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39 messages, Last post on Jan 03, 2008 at 2:57 PM
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I think that the new 2009 Element is going to be like the Honda CrossRoad. I did some research last night, and I hate to say it, but I thik it is going to be. It goes on sale in Febuary in Europe and it's boxy, sits 7 and is about the size of a CR-V. here's some web places to check it out: http://www.autospies.com/news/Leaked-New-Honda-Crossroad-11078/ http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2006/12/honda-crossover-7seater-suvmpv.html I hope Honda doesn't have this be the new Element because it will truly destroy the Element of its uniqueness. 
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I know there is no guarantee that the pics are the actual new look of the Element, but thanks for making my decision easier. I was on the fence on going ahead and getting the '07 SC or wait in case the redesign looked better. When I saw the Crossroad pics, I knew I'd prefer the '07. Thanks for posting the links.
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Replying to: ford17cat (Jan 26, 2007 3:43 pm) The newer model, if that is what it may look like, seems a bit too big, probably lousy gas mileage, and heavier as well. Do like the NAV system, but had that on my 06 civic and hardly used it. Of course, that may not be the new 08 model, and if its not and its better looking than the 07, I'm going to smack someone.... My self
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The Element badly needs a diesel to fix its biggest weakness...mpg. A diesel Element with lots of torque that got 35mpg. Sounds good to me.
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Replying to: twain (Feb 09, 2007 5:12 pm) Totally agree on the diesel, perhaps in '09. I have heard that there will be an Accord diesel at that time. |
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One of the main selling points for me with my 2006 Element was the suicide doors and the versatility with my music equipment, bicycles, day job equipment. If it looks and is wqupped like every other mid-size SUV, I'll either keep the one I have or get the SC. Does Honda have a clue about the Elements niche market? |
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It would be nice if there was someway to fit a fifth passenger......I'm comtemplating buying an 07 and when we travel with all three kids we'll still be forced to take the wife's CRV... 
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Does anybody know if I were to pull an in-dash GPS out of another Honda, like the Accord or CR-V, if it would work in the Element. I keep getting "No" from dealers and Honda Corporate, but nobody can tell me why it wouldn't work. I'm inclined to believe that I'm being lied to by the dealer and by corporate because they don't offer it, I don't care if they offer it, I'm more than happy to buy a honda GPS unit on ebay or a Honda Parts specialty store, but I don't want to make the investment if it's not going to work. I prefer not to get an aftermarket In-Dash system because there is no garauntee that the steering controls will work. Does anybody know if it can be done?
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Replying to: podcaster (Mar 28, 2007 9:37 am)
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Replying to: kirstie_h (Mar 28, 2007 12:41 pm)
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