Honda Announces Element Pricing
November 13, 2002
Honda's head-turning Element sport/utility vehicle goes on sale Dec. 19, 2002, with manufacturer suggested retail prices starting at just $16,100 for the entry-level Element DX front-wheel drive model, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.
The unique Element bundles together features of a pickup truck, SUV, and van in an affordable machine derived from the current generation CR-V. Innovative features on all models include center opening side cargo doors, a flat floor with dirt and water-resistant urethane coating, and highly versatile seating that can be folded flat, to the sides, or removed entirely.
"A key to the Element's wide appeal is its versatility and functionality," said Tom Elliott, executive vice president of American Honda. Element will be available in DX and EX trim levels with either front-wheel drive or Real Time 4WD. Both models will be available with a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. A 2.4-liter/160-horsepower four-cylinder engine with i-VTEC "intelligent" variable valve control will power all models. The front-wheel drive Element DX with a five-speed manual transmission has a MSRP of $16,100. With the automatic trans, it will be priced at $16,900. The Element DX equipped with Real Time 4WD and automatic transmission will have a MSRP of $18,300.
Element DX models include:
· Power front windows with driver auto down/up feature
· Tilt steering wheel
· Power door locks
· Dual-stage front airbags
· P215/70R16 99(S) tires, 16-inch styled steel wheels
· Multi-adjustable seating (more than 65 positions)
· Waterproof seat fabric for front seats
· Urethane-coated flat utility floor for durability and easy cleaning
· Front 12-volt accessory outlet
The fully loaded EX models start at $18,650 for a front-wheel drive version when equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission, $19,450 with an automatic. The EX version with Real Time 4WD will be priced at $20,850.
EX models include:
· Air conditioning
· Anti-lock brakes with electronic brake control
· 16 inch alloy wheels with P215/70R16 99(S) tires
· Cruise control
· Power mirrors
· 270-watt AM/FM/CD unit with 7-speakers including a subwoofer
MP3/Digital auxiliary jack
· Driver armrest
· Front and rear seat waterproof fabric
· Rear accessory outlets
All Real Time 4WD models will be equipped with a removable rear skylight with tilt feature. A five-speed manual transmission for 4WD models will be available in spring, 2003.