2010 Element Specifications
| Engineering | ||
| LX | EX | |
| Engine Type | In-Line 4-Cylinder | In-Line 4-Cylinder |
| Engine Block/Cylinder Head | Aluminum-Alloy | Aluminum-Alloy |
| Displacement (cc) | 2354 | 2354 |
| Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) | 166 @ 5800 | 166 @ 5800 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 161 @ 4000 | 161 @ 4000 |
| Redline (rpm) | 6500 | 6500 |
| Bore and Stroke (mm) | 87 x 99 | 87 x 99 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7: 1 | 9.7: 1 |
| Valve Train | 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC® | 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC® |
| Multi-Point Fuel Injection | Standard | Standard |
Drive-by-Wire™ Throttle System;){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
Real Time™ 4-Wheel Drive;){kind=small} |
Available | Available |
| CARB Emissions Rating | LEV-2[1] | LEV-2[1] |
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | Standard | Standard |
| 100K +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups[2] | Standard | Standard |
| Transmissions | ||
| LX | EX | |
| 5-Speed Automatic Transmission: | Standard | Standard |
| Gear Ratios: 1st: 2.786, 2nd: 1.614, 3rd: 1.082, 4th: .773, 5th: .566, Reverse: 2.000, Final Drive: 4.500 | ||
| Body/Suspension/Chassis | ||
| LX | EX | |
| Unit-Body Construction | Standard | Standard |
Control-Link MacPherson Strut Front Suspension;){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
| Compact Double Wishbone Rear Suspension | Standard | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar (mm, front/rear) | 30.0 / 21.0 | 30.0 / 21.0 |
| Variable Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock | 3.26 | 3.26 |
| Steering Ratio | 16.2 | 16.2 |
| Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft) | 34.9 | 34.9 |
| Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in) | 11.1 / 11.1 | 11.1 / 11.1 |
| Wheels | 16" with Full Covers | 16" Alloy |
| All-Season Tires | P215 / 70 R16 99S | P215 / 70 R16 99S |
| Exterior Measurements | ||
| LX | EX | |
| Wheelbase (in) | 101.4 | 101.4 |
| Length (in) | 169.9 | 169.9 |
| Height (in) | 70.4 | 70.4 |
| Width (in) | 71.6 | 71.6 |
| Track (in, front/rear) | 62.1 / 62.3 | 62.1 / 62.3 |
| Ground Clearance (in, unladen) | 6.9 | 6.9 |
| Approach/Departure Angles (degrees) | 25.6 / 26.3 | 25.6 / 26.3 |
| Curb Weight (lbs, 2WD) | 3515 | 3540 / 3547 (with Navigation) |
| Curb Weight (lbs, 4WD) | 3624 | 3641 / 3648 (with Navigation) |
| Towing Capacity (lbs) | 1500[3] | 1500[3] |
| Interior Measurements | ||
| LX | EX | |
| Headroom (in, front/rear) | 43.3 / 38.0 | 43.3 / 38.0 |
| Legroom (in, front/rear) | 41.0 / 39.1 | 41.0 / 39.1 |
| Shoulder Room (in, front/rear) | 57.1 / 52.2 | 57.1 / 52.2 |
| Hiproom (in, front/rear) | 55.0 / 47.6 | 55.0 / 47.6 |
| Cargo Volume (cu ft, behind 2nd-row) | 25.1 | 25.1 |
| Cargo Volume (cu ft, maximum) | 74.6 | 74.6 |
| Passenger Volume (cu ft) | 103.6 | 103.6 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
| EPA Mileage Estimates[4] /Capacities | ||
| LX | EX | |
| 5-Speed Automatic (2WD; City/Highway/Combined) | 20 / 25 / 22 | 20 / 25 / 22 |
| 5-Speed Automatic (4WD; City/Highway/Combined) | 19 / 24 / 21 | 19 / 24 / 21 |
| Crankcase (qt) | 5.6 | 5.6 |
| Coolant System (qt, AT) | 7.6 / 7.5 | 7.6 / 7.5 |
| Fuel (gal) | 15.9 | 15.9 |
| Required Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| Safety | ||
| LX | EX | |
| 3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions | Standard | Standard |
Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System;){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat Belt Reminder | Standard | Standard |
Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)','The Element is equipped with dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags (SRS). One or both of these airbags will be deployed only in the event of a sufficient frontal impact. If deployed, these airbags are capable of being inflated at different rates depending on crash severity, seat-belt usage and other factors. Frontal airbags are designed to supplement the seat belts to help reduce the likelihood of head and upper body injuries in frontal crashes.','','');){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS)','In the event of a moderate-to-severe side impact, the side airbag inflates to help protect the driver’s or front passenger’s upper body. The Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) utilizes sensors in the front passenger’s seatback to detect the height and seating position of the occupant. If a child or small-statured adult is leaning into the deployment path of the side airbag, sensors deactivate it.','','');){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor;){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)','The Element has an anti-lock braking system (ABS) which uses a special modulator to pulse the brakes to help prevent wheel lockup. This helps the driver retain steering control during hard braking. The Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) system balances the front/rear braking forces during dynamic loading.','','');){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | Standard | Standard |
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control with Traction Control','This sophisticated system aids the driver in retaining control of the vehicle if side slippage is detected during oversteer or understeer conditions. When the driver is cornering or must make a sudden maneuver and traction loss is detected, the system will engage to help restore the driver\'s intended course.','','');){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)','The Element enhances its visibility to others by incorporating Daytime Running Lights (DRL) up front.','','');){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)','This system monitors the pressure in all four tires, and alerts the driver if the pressure in any tire becomes significantly low[1].','','[1] For optimal tire wear and performance, tire pressure should be checked regularly with a gauge. Do not rely solely on the monitor system. Please see your Honda dealer for details.');){kind=small} [5] |
