Don’t post videos about the Element. If everyone knows our secret, there won’t be any left.

I wish they would bring back the element for 2020 ,I have a 2006 EXP with a manual transmission and has 440,000 km on it I love it

If Element was still in production, when I got my new car, I would choose Element over HRV.

I was like you. I thought they were goofy looking, and it was an off-beat design choice by Honda at a time when I think almost everyone was moving toward curvy and aerodynamic. In fact, I never liked Honda design much. But the outside appearance has grown on me, and the utility value of the inside due to the boxy shape and clever interior engineering makes this a truly unique and valuable vehicle.

I work in construction, I use my Element for work. Best work vehicle I’ve ever owned.

The day I owned my 2003 Element, I went to Sears and bought a Weber grill. It rolled right in. And I’ve transported motorcycles in it. My nephew has it now with 250,000 miles on it.

I bought mine New in 2008 5 speed stick shift like yours I have 318,157 miles on mine and have taken care of and still Love it .. It’s a daily driver of 100 miles a day..hands down best vehicle I ever owned !!!

I just bought an Element for a daily driver. It is an 05, and it had 180k miles. I got it for 3,000. It was not in great condition, but I'm going to fix it up for my new daily driver :)

The Swiss Army knife of automobiles. My 2005 is now going on 14 years and 150k and will only leave my possession when Honda brings the Element line back. Great review. Thanks

got this car through my grandparents as a first car and I was a little put off by the look (they had the green one) but holy shit after about 5 months of ownership I can say this car is amazing. I have hauled lumber with it gone camping and taken road trips with friends. My absolute favorite part of the car is the interior flooring saying my friends are slobs and will spill almost anything I can easily clean up messes with an extra rag and spray that I keep in the car

Bought my '03 E new now has 337,700 miles. Best multi purpose small SUV ever.

I just found a 2004 Honda Element for 2500.00. The only thing it needs is a new muffler and tailpipe. Meineke here I come. I’m purchasing it for daily driving to work but I think I’ll be driving it more than that. I also have a dog that’s large and I’m sure he’ll rather jump in this than my Nissan Cube. It’s a win win for me.

Bought a '07 Kiwi Green with 25K on the odometer in late 2008. Gave it to my brother 2 years ago with almost 200K on it. No major repairs, ever. I took out the back seats years ago and used it as a micro-mini van. One of the few drawbacks for me was you couldn't haul more than a few sheets of drywall or plywood. Other than that, it was almost perfect for my needs. It's an SUV with the accent on the "U". If Honda reintroduced the Element, I would buy in a heartbeat!

We love our “Elephant” Nice video summary. One feature not shown is how easily rear seats come out of vehicle, giving really cavernous space.

Amazing to see the differences between the 2003 and the 2004 that I own. The Element is a great car, for sure. Ours is over 207,000, and we have maintained it and repaired it to keep it in top shape. Honda could update this vehicle, and justify the $25K asking price with a more powerful motor, updated interior, and a few minor changes that would enhance what is already there, and have a built-in market already.

I love my '03 Honda Element, even though it is an automatic... My tall friend, 6'2", loves the leg room he has in the back. Also I can pack everything I need for my family of 4 for a week long camping trip!

I was going towards wranglers, cuz I've had JEEPS for years, however.... I've been giving these Elements a second look on and off for years. I finally drove one that a friend had, not sure about being crazy about DRIVING it, but the rest UTILITY can't be beat. Even though the seats ( including back ) might not appear comfortable, they actually are. I wished I had known you could fold them all down as a bed, THAT wpuld have been the selling point for me. I'm keeping an eye open for one of these, although I prefer AUTOMATIC. Nice video. 🌼

I absolutely love mine.. I changed to my first apartment with it. It can feet my 102 inch long (8.5 ft) two piece sofa if you lower the copilot seat. I am now changing to another apartment and will be using it. It can fit high style chair. It can fit tables, ladders. Even big Dressers through the front doors! The only thing I cannot fit is my bed. Someone crashed it from the side but I cannot just leave it behind it. I absolutely love it.

