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2008 Honda Element consumer reviews

$18,980–$21,180 MSRP range
side view of 2008 Element Honda
(56 reviews)
92% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.4
Interior
4.6
Performance
4.3
Value
4.8
Exterior
4.6
Reliability
4.7
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I wish they still made these.

Loved this car. It was quick in traffic even with the small engine. Freeways were ok too. Lots of room for me (6' 4"). Easy to get in and out of. Easy to load through the rear hatch. Very reliable.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
3.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I owned, I used to haul everything I need

Pleny of space, good acceleration, good quality. If you need a versatile car buy a Honda Element period.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car.

Liked my wife?s so much I bought one for myself. It has great pick up and is very versatile. Will own it for a long time.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
4.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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most reliable car I own

It is my daughters car and she loves it --for camping-school work -- transporting suff in the back-style and reliability

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
3.0
Interior
3.0
Performance
4.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Practical car for this crazy times

Sum it all this car is a combination of a cargo van and a camping car. Could use extra gear or two to improve fuel economy but Honda don't want to ruin CR-V sales record so they stop building this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
3.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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It's a Honda, so they run long and strong!!

It's great, I love the functionality of it, it can fit large items when sears are folded up!! I loaded a full-size dishwasher in it with no problem.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
4.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Perfect car for our dog/camp-loving family

Buying a Honda Element has been my husband's dream since he was in high school and they first debuted. He loves the style, utility, and comfort. We test drove this black 08 Honda Element after seeing it on Cars.com. It was the perfect fit for us (and our pup).

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
4.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My Second Honda Element

Love this car. Already owned a 2004 Element and loved it, but wanted another one with lower mileage. Rides well. No problems. Hoping to he at least 10 yrs out of it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Greatest do everything car

Great everyday car but becomes a utility when you put the back seats up. Wish they would bring it back.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Amazing car!!!

Purchased this car as I required a cheap, reliable car as a run a round whilst in the USA. Best decision that I ended up with this car as it was reliable, good on fuel and a treat to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
4.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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