The Honda Element is a 4-door SUV offered in 2WD 5dr LX , 2WD 5dr EX , 4WD 5dr LX and 4WD 5dr EX . The powertrains include 2.4-liter 4 (166 hp) engines, and 5-speed automatic transmissions. It is Front or AWD wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 21 mpg city to 26 mpg highway. The Element uses Regular fuel.
The Element has a 1,500 towing capacity.
Standard safety equipment includes Standard/no (Side air bags, front/rear), Standard Stability control, Standard Antilock brakes.
Competing models include .
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