Here’s Why Honda is Bringing Back the Element (And I Got One)

Honda Element Review. Here’s Why Honda is Bringing Back the Element (And I Got One), DIY and car review with Scotty Kilmer. The new 2021 Honda Element is Coming Back. Buying a new Honda Element. Are Honda Elements good cars? Are Honda Elements reliable? Should I buy a Honda Element. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 52 years.
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[@annebradley6086]

Sometime it would be cool to see Scotty take tours of some of their factories, even in Japan - maybe pair it up with vacations.

[@anijp9275]

HEY MR .SCOTTY ON THAT MERCEDES SUBJECT AND OH BOY OH BOY MERCEDES MERGED WITH FREIGHTLINER ALSO IN THERE DAIMLERCHRYSLER AND GUESS WHAT THEY ARE A PILE OF JUNK JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING BREAKS DOWN ON THEM AND ON TOP OF THAT ALL FREIGHTLINER TEUCKS WITH THE MERCEDES ENGINES IN THEM THEY ARE YOU SAID IT SIR ENDLESS MONEY PITS JUST JUNK UNRELIABLE SO WHAT A BAD DEAL TWO OF THE WORST AUTOMAKERS JUMPED IN AND RUINED WHAT A GREAT TRUCK MANUFACTURER COMPANY THAT FREIGHTLINER WAS JUST HORRIBLE WHEN WILL IT END🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@tonymontana3742]

Scotty, I have a 2012 Ridgeline w/69k miles. Would it be worth it to trade for a 2014 Ridgeline w/25k miles for about $8 grand difference??

[@toyoscio]

@@annebradley6086 Takaoka Plant

[@armymanal]

Are hondas and toyotas as reliable in European models?

[@eidolusgad3818]

The ex-wife hated the Element and never let me buy one. Needless to say I've had my '07 since I left her at the curb in '07.

[@ebred76]

Sounds like a wise decision x 2

[@Randy_bosss]

nice

[@robertgray8320]

Hah!

[@hutzman7664]

Eidolus Gad good choice, hope you ran her into the ground like a rental car.

[@lindagolden9892]

So a Honda Element satisfies your warm fuzzy moments? 🤷🏻‍♀️ Hopefully there were more justifiable reasons for ending one’s sacred marriage vows then a 🚙.

[@DJSHaKa]

As a guy who has worked at Honda for over 7 years, we cannot keep these things on the used lot for more than 2 days, they sell that fast.

[@JakeStewart1343]

I've never owned a Honda car but I have a Husqvarna lawnmower that has a Honda engine and it's definitely the best lawnmower I've ever had. 😎

[@edwardlovescrypto4296]

Hey DJ I was just curious if there is any truth to that and bring them back the element. Also when in roughly for how much thanks a lot

[@InJeffable]

I can imagine. I wish Honda had brought it out back when I was shopping around for a new vehicle last year. My only option for this type of vehicle if I wanted something new was the Kia Soul, and that thing is garbage compared to Honda quality. I'm happy with the 2019 F-150 I ultimately went with, but I might have chosen a 2019 Element instead if that had been available.

[@S_H9260]

If I came across one I could afford I'd jump on it.

[@rwjones25]

They make fantastic delivery vehicles.

[@tombolton5575]

Errors in this video: 1. You can't hose out the interior, there are no drains. You can however use a little water and mop out the entire interior. 2. They offered an AWD version from the beginning in 2003 (not just in 2011). AWD version also comes with a large rear moonroof. 3. Honda is not bringing it back (as of now).

[@wafflewafflegod]

So sad they’re not bringing it back. I’d buy a new one in a heartbeat

[@gameboy1984]

Yeah that's what I'm trying to figure out why he said they did bring them back when they clearly didn't

[@brawndothethirstmutilator9848]

Rumors about them bringing it back keep circulating for years now. As far as I can see Honda has no plans to do so.

[@tomcooper5188]

Still driving my green EX everyday and am just turning 420k miles, still original engine and transmission. The most unique and practical vehicle I have ever owned.

[@streetguru6240]

wow- just got one with 273k. fingers crossed

[@tomcooper5188]

I’m up to 428k now and still rolling!

[@user-mt5zl4rp5h]

@@tomcooper5188 holy crap thats sick. Any major work had to be done besides regular maintanence? Mine at 230k

[@ericslimp2726]

Tom Cooper graduations on 420k

[@etwilli2]

@@tomcooper5188 Im looking tomorrow at a 2005 and model auto tranny ... 190K miles. Guy wants 5k Original owner. Any problems when miles go up?

[@EdHelwig]

No, no, no....do not hose out the car. It was never recommended.

[@NP-co7kj]

Indeed! I'm surprised people think you can hose out a Honda Element. There is acoustic insulation under the rubber flooring that would retain water and there are wires there too and no drains.

[@CodyAlushin]

Wet rag and that's IT. Cleans it up perfectly.

