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Honda Element I 2.4i 16V (162 Hp)
Overall Rating
Honda Element:
The Honda Element is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Honda and marketed in North America over a single generation for model years 2003–2011 and noted for its boxy exterior styling with bi-parting side doors and its boxy, flexible interior layout.
Manufactured in East Liberty, Ohio, the Element used a modified second generation CR-V platform with front-wheel or a system marketed as “real time 4-wheel drive” that sends some torque to the rear wheels if the front wheels lose traction....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Honda Element (I). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1550 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda Element I was not tested by Euro NCAP. It received good safety ratings from North American agencies like NHTSA and IIHS for its time.
2.4i 16V (162 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 162 Hp K24A4 engine provides adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, with a respectable 9.5-second 0-100 km/h acceleration for an SUV of its size.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is average for a compact SUV of its era, with urban consumption around 14 l/100 km and extra-urban at 10.2 l/100 km.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly versatile and spacious interior with flat-folding rear seats.
- • Durable and easy-to-clean plastic flooring and seat materials.
- • Reliable K24A4 engine with good longevity.
- • Unique, distinctive, and practical design.
- • Available Real Time 4WD for improved traction.
Cons:
- • Rear-hinged 'clamshell' rear doors can be inconvenient in tight spaces.
- • Fuel economy is only average for its size.
- • Road noise can be noticeable at highway speeds.
- • Ride quality can be firm.
- • Limited seating to four occupants.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Element |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4i 16V (162 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 162 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K24A4 |
| Engine displacement: | 2354 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 99 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.6 kg/Hp, 104.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7 kg/Nm, 141.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1550 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2183 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 736 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4229 mm mm |
| Width: | 1788 mm mm |
| Height: | 1816 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2575 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1577 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1582 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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