Is the 2008 Honda Element a good car?

Is the 2008 Honda Element a good car?

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the Honda Element its highest crash-test rating, Good, for frontal impacts. IIHS has yet to test the 2008 Element for side impacts. Child-seat provisions include Latch child-seat anchors embedded in both rear seats.

How much does a 2008 Element SC cost to own?

Consumer Reports predicts the 2008 model should prove “much better than average” for reliability. Using Cars.com’s Total Cost of Ownership tool, a 2008 Element SC is projected to cost $41,698 to own for five years, including depreciation.

What kind of engine does a Honda Element have?

All Honda Elements are powered by Honda’s familiar 2.4-liter four-cylinder, with either a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. The engine makes 166 horsepower and 161 pounds-feet of torque.

Does the Honda Element SC have a tight suspension?

With its sport-tuned suspension lowering the ride height by about 0.8 inches, the Honda Element SC rides like a tightly sprung car — think economy go-cart, not luxury sports sedan. Speed bumps and potholes intrude both in noise levels and ride comfort, but the suspension seldom feels disconnected or trucklike.

What kind of engine does a 2008 Honda Accord have?

Used 2008 Honda Accord Engine. All three trim levels (LX-S, EX, EX-L) of the 2008 Accord Coupe offer a 190-horsepower, four-cylinder engine matched with either a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission.

What are the specs of a 2008 Honda Ridgeline?

Key Specs. of the 2008 Honda Ridgeline. Base trim shown. Body Type: Truck See similar vehicles. Combined MPG: 17 Combined MPG. Engine: 247-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (regular gas) Drivetrain: 4×4. Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs.

Does the 2008 Honda Element have child-seat anchors?

IIHS has yet to test the 2008 Element for side impacts. Child-seat provisions include Latch child-seat anchors embedded in both rear seats. Top-tether anchors for both positions are mounted in the ceiling next to the liftgate, a position that, if child seats are installed, could reduce luggage space.