[@Watch-0w1]

I just going to say that as well

[@djdud132]

No drain holes, water pools and loosens the floor

[@seanhuntsman7834]

Hank Hill same here. So u CAN wash it out. :-)

[@CB-fs5hf]

I love my Element! 209,000 miles and still runs like a clock and the manual shifts like a dream. I'll never get rid of that toaster!

[@williampow69]

I had one too love it but i whish they would comes out five seater and sliding doors that engine is a great one rev easy i once down shift to 4th grear on freeway the car reach 95 miles easy the engine was not even working hard i have to ease off gas because i don't want to get a speeding ticket😅so becareful when you are on the freeway keep your eyes on the speed😰

[@ojpimpson3343]

Look into a Minitec swap! Take that POS k24a4 2.4 out and buy the kit to direct swap a J32 3.2 or J35 3.5 from a Oddessy. You NEED a 03 to 06 with a Manual shift for it to work perfect.

[@triplea6174]

@@ojpimpson3343 how much would it cost ?

[@slobo5568]

Does it have more space then the pilot?

[@applepoop10]

@@ojpimpson3343 LS swap it.

[@cindymorgan4639]

My husband just traded in his Element, at 232,000 miles. When he bought it, it had 100,000 miles. Never had any trouble. We loved that car.

[@mattgrele6318]

how much money did he get for it?

[@MikeTheStud]

Any reason for trading it in?

[@cardonaman]

I have owned 3 elements. I love this car. Really was ahead of it's time

[@Jeremyho439]

How did you brew up up three Elements?.

[@reesedaniel5835]

And they are made a lot better, inside and out than even the more expensive SUVs on the market today. The best thing in my opinion is the lack of annoying and intrusive "safety" features.

[@cardonaman]

@@Jeremyho439 first 2 got totaled....other drivers fault . On number 3 with almost 220k miles now

[@se7encureton]

Still stand by it? I’m hella considering. Hoping to find a 5spd.

[@cardonaman]

@@se7encureton 225k miles strong still runs like new

[@jimblakesley6211]

I have friend who is wheel chair bound that will be glad the Element is back. She loved it because she could enter the vehicle and load her wheel chair behind her unassisted. Great lay out for that need.

[@codybrady6637]

It would probably be even easier if the seats swiveled too

[@johnlove8449]

I load my motorized wheelchair in the rear door by driving it up a portable ramp that I purchased. I can put the wheelchair beside the rear seat with one seat removed then I have threes avail for people.. With both rear seats hooked up I can load the wheelchair between the rear seats but then I only have the two seats in front for people. I usually take out both rear seats as it is only my wife and me and I have room for the w/chair Both of us ands lots of cargo. My “Ele-phant: 2003 AWD EX Automatic with 265,000 miles On it. It runs like a top - fast as hell. Repairs in the past few years: Rebuilt Nixon Denso Alternator. Forth set of tires, A/C compressor, tune-up, three windshields, two left and one right window regulators, has many small dings and it’s shine is a little dull. Also about 200,000 miles she had the typical Problem of reaching 25 or 30 MPH and stalling out. Replaced the VTEC solenoid oil pressure spool with it’s screen. Less than $50 and an hour’s work. No stalling out now.

[@TheWonderman1964]

@@johnlove8449 I am in wheelchair and going to buy one.

[@97I30T]

She better not got her hopes up. All of the claims that the Element is coming back are from sketchy and unsubstantiated sources. Not even Honda has said anything about the return of the Element.

[@codyzerkle338]

My parents just bought me a 2005 Honda Element. And I love it

[@27masky27]

I bought one today :)

[@ratagris21]

I got one a few weeks ago. It's a great vehicle.

[@ThaChazo]

I bought one with 192k miles. I'm up to 274k miles. With minimal maintenance and parts

[@hankhill5622]

Good first car! I’m 17 and have an 04 ex for my first car

[@ratagris21]

@@hankhill5622 make sure you have the cat shield on your catalytic converter. They're stealing the OEMs for money.

[@loriz369]

Love my Element, brought it coming out a a lease, just wanted roomy and dependable. 8 years later still my dependable, easy to maintain ride!

[@sleepyseapickle_6124]

I bought a 2003 and the plastic floor has been amazingly convenient. I’m also a fan of how roomy it is for being reasonably small-ish

[@francisschuessler]

I used to have an 06 element. Sold it with 215k miles. Biggest mistake of my life

[@McFlysGarage]

I miss my 07 Element SC

[@henryshoots]

Sold my 05 with 190k, big mistake. Later I got a 03. Over 200k miles now and hope to push it to 250k.

[@noseefood1943]

Sold mine 2005 with 183k for $2500 regretting since. Granted seats were ripped lock broke dings and dents but ran perfect

[@derekyoung8312]

Worked for a Honda dealership and the element was a great vehicle.

[@reesedaniel5835]

And still is.....

[@emmaq3250]

After a series of cars that crapped out, my husband and I bought a little 2003 Honda Element that had 150k miles on it. We love that damn car and drove it across the country and had absolutely no issues. Ours has had a few problems but we just fix them up and it still works great . We’ll drive it until the wheels fall off

[@tridentyyz1031]

This vehicle has the highest resale value of all Hondas.

[@mikepeebles]

Really? I was under the impression that the CR-V gets that.

[@overseasterritory8983]

Yes its very high but I must say the highest has got to be the s2000 , I see people asking almost what they cost new for 15 year old ones

[@christopherchapola6184]

every time i take mine to the dealer for oil change they always want me to trade it in on another model it only has 94000 miles so i will be driving it for another 10 years love its space and all wheel drive

[@04dram04]

Did you forget that the s2000 exists????

[@tridentyyz1031]

No, I did not forget about the S2000, however, there were not as many S2000's manufactured as there were Elements.

[@e-trite221]

Who else remembers when Scotty said not to buy an Element because of the starter design?

[@cabrerasebastian]

I was asking that in my head just a moment ago and remember him crying about how it was poorly designed when he had to do some work lol. Not even sure if they are actually coming back out with the element

[@friendslovecars]

sebastian cabrera haha I remember that video as well 😂 but I’m with you - I can’t find any info on a 2021 Element! I will immediately purchase it!

[@robertdevoy3119]

I was worried about that. But now when the starter goes I can just buy a new Element. However, my 06' has 165,000 mi and still runs like new.

[@gabrielcornejo238]

Scotty is selling out?

[@lemustunes]

I was thinking the same thing now he has one. Lol

[@Guyle11]

I wish Toyota brought back the FJ cruiser. It looks badass to me.

[@alexcarter8807]

Those are cool!

[@JaysMissingKidney]

Maybe if they made it less of a gas guzzler.

[@nextleveljourney6612]

It IS COMING BACK!! And it will be Hybrid- It will likely be built in the new Plant in Alabama that is Jointly being utilized by Mazda.

[@barriepresseien1535]

They did.

[@Guyle11]

@@nextleveljourney6612 oh! I wasnt aware.

[@jdengsky]

The first minute I saw the Element. I thought it is a great fit for many purpose. It is small like a sedan, but got a lot of space in the back for shopping at IKEA and road trips.

[@pumpupjam9648]

A pal of mine bought a Element in 2009, it's a 5 speed, works great, no issues, except outside sidebar got disconnected cause the family went rock climbing (like those ole jeep commercials or pickup fords or rams) over the mountain tops. LOL Vehicle all in all is big like you side inside, it's grey and my friend did take a hose to it. It carries about 8 passengers, and lumber, and many other things. Such a handy dandy vehicle. That SUV Element has over 180,000 miles on it. Still going strong. MADE IN JAPAN!

[@duelwing01]

My dad bought one used with 150 on it for 3k, a steal! Had it for 8 years now and runs great with 400 on it now. Got windows tinted with a upgraded roof rack and grill bars. Love your stuff Scotty keep on doing you!

[@peasantlaborer6084]

400,000 miles is a lot of miles, Congratulations on having such a long lasting vehicle, I thought I was doing good with 269K on a Accord, I know a guy that has a older Toyota Rav4 has around 400K he wants to put 500K on it just to say he put a half million miles on a vehicle then retire it.

[@johnbaldwin22]

The problem with a new E is it's new. Yesterday I had 2 kayaks on top of mine and 2 stuffed into the back laying on the reclined front seat. It's a muddy mess I have to deal with this morning but I've loved that thing since I bought it in '03.

[@CodyAlushin]

That's the exact beauty of it. You can do anything to it and it sits there and asks for more!

[@danstephensen9032]

I haul construction stuff in this, Also Drums, etc!!!!! Grandkids L O V E I T !!! After putting 500k miles on 2 PT Cruisers T H E AMAZING ELEMENT is my Mainstay. 60 years as Gigging drummer.🥁 🥁🥁🥁🥁 Age 73

[@gryphonennis1002]

I had a honda element. LOVED IT!!! I need another badly. but honda says they aint bringing them back. you wounded my heart scotty. you gave me false hope. :(

[@ConspiracyCracker89]

I bought a E, 3 days ago. 2003. Holy sh!t, amazing news.

[@raywil1952]

I wanted an Element when I was younger. I will get one now.

[@rayman167]

Did you find one eventually? There are not many here on the market in Toronto, Canada. I think people are keeping the car instead of selling it.

[@willschires7283]

You won't regret it

[@georgeprotopapadakis4752]

This is one of the best cars my family ever owned. It is truly phenomenal.

[@matthewford5946]

I agree. We had a 2004 AWD was awesome.

[@georgeprotopapadakis4752]

Matthew Ford we had an ‘03 EX for over 14 years with almost 300K miles. Only needed brakes, tires, plugs and a starter.

