2008 Honda Element Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 5 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: First generation (YH1/YH2) - Facelift.
- Length169.3 in – 170.8 in
- Width71.5 in
- Height69.5 in – 70.4 in
- Wheelbase101.4 in
- Ground clearance6.2 in – 6.9 in
- Curb weight3,433 lb – 3,580 lb
- Length169.3 in – 170.8 in
- Height69.5 in – 70.4 in
- Wheelbase101.4 in
- Ground clearance6.2 in – 6.9 in
- Curb weight3,433 lb – 3,580 lb
- Width71.5 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2008 Honda Element
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 169.3 in – 170.8 in · 71.5 in · 69.5 in – 70.4 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x114.3, bore 64.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P215/70SR16.0 BSW AS, P225/55HR18.0 BSW AS, 215/70R16, 215/75R15…. Tire sizes
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- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 169.3 in – 170.8 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 71.5 in |
| Height | 69.5 in – 70.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in |
| Ground clearance | 6.2 in – 6.9 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 43.3 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 38.0 in – 39.4 in |
| Front legroom | 41.0 in |
| Rear legroom | 39.1 in |
| Front shoulder room | 57.1 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 52.2 in |
| Front hip room | 55.0 in |
| Rear hip room | 47.6 in |
| Passenger volume | 104.0 cu ft – 105.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 25.1 cu ft – 26.0 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 3,433 lb – 3,580 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 4,450 lb |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 1,500 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 161 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P215/70SR16.0 BSW AS
- P225/55HR18.0 BSW AS
- 215/70R16
- 215/75R15
- 225/55R18
- 245/40R20
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver20"
- Passenger20"
- Rear12"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 51R-2
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-204.2 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (5 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX 4x4 | 170.3 | 71.5 | 70.4 | 101.4 | 6.9 | 3580 |
| EX Front-wheel Drive | 170.3 | 71.5 | 70.4 | 101.4 | 6.9 | 3456 |
| LX 4x4 | 169.3 | 71.5 | 70.4 | 101.4 | 6.9 | 3567 |
| LX Front-wheel Drive | 169.3 | 71.5 | 70.4 | 101.4 | 6.9 | 3433 |
| SC Front-wheel Drive | 170.8 | 71.5 | 69.5 | 101.4 | 6.2 | 3529 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (First generation (YH1/YH2) - Facelift): years 2007–2008. View model overview