Trim Report

Honda Element EX2003

Includes:ELEMENT|EX
$800
Starting From
142
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 142 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $800
Max $29,900
From $800
Fresh

EX Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,900
$3K–$17K
34 listings147,059 avg miles
EX
From$800
142 listings|$800–$30K
EX-P
From$2,995
22 listings|$3K–$28K
LX
From$2,999
38 listings|$3K–$15K
SC
From$6,497
11 listings|$6K–$24K

2003 Honda Element EX Pricing

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Where to Find Honda Element EX

Location data for all 2003 Honda Element trims combined

38States

10% of the market sits in Oregon, though listings span 38 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Honda Element Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2003 Honda Element trims

Elevated

With 1 recalls and 449 complaints, the 2003 Honda Element rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
449
Complaints
33
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
10V3640002010-05-08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003 HONDA ACCORD, CIVIC TWO AND FOUR DOOR, AND MODEL YEAR 2003-2004 HONDA ELEMENT VEHICLES. THE INTERLOCK LEVER OF THE IGNITION SWITCH MAY UNEXPECTEDLY DEFORM, WHICH CAN ALLOW THE INTERLOCK FUNCTION OF A VEHICLE WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO BE DEFEATED.

REMOVAL OF THE IGNITION KEY WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR OF A VEHICLE WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HAS NOT BEEN SHIFTED TO THE PARK POSITION CAN ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2003 Honda Element's biggest weak point? VISIBILITY. It leads 449 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Visibility224
02Air Bags48
03Latches/locks/linkages23
04Electrical System20
05Suspension12
449 total across 1 model years (2003–2003)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Honda Element Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2003 Honda Element trims

20–21mpg combined
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18-20city
·
22-24hwy
·
$3,200-$3,400/yr

Fuel economy for the 2003 Honda Element ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Element 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Element 2WD - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Element 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
19 city23 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Element 4WD - Manual 5-spd
20mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
18 city22 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the EX Worth It?

Common questions about the 2003 Honda Element EX

How does the EX compare to other Honda Element trims?

Every Honda Element trim targets a different buyer. The 2003 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2003 Honda Element EX?

Maintenance costs for the EX align with the broader Honda Element ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2003 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is visibility. Check the 2003 Honda Element page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Honda Element EX?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Honda Element EX year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Honda Element overview compares all years side by side.

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