[@GroovemanJ5]

My 03 runs great and is super practical for daily driving. Love it.

[@tjellis1479]

Price on USED Elements have doubled??? I have 2008 Worth 14K ?? WTF...why the frenzy?

[@reesedaniel5835]

@@tjellis1479 I just paid $7800 for a 2004 EX AWD with 169K miles. KBB fair market value is $5700 on the high end. Yes the dealers are jacking up the price because of the insane demand for these things. The overpriced CVT garbage they are selling nowadays with all the intrusive "safety" tech is driving people to go backwards instead of forwards in car buying. Plus everything in the used and new car market is insanely overpriced.

[@meadball1]

I bought my 2006 Honda Element brand new and had it for 14 years and put 201 thousand miles on it. I was so disappointed they stopped making them because by the time I needed a new car, they weren't making them. I would have gladly gotten another one!

[@Miley_00]

For no reason I want a Honda Element now

[@bradlaflamme6127]

He does that to you...

[@MrGardoPR]

Good luck finding one at a decent price.

[@sharliengreen7763]

They must have finally read my email. I've been begging them to bring this car back.

[@steve9377]

I wouldnt count on it. He said last week that theyre bringing back the Crosstour but there really no mention of it anywhere as well as a new Element

[@marklittler784]

Loooooool Maybe Dr Watson sent them one too.

[@dha588]

Now email toyota for the FJ

[@brianhill4153]

Yea it was definitely your email that did it...

[@FowlerAskew]

They aren't bringing it back. It's a stupid hoax article from some pointless web site

[@martyyoung598]

Our 2005 Element EX w/automatic transmission has 422,000 miles. Bought it new. Works fine, lasts a long time. Had a lot of maintenance. If I remember it cost about $15K. A testimony and shout out for the work by our mechanic shop, Johnson’s Transmission and Auto in Dunn, NC

[@MichaelSimmons.]

We have a 2008 Element. Next year, we' ll pass the 300,000 mile mark. I was talking to someone a couple weeks ago, that has over 400,000 miles on theirs. Very reliable car.

[@ulmen24]

“Hey Scotty will you fix the lock on my car?” Later that night... “look hunny! Scotty put our car on KZbin!” “let’s see how it accelerates!”

[@mikeybikey5501]

😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣🤣🤣😂🤣😂🤣HELL YEAH!!!

[@ecschindelbeck]

🤣🤣

[@Eliyourcarguy]

These are more functional than a large portion of new vehicles on the market today!

[@williamross1791]

I’ve owned my 2003 Honda Element ex AWD for nearly 15 years now! 190,xxx miles, and still going strong. Low maintenance, tons of room, very versatile, and still looks clean the day I got it. I get a lot of people who ask if I would like to sell it, sorry this one is a keeper. Beach, mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, river swimming, go kart hauling, scuba diving, boat towing, mountain exploring weekend warrior. The Element is it’s own beast!

[@LongtowerNyc]

Haha currently watching this in my Honda Element. LOVE IT!!!!

[@andrewjking87]

I'm about to roll over 250,000 miles on my Element, and it's running strong! I love it, and I'm so happy they're going to make them again!

[@sneakersonfeet9045]

I can’t find any reliable information that says they are going to make them again

[@seven8n235]

Scotty, I had a 2006. Got t boned in 2010 , totaled but saved my life. We called it the toaster car. Looks like a toaster, lol

[@jesusmontes9663]

Ahhaahaahaa yeah all my friends make fun of me for driving a BIG orange toaster 😂😂

[@olguiq1013]

My was totaled in 2006..had for 9 months and been waiting since to buy another one. YES I can not wait....

[@FernandoHernandez-jp4gt]

Hahaha I have an orange one too and everyone calls it, “The Toaster”.

[@cjamesburtond]

I just bought a silver 2010 Element Ex in perfect condition with only 110k miles on it for $7,500! it has been an awesome car and I absolutely love it.

[@craig162]

When I was at a Honda training center I asked a teacher why they dropped the Element.I was told that because the Elament was on a CRV platform that when Honda came out with a all new CRV they would have had to make a all new Elament. Honda wasn't sure if the investment was worth the cost. Great car .

[@djdud132]

Definitely interesting that they said that and it makes sense. Would have saved on parts though. I have fixed so many key components thanks to the crv. I don't think there was much modification to the crv platform for the element though

[@joshuathorson8813]

There were rumors about not meeting the new safety regulations as well

[@spacecat7247]

I like the element sooooo much better than the crv. Ditch the crv. Either buy a pilot or an element.

