2009 Honda Element Information

****UPDATE; October 02, 2008****
Here is a link to the post on all the information that I have on the 09 Element;
http://thehondaportal.blogspot.com/2008/09/finally-first-2009-honda-element-pic.html

I have been reading in a few sites that there is some confusion as to whether or not there is going to be a 2009 Honda Element, because information has been scarce.

YES, there is going to be a 2009 Honda Element, here are the trim levels;

Element LX
Element SC
Element EX
Element EX AWD


Here is a snipet from Vtec.net on the matter;
"The Element receives a major update for 2009 with significant exterior styling changes while also adding new and improved interior features. Additional details will be released in the fall."


Car and Driver says;
"The platform and 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine remain unchanged."

2005 Honda WOW Concept, a possible direction for the Next Gen Honda Element?

The Honda WOW (WOW stands for Wonderful Open-hearted Wagon) was a concept car. First introduced at the 2005 Tokyo Auto show and was designed to fit the needs of both a person and their pet.

Now don't get me wrong, this vehicle is a 'Concept' vehicle in the truest sense of the word (there are things in this vehicle that would never fly into a production version - wood floor!), but I can't help but notice the similarities between the WOW and what I would think the current Honda Element could evolve into. From the fact that it is a 'tall wagon' (SUV) to the way its doors open.

Here's a link to more info. if you're interested;

http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/tokyo/0510_honda_wow/index.html