I bought my 5-speed manual 2006 Element new and still use it daily. It is the Swiss Army Knife of vehicles. People are constantly approaching me to try to buy it. The ones I've met who previously owned one always have "seller's remorse". I will never sell mine but I will give it to my daughter when I am no longer able to drive. Honda Corporation marketed this car to the wrong groups, the "surfer dudes" and "outdoorsy types". Instead, they should have aimed at us older dudes are DIY people who carry big "stuff". I've carried appliances, furniture, luggage, giant dogs, drum sets, bicycles and countless other items. When I take it to my local Honda dealership for the "big services" (I still do the simpler ones.), the sales people always tell me they could still sell these every day if Honda would bring it back. Then they ask me to trade mine in. Not gonna happen. The K24 engine is bulletproof as long as you give it the scheduled services it requires. I've seen some with over 500K miles on them.

Have had two Elements and love them. Gave 2004 to daughter with 250,000 miles on it and still going strong. Have an 06 now and too cool to hear people respond when they ride in it.

Thank you, that was a nice thorough account of this car which I think is pretty cool and my next vehicle too! I will make very good use of its utility, its just the way I think!

PLEASE bring back the ELEMENT!! What is wrong with HONDA??

Bought my first Honda Element last week, I love it. I also own a Ridgeline. I have been driving Honda's all my life. When I was a kid my dad had a 600 Sedan from 1971. Honda's first car. I drove it to school. I also own 2 Honda scooters. As you can tell I love Honda.

It’s the greatest car on earth! I’m a lucky owner:)

42 banker boxes fit into the Element with rear seats removed. You can't carry a lot of cargo weight BUT volume is insane! I've moved tons of stuff in my 2007 Element. I enjoy the heck out of this vehicle ever since I bought it new in 2006. 250,000 miles. I've had big repairs but nothing like buying a new car. I think one of the most important things is to use great oil ( I like synthetic oil and change it change it every 6k, regular oil should be changed every 3 to 4k)

It’s so practical, it’s phenomenal. My friend had one and the only gripe for utility would just be the wind noise due to the a pillar/door design.

Lookin to get one of these as a daily to many people got crvs these are so underrated

I have an 08 Element EX with 118,000 on it. I love my element and am hoping to keep it another 10 years.

My 2006 Element decided it wanted to blow a head gasket and warp the head at 160,000. The next day, I bought another one just because of how good they are.

On models with the sunroof there was actually the storage bag to store the glass when removed that would hook up to those lower hooks.

I bought a 2003 Element brand new....It is still going strong with 240,000 miles on it and has given me like no problems, having kept up religiously with the oil changes and minor maintenance...I love it and sure home Honda brings them back??

I love the element. my odyssey seats actually fold flat like a bed too so I'll just use it as a cross country vehicle.

Had guest 6’7 tall and had him ride in the back. He was so amaze that he had headroom and legroom for his size. Neve thought he could ride a car without contorting his legs to an angle to fit. I still have mu 2005 at 180k miles and still runs great. I’ve used it for so many utility purposes. Its more versatile than a pickup.

Everytime you guys post a video about elements it makes it harder for me to find one! Grrr lol

I love my E much much more than I thought I would. 2006 5-speed LX with 220,000mi. Assuming nothing happens to it, I'll drive it until the engine dies then swap another K24 in. If I had a regret, it'd be that I wish I had gotten an AWD model.

I'm stunned that Honda hasn't brought this back, its got a really tight turning radius, so its perfect in smaller parking lots, with the suicide back door load and unloading is a piece of cake and car seats aren't a back killer. The visibility is unequaled, and for those of you that don't like tech it's very basic. if you lower the back of the front seat, it creates a lounge seat, which is great for things like ferry line ups. It's great for road trips. I have a 2006 and we just reached 200000k. The clam sell tail also makes it great for loading. Without the big center console it very easy to move around the vehicle. Our vehicle looks pristine and quite a few mechanics have told me that it is in great shape. We wouldn't give it up for anything.

Have owned mini vans, jeeps, pick ups and finally bought one of these 2 years ago. By far my all time favorite vehicle. I love the waterproof flooring instead of carpeting. I own a 2010 and plan on driving it until the tires fall off. I use it for camping, hiking, farm use, hauling (dogs, kids, building supplies). I have also driven this car on multiple long car trips and is always comfortable for all and even added a pull along trailer for hauling my kayak, and items to big to fit inside it. Gets great fuel mileage, love the fold away seats and even the tucked away storage. People often ask me what kind it is because they are so hard to find in our area.

