It’s not a farm truck. It’s not a contractor truck. It’s a great truck for dads who commute to work every day and need a truck bed once in a while. It’s actually great for that market segment.
I think I get what you are saying, but if so I’d say it’s more like - people who get this need certain aspects of a truck (a bed for hauling something occasionally, maybe need to haul something that is less than 5,000 lbs now and then), and other than that don’t need a pickup. I would certainly say this is not a “real truck”, but for what it is (given the roomy backseat for a midsize, Honda reliability, ride is almost like a luxury sedan), nothing else really compares. I will never understand the styling tho.
I'm a man and I love the truck. I just bought the HPD Trailsport. It rides smooth, gets great gas mileage. As far as expensive, have you priced other trucks? There is not a truck out there that isn't expensive. Some trucks are a 100,000 dollars. Truck market is crazy right now.
I agree. I have a '24 RTL. I don't know why anyone would consider the lowest trim when it is completely bare. The top 3 trims go way beyond the lowest one.
Honda is way better in the quality and expected cost of ownership that those new Tacos made in Mexico. Honda's downfall is solely due to pricing vs what it offers.
I was interested in a Prerunner but have yet to see one. I'm seriously considering a Ridgeline now since I tired of Toyota's games, but will likely wait for the 2025 model.
Nobody has money period. And those who might buy one are conflicted about what to buy: hybrid, electric, gas or just wait. Nobody knows what is reliable or trustworthy these days.
Naturally aspirated is the most reliable. Turbos and hybrids have the potential to break down or have technical issues. Turbos produce extra power, but they also put extra stress on your engine. If the Turbo itself has a mechanical issue, your engine loses significant power. Hybrids are subject to potential electrical issues. Naturally aspirated engines are subject to potential mechanical failure, but they don't have additional components that can fail, like turbos or electric engines.
Just traded in my 2017 for a 2024. Got a great deal on the trade. Pretty big discount on the new one and it is the fully loaded black edition. It’s perfect truck for someone who doesn’t want to drive a truck. Comfortable ride, decent fuel economy, and lots of upgrades vs 2017. You have some valid points but also think you are a little off base with your take on it. Did you drive one? If you didn’t, suggest you do and have a follow up video. See if it changes your opinion.
Went to Honda dealership the other day, got them to knock off $1800 off sticker, no adds but window tint but think I can beat them up more! How much did they discount sticker?
@@d.r.penkert1429 I just bought a 2024 TrailSport MSRP $46830(no add ons) paid $42500. Go for at least $4000 off MSRP. If they balk just walk. They'll call you back.
@@d.r.penkert1429I got a 2025 pilot trailsport for $47,500 plus tax. It also had “5k of useless dealer added accessories” for free. Hope that helps. I wanted a specific color so had to drive 5 hours for the best deal
I bought a Ridgeline in 21 and I LOVE IT. I downsized my landscaping business and didn't need a second full size truck and wanted something convenient for personal use as well. It tow well, is excellent in snow. The cabin room is much more comfortable than my F 150 was. While you rag on the Japanese platform, they built a great vehicle and don't OVER produce which is why you don't see the discounts as much.
Just traded in our 2018 CRV and bought a new 2024 Ridgeline Black Edition, Red. I didn't need to see an ad on the TV, but I see them around town. AAA got me a $3,500 discount off the MSPR for the top-of-the-line model. I don't need a full size truck. I believe it will meet my needs for a very long time.
its a cool cruiser truck you can tow stuff with. Should be better off with a camper shell since the bed is compromised with that shelf underneath cutting the depth
2019 RTLE owner. For me the most impressive thing about it is that in almost 6 years of ownership I’ve had zero problems with it. It has only ever been to a shop for maintenance or recall fixes. Now with the factory powertrain warranty up I’m a little nervous about the longevity of the 6-speed. I hear it can be a nightmare if it goes bad. I probably shouldn’t read any more about it but it’s in my head now. I may consider something new. That new Frontier looks nice but no option in this segment is cheap.
