Honda Element (2003–2011)

REGIONAL

Background

The Honda Element is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Honda and marketed in North America over a single generation for model years 2003–2011, and noted for its boxy exterior styling with bi-parting side doors and its boxy, flexible interior layout.

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Specification

Produced: 325,000 units
Engine: 2.4L Honda K24 inline-4 (K24A4 2003-2006; K24A8 2007-2011)
Power: 166 hp
Weight: 1,510 kg
Length: 4,320 mm
Fuel: gasoline
Displacement: 2.4 L · 4 cyl
Fuel economy: 20–21 mpg combined — EPA 2003–2011

Notes

Boxy compact crossover SUV built in East Liberty, Ohio, marketed mainly in North America. Rear-hinged "suicide" back doors with no B-pillar, removable/foldable rear seats, and washable urethane-coated flooring; styling reportedly inspired by lifeguard towers and surfboards.

Production years

2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011

Sources

Wikipedia ↗Wikidata ↗ WIKIDATA · EPA · LIMITED_EDITION_RESEARCH confidence: high

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