Engine: 2.4-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4 with iVTEC

Engine Options: 166-hp 2.4-liter dual overhead cam 16-valve inline-4 with variable valve timing

Transmission: 5-speed manual

Transmission Options: 5-speed manual; 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: dual-stage front airbags, front passenger side-impact airbags, full cabin curtain-style head protection airbags, Vehicle Stability Assist, anti-lock brakes, tire pressure monitoring system

Optional Safety Equipment: none

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: East Liberty, Ohio

Model Tested: Honda Element SC ($22,695)

Standard Equipment: air conditioning with micron filter; cloth seating surfaces and carpet; power windows and mirrors; remote central locking; intermittent wipers; cruise control; 270-watt, seven-speaker AM/FM/CD stereo with redundant steering wheel controls; XM Satellite Radio hardware; removable 50/50 split fold-down rear seats; halogen projector-beam headlights; painted bumpers and trim; 18-inch alloy wheels

Options as Tested: none

Destination Charge: 595

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: front-wheel drive

Horsepower: 166 @ 5500

Torque: 161 @ 4000

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 21/25

Wheelbase: 101.4 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 170.8/71.5/69.5 inches

Track Front/Rear: 62.1/62.3 inches

Turning Cycle: 36.9 feet

Seating Capacity: 4 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 43.3/55.0/41.0 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 38.0/47.6/39.1 inches

Trunk Volume: 74.6 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson struts, control links, anti-roll bar

Ground Clearance: 6.2 inches

Curb Weight: 3596 pounds

Towing Capacity: 1500 pounds

Tires: P225/55R16

Brakes: vented disc/disc with ABS

Fuel Capacity: 15.9 Gallons