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Honda Element Entering and Exiting Rear Seats

9 messages,  Last post on Sep 10, 2007 at 5:31 PM

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#4 of 9 Element Doors by ragets

Feb 02, 2007 (4:21 pm)

I'm considering the '07 Honda Element EX 4wd.
Is it really easy to load and unload with the Elements doors and clamshell tailgate? I like the doors because they are different from all other cars on the roads. Info would be very helpful.
 
Thanks

#5 of 9 Re: entering and exiting rear seats [after01] by mjp06

Feb 25, 2007 (9:58 pm)

Replying to: after01 (Dec 28, 2006 9:22 pm)
Getting in and out isn't all that bad but it is more difficult than an ordinary 4 door sedan. What you also want to think about is the lack of arm rests in the rear. My mom (in her 50s) was riding in the back seat and fell over sideways when I turned a corner. You're relying on the seatbelts to hold you in since there nothing much to grab onto.
-Mike

#6 of 9 Re: Element Doors [ragets] by mjp06

Feb 25, 2007 (10:02 pm)

Replying to: ragets (Feb 02, 2007 4:21 pm)
By far the easiest car to load and unload that I've owned.
(well, except for my pickup truck but thats not a fair comparison)
 
-Mike

#7 of 9 kjaba by kjaba1

Jun 05, 2007 (8:17 am)

Considering getting an Element for my two Newfoundland dogs but am concerned about (1) sufficient ventilation to keep them cool since rear windows don't open much and, (2) if I get the EX, does the available sunshade for the skylight give enough protection?
 
Has anyone had ventilation problems with an Element?

#8 of 9 rear doors by lab88

Aug 29, 2007 (6:38 pm)

The Element cools down pretty fast since it's not that big, but your dogs might miss the rolled down windows. I like being able to crack the windows and not have to worry about my dogs sticking their heads out the windows, since I don't like them doing that.
 
My parents and in-laws all have an awkward time getting into the back seat. Everyone does. It's not that it's hard, it's just that it's a different movement. I'm so used to it that I have an awkward time getting into a regular car seat now, and I'm young and relatively fit. Everyone has an extremely easy time getting into the front seats. They are a great height, I think.
 
Oh, and the trick to the rear doors is to always let the rear passengers enter and exit first. You pop the front door open but don't get out. The rear passengers get out, close their door and walk away, and then you get out. Reverse it to enter. That's for tight spaces.

#9 of 9 Re: rear doors [lab88] by bigfur

Sep 10, 2007 (5:31 pm)

Replying to: lab88 (Aug 29, 2007 6:38 pm)
Just a side bar for the dogs hanging their heads out the window...as much as they enjoy it, its very bad for their ears.

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