Here's something that a few people have asked me about. "Fall 2009" sale date.
Showing posts with label 09 Honda Element. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 09 Honda Element. Show all posts
2009 Honda Element Recap
What's New for 2009• Freshened Exterior Styling
• Revised grille, lighting, front and rear fascias
• Variable intermittent windshield wipers
• Front and rear splash guards
• Steering wheel-mounted cruise control
• Exterior temperature indicator (EX, SC)
• Overhead storage compartment (EX, SC)
• XM Satellite Radio with a no-charge trial of 3 months (EX, SC)
• Removable centre storage cooler (EX)
• Centre console with armrest (SC)
LX Trim Level Key Standard Features
EX Trim Level Key Standard Features (Adds To LX )
SC Trim Level Key Standard Features (Adds To EX )
The Element's exterior styling has been freshened to provide a more substantial and bolder look. Changes to the front fascia and side profile involve a revised hood line that follows a continuously horizontal plane extending from the A-pillar to the front of the vehicle. This design replaces the downward slope that began mid-fender on the previous models and results in a more vertical front appearance. The grille design provides a consistent appearance similar to other Honda truck models.
The Element SC provides an exclusive appearance with street custom-inspired styling with a lowered stance and exclusive premium features. The Element SC's exterior styling exhibits a performance-oriented attitude with a monochromatic color scheme and exclusive features that include custom front and rear painted bumpers, large alloy wheels, custom grille, and a lowered stance. The lowered stance is achieved by lowering the ride height and by using uniquely shaped painted side sills and slimmer roof moldings.
Source;
Honda Canada
Official Press Release of 2009 Honda Element Information
Restyled 2009 Honda Element Offers New High-tech, Functional FeaturesAvailable features now include a navigation system, a removable storage cooler and an improved overhead storage console on select models
10/29/2008 - TORRANCE, Calif. -
The restyled 2009 Honda Element entry-level SUV builds on its spacious and versatile character by adding a more chiseled exterior appearance and a refreshed interior design with an expanded selection of available high-tech and functional features. Manufacturer Suggested Retail Pricing (MSRP1) starts at $20,175 for the 2009 Element 2WD LX, plus a destination and handling charge of $670.
For 2009, Honda has enhanced each of the three unique Element styles that range from the rugged and simple Element LX, to the more refined Element EX, to the sporty Element SC. Available new features on the Element EX and SC include the Honda Satellite-linked Navigation System2 with Voice Activation and a rearview camera (automatic transmission-equipped vehicles only); USB digital media connectivity; and improved overhead console storage areas with modular compartments.
Significant exterior styling changes include a new front grille and bumper design, restyled front fenders (now metal, previously composite material), a new hood design, squared wheel arches, and new headlight and taillight configurations.
"The Element's key strength is a spacious, versatile and rugged interior that adapts quickly and conveniently to people and cargo," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "For 2009, the enhancements strengthen the totally unique original concept with more refinement and functionality."
New interior changes include new, brighter color schemes with titanium-look side linings, new fabric patterns, and revised switchgear designs and meter graphics. A restyled low-profile center console is standard on the Element LX.
The Element EX adds a new convertible center console with a removable cooler/storage box while the Element SC retains its exclusive center console. For additional storage, the Element EX and SC are equipped with a modular three-compartment overhead console based on the Railport™ Vehicle Personalization System, expanding the vehicle's hidden storage versatility compared to the previous version. The new overhead console includes two large storage bins that can accommodate CD cases and similar items and a rear storage area for sunglasses.
The 2.4-liter i-VTEC® 4-cylinder engine is available with either a standard 5-speed manual transmission or an available 5-speed automatic transmission. Real Time 4WD™, available on the Element LX and EX, enhances all-weather traction. The Element LX and EX continue to be available in two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive configurations, while the sport-tuned Element SC continues to be available exclusively in two-wheel-drive. EPA city/highway fuel economy ratings3 range from 20/25 for two-wheel-drive models with an automatic transmission to 18/23 for manual transmission models with either two-wheel-drive or Real Time 4WD.
Versatile and Accommodating Interior with Available High-tech Features
The interior provides seating for four people along with a cargo area that quickly adapts to large items with its flip-up rear seats that fold flat, fold up and to the side, or can be removed altogether (64-plus seating arrangements). The Element LX and EX have a water resistant urethane-coated utility floor that quickly wipes down and seat fabric that resists moisture; the Element SC has a carpeted passenger area. Air conditioning with micron air filtration is standard on all models.
