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2009 Honda Element MPG & fuel economy

The 2009 Honda Element is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (20 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2008 model. Among 109 SUVs rated for 2009, it ranks 23rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,114 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 20 MPG city · 25 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,114 15,000 mi/yr · $14.09 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2009 #23 of 109 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2009 Honda Element's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2510.69.4
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2009 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 23Honda Element22 MPG $2,114
  7. 109Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2009 ElementOther SUVsClass median: $2,583/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Element MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Element 2WD		 Gas 20 MPG 25 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
4WD/AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Element 4WD		 Gas 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Element 2WD		 Gas 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
4WD/AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Element 4WD		 Gas 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

2009 Honda Element vs. rivals

vs Subaru Legacy/Outback 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Sportage 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Subaru Forester 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Highlander 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Vue 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Tucson 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2009 Honda Element?

Up to 22 MPG combined (20 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2009 Honda Element use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2009 Honda Element?

The 2009 Honda Element's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2009 Honda Element per year?

About $2,114 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.09 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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