2006 Honda Element LX 2WD
The 2006 Honda Element LX 2WD is a 156-hp with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $17,750 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 156 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 160 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Element measures 169.3 inches long on a 101.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,371 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $17,750 ($28,615 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $18,345 ($29,574 *) |
| Destination Charge | $595 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | In-Line 4-Cylinder |
| Horsepower | 156 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 160 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC |
| Bore and Stroke | 87.0 x 99.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-Point Fuel Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.533 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.042 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.355 |
| 4th Gear | 1.028 |
| 5th Gear | 0.825 |
| Reverse | 3.583 |
| Final Drive | 4.765 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Control-Link MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Compact Double Wishbone |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 30.0 mm |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 21.0 mm |
| Turning Diameter | 34.9 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Power-Assisted Ventilated Disc, 11.1 x 0.9 in. |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid Disc, 11.1 x 0.4 in. |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6.5 in. Steel |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6.5 in. Steel |
| Tires Front | P215/70R16 |
| Tires Rear | P215/70R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 169.3 in |
| Width | 71.5 in |
| Height | 70.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in |
| Front Track | 62.1 in |
| Rear Track | 62.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.9 in |
| Approach Angle | 23.9° |
| Departure Angle | 21.3° |
| Cargo Volume | 25.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,371 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 58% / 42% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 43.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 39.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 52.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 47.6 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars