2009 Honda Element EX

• 16 alloy wheels
• Clamshell tailgate
• Green tinted glass
• Multi-reflector halogen headlights
• P215/70SR16 all-season tires
• Pwr mirrors
• Rear privacy glass
• Rear window wiper w/washer
• Variable intermittent windshield wipers
• Wide-opening side cargo doors

• 270-watt AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: (6) speakers, subwoofer, WMA/MP3 playback, aux input jack, CD text display capability
• 4-passenger seating
• Adjustable head restraints in all seating positions
• Adjustable steering column
• Air conditioning w/air-filtration system
• Cargo area-inc: light, storage bins, (4) tie-down anchors, (2) hooks
• Center console w/removable cooler
• Cloth front bucket seats-inc: driver seat manual height adjustment
• Coin holder
• Cruise control
• Dome light
• Dual front seatback pockets
• Dual front side armrests
• Dual visor vanity mirrors
• Front & rear 12V pwr outlets
• Front & rear beverage holders
• Front & rear door pocket storage bins w/rear bin bottle holders
• Front & rear driver-side seatback bungee loops
• Front & rear flat-folding seats
• FXC water-resistant front & rear seating surfaces
• Immobilizer theft-deterrent system
• Indicator lights-inc: door/tailgate open, low-fuel, low-oil pressure, passenger-side airbag-off indicator, vehicle stability assist-on, fuel cap
• Instrument panel w/blue backlit gauges-inc: tachometer, digital odometer, (2) digital trip meters, fuel & coolant temp
• Instrument panel-mounted shifter
• Lockable glove box
• Maintenance Minder system
• Map lights
• Outside temp display
• Overhead storage compartment
• Pwr door/tailgate locks
• Pwr front windows w/driver auto-up/down
• Rear seat heater ducts
• Rear ventilation windows
• Rear window defroster
• Remote entry system
• Removable flip-up rear seats
• Roof-mounted antenna
• Sliding sunvisor extensions
• Urethane-coated utility floor
• XM satellite radio (subscription required)

• 2.4L DOHC MPFI 16-valve i-VTEC I4 engine
• 5-speed automatic transmission w/OD
• Chrome exhaust finisher
• Compact double wishbone rear suspension
• Control-link MacPherson strut front suspension
• Drive-by-Wire throttle system
• Front & rear stabilizer bars
• Pwr ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes
• Real-Time 4-wheel drive
• Variable pwr rack & pinion steering

• 3-point seat belts in all positions-inc: front seat belt automatic tensioning system
• 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/electronic brake distribution (EBD)
• Brake assist
• Daytime running lights
• Dual-stage, dual-threshold front airbags
• Front side-impact airbags-inc: passenger-side occupant position detection system
• Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
• Side curtain airbags w/rollover sensor, front & rear
• Side-impact door beams
• Tire pressure monitoring system
• Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) w/traction control

Model Highlights

The 2009 Honda Element makes the most out of a vehicle that's quite compact and easy to park, with a van-like body, an extremely versatile interior, and rear-hinged back doors that allow wide loading access. Inside, a black urethane utility floor cleans up easily, and the seat upholstery is moisture-resistant, making the Element a good choice for those with pets, babies, or messy cargo. There's seating for up to four people, and the back seats flip up easily for larger cargo, or they can be removed completely. All Elements have multiple beverage holders, cargo hooks for strapping down larger items (like bikes), and spacious door pockets on all four doors. The Element is available in three versions: base LX, luxurious EX, and sporty SC. The LX and EX models are available with 2WD or 4WD, while the SC is only available with front-wheel drive. The EX (4WD) and SC trims are available with 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission. The Element comes with just one engine, a 2.4L iVTEC 4-cylinder that produces 166 horsepower and 160 pound-feet of torque. An available real-time 4WD system brings more traction for driving on snow or sand. When wheels slip, the system can send up to 70 percent of engine power to the rear wheels as needed. A strut-based chassis up front and double-wishbone suspension in the rear give the Element its confident driving experience. The SC model adds a sporty edge to the Element, adding a lowered sport suspension, stronger stabilizer bars, a faster steering ratio, larger 18-inch alloy wheels and projector-beam headlights. All Elements have standard Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), anti-lock brakes with brake assist, front seat-mounted side air bags and side curtain air bags with a rollover sensor system. The interior capacity is a capacious 75 cubic feet, depending on the configuration. The cargo bay features a washable rubber floor, which can be removed, attached to screw-on legs, and turned into a picnic table. Options for all trims are largely activity-focused. For instance, buyers can purchase cargo organizers, a tailgate seatback and attachments for kayaks, bikes, snowboards or skis.