Honda Element by phototram - CC-BY-SA-4.0 Anyone looking at buying a used Honda Element has undoubtedly gotten used to the constant searching online for hints of which is the most reliable year for the Honda Element. While it’s always been seen as an incredibly popular SUV, this staple from the Honda lineup is commonly found boasting about its durability and versatility, but that doesn’t help anyone looking to find out which model year is the most reliable.

Honda Element by Redjar — CC BY-SA 4.0 The Honda Element wasn’t in production for very long, only surviving 9 model years from 2003 to 2011. But in that time, it became a reliable daily driver to many in need of a practical, dependable vehicle. And it has continued to shine in that role as a used car since its production run ended, being the first car for many teens and a great, low-priced option for anyone else.