Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 18 | 22 | 20 | 13.07 | 10.69 | 11.76 |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Manual 5-spd | All-Wheel Drive |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Rollover | Rated vehicle | tpms |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 3 | 2011 Honda Element SUV AWD | standard |
Model year reports
2011
NewestThe 2011 Honda Element presents an average reliability profile, with a significant number of safety recalls, particularly concerning Takata airbag inflators, overshadowing its zero consumer complaints.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Honda Element?
Carfocal currently has 1 published Element report, covering 2011 through 2011. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2011 Honda Element presents an average reliability profile, with a significant number of safety recalls, particularly concerning Takata airbag inflators, overshadowing its zero consumer complaints.
Published year coverage: 2011.
Is the Honda Element reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Honda Element. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2011 honda element presents an average reliability profile, with a significant number of safety recalls, particularly concerning takata airbag inflators, overshadowing its zero consumer complaints. and the 2011 honda element can represent reasonable value if purchased at a fair market price, provided its significant recall history, especially concerning takata airbags, has been fully addressed by the manufacturer. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
1 published year-specific report are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Honda Element?
Across Carfocal's published Element guides, recurring problem areas include Airbag System (Takata), Accelerator Pedal, and Brakes. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Airbag System (Takata), Accelerator Pedal, and Brakes.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 1
- Years tracked
- 1
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints