April 14, 2006

2006 New York Auto Show:
Honda introduces urban-oriented Element SC

Toronto, Ontario - Honda will introduce a new "urban-oriented" counterpart to the Honda Element this Fall with a sport suspension, larger wheels and tires, unique styling and special features such as a carpeted interior and a centre console. A prototype was unveiled today at the New York Auto Show.

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The Element SC prototype rides about 76 millimeters (3") lower than stock with a sport suspension that delivers sports car-like handling. A front-to-rear aerodynamic body kit further lowers the vehicle's stance, supplementing the new vehicle's performance direction.

The Element SC offers fully painted exterior panels and trim pieces, projector-beam headlights and an aero-enhanced black grille. The interior further complements the city performance demeanor with a driver-oriented centre console, copper hue instrument panel lighting backlit with LEDs, piano black trim and a carpeted floor.

"The Element SC prototype is designed to portray a city-dwelling, style-conscious brother of the original Element," said Jim Miller, executive vice president, Honda Canada Inc. "Instead of emphasizing features that accommodate outdoor sports and similar activities, the Element SC injects a new dimension of urban sophistication that can best be characterized as a 'night performer'."

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