Torrance, Calif. - Sep 23
The Honda Element, "a dorm room on wheels," breaks with traditional automotive styling and packaging norms to combine the best features of a pickup truck, minivan and an SUV wrapped in an innovative and versatile package. Using Honda's latest engine and emissions technology, the Element delivers fun driving performance while meeting stringent LEV-2 emissions requirements. Its 2.4-liter, i-VTEC, 4-cylinder engine with 160 horsepower is coupled with either a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission that delivers exceptional efficiency in this popular new light truck.
SPECIFICATIONS
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ENGINE
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Engine Type
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Aluminum Alloy In-Line 4
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Displacement (liters / cc)
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2.4 / 2354
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Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net)
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160 @ 5500
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm)
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161 @ 4500
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Valve Train
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DOHC 16-Valve i-VTEC
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Fuel System
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Multi-Point Fuel Injection
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Ignition System
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Electronic w/ Immobilizer
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Emissions Ratings (CA / Federal)
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LEVII-LEV / Tier 2, Bin 5
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POWERTRAIN
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Type
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Front-Wheel Drive
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Transmission
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4-Speed Automatic, Manual 5-Speed
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CHASSIS
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Body Type
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Unit Body
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Suspension (front / rear)
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MacPherson Strut / Double Wishbone
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Stabilizer Bar (mm, front / rear)
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30.0 / 21.0
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Steering
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Variable Assist, Power Rack-and-Pinion
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Brakes
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4-Wheel Disc w/ Anti-Lock Braking System
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Wheels
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16" Steel
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Tires
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P215 / 70 R16 99(S)
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EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
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Wheelbase (in.)
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101.4
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Length (in.)
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166.5
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Height (in.)
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70.4
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Width (in.)
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71.5
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Track (in., front / rear)
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62.1 / 62.3
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Curb Weight (lbs., MT / AT)
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3,352 / 3,403
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Towing Capacity (lbs.)
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1500
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INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
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Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
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25.1 - 74.6
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Passenger Volume (cu. ft., front/front and rear)
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58.6 / 103.6
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Seating Capacity
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4
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EPA MILEAGE ESTIMATES / FUEL CAPACITY
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5-Speed Manual (City / Highway)
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21 / 25
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4-Speed Automatic (City / Highway)
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22 / 26
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Fuel (gal.)
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15.9
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MANUFACTURER'S SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE
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5-Speed Manual
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$16,100
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4-Speed Automatic
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$16,900
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