[@sjhoff]

True, they were also selling every CRV they could make and couldn't make enough of them. The plant in Ohio built both the CRV and the Element, however the Element had seen a considerable sales drop. The plant capacity and resources going to a model that doesn't sell, when you can use it towards one that sells out, is the main reason they ditched the Element. But like you said they would have had to do a major redo since they had put almost no updates other than minor trim and bodywork (not for the better, at least on the exterior). I have two early ones, (03,06) both with 5-speed manual transmissions and absolutely love them. The original design was clean cut, however they appeared to try to change it slightly just so they could say they changed it and I think the later ones were less well, cute. I have heard that the last model year actually had steel fenders instead of the iconic plastic panels, anyone know if that's true or not?

[@reesedaniel5835]

@@sjhoff I agree that the older ones look way better. From 2003-2008.

[@ianmoone4331]

I recently discovered that my 1991 Honda was built in Canada. I had assumed it was made in Japan, but nope. Japanese design, Canadian Built. 30 years old, with no sign of giving out. Seems like a pretty good combination.

[@CarringtonHollister]

Let me guess a Civic

[@brucejones2354]

The Canadians take pride in their work so they build quality. Unlike some in the US, and Mexico.

[@oldschool9932]

I am the original owner of a 2003, 5 speed manual, AWD with 300k and she's still reliable. Without doubt it is a very well built automobile.

[@Yousometoto]

Hey, do you still have the element & if so how many miles is it currently @, how does it drive as well ? I’m currently looking into a 2005, 5spd, 2wd with 140k

[@victorpapillon1487]

​@@Yousometotook

[@c0pyimitati0n]

I have a _2004 Element_ and I love the _square_ design and all the room/lack of carpeting.

[@gmontie2010]

@Scotty Kilmer - I love my Honda Element! It's Odometer just turned over to 370,000 Miles! And it just goes - I mean it really goes!

[@etwilli2]

auto or standard?

[@gmontie2010]

@@etwilli2 automatic

[@67Elchino]

I had a 2003 Element and RealTime AWD. It was available from the beginning. The SC? model came along that was 2WD.

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

Honda seem to have the most unique sound whenever you start them up. Many non car people who are unable to know the cars brands by the startup sounds would usually know a Honda when they hear one start. I love how my K20 Civic has that unique Honda startup sound unlike the L15 turbo.

[@M_773]

My parents 96' accord had a similar startup to our brand new RDX 😂

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

@@M_773 LOL my 2020 Civic has the 2.0L non turbo 158 hp engine. I love how it somewhat sounds like a combination of my mum's 1996 Civic and my friends 1998 J30 1998 Honda Accord when it starts up. I also find it interesting how the RDX uses a K20 as well, but it is turbo charged and DOHC instead of my car which is naturally aspirated and SOHC.

[@M_773]

@@asdfghjqwertyu1858 yeah the RDX basically uses a watered down version of the Civic Type R engine, it's a K20 and it still sounds surprisingly good for a turbo, the VTEC kicks in nicely as well. Doesn't beat an N/A K20 though

[@yadonious5005]

Fords sedans, being the Taurus, Crown Victoria, Fusion, Fiesta, and Focus all have the same distinct sound

[@joshwokojance3790]

I bought an 06 Element. It’s my first non Ford/Chevy/Dodge. It’s also my favorite car I’ve ever owned. It runs great, and the back area is very versatile. The big selling point for me is the ease of getting in and out of it. It’s a bit funny looking but it’s a well thought out vehicle as far as the cargo area is concerned.

[@elizabethf8078]

I will never buy another Chevy as long as I live You couldn't GIVE one to me.

[@cjMbuck]

I bought a 2004 with 104,000 miles on it 1.5 years ago. Great vehicle. It has AWD. Auto trans. The vehicle was meticulously taken care of, almost entirely with the Honda dealer, and all maintenance records are on line in the Honda database. I was lucky to find it. Elements were simply ahead of their time. Very spartan. Cargo hooks throughout the back. Power outlets in the back. You want road noise; You got it. You want un-refined; you got it. You want reliable; you got it. I just hope the new ones have more space for a larger battery.

[@TheAmigoUser]

Now we need the Scion xB back and we’ll have the holy trinity of boxy cars 🤣

[@hsny76h4l9]

I would like that!

[@TheAmigoUser]

steve Bradley yikes sorry to hear that. Been looking for one but can’t find one lower than 120k miles plus that oil consumption problem they have is always in the back of my mind

[@geocom200]

My wife and I bought ours in 2012. This car is so fun and useful in the household. We won’t sell it even when we can afford much more expensive cars.

[@johnp556]

Love the Xb, huge mistake they cancelled it.

[@manrikigusari848]

I always like boxy cars. Datsun 510, BMW 2002, and all the Volvo turbo bricks!

[@TheSwitzAutomotive]

I have an original (from 2005) and talk a lot about it on my channel. The Element is one of the most reliable vehicles ever built. Mine has 190,000 miles on it and it runs great.

[@rogerjensen6630]

I have a 04 element with automatic and 192000 miles . Still runs like a top. Love it.

