Automotive Magazine

It has been five years since the Honda Element has been undergoing trials. Our opinions about the Honda CR-V-based sport / utility has become the pride that should get the award in a consistent and flexible element relative attitude when driving. The changes evident in 2009 when the lead car Honda Element CR-V class. This time, Honda has made improvements including on the front fenders and the square wheel vehicle that makes it easy to maneuver sharply. In addition, the display face a more fresh and innovative are easily recognized. A rear skylights previously found on the shelf Elements has been discontinued.

Inside the cabin, 2009 Elements of reconfigurable retain seats and lining the garden-hose-ready, but has been updated with all the latest gadgets. New features include Bluetooth connectivity, Honda satellite-linked navigation system with voice activation, rear view camera for automatic transmission models and USB digital media connectivity. While the base LX model comes with only a four-speaker stereo with CD player, EX and SC models get a 270-watt, seven speaker audio system that will read MP3 and WMA CDs, comes standard with XM Satellite Radio and steering wheel controls and features 6.5- ins. subwoofer located in the center-bottom of the dash.

For the first time, 2009 Element EX and SC models will come with several navigation options. The dash-mounted systems monitor features 6.5-in that works to control the navigation and audio systems. In addition, single CD player hidden behind a screen, the system can also play MP3 and WMA music files from compact flash card or from your iPod or other portable music player through additional input. Nav system comes with voice activation that can recognize and enter the building number, street name, and the city for you.

Element SC models get an exclusive center console with a built-in additional audio input jack, EX models get a new console with a built-in cooler, and LX models get a basic console. Element EX and SC models also pick up a new overhead storage system, which is based on Honda’s Railport Vehicle Personalization System. Three-compartment storage area is modular and can be reset based on individual customer needs. SC models also get an exclusive Piano Black trim, copper-colored highlights, unique fabrics, and floors covered with carpet instead of rubber.