ompact Utility SUV Inspired by the Honda Element (Full Engine Lineup + Full‑Time 4WD)

Discussion in 'Ideas and Suggestions' started by gray23fun, Sep 17, 2026.

  1. gray23fun

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    I’d like to suggest a new official BeamNG vehicle inspired by the Honda Element — not a licensed copy, but a fictional compact utility SUV with similar proportions, features, and personality.

    The real Element has a lot of unique traits that would translate extremely well into BeamNG:

    • Boxy composite-style body panels

    • Rear clamshell/suicide-style half doors

    • Highly modular interior (flat cargo floor, removable seats)

    • Outdoor/camping‑friendly design

    • Practical, rugged vibe perfect for missions and career mode
    Engine Lineup (All Real‑World Options)
    A BeamNG version could include the full real‑world engine lineup:

    • 2.4L K24A4 inline‑4

    • 2.4L K24A1 inline‑4

    • 2.4L K24A8 inline‑4

    • 2.4L K24Z7 inline‑4 (later years)
    These engines are torquey, reliable, and great for tuning — perfect for BeamNG’s physics.

    Drivetrain Options (Including Full‑Time 4WD)
    The real Element used AWD, but a BeamNG version could expand this with:

    • FWD

    • AWD (realistic)

    • Full‑Time 4WD (BeamNG‑style upgrade option)

    • Optional low‑range transfer case
    This would make the vehicle much more capable for off‑roading, crawling, and missions.

    Why It Fits BeamNG
    • Great for utility missions, delivery jobs, and career progression

    • Fun for off‑roading and light trail driving

    • Unique crash behavior thanks to the boxy shape and plastic cladding

    • Tons of customization potential (camping builds, overlanding, tuner variants)

    • Fills a niche BeamNG doesn’t currently have — a small, rugged lifestyle SUV
    Modding Support
    If this vehicle gets added, it would be awesome if BeamNG allowed or encouraged community mods for it, such as:

    • camper conversions

    • off‑road packages

    • custom bumpers and racks

    • interior reconfigurations

    • tuning parts

    • alternate body styles

    • full‑time 4WD conversions

    • lifted suspension kits
    Research Request
    If needed, please feel free to research the real Honda Element to understand all its features, interior layout, drivetrain behavior, and engine characteristics. It’s a unique vehicle with a lot of interesting design choices that could inspire a great BeamNG‑style fictional version.

    Thanks for considering the idea!
     
  2. Louie's Workshop

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    Did you just seriously generate this using AI? Is there a single original thought there at all?
     
  3. gray23fun

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    yea im sorry i dont have time to type all that out :(
     
  4. CaptainZoll

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    The developers can easily look at a car's wikipedia page to figure details like engine options themselves, and anyone can get YapGTP to write a generic list of reasons why any old car "should" be added.

    The whole point of having suggestions is to hear people's personal opinions, why do you think this car should be added? what do you like about this car?
     
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  5. gray23fun

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    well its boxy and it has water proof seats. water proof floor cuz its rubber and it has tailgate with hatch and k24 in it and a suicide doors and easy to work on engine also why you so mean to that car :(
     
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