03, automatic, front wheel drive with 245.000 miles on original engine and transmission! Love it, but would definitely enjoy the manual trans. But NO complaints with the automatic trans👍🏻. Still going strong at 108 miles everyday of travel. Maintenance is extremely affordable, and nothing above average (especially for its age),..fuel economy... nothing to rave about. But on a whole..... a great daily vehicle. Still driving daily👍🏻

I love my Element is just like the one on this video. I bought it not to long ago, it was a neglected vehicle by the previous owner. Rear differential is gone, so I'm on 2wd for now but I will bring it back soon! The VTEC selenoide was gone, so was the motor n transmission mounts, all replaced, tires were horrible, got all 4 new, drove rough but after I replaced the VTEC selenoide, changed engine oil to synthetic blend n flushed the trans, big difference, runs like new. Shocks are gone but new ones are coming, it has some old nasty Autolite spark plugs but now I put some NGKs Iridium n the more I do, the more I love this car. Doors wouldn't open n now I fixed them, I'm getting it to a great point already 🙋

I'm a courier I deliver locally and also cross country. I also pull a 5x8ft enclosed trailer and although it's rated to only pull a 1,500lb load..I have pulled 3,600lbs with zero problems. It's HUGE inside meaning in many ways more roomy than my Toyota Sienna minivan. Super good ride and handling and loads of room for passengers. You can wear a ten gallon hat inside and easily haulbeven a motorcycle inside!. It's got the K24 iVtec 2.4ltr 4cyl has 166hp and just as much torque. Mine is a 2003 with 71,000mi so it's now 18 years old but it's almost like new. I want to say that all considered...it's the best car ever made all around. Like I said...it's quick, handle great, rides smooth handles dirt roads and light off road very well, roomy and is great hauling cargo and pulling a trailer. Loooove the element

most versatile SUV ever... Loved everyone I have owned

just got a 2004 from a neighbor for $1000, near perfect condition! So excited for the road trips!!!

Very cool manual transmission, I have the same shifter on my 2004 Honda Civic Si.

"outdoorsy people can't afford anything" LMFAO 🤣

I still have mines from 2003, I used it to transport alot of things.

When I bought my civic, eventually trading it in for a CRV the dealer told me he rarely ever sees Elements coming back as a trade in. My loss, I really like the folding bed seats and its boxy design.

It's a great vehicle, I miss mine, had it 9 years. Biggest drawback: I rear-ended a Beemer at 30mph, TOTALED the element. Hardly a scratch on the Beemer. The front crumpled, scared the blank out of me.😨😲😲😨 I couldn't get out fast enough. Traumatic. Gas mileage is aprox 25 mpg. It's really not that comfortable for camping if you put the back seats down per instructions...the hump hits you right in the back, you need memory foam. It needs screens on the sunroof and back windows otherwise you get mega claustrophobic. Front seat reclined with memory foam is the best ever. Suicide side doors are great for loading. I had my back seats folded up on the wall for daily use, makes some privacy on the windows. I love no cloth upholstery, and the rubber floor. AWD did great in all snow conditions...blizzards too. With the back seats removed, I have hauled a full sized sofa; a 3 piece couch set; futon with wood frame; a huge office desk; if you put the passenger seat up as far as it will go, and think first, it's amazing what you can fit in. Changing oil yourself is a pain. Get Groupon discounts for frequent full synthetic oil changes. Bad thing, it can't tow anything and the official load is under 800 lbs which is low. It's a great one person vehicle.

i have a 2003 Element and i have to say this is without a doubt the best car i've ever owned. i'm about to replace all 4 shocks and struts because the backs are riding a little hard and i want to lift it 3in and apart from maybe one or 2 other things i absolutely love this car. i have a bad neck and when ever i get in any vehicle i have to bend my neck to get in, not so for the element i just sit in it without having to bend my neck at all i'll be honest, when i first started looking for a good used vehicle and decised on the Element i said to myself "i cant believe i'm buying a clown car" love the element

Have the sunset orange. Bought new 20 years ago and she looks brand new. I will never get rid of her.