[@gloriamaggs5453]

I had a 2005 Honda Element, and just loved it! I am now 78, and many of my friends were about the same age. We were having too much difficulty getting in and out of the back seat, so I traded it in and got a 2010 CRV. This works well for me, and I love it too....but I still love the Element!! G.

[@TranTek]

Element is a very fun car to drive like a mini bus, i love driving it. Yes my Fit was made in Japan and flawless and then they shipped to Mexico and i talk to people who bought them and Fit became crap the issue he had reminds me of VW Scotty also rooted Canada

[@robmalcolm8042]

Yeah fit is actually surprisingly probably the most reliable or one of the most reliable Honda vehicles out there. It's just small but is reliable . I agree on the made in Japan vin number part. My 2005 Hyundai Elantra is made in Korea and has been very reliable

[@angryfish401]

I'll always buy a Chrysler, I love nature and it always allow me to sight see in areas I'd never thought to break down in.

[@Bobcat9]

The Element was featured with FOUR WHEEL DRIVE, not AWD, and long before 2011 as you stated. I have a 2005 with 4WD.

[@robindenver2096]

I had an EX bought in 2003 I finally parted ways after more than 17 years and 315000 miles. Biggest repair was a new clutch after 250K, the disks were actually still in good shape. Of course there were other wear and tear repairs over the years, but I was able to fix them myself. I don't think I will ever own a vehicle with such a low cost per year to maintain. Also the turn radius was exceptionally short, I made U turns other cars could not do.

[@matthewford5946]

I had one. Florists and delivery drivers love them. I was offered money for mine so many times. Plastic mats easy to clean.

[@TravisCyprien]

I always did like the Element. I was sad when they discontinued it. I have a 2013 Kia Soul Exclaim and love my Kia. But I have always wanted to test drive an Element. Glad they are coming back with the Element

[@barriepresseien1535]

I worked as a Honda tech for 30 years, and the Element was the most trouble free model they produced.

[@SKBottom]

My sister bought a 2003 new. She still drives it.

[@reesedaniel5835]

Kia Souls are great from 2010-2016. After that they ruined the engine and transmissions in them (just like all the other car makers have done).

[@joef1188]

Honda element is a good vehicle but it does have some major blind spots that you have to be aware of. The part of the vehicle that separates the windshield form the front windows is really wide and creates a large blind spot, just be aware of that if you thinking of buying one. Other than that a great car.

[@wellsayd]

I bought my 03 new off the lot, still have it, 210k and still going

[@ethanpotvin4000]

Honda really does it best. My mom just got a 2019 Honda Fit and it’s a small car but it has tons of space in the inside and has great acceleration. Honda is the best hands down. I have a Honda four wheeler and it’s over 15 years old and runs like I got it yesterday it sits outside almost all year in all weather and I’ve had no problems with it

[@majorkira395]

It was just announced the Fit is being discontinued after this year. Was looking at it myself but I do a lot of long distance traveling and it's more of a city car. But if they bring back the Element, that would be great!

[@bryancarlson3673]

Scotty has saved thousands of people millions of dollars by avoiding the "endless money pits"!!!!

[@TonyFuego]

I got this same one. 2006. Best freaking car. 178,000 miles. Yeah insane starter placement But I’ve picked up an entire patio set in it. Take out the rear seats. And the room.--The room. Insane!!!!!!!! AWD great in the snow. I’d get a new one, but my 2006 still kicking !!!!

[@araasis3239]

A friend of mine has an Element that has over 500,000 miles and still drives it daily. They are great cars!

[@user-mt5zl4rp5h]

Thats actually insane does he still have it ?

[@araasis3239]

@@user-mt5zl4rp5h Yes, he does! Still drives it daily

[@user-mt5zl4rp5h]

@@araasis3239 what an absolute legend i wonder if hes on his second or third engine and transmission

[@danlatu209]

Bring it back and make it hybrid. Perfect for car camping.

[@1jackvalley580]

If it's a hybrid just ask Scotty and he will tell us how terribly expensive hybrids are to work on.

[@DIRTYPRODiGY]

1Jack Valley my 2014 Honda Accord PHEV just hit 120000 miles yesterday. Absolutely no work on them so far except the regular oil change and swap on the battery - not expensive at all

[@JakeJake746]

Make a non-hybrid option as well. I don't want an expensive hybrid.

[@honeybadgerstudios21]

Option for a pop top

[@oscar_cu2]

I would actually like to see an all electric element but with crazy range, because its the perfect roadtrip vehicle, but the new hybrid hondas are nice, but like he said, all gas one would be ideal, Or a turbodiesel honda makes amazing cars, in euroupe , we dont get the cool stuff here lol

[@jessicanelson1050]

Awesome. I was sad when Honda discontinued it. I think this may be my next vehicle.

[@Ghostwolf173]

I own a 2008 Honda Element Ex AWD. I love it. I'm glad they're back! We back baby! The box that rocks!

