Honda Element
The Honda Element is a compact crossover SUV produced by Honda and sold mainly in North America from the 2003 to 2011 model years.
The Honda Element is a compact crossover SUV produced by Honda from 2003 to 2011, known for its boxy styling and utility-focused design.
What it is
The Element is a compact crossover SUV built on a modified second-generation Honda CR-V platform. It was sold mainly in North America over a single generation, with production at Honda's East Liberty, Ohio plant. Total production reached about 325,000 units by the end of its run.
Why it matters
The Element stands out for its distinctive design: rear-hinged rear doors, a pillarless side opening, and a highly flexible cargo area with durable, washable interior materials. It was aimed at active lifestyles and offered front-wheel drive or Honda's Real Time all-wheel drive.
Key details
The Element used a 2.4-litre inline-four i-VTEC engine. Honda announced in late 2010 that production would end after the 2011 model year. It was sold in Canada as part of its North American market availability, making it relevant to Canadian used-vehicle shoppers.
In short
- Compact crossover SUV sold 2003–2011 in North America
- Boxy design with rear-hinged doors and flexible interior
- Based on modified Honda CR-V platform
- Production ended after 2011 model year
The Honda Element was sold in Canada as part of its North American market availability, making it relevant to Canadian used-vehicle shoppers and Honda enthusiasts.
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Sources
- Wikipedia — https://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_ElementSupports: North American market years, production site, platform, discontinuation, and approximate total production.
- Honda Motor Co., Ltd. — https://www.honda.com/newsroom/news/2003/4030416-element-eng.htmlSupports: Launch positioning, design concept, center-pillarless body, freestyle doors, and utility features.
- Honda Canada — https://www.hondacanada.com/Supports: Canadian market relevance and Honda brand context.
- American Honda Motor Co. — https://automobiles.honda.com/images/2011/element/downloads/2011-element-factsheet.pdfSupports: 2011 engine output, drivetrain, and model specifications.
- J.D. Power — https://www.jdpower.com/cars/history/honda/elementSupports: Model history, engine changes, drivetrain options, and discontinuation timing.