I owned a honda element for 4 years. It is a very well made and useful vehicle. Very reliable. Having said that ,it needs to be said. This vehicle will flip over at low speeds and do it easily. It happened to me. I was driving my Honda element going about 45 mph around a slight curve, I ran off the run road slightly and when I made a slight correction, I was shocked to find myself airborne. It flipped 3 times with me in it, the airbag didnt work .Thankfully I was not injured other than scrapes, and a few cuts. .the roof of the car was smashed in and the front of the car was smashed. It was totaled. The point is ,while it is a very good vehicle ,it is very dangerous even under slight conditions

Plan on getting an 2005 lx this weekend w 127k miles On it such a cool car

My wife and I took it to Watkins Glen race track, for 3 laps. You follow a pace truck. My wife's average was faster than mine. I didn't like the sensation of the roll in the curves.On a trip from NC to Yellowstone we averaged 25 MPG All wheel Drive.

Very cool. Wow wish they still made it

My '06 EX-P is still going strong at 185,000 and has been handed down to my daughter because she loved the vehicle and I know she's safe in it.

Wouldn't take a million bucks for my 09... Every time I think of trading it, I test drive other new vehicles and can't find anything that is as comfortable and sure footed to drive..

I spoke to a 10yr owner of one in August; he told me Honda 'IS' bring them back, but the 'dev' is under wraps for now. Hopefully they'll price their base models more realistically.

2010, bought it new, Iʻm the only driver, got 256,000 miles on it. So far.

I would by 2 if they come back my favorite hands down. Love love love 🤗🤗🤗🤗

I bought an SC brand new in 08 with a manual. I really miss that car.

I'm Honda Tech here in Colorado , I have a 06 love it

This is a vehicle that if they brought or back today and kept the price low, with a good feature set, would sell like hotcakes!

I had a new 05 manual 5 speed. Drove it to 100,000 miles not one issue. Sold it and now have a 2010 auto with now 80,000 miles and zero issues. So that's 14 years of trouble free driving. Both were EX's with awd. There are advantages to both but for pure driving ability the stick shift is far superior and I should have kept it. Regardless, I will probably have the 2010 until it dies or I do. You can not beat the function and reliability of this small SUV.

an all-time-fantastic-vehicle. hopefully, next upgrade is this year (hope so!). best from Greenland.

I like them mainly for their drag racing ability

Thank your for such a wonderful video about my Honda Element. I learned about some features I didn't know about! I hope you are right the Honda Element will be brought back to market. I owned a new 2007 EX Element which was "totaled" (no injuries) last year. I immediately lucked out and found a used 2008 SX Element with approximately 164K that I could afford to pay cash in full. My Honda runs like new, but have only put 170K since its purchase. You are right, we Element owners maintain and keep our vehicles in top shape, and we favor the Element for all the reasons (and more) that you give. Its our home on wheels. I wouldn't want another style of vehicle,. I think HONDA executives are in for a pleasant sales surge surprise if they bring the Element Back to market. P.S. they have the best animated advertisements, check them out on KZfaq, just search "Honda and the Crab" HONDA just needs to market the Element a bit smarter, there is a huge market out here waiting to buy the Element. They should hire us, who love the car, to consult and help spread the word+! Thank you, again.

Drove one from 2008-2017. Only sold it because I needed a car that could tow 3,500 lbs and the Element only tows 1,500 so I got an Acura MDX. It's a great car but I miss my Element every single day. Scotty Kilmer just posted a video claiming they're bringing back the Element for 2010 but I can't find any official confirmation of it. I miss my Element so much that I've considered buying one just to own it. I've even looked into doing a V6 swap. Only thing close to it that would work for me is the 1st gen Ridgeline but my wife detests how they look.

i bought mine last week :) it is awesomeeeeeeeee going to the beach this weekend.

Beautiful

I have a first gen CRV, I really like it but I also wish I could drive an Element too. Both really practical cars but the Element just looks so cool. Maybe they'll make an electric element some day...

I think I'm the only one that doesn't look at the element for it's capabilities.. but I literally like the style. It's like a jeep and a standard SUV had a baby

The Element is a very versatile vehicle, as most people know, so much room. Honda would do well to revisit this vehicle as long as they kept it basic, the way it was!!

As a Element owner do not buy any 07 and below without the side airbags or seatbelts belt built into the seat

Best: The EOC (Element Owners Club) ‘03 EX AWD Blue, Sunroof. Looks mint.

Really, really miss my Honda Element. It was my favorite car I've ever owned

If they still made them i'd buy another one no questions asked.

