2008 Honda Element
3 trims · 10 configurations · SUV
Starting MSRP
$18,980 – $23,575
Key specifications
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Source: NHTSA · 12 recalls on record
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Pricing
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MSRP by trim
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Purchase information
Based on LX
Total price (LX MSRP)
$18,980
Typical monthly
$376/mo
Avg. APR
7.00%
60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.
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LX
4 configurations
- MSRP
- $18,980 – $21,180
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 18/23
- Horsepower
- 166 hp
- Torque
- 161 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2.4L I4 gas
- Seating
- 4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 74.6
- Max towing
- 1,500 lbs
EX
4 configurations
- MSRP
- $20,990 – $23,190
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 18/23
- Horsepower
- 166 hp
- Torque
- 161 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2.4L I4 gas
- Seating
- 4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 74.6
- Max towing
- 1,500 lbs
SC
2 configurations
- MSRP
- $22,775 – $23,575
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 18/23
- Horsepower
- 166 hp
- Torque
- 161 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2.4L I4 gas
- Seating
- 4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 74.6
- Max towing
- 1,500 lbs
| Spec | LX4 configurations | EX4 configurations | SC2 configurations |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $18,980 – $21,180 | $20,990 – $23,190 | $22,775 – $23,575 |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy) | 18/23 | 18/23 | 18/23 |
| Horsepower | 166 hp | 166 hp | 166 hp |
| Torque | 161 lb-ft | 161 lb-ft | 161 lb-ft |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 gas | 2.4L I4 gas | 2.4L I4 gas |
| Seating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Cargo (cu ft) | 74.6 | 74.6 | 74.6 |
| Max towing | 1,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.
Full specifications
Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine type
- LXgasEXgasSCgas
- Fuel type
- LXregular unleadedEXregular unleadedSCregular unleaded
- Cylinders
- LXI4EXI4SCI4
- Displacement
- LX2.4 LEX2.4 LSC2.4 L
- Horsepower
- LX166 hpEX166 hpSC166 hp
- Torque
- LX161 lb-ftEX161 lb-ftSC161 lb-ft
- Transmission
- LX5-speed manualEX5-speed manualSC5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- LXfront wheel driveEXfront wheel driveSCfront wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- LXSUVEXSUVSCSUV
- Doors
- LX5EX5SC5
- Seating
- LX4EX4SC4
- Length
- LX169.3 inEX170.3 inSC170.8 in
- Width
- LX71.5 inEX71.5 inSC71.5 in
- Height
- LX70.4 inEX70.4 inSC69.5 in
- Wheelbase
- LX101.4 inEX101.4 inSC101.4 in
- Ground clearance
- LX6.9 inEX6.9 inSC6.2 in
Capacity & weight
- Cargo capacity
- LX25.1 cu ftEX25.1 cu ftSC25.1 cu ft
- Max cargo capacity
- LX74.6 cu ftEX74.6 cu ftSC74.6 cu ft
- Max towing
- LX1,500 lbsEX1,500 lbsSC1,500 lbs
- Curb weight
- LX3,433 lbsEX3,456 lbsSC3,529 lbs
- Fuel tank
- LX15.9 galEX15.9 galSC15.9 gal
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPG
- LX20EX20SC20
- City MPG
- LX18EX18SC18
- Highway MPG
- LX23EX23SC23
| Spec | LX | EX | SC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine & drivetrain | |||
| Engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | I4 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 166 hp | 166 hp | 166 hp |
| Torque | 161 lb-ft | 161 lb-ft | 161 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Dimensions | |||
| Body type | SUV | SUV | SUV |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 169.3 in | 170.3 in | 170.8 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.5 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 70.4 in | 69.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 101.4 in | 101.4 in |
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in | 6.9 in | 6.2 in |
| Capacity & weight | |||
| Cargo capacity | 25.1 cu ft | 25.1 cu ft | 25.1 cu ft |
| Max cargo capacity | 74.6 cu ft | 74.6 cu ft | 74.6 cu ft |
| Max towing | 1,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,433 lbs | 3,456 lbs | 3,529 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 15.9 gal | 15.9 gal |
| Fuel economy & EV | |||
| Combined MPG | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| City MPG | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| Highway MPG | 23 | 23 | 23 |
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2008 Honda Element FAQ
- How much does the 2008 Honda Element cost?
- The 2008 Honda Element has a starting MSRP of $18,980, ranging up to $23,575 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LX from $18,980; EX from $20,990; SC from $22,775.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Honda Element?
- The 2008 Honda Element achieves up to 22 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
- How much cargo space does the 2008 Honda Element have?
- The 2008 Honda Element offers up to 77.1 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
- How much can the 2008 Honda Element tow?
- The 2008 Honda Element has a maximum towing capacity of up to 1,500 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
- How many trims does the 2008 Honda Element come in?
- The 2008 Honda Element is available in 3 trims (10 total configurations) across SUV body styles with front wheel drive, all wheel drive.