benefits of a Ridgeline over full size: in-bed trunk and cooler, swing out tailgate, can fit in a normal garage, easier to park and maneuver, slightly better mpg, has a drain bolt to change the transmission fluid yourself instead of paying a dealer $500, 4 wheel independent suspension gives a much smoother ride. benefits of a full size: Much more roomy cabin and some can seat 6, can tow about double, better ground clearance for easier maintenance underneath and for trails, larger gas tank, slightly larger bed (short bed crew cab comparison), more aggressive looking and just more appealing overall. You can get a fully loaded Ridgeline used with under 10k miles for 36-39k. For a comparable full size, it's around 10k more. Both vehicles have their purpose and I don't think one is better than the other when it comes to value. I know so many people that own a full size truck, averaging 16 mpg so they can haul 500 pounds of firewood a couple times a year. At the same time, I know people who've bought a midsize only to have to go buy a full size months later because they bought a camper that their midsize just couldn't tow that great. Buy what fits your needs and wants. I personally enjoy both aspects of midsize and full size and I'm glad we have options.
The roomy cab was really what sold me on it over a Tacoma. The seating position and head height in the Tacoma really makes you feel like your in a sports car. The ridgeline is much more comfortable for everyday use.
I. Bought a like new 2022 RTL low miles. The Arizona honda dealer can enter last 8 digits of vin #and I could see every WO or service Even flat tire repair that was done to vehicle. I plan to take care of the truck and just sit back and put 200,000 +smooth miles on it. The video failed to mention the 5 star crash safety test for the honda.Not so much on the old 2 rail frame trucks that are used and designed to get the HIGHER load pounds that 50% of buyers never tow, haul or off road with their trucks
@@chuckspooner6942 Ya, no kidding or anything else but the Frontier. I dont get this video on that for the Honda, other than i think he says they are all too expensive, and I agree there.
In my area the Honda dealers are starting to lower their advertised prices but the Toyotas I have looked at all have dealer added stickers that jack the prices up 10 -15%. 2 wd Tacomas are 4+ K more than Ridgeline Trailsports. TRD Offroads are 60K. That is ridiculous.
I just bought a Trailsport a few weeks ago. I got OTD for $43k with the $2000 cashback incentive from Honda and the dealership and 1.9% financing for 36mos. I LOVE it. It does everything I need it to do, plus it has every fancy feature under the sun. It gets 26 mpg on the highway and driving around with all the windows down and sunroof open is a BLAST! It's also pretty fast, mat the gas pedal and you can pretty much beat anyone at a light. I don't tow anything and I don't haul much. This truck works perfectly for me! Plus it doesn't have a troublesome turbo like the Toyotas and Ford Ecojunks do!
It's a very nice truck, but the majority of the Honda dealerships are adding additional cost to the MSRP. As with their cars most dealerships are averaging 3k of add on's.
@@jimsteinway695 Dump about a bed load of grass cuttings from the yard in an SUV? Ever try to fit a bike in an SUV? How about a load of mulch? I've used pickups for years and can tell you with only a few inches lower on the sides, it can haul 99-44/100% of everything I hauled in the five trucks I've had since 1980 with the exception of being able to close the tail gate on the 4x8 sheets of building materials in the bed or when carrying the motorcycles. Granted I can't haul as much mulch with the lower bed, but I don't do that. Might be a bit of hassle when moving stuff, but now I have an enclosed trailer for that. Really well thought out comment there.
@@MK-hb3xc Jim must be dropping concrete blocks into the bed from 20ft or pulling a couple of rail cars like they do on those "real truck" commercials. 🤣Personally, I seldom do that.
I'm contemplating a Ridgeline. I currently have a CRV. Looking to move up for something bigger; but midsized, V6, AWD or 4x4, four doors, either pickup or SUV. Ridgeline, Passport, 4runner or Tacoma. New or CPO. I don't tow, I don't off-road, but looking to have more cargo room and HP than what I have now, for bicycles, luggage, bicycle trailer, shooting sports, etc. I do work for a hospital, I can't stay home on inclement weather; AWD or 4x4 is important. Basically just have more cargo room, and horsepower (especially when I go to the Poconos mountains for travel) than what I have; so this looks good for me.
