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The Honda Element is one of those vehicles that elicits that great question: What's that? Some people hate the thought of driving a car that's the center of attention, but others find that's part of the thrill of owning a car that's different from other vehicles on the road.

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The Honda Element accessories are available in two trim levels with a manual or automatic transmission and front wheel drive. An optional all-wheel-drive system will be available half way through 2004 Honda Element review. All Honda Elements come with the same new 160 horsepower i-VTEC 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that's found in the new Accord.

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Honda Element DX is the entry-level model (about $16,000). It's really a starting point, however, as it does not even come standard with a radio or air conditioning. Element Honda expects many young buyers to opt for this model, as they will want to install their own stereo system and customize the vehicle.
2003 Honda Element EX (about $19,800) adds numerous extras such as air conditioning, alloy wheels, anti-lock brakes, cruise control, power mirrors, stereo sound system and other features.
Honda Element reviews Automatic transmission adds about $800 to the base price of each trim level while all-wheel drive adds about $1200 to the cost. A loaded 2004 Honda Element EX model with automatic transmission and AWD will top the price range at around $21,000.
Honda Element reviews From the front, the vehicle has a cheeky chunky look accentuated by rectangular headlights and the unusual design of the bumper. The side of the Honda Elements have a distinct shape unlike any other vehicle on American roads. The Element Honda hood line is fairly low and leads to a vertical windshield that curves up to a roofline that sweeps back to an almost vertical rear tailgate.
The Honda Element is basically a rebodied CR-V, so it is not surprising to find that it drives like one. Like the CR-V, the Element Honda is built on the same platform as the Honda Civic. Because it is based on a car, the Honda Element rides much better and handles more predictably than sport-utilities that are based on trucks.
The Honda Element reviews an attractive proposition for someone who wants a genuine utility vehicle that behaves like a car. There's no denying the utility of its versatile interior. And, in terms of driving dynamics, cars behave much better than trucks. Although archaic EPA rules say the Honda Element is a truck, it's really a modern station wagon masquerading as a hip looking van. Looks are part of the attraction in the Honda Element review. You'll either like the 2004 Honda Element or hate it. We found it appeals to people of all ages.

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