The Element LX has a 4-speaker AM/FM audio system with a CD player. The Element EX and SC feature a 270-watt high-output audio system, an AM/FM tuner, CD player with MP3/WMA™4 capability, auxiliary audio input for MP3 players or other audio devices, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, seven speakers including a dynamic linear phase 6.5-inch subwoofer (located in the bottom center of the instrument panel). XM® Satellite Radio5 is standard on the Element EX and SC.
The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System becomes an available feature for 2009 on the Element EX and SC (automatic transmission models only), and includes a rear backup camera and a USB audio interface6. The navigation system features a 6.5-inch motorized display that opens and closes for access to an internal single-disc CD player and a digital audio card reader that can play MP3 and WMA® files from CompactFlash® cards. The navigation system contains more than 7 million points of interest and can control the audio system. The voice recognition is capable of recognizing and entering numbers, street names and cities.
Numerous storage bins and beverage holders provide places for cell phones, CDs and super-size drinks. Available storage areas include: a large three-bin tray above the glove box (ideal for mobile phones and portable music players); a modular 3-compartment overhead storage bin (EX, SC); seat back storage (EX, SC); six hooks for strapping down bikes or other bulky gear; and door storage pockets on all four doors.
Exclusive Element SC interior appointments include passenger-area carpeting, a center console with storage, piano black trim pieces and unique fabrics and patterns. The center console provides an enclosed storage area in the vehicle and integrates the auxiliary audio input jack and two beverage holders. Meter styling color on all Element SC models is copper-hue, replacing the blue backlit illumination on the other models.
For the rest of the news release follow the link and continue reading from the Refined Chassis Design segment....
More Information on the 2009 Honda Element for Canada
On top of my previous post;http://thehondaportal.blogspot.com/2008/09/finally-first-2009-honda-element-pic.html
Here are the Changes (aside from cosmetic) that the 2009's have over the 2008's.
LX 2WD
Adds body colour cladding
Adds Front and Rear splash guards
Adds Variable intermittent wiper
Adds Cruise Main switch to the steering wheel
EX 2WD
Same as 2008's
SC 2WD
Adds XM Radio
Adds Front and Rear splash guards
Adds Exterior Temperature Display
Adds Roof Storage Console
Adds Cruise Main switch to the steering wheel
EX 4WD
NO MORE Rear skylight
Adds XM Radio
Adds Removable Cooler Centre Storage
Adds Variable Intermittent Wiper
Adds Exterior Temperature Display
Adds Cruise Main Switch to the steering wheel
Source;
Honda Canada
More Pic's of the 2009 Honda Element
Well, courtesy of www.handa-accessories.com comes some accessory pic's of the new 2009 Honda Element, now giving us some 'insight' into the new SC Trim level as well. Looks like Honda is now going towards a new corporate grill (a la Ridgeline and Pilot). The interior pretty much is the same as the previous 2008 model. I speculate that these models to land in the showrooms for late October or early November.
Full Page Brochure Pic of 2009 Honda Element
Just got my hands on the full picture where the previous post came from.
More 2009 Honda Element Information w/pic's
I have to give credit where credit is due, http://www.elementownersclub.com/ member 'Atomic E' scanned a picture from a 2009 product brochure. So there we have it, the revised front grill and quite possibly a revised rear end. Honda says that they are changing up the interior as well, although I wouldn't expect a dramatic difference.Here's what I know about the 2009 Honda Element's for Canada so far;
2009 Honda Element LX Automatic Transmission
-there is NO model code representing a Manual Transmission, this does not mean that there won't be one, it could be that Honda Canada has not updated their model codes for ordering, but it does make me suspect as to whether or not there will be a Manual Transmission.
-NO model code to distinguish a 2WD and a 4WD as of yet, although I expect the LX to be 2WD only.
Colour Codes(so far);
B-536P Deep Blue
NH-700M Silver
NH-731P Black
YR-579M Orange
2009 Honda Element SC Automatic Transmission
-again, NO model code representing a Manual Transmission.
-again, I expect the same as last year, only a 2WD model.
Colour Codes (so far);
B-536P Deep Blue
NH-700M Silver
NH-731P Black
R-536P Deep Red
2009 Honda Element EX Automatic Transmission
-again, NO model code representing a Manual Transmission.
-I expect the EX to be the 4WD, although there are no specifics.
Colour Codes are the same as the LX
Source;
Honda Canada
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