Fuel economy & running costsGasoline

2006 HondaElement 4WD

Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · 2.4 L 4-cyl

20MPGcombined

18city

22highway

A year of fuel$3,350

CO₂ from the tailpipe444.4 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 1,242 honda cars

Combined MPG 20 MPGbest 68 · avg 28

Annual fuel cost $3,350best $650 · avg $2,604

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2006 Honda Element 4WD is a gasoline SUV in the EPA Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD class, with 4-wheel or all-wheel drive. Its 2.4 L 4-cylinder engine is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. EPA fuel economy is 18 MPG in the city, 22 MPG on the highway and 20 MPG combined. The listed annual fuel cost is $3,350, and tailpipe emissions are 444.35 g of CO2 per mile. These figures help buyers compare the Element's stated fuel economy and running cost with other gasoline SUVs. Its highway rating is higher than its city rating, and its combined rating is 20 MPG. The vehicle belongs to Honda's Element family, with Element listed as the base model. The manual transmission is a notable specification for shoppers who prefer to include transmission type in their vehicle comparisons.

Who it is for

It may suit buyers seeking a gasoline SUV with 4-wheel or all-wheel drive and a manual transmission. Its 20 MPG combined rating and $3,350 annual fuel cost are useful figures for running-cost comparisons.

What is good

22 MPG highway rating
20 MPG combined rating
5-speed manual transmission

What to know first

18 MPG city rating
$3,350 annual fuel cost

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2006 Honda Element 4WD: the full review

The 2006 Honda Element 4WD pairs a 2.4 L four-cylinder engine with a 5-speed manual and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive. Its fuel economy and listed annual fuel cost provide concrete points for buyers comparing SUVs.

Overview

The 2006 Honda Element 4WD is a gasoline-powered SUV with four-wheel or all-wheel drive and a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. Its listed transmission is a five-speed manual. EPA fuel economy is 18 MPG in the city, 22 MPG on the highway and 20 MPG combined.

The EPA lists annual fuel cost at $3,350 and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions at 444.35 grams per mile. These figures offer a baseline for comparing fuel use and emissions, though actual costs depend on driving and fuel prices.

Key features

Powertrain: 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine.
Transmission: Five-speed manual.
Drive: Four-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA class: Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD.

Pricing

No purchase price is listed for the 2006 Honda Element 4WD. The available ownership-cost figure is the EPA's estimated annual fuel cost of $3,350; it is not a vehicle price or a full estimate of running costs.

Platforms

This model runs on gasoline. The EPA fuel economy ratings are 18 MPG city, 22 MPG highway and 20 MPG combined. Its reported tailpipe emissions are 444.35 grams of CO2 per mile.

Who it's for

The Element 4WD may suit buyers looking for a gasoline SUV with four-wheel or all-wheel drive and a manual transmission. Its EPA ratings and annual fuel-cost estimate can help buyers compare expected fuel use, while the figures do not cover maintenance, insurance or other ownership expenses.

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Pros and cons

Pros: Four-wheel or all-wheel drive, a manual five-speed transmission and published EPA city, highway and combined fuel-economy figures.
Cons: The EPA estimates 20 MPG combined and $3,350 in annual fuel cost; the listed facts provide no purchase price or other running-cost details.

Alternatives

For newer Honda SUV options, compare the 2027 Honda CR-V AWD, another 2027 Honda CR-V AWD, 2027 Honda CR-V AWD TrailSport, and 2027 Honda CR-V FWD or another 2027 Honda CR-V FWD. Other listed choices include the 2027 Honda HR-V AWD, 2027 Honda HR-V FWD and 2027 Honda Odyssey. Their specifications are not provided here, so compare their individual listings for details.

Verdict

The 2006 Honda Element 4WD combines a 2.4-liter gasoline engine, five-speed manual transmission and four-wheel or all-wheel drive. Its EPA rating is 20 MPG combined, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,350 and tailpipe emissions of 444.35 grams per mile. Those figures give buyers a clear starting point for assessing fuel use, but the available information does not establish purchase price or total ownership cost.