Honda Element SUV: Practicality and Beauty Combined

by EVANDER KLUM

Honda the producer of Acura brake caliper is known for designs that really create an impact like for instance the Element SUV that has created quite a buzz since it was introduced in late 2002.

The Element SUV is in itself is just your average car without the trimmings but Honda��s extra ordinary designing prowess has turned it into one of the most appealing SUVs available in the market. Its everyday usability boosts further by the large amount of storage provisions, a versatile cargo area, comfortable accommodations, and economical fuel consumption makes it the perfect vehicle for families.

The four-seat Element was given a number of improvements last year of which include an updated styling and a more solid drivetrain. It also added new safety features such as side curtain airbags and an electronic stability system.

The SC Trim with Better New Styling

The Element variants include the LX, EX, and SC or Street Custom. The LX and EX are offered in front or all-wheel drive while the SC comes only with front-wheel drive.

In addition, the LX and the EX sport are equipped modest headlights and a twin-bar grille meanwhile the SC was given an entirely different feature. It was given a more tuned-up appearance highlighted by its intimidating headlights, a darkened grille, 18-inch wheels, monochromatic ground effects and a sport-tuned suspension.

All Element variants are powered by the potent 2.4 liter four-cylinder, offered with either a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. The engine revs up 166 horsepower and 161 pounds-feet of torque.

The Element possesses a wind-catching shape but despite such it remains well planted on the highway even when running at high speed. There is also nothing to be said when it comes to its transmission since it kicks down with minimal delay delivering quite a performance. The standard four-wheel-disc antilock brakes keep the Element safe. Depending on the driveline and transmission, the highway gas mileage of an Element SUV varies from 23 to 25 mpg.

Gas Mileage (EPA-estimated gas mileage)

FWD 5-speed manual: 18/23 FWD 5-speed auto: 20/25 AWD 5-speed manual: 18/23 AWD 5-speed auto: 19/24

Here are the common standard specs and equipment of the 2008 Honda Element SUVs:

Power and Performance 2.4L I-4 166 HP engine 5-spd man transmission w/OD 105 amp alternator Axle Ratio: 4.77 axle ratio Fuel Tank: 15.9 gal. fuel tank

Fuel Economy Fuel Economy City: 18.0 mpg city fuel economy Fuel Economy Hwy: 23.0 mpg hwy fuel economy

Handling and Control ABS & driveline traction control VSA(R) stability control Front strut suspension Front anti-roll bar Coil front springs Gas-pressurized front shocks Double wishbone rear suspension Rear anti-roll bar Coil rear springs Gas-pressurized rear shocks Rack & pinion steering 4 wheel disc brakes Front vented disc brakes Compact steel spare wheel/tire

Design and Dimensions Clearcoat monotone paint Exterior Width: 71.5" exterior body width Wheelbase: 101" wheelbase Front Tread: 62" front tread Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 4,450 lbs. GVWR Front Gross Axle Weight Rating: 2,300 lbs. front GAWR Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating: 2,205 lbs. rear GAWR Payload: 675 lbs. payload Max Trailer Weight: 1,500 lbs. towing capacity Front Legroom: 41.0" front legroom Rear Legroom: 39.1" rear legroom Front Headroom: 43.3" front headroom Front Hiproom: 55.0 " front hiproom Rear Hiproom: 47.6 " rear hiproom Front Shoulder Room: 57.1" front shoulder room Rear Shoulder Room: 52.2" rear shoulder room

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