You can intelligently purchase a 2010 Honda Element for prices between $20,525 and $24,320. It is a crossover SUV that has been engineered and designed to attract active, fun-loving people. It seats 4 adults and provides plenty of room for backpacking equipment, climbing gear, golf bags, skis, surfboards and more. Of course, it does real well with groceries and pets as well. And while providing plenty of spaciousness inside of its technologically advanced cabin, its exterior appearance looks compact and ready for action. It drives smooth, predictable and comfortable, like a modern sedan.

Your new Honda Element in 2010 can be constructed with either a FWD or AWD drivetrain. There are 3 trim levels that you can choose from: LX, EX and SC. A singular engine choices available, it is a 2.4L 166-horse (5800 RPM) 161 lb-ft (4000 RPM) inline 4-banger (I4) that delivers a very respectable 20/25 mpg in the cities and on the highways. The 5-speed manual transmission available in 2009 has been discontinued; the new standard 5-speed automatic gearbox helps to tow up to 1500 pounds behind it. Additionally, the new Element is able to carry up to 675 pounds of payload.

LX trims of the 2010 Element from Honda feature standard 16-inch wheels of steel, teeth-chattering air conditioning, a dash-mounted CD player and more. Step up a trim to the EX and enjoy alloy wheels, mp3 accomodation, satellite radio and standard auxiliary input jacks. There's also a removable cooler built into the central console. The SC trim is the sports model. It is offered only as a front wheel drive vehicle and features 18-inch alloy wheels, a monochromatic exterior and a special grill. All Elements look tough and capable of handling offroad terrain with ease.

As you know, Honda cares about your family's safety. The new Honda Element for 2010 has a long list of passive and active safety features, both standard and optional. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has awarded the Element 5 stars out of 5 for safety.

Just some of the standard features for safety include:

• Electronic brake assist;
• Vehicle Stability Assist;
• 2-stage power locks;
• Remote keyless entry;
• Occupancy sensor;
• Theft deterrent radio;
• Stolen vehicle engine disabling;
• Electronic traction control;
• 4-wheel antilock braking;
• Frontal, side impact and side curtain airbags in both the rear and the front;
• Active frontal head restraints;
• Tire pressure monitoring system;
• You can also choose a gps navigation system that is voice-activated as well as a rearview camera and/or USB ports optionally;

Exterior measurements of the Honda Element are reported at 169.9 x 71.6 x 70.4 inches in length, width and height respectively. It travels on a wheelbase of 101.4 inches and tips the scales with curb weights ranging from 3523 pounds up to 3624. Cabin spaciousness measurements are 43 inches of headroom (38 rear), 57 inches of shoulder room (52 rear), 55 inches of hip room (48 rear) and 41.0 inches of legroom (39 rear). Fold down the rear seating to increase luggage capacity from 25.1 cubic feet up to 74.6 cubic feet. There's plenty of room to haul what you need to. Comfortable seating for 4 is included, but 5 will fit in a pinch.

The 2010 Honda Element is definitely worth your further consideration. It quickly instills confidence in both drivers and passengers both very easily. And with a little practice, that confidence easily turns into loads of fun! Prove it to yourself by test driving one today.