[@joefrancieayala8973]

Thank you for sharing and I shared this with a co-worker that has one, he said that made his day to know they are coming back. Thanks for the heads up Scotty

[@MilesInsurance]

I like the Honda Element and would definitely buy one.

[@raychang8648]

Hi, Scotty! I worked at that Honda plant in Ohio for a few months as an office temp back in '94-'95. That place is totally smooth!

[@weirdshibainu]

I live in Northern Nevada. I sold cars for a year and anytime one of these landed on the lot, I had a list of people to call. We got 4 of them on lot in that year and I sold every one of them. People in Tahoe and Truckee loved the AWD versions, but the FWD sold fast as well. We had one that we took in at 10 a.m. I had it gone by noon. I could easily have sold 25 a month and we weren't even a Honda dealership. The very cool thing about this is being able to remove the back seats and they were designed to carry 2 mountain bikes upright, intact side by side. Also....vey dog friendly vehicle. The rubberized floor is perfect for bikes, camping and dogs. I hope Honda doesn't screw it up with the new one.

[@kendread]

I got an '04 with 275k miles on it and counting. Although I recently purchased a new car I still drive the Element 2-3x a week. This car is extremely practical and reliable.

[@dracphelan]

I loved my Element. It was totalled in a wreck. If I could have one with decent miles in my price range, I would have bought another one.

[@motolifealways]

I paid $2500 for mine with 212, 000 great interior and exterior , with 5spd manual. Unfortunate part was just the wear and tear parts that needed to be replaced. Tires , suspension, CV axles and whatever. Motor and trans are perfect. They are expensive, but so ive realized that now everything has gone up in price! Book value when i bought mine was nearly 5,000 with everything nicely kept except the wear items. End of the day i built mine back to its book value and know it inside and out. Keep looking and be patient they still around for a good price

[@foford2010]

Mine was totaled too. I have a truck now. I'm excited to see the new element

[@cwright91685]

Will Moto704 I hear ya on those wear items. I was driving when the cv axle broke. Freaked me out because it sound like the trans had failed. So far I’ve replaced shocks, ac compressor and condenser, starter, throttle body, and am about to replace the radiator. Sounds like a lot but it is 16 years old approaching 300k miles.

[@Faeryness]

I’ve had my drive shaft fall straight out of mine so we just had the awd converted to a fwd plus the back cv joints were worn too.

[@stillnotwoke]

@@Faeryness 😉

[@seinundzeiten]

Yeah I got the 2004 orange one when it first came out, and it has close to 1 million miles now, 950,294 miles.

[@reesedaniel5835]

Original motor and transmission?

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

Thanks Scottie. I was looking at them for my next vehicle. You made up my mind.👍

[@ecmcmilliab]

I just bought an 03 Honda Element DX with 163k miles on it 2 days ago and I’m already in love with it!

[@reesedaniel5835]

Congratulations! I just bought an 04 EX AWD in Orange Sunset Pearl with 169K miles yesterday. My daughters boyfriend thought it was a 2018 (nearly new) Suv! I'm in love with mine too.

[@mewzetm8928]

I have a 2003 Honda Element. It has close 3 hundred thousand miles and is still going good! Lots of room inside and easy to maneuver in city driving. Plenty of clearance for the off highway (backroads and offroad) driving I do. Still gets decent gas mileage as well.

[@seric4546]

I drove a 2004 AWD model for 10 years. It must be the weight distribution but the thing was super sure footed in slick and snowy conditions. I could literally blow right past 4wd pickups. Even took it off road a bit where it performed well.

[@00_UU]

I had 2003 Honda Element EX w/auto. The best car I ever had, even though I had a few brand new Acuras and Toyotas. Used Elements are extremely expensive and rare these days. People never understood how cool these things were. I moved all of my stuff in it, I could sleep in the back seat. Standard audio system for EX had a front subwoofer and it sounded amazing for 2003. MSRP was around $21k with delivery. Dealer gave me $2k off, so I had mine for around $19k, amazing value for what it is.

[@alpinglow]

I bought a 2011 a month ago... 61,900 miles for way too much money here in Seattle. It's an awesome rig. The day after purchasing I camped in it, tested the 4wd in snow and on jeep roads on Snoqualmie Pass. It performed better than I expected. Has the 4wd system changed through the years on the Element? I thought only the right front and left rear wheels had traction? When I tested all four tires had ample traction. Dealers have waiting lists for Elements, wouldn't that be evidence that people LOVE this vehicle? Scotty you're the best!

[@justinnschultz]

I have an ‘06 element. Best car I’ve ever driven in my opinion. Sure she isn’t the fastest thing but the control and reliability is unreal. Just hit 200,000 a month ago and she’s still kickin.

[@TheNickoil029]

So glad Element is back! Best vehicle for dog owners!

[@steve9377]

its not back, i dont where he gets his info from. That photo he flashed of it is from 2009

[@JJ-ls7fq]

@@steve9377 he said it's coming next year.