Standard | Standard |
Side-Impact Door Beams;){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row All), Tether Anchor (2nd-Row All) | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Features | ||
| LX | EX | |
| Side Cargo Doors | Standard | Standard |
| Variable Windshield Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Window Wiper/Washer | Standard | Standard |
| Roof-Mounted Antenna | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Entry System | Standard | Standard |
| Power Side Mirrors | Standard | Standard |
| Green-Tinted Glass | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Privacy Glass | Standard | Standard |
Clamshell Tailgate;){kind=small} |
Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Standard | |
| Multi-Reflector Halogen Headlights | Standard | Standard |
| Chrome Exhaust Finisher | Standard | |
| Comfort & Convenience | ||
| LX | EX | |
| Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System | Standard | Standard |
| Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition and Rearview Camera[6] | Available (5AT only) | |
| Power Front Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's Window | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Ventilation Windows | Standard | Standard |
| Power Door and Tailgate Locks | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | Cruise | Cruise/Audio/Navi (available) |
| Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard |
| Instrument Panel-Mounted Shifter | Standard | Standard |
| Lower Instrument Panel Storage Compartment | Standard | |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Vanity Mirrors | Standard | |
| Sliding Sun Visor Extensions | Standard | Standard |
| Overhead Storage Compartment | Standard | |
| Map Lights | Standard | |
| Dome Light | Standard | Standard |
| Ambient Console Lighting | with Navigation (Blue) | |
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Standard | Standard |
| Beverage Holders, Front and Rear | Standard | Standard |
| 12-Volt Power Outlet | Front | Front / Rear |
| Door-Pocket Storage Bins, Rear with Bottle Holders | Standard | Standard |
| Driver- and Passenger-Side Seatback Pockets | Standard | |
| Driver-Side Seatback Bungees, Front and Rear | Standard | |
| Rear Window Defroster | Standard | Standard |
| Rear-Seat Heater Ducts | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Area Tie-Down Anchors (4) | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Area Storage Bins | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Area Hooks (2) | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Area Light | Standard | Standard |
| Center Console | Removable Cooler | |
| Seating | ||
| LX | EX | |
| Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | Standard | Standard |
| Water-Resistant FXC™ (Fabric for Extreme Conditions) Seat Fabric[7] | Front | Front and Rear |
| Adjustable Head Restraints | Standard | Standard |
| Driver and Passenger-Side Armrests | Standard | |
| Removable, Flip-Up Rear Seats | Standard | Standard |
| Fold-Flat-Capable Seating | Standard | Standard |
| Audio Systems | ||
| LX | EX | |
| 120-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 4 Speakers and Clock | Standard | |
| 270-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 7 Speakers including Subwoofer | Standard | |
| MP3/Windows Media® Audio (WMA) Playback Capability[8] | Standard | |
| MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | |
USB Audio Interface;){kind=small} [9] |
with Navigation | |
| XM® Radio[10] | Standard | |
| CD Text Display Capability | Standard | |
| Instrumentation | ||
| LX | EX | |
| Backlit Gauges | Blue | Blue |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard |
| Digital Odometer and Digital Trip Meters (2) | Standard | Standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator[5] | Standard | Standard |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)-On Indicator | Standard | Standard |
| Maintenance Minder System | Standard | Standard |
| Door-/Tailgate-Open Indicator | Standard | Standard |
| Fuel and Coolant Temperature Indicators | Standard | Standard |
| Low-Fuel Indicator | Standard | Standard |
| Low-Oil-Pressure Indicator | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Indicator | Standard | |
| Passenger-Side Side Airbag-Off Indicator | Standard | Standard |
| Fuel Cap Indicator | Standard | Standard |
[1] LEV-2 rated by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
[2] Does not apply to fluid and filter changes. Will vary with driving conditions. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
[3] Towing requires the addition of the Honda accessory trailer hitch and hitch ball. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
[4] 2WD models (city/highway/combined) 20/25/22, 4WD models (city/highway/combined) 19/24/21. Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
[5] For optimal tire wear and performance, tire pressure should be checked regularly with a gauge. Do not rely solely on the monitor system. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
[6] The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ is available on the Element EX in the United States, except Alaska. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
[7] FXC™ is a registered trademark of Milliken & Company.
[8] Windows Media® is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
[9] The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
[10] Required XM Radio subscription sold separately after 90-day trial period. Subscriptions are governed by the XM Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com/serviceterms. Other fees and taxes apply after trial period; see XM Customer Agreement for details. Fees and programming subject to change. Service not available in Canada, Alaska, or Hawaii. © 2009 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries.