@@markj9544 Big ole reliable V6, big comfy seats, bed with a trunk in it, tailgate goes up and down or side to side, Trailsport and up trims have premium sound with subwoofer, all time AWD, made in the USA. Honda quality. Compared to a 50k tacoma with a 4 banger made in Mexico seems like a good deal to me.
I was a over twenty-year Toyota truck owner both Tacoma and Tundra and I needed the size when I was young to haul and tow heavy loads. My Wife was always afraid to drive the big trucks at least for a small woman it was big and when I was gone it was an issue. We are 75 years young and felt we needed something she could drive and we don't haul or tow heavy loads. We looked at the new Tacomas first then we looked and drove everything else in mid-size pickup and the Ridgeline she just loved since it drove like a car. We bought the 2024 Ridgeline Black Edition and so far love it. I was one of those guys that always put down the "toy trucks" but now I am a believer at the stage of my life. I always thought the tailgate opening was a gimmick but it is one of the best features and we use it more than the other drop down opening. Outstanding review as always but the Black Edition would have shown all the bells and whistles available. I was a mechanic (old school) for cars, trucks, heavy equipment both gas and diesel as well as a shop owner for a few years. The trade wasn't very well respected as some of the other trades which never sat well with me. I am happy to see that skilled, knowledgeable and articulate technicians like yourself are doing UA-cam videos to change that frame of mind. Many folks do not realize the complexity of auto maintenance and repair. You have to be an expert in so many different fields mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning, structural and computers. To be a Master Technician like yourself takes many hours of study and hands on experience along with cuts, bruises and burns. The training and learning never stops since the manufacturers are changing design, functionality and parts almost every year.
Where I am, a new Maverick with all of the bells and whistles is within $1k of a similarly optioned Ridgeline. I test drove every midsize truck before settling on a Ridgeline. I tow a boat, tow a trailer with a side by side, and haul an ATV in the bed. This truck fits my needs in the tow/haul department. I travel a lot for work and all of the other midsize trucks I test drove got about the same gas mileage as a half ton truck. When gas prices swing up again after elections I will be even happier with my choice.
@Jvcxov9 Nissan pickups have always been reliable. Nissans are only poor when it comes to their CVT transmissions, other than that they're pretty solid and Frontiers have always had a better reputation than Ridgelines.
You have.lost your mind. Ive owned every truck out there seriously f150 f250 f350 ram 1500 exodiesel ram 2500 ram 3500 chevy 3500 (current) suburban My 2017 ridgeline was the best truck ive ever owned! My daughter has it now. The bed is amazing i can unload or.load from the side.tailgate amazing and patented. Best driving truck on road ever..it got better mpg towing my bass boat (15mpg) than my chevy 3500 (12-14mpg) or my suburban (12mpg). And pulled that boat with ease. If u dont need to pull a huge load (or haul) its best truck out there but in need of a refresh. My ecodeisel ram is only truck that beats it on mpg (a great truck as well). The bed features and the ride make it standout. If the refresh fo 2025 is significant thats what ill buy if not im going with nissan pro4x. I still have my dually for towing! YOU CANNOT GO WRONG WITH A HONDA RIDGELINE!
Coming from a 2011 Subaru Impreza hatchback and looking to get a Ridgeline next year. Use as a Daily driver and haul my 9.6 foot fishing kayak + poles.
I love my Ridgeline. It rides soo much better than a truck. The storage area in the trunk and rear cargo capacity is unmatched. I get great gas mileage and the superhandling awd makes this thing CARVE like my old HONDA PRELUDE. I WISH IT HAD A HYBRID, A BETTER INFOTAINMENT, AND LOOKED MORE BOXY
That 1500 payload capacity and 5000 lbs towing capacity means you don’t need a real truck. Those are Toyota Camry numbers. It’d get stuck anywhere in Idaho . But I bet it has a mean look at the mall.
