More safety features, a new sporty model, and a touch more power mark 2007 for Honda's boxlike SUV. Element is based on Honda's 2002-2006 CR-V compact SUV, but has unique styling and rear-hinged rear side doors that don't open or close independently of the front doors. This four-passenger wagon comes with front-wheel drive or with all-wheel drive that lacks low-range gearing. The only engine is a 166-hp 4-cyl, up 10 hp for '07. Available are a 5-speed manual transmission, and for '07, a 5-speed automatic that replaces a 4-speed. Element comes in LX, EX, and new-for '07 SC trim. The SC is not available with AWD. ABS is standard. Front side airbags are standard on all models; they previously were unavailable on the LX. Curtain side airbags are also standard; they previously were unavailable on any Element. The rear seat divides into two 30-lb sections that swing up or remove. AWD models include a tilt/removable glass "skylight" over the cargo bay. SCs have a lowered sport suspension, 18-inch wheels, specific front styling, and unique trim. Exterior body panels are plastic; on LX they are finished in contrasting-colors, on EX and SC they are body colored. LX and EX models also get revised front styling for '07.