[@andrewmellencamp4588]

That’s why I bought one. Two big German Shepherds and dog hair everywhere it’s easy to clean out. 05 with 184k miles and running great.

[@sixtonshark2854]

@@JJ-ls7fq He's wrong

[@napynap]

I just saw a new looking Honda Element in my neighborhood, and I'm in the market for a hatchback-like car that can hold a lot. Your video was the first one that came up. Thanks for this!

[@gironoa]

Scotty, I enjoy watching your videos, they are very informative and usually rather accurate. However, you mentioned in this video that Honda sold the Element with rubber floors so that you could take it to the beach and just hose it out with water after. This is NOT correct, Honda did NOT design the floor of the Element to be hosed off like a Jeep. If you do this, you will cause major damage to your Element. This is a myth about the Element and it is unfortunate because many Element owners have regretted doing so. Please refer the page in the owner's manual that calls for the "hose down your floor option." It does not exist. Most importantly tho, can you please site a credible source (specifically from Honda, or Car and Driver Magazine) where the Element has been legitimately announced? There are a few bogus articles about a new Honda Element coming soon, but, that has been going on for several years. Honda has not announced a 2021 Element in the works. It is just not accurate. Please provide a source that is credible. It does not exist.

[@takeonetheater]

Yup ...have my 05 with 135 in mint condition...where's the 21's lol would buy another if they came to production but unfortunately more likely Ev's mothballed the resurgence

[@marinoint]

I rented this car once and loved it! Tall/great visibility, easy to park due to modest length, front & rear seats can fold flat allowing two adults to sleep comfortably, flexible and huge cargo space, very reliable, and quite affordable.

[@kmslegal7808]

very big A pillars. I've almost run people over 3 times. Side view is bad too. Front visibility good (other than A pillars). 2010 EX AWD with 143K

[@victorpapillon1487]

​@@kmslegal7808A pillars had tonbe thicke bc there's no B pillar

[@MrHajidub]

Element was the best Honda, 2003-2005, until they added a bunch of sensors after 05'. NO you couldn't hose it out, the plastic floor would hold water and eventually rust out. Mine was an 05' and I sold it at 200K, with original clutch and nothing ever done except for standard mnx. K24 IMO is the best motor Honda ever made.

[@sarcastian]

My 2017 Civic EXT was made in Canada, and so far it's been very reliable! No oil dilution problems.

[@edwini.t.5385]

Any idea if Scotty recommended the 2016 LX like he did the EX ?? (I believe both vehicles have 2.0 engine and CVT Transmision)..

[@leor.1475]

16 y/o 2007 honda element driver here, I love my car, and I couldn’t imagine driving anything else.

[@BigMacSam]

I love my Element. I made a table/arm rest for mine and installed a new radio and got it on video. It's on my channel. Elements are awesome!

[@flipfury851]

I looooooove my Element!!!!! I've had over 23 vehicles and it's my favorite one I've ever owned and it now has 407000 miles original everything!!!

[@daniel9476]

Even the transmission 😳

[@flipfury851]

@@daniel9476 absolutely and I've never even changed the fluid and it's never slipped once!

[@marygibson1112]

My 2006 model is great 239,000 miles and still going strong. Love the storage space.

[@S4h4r4s]

This is my favorite car and I love it! I own a Honda Element for 10 years, and still in working good condition with all the new replacement parts of course! 2nd owner from 70k to 300k so far.

[@mikehenson819]

I used to call them the "box". But the design grew on me. So with greater appreciation, I now call them the "Box".

[@joseph9531]

Someone called it a tractor 😅

[@Bhtucker415]

I call mine “box on wheels”.

[@cookingwithjcm]

I have a 2006 Honda Element EXP and I now have almost 146,000 miles on it bought it used while ago already had 130,000 on it , very reliable and fun to drive ,

[@estebanpedroza4502]

I had a 2005 , I put 165000 miles on it never had a problem and very space full Just regular maintenance is a grate car

[@Jb74W]

Finnally someone is honest about the reliability of cars depending on wich country they are made. Thank you Scotty!!👍👍👍

[@noahczar]

SCOTTY IVE NEVER BEEN SO EARLY, I LOVE YOUR CONTENT

[@scottykilmer]

hello and thank you!

[@noahczar]

@@scottykilmer yay! My mom had one of these things, too bad she wrecked it though

[@edwini.t.5385]

@@scottykilmer HEY Scotty ! Is the '16 Civic LX the same as the EX ? (Since they both have the 2.0 Engine & CVT Tranny)

[@cdotson0027]

I have a 2008 with 270k miles and still running well. I work on them near Denver if anyone needs maintenance.

[@hedyvahabzadeh2037]

I had an element 2003 and it had a design defect with the windshield. The slightest ding and it would crack. I had 4 replacements but still loved it. honda did change the design. We're still driving our 2008 element. I'm buying two when they start selling.