One of the best vehicles ever made if you ask me.

Ive been wanting this car for a year now. I neeeeeeed thoseeeee rubber mats in my life

With inflation and popularity. A decent used Element with under 100k miles runs about $17-22k now. A good used one with 160k miles is about 10-12k. There was one listed 2-days ago for $8100, new struts, new clutch, 168k miles that sold immediately. I should have jumped on it but was waiting for money transfer from one bank to the other.

I loved my old Bug but love my '07 manual transmission maybe more. Only criticism I have is the misplaced sunroof. Otherwise might be perfect

Whats sad is that people dont know about these things. Car companies really fail at advertising features.

Just bought one after years of wanting one. I plan on using it as a panel van but the rear seats are so roomy I almost don't want to remove them.

Perfect car for a apocalypse….It’s so damn reliable

Cool. I had a Ford Transit Connect Wagon. I was using it for deliveries. My family used it for a trip from Virginia to Florida in back. 3 adults and 2 kids. They were able to travel comfortably with all of their luggage. When I stop doing deliveries I got rid of it. Now I wish I didn't. I may have to check out the Honda Element. Looks like it can replace the Transit Connect because it appears to be more flexible. He didn't mention how it does at highway speed.

I started a small residential painting service last year. After searching for a few months I realized the Element would be the best vehicle for me. I finally found one in my price range and color. Its fantastic!!!

Automatic is best, dont have to worry about all the issues & maintenance that comes w/stick shift anything. The only fallback is the backseat windows dont roll down & back seat feels a tad claustrophobic in hot weather when your stuck sitting in the back seats.

I love my element! The sad thing is is that one time a homeless guy in the city scratched a huge cross on my drivers side for no reason....tried to get it fixed but now it’s just a black cross. Oh well! I still love my baby. If Honda remakes the element I will buy for sure.

Sure wish Honda would bring these back (with MT please). Hard to find a used one without 'huge' mileage now...

Yes , you should I have a honda odyssey and a Kawasaki ninja am i'm curious if you can get it in wthout removing fairings of bars.

Love the Element

just bought one today!

If that’s a 2003 EX, I’d be surprised, doesn’t have the rear moonroof.

I have a 2009 with 180 000 miles on it, I wish honda still made the Element.

I had a 2005 for about 8 years. I enjoyed it very much, but it had some drawbacks that finally took its toll and i sold it. 1. The road noise was uncomfortable to the point you could not hold a conversation with a passenger without shouting. And i did have several different tires throughout its 8 years and none seemed to help much. 2. MPG due to the shape and weight was so-so 17 city, 21 hwy mpg at best. 3. Power was adequate with just driver or one passenger. The maximum occupancy weight was 670 lbs. including luggage, which is really low. Had this been a small V6 i would of kept it for 100 years. Ive had V6 Maximas and toyotas that made 26-28 mpg. I do miss the huge cargo area even with the back seats in and the minivan sized cargo area once the rear seats were removed.

Love my Element! Only thing I hate is when I had to change the starter! PURE HELL! Besides that, love it.

yes it is..it has a small wheelbase..tons of overhead space.. remove one of the rear seats and easy to put a bike in without removing any parts on the bike..just need 2-3 bungee cords.. i would buy one in a heartbeat..

It really really needs a six speed and you can mod the transmission to have a sixth gear as It is the same transmission offered in the civic which did have six gears. Take it on the highway and it is obvious that it needs that extra gear. One other thing I don't like is the headlights have very poor range on low beam and you almost need to run them on high always on dark country roads. I will be mod ding the transmission when clutch replacement time comes. The suicide doors are a pain in the ass for loading and unloading people/things In a parking lot with cars parked next to you, but this is the only car for me I will never get rid of it.

These are great. Honda was dumb to cut these. These are a premium in the sierra Nevadas

Got my 2011 in May 2018 had 121,875 and was neglected in so many ways. I LOVE HER and she has a good home with me, this time. I think I'm the 3rd or 4th owner, but I don't care

The modern day comparable vehicle in terms of utility is the Metris. Doesn’t have the distinctive design but great economy and utility

I went to test drive one of these in 07...i really liked it but i was 18 and wanted something cool looking...biggest mistake i really want one now...im stuck with a 04 accord ex coupe with terrible gas mileage lol accord still good tho but man dat functionality doe