New 2010 Honda Element

The boxy, yet sporty, 2010 Honda Element four-passenger compact crossover is built to handle the elements and the answer to your cargo-carrying needs.

The 2010 Honda Element is available in LX, EX and SC trim levels in both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations, with the exception of the sport-tuned SC, which is offered in front-wheel drive only. Real Time 4WD enhances all-weather traction and all trims are powered by the same 166-horsepower, 2.4-liter inline-4 mated to a five-speed manual or available five-speed automatic transmission. EPA estimated fuel economy ratings range between 18-20 mpg in the city and 23-25 mpg on the highway.

Rivaling fellow compact crossovers the Jeep Compass, Ford Escape and Nissan Rogue, the 2010 Honda Element’s spacious and versatile interior allows you an outstanding 103.6 cubic feet of passenger volume and an impressive 74.6 cubic feet of cargo volume. An all-new dog-friendly pet accommodation system located in the cargo area is designed to provide secure and comfortable transport for Fido and give you some peace of mind knowing he is safe and out of your hair while you enjoy the 2010 Honda Element’s smooth ride. The system includes a soft-sided car kennel, a cushioned pet bed, rear ventilation fan and a spill-resistant water bowl.

Refreshed inside and out in 2009, the 2010 Honda Element offers wide-opening side doors that make it easy to load cargo and, with 64 different seating configurations, flip-up rear seats that fold flat, up and to the side, or they can be removed altogether. The LX comes standard with a four-speaker AM/FM audio system with a CD player and the EX and SC boast a 270-watt high-output, seven-speaker audio system with a CD player and MP3 capability and steering wheel-mounted audio controls. XM Radio is standard on the EX and SC. Honda’s Satellite-Linked Navigation System is available feature on the EX and includes a rear backup camera. The 2010 Honda Element rests on 16- or 18-inch wheels and standard exterior offerings include power mirrors, chrome exhaust tips and available fog lamps.

A suite of safety technologies include vehicle stability assist, dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags, side-curtain airbags with a rollover sensor, front side airbags with a passenger-side occupant position detection system, active front seat head restraints, an anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist and a tire pressure monitoring system.

Offering an unbelievable 64 different seating configurations and impressive interior passenger and cargo volume, the 2010 Honda Element is the definition of the word “versatility.”