Reviews of the 2006 and 2007 Honda SUV's - Element - Pilot - CR V:

The 2006 Honda Element is a nice size SUV that comes in 6 models that vary between 2WD and 4WD. Only about $4000 separates the price on all 6 models so there is very little difference between them making it even more confusing, buy start with the mid-range 2WD EX for $19625 first and either go down or up, depending on what you need. The 2006 Element 2WD EX comes with a 270 watt stereo system, a 2.4 liter 16-valve engine that generates 150+ horsepower and has manual or automatic transmissions available. With only a test drive under my belt, I can say the Honda Element performed just fine with smooth handling, a comfortable ride and plenty of cargo space, even though I was comparing it to my current Chevy Tahoe. While I wouldn't take the Element on a long road trip (especially if you are pulling something), but it seems perfect for short treks around town or into the countryside. The 4WD Ex-P is the top end model and goes for $22325 and is recommend if you live where road conditions can get treacherous.

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If you want more style and luxury than the Element, then the Honda Pilot is probably what you need. The 2006 Honda Pilot is priced about $28000-$30000 with 4 models to choose from. We prefer the 4WD models and recommend them since you never know when you need 4WD on ski outings or rugged mountain terrain. They are a little costlier, but well worth it when the time arrives to use it. Of course, if you know you will only be driving the car throughout the city, then avoid the pitfalls associated with 4WD cars and stay with the 2WD. The 2007 Honda Pilot 2WD LX has an MSRP of $28195 and is really a great car. It can tow up to 4500 lbs (when properly equipped) and is easy to maneuver through tight spots on mountain roads. You get front and rear air conditioning with an air filtration system. The 2WD models are really nice to, but we prefer an SUV to have 4WD. An almost forgotten SUV with all these other models available is the Honda CR-V which seems to have been around forever. The CR-V is priced between $20395-$25450 and prides itself on being versatile and adaptable. Seats up to 5 adults and offers cargo space for all your outdoor gear and supplies. We found the Honda CR-V 4WD Special Edition (with leather) was priced fairly at $25450 and held its resale value really in the used market. You can research these vehicles online at Honda.com or get a more unbiased version at Edmunds.com.

2007 Honda Minivan - Odyssey:

Honda is innovative, safety conscious, and driven to keep the costs of their vehicles down for the consumer while still producing quality cars and the 2006 Honda Odyssey represents all that Honda stands for. Having owned several Hondas over the years (Accords, Civics, trucks) I was so sure about their minivan line and wanted to research them more before plunking down $25,000-$35,000 for one. I did my research via Consumer Reports, read up on safety issues and features (my family will be riding in the car so that is the #1 most important feature to look at), and lastly tried to determine which options I would need and how they would hold up in value if I had to resell the minivan. The 2006 Honda Odyssey comes in the LX, EX, Ex-L and Touring models. This can all get confusing unless you just pick the options you want and see which model carries it for the best value. The LX is $25345 but too basic, while the EX is a step up at $28395, but the ultimate winner was the 2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L for $30795. It comes with a power moonroof, leather-trimmed interior, heated front seats, optional Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System with voice recognition and rearview camera, and the DVD Rear Entertainment System. The engine on the EX-L is a solid 3.5 liter 24-valve SOHC V6 that puts out 244 horses with a 5-speed automatic transmission. Mileage is estimated at 20/28 which is not bad considering minivans tend to be driven around town a lot more often than on freeways. As I had mentioned above, safety is one of the top 2 criteria people look at when choosing a minivan and all the 2006 Honda Odysseys comes standard with dual-stage, dual threshold front airbags, front side airbags, side curtain airbags, ABS, traction control, and tether anchors for car seats. You just feel safe sitting behind the wheel in these minivans. All in all I had a great experience purchasing from my local Honda dealer.

Used Hondas:

Hondas are great used cars since there are so many, as a buyer you get to pick from dozens while buyers are forced to negotiate in your favor with so much competition these days. We found the best sources for buying used Honda SUV's online was Carmax.com, Autosite.com and Autoweb.com. They all offer a huge selection in almost every city in America. As with any used vehicle, be sure to run a check on the history of the vehicle using Carfax.com and allow your local mechanic or Honda dealership to do a quick inspection to make sure there are no blatant issues or pending repairs. Nothing like buying a used car and immediately sinking another $1000 into it. Hondas are pretty reputable cars with high custome satisfaction for reliability, but you never know.

Honda Parts - Dealers:

Need parts for your Honda SUV, go to Hondasuv.com get access to 1000's of parts and accessories for every make and model offered by Honda. HondaAutomotiveParts.com is another quality online store for finding parts on virtually any Honda every made. When it comes to locating a Honda dealer in your neck of the woods, use the Honda website and type in your ZIP code to find a list of the nearest dealers. There are more Honda dealerships in Los Angeles than anywhere else, but you can also find them in Atlanta, New York, Chicago, Houston, Orange County, Dallas and Washington DC.

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