According to Honda, the 2009 Element that has undergone a restyling is now on sale with a beginning price of $20,175, not including a destination charge of $670 or new car warranties.  Standard on the base model is a five-speed automatic, unlike the model last year, which included a manual for $18,980.  In addition, there is a price bump of less than $500 from a 2008 LX including an auto warranty.

Most casual observers wouldn’t recognize any big design changes for the 2009 Element, however there are changes, such as the updated front grille and bumper, and also different headlights.

The Element is available in three different trim levels.  The basic model is the 2WD LX.  By upgrading to the EX and SC models, motorists will benefit with the optional navigation system, which wasn’t provided on the previous Element.  This navigation system includes such features as a rearview camera, voice activation and a USB port for media players.