@@jimsteinway695lol 1500 pounds is a higher payload than a lot of “real” trucks. It also has 48 inches between the wheel wells which means you can just slide sheet goods in without playing games like most other midsize trucks
I am with you. They are the best damn midsize ever. The suspension is amazing on the Black edition, so quiet, everything. Put 265 Michelin Defender Ltx m/s2 on. You wont regret it.
they also got released very late -- my local dealer didnt get the 2024 until the end of jan. since then tho they have been hard to keep on the lot they usually sell within a week or two based on me watching for one i liked. (I hate the mocha interior and thats all my local spot had and now stop sale lol)
I bought a 2024 last month. RTL AWD with Tonneau hard cover and weather mats. TTT out the door price was $41,500. Great truck for my needs. The trunk in the bed is genius. Very comfortable ride. They improved the buttons/switches on the steering wheel (2023 was way too busy) and improved the console storage. Great truck. My brother-in-law wants one now that he's seen mine.
Love my 2021 . I’ve had them all, Ford,Chevy and Dodge. Unless you’re towing a house or building them, this truck is enough and drives like a luxury car.
Yep I’ve got a 21 also and have a small door and hardware company I just need to get my self and tools to the job it’s comfortable and has storage everywhere plus great gas mileage I love it
Most campers that aren’t pop ups are over 5000lbs. Hardly a house . A F150 can almost triple its towing capacity at 14,000 lbs but can tow a 7000 lb trailer easily. Most SUVs can do more than this car
Wrong.. 3:11. Ridgeline is not the worst in the segment and not the only uni-body. There is the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz. The Ridgeline out tows and also has a larger cargo capacity 1500lbs. Neither Ford or Hyundai has that or the 6k towing capacity. The Ridgeline also has larger cabin space. The reason Honda isn’t marking the Truck down and making deals like Ford or Hyundai is because it will reduce the return value of the vehicle. I do agree, they do need to advertise the Truck.
To get all the options that the Ridgeline offers as standard you would easily pay the same price for a Tacoma, Ranger or Canyon. I looked at all mid-sized trucks and the Ridgeline ended up being the cheapest lease by far. Right now the Ridgeline money factor is crazy low, with a good residual value as well. $479 a month on a truck lease is unheard of these days. I have the Trailsport version and love it. My friend liked it so much he went and bought one with cash. He paid 45k out the door for his Trailsport. They came down 4k on the price.
So by leasing it you are still under their rules....you don't actually own the truck but you are absolutely correct the truck market is outrageously stupid over priced.
Just picked up the 25 Black Edition. Love it. I only tow a motorcycle. But for bicycles, skis, bulky stuff, it’s awesome. The under bed storage is super handy as well. It’s quiet, the stereo sounds amazing. My $.02
We just purchased our new 2024 Honda Ridgeline BE and LOVE it! We struggled with our regular passenger car for large item pickups at the store and fully embraced the in-bed trunk/cooler! The ride is impeccable. I do not miss our Ram and its 11MPG rating.
Well I'm doing an overland build with my 24 trail sport I was really hoping they would do more with it to be more trail sporty but they did not of course like you're saying. But that said I added 800 lb per square inch springs to the rear put a 3 1/2 inch lift on it with a subframe drop and with the in bed storage and a tune camper on the back it really rocks! When you pull the spare donut out you have even more storage and when you seal it up no dirt gets in. So far it has more room than any other vehicle the payload is more than sufficient
The Maverick is a winner too but a class smaller and it should be cheaper. Sit in them both and tell me otherwise. And hybridized 4 banger Ford vs Honda VTEC V6...in my book that's a no brainer.
@@chrisfrank8413 no way they r the same ! maverick is made in mexico & ridgeline is made in usa & a whopping 70 % of parts are from usa, inc engine & tranny,,,,,, HRL is a nice choice over a maverick
Just buy a slightly used one for $30k. They’re fine trucks for the suburban weekend warrior. They’re comfy and the awd system is great. I don’t own one but I really like them. Plus they’re gonna be way better long term than any American midsize especially with resale
I reside in a mid sized city located in the Southwest, and Ridgelines are essentially non-existent. Over the years, I've observed more Nissan Frontiers and Titans verses Honda's wannabe Subaru Brat, and those Nissans have abysmal resale values in my area.
@@locknload4691 same! I drove an F150 for a few years and always thought the ridgelines were awesome. There’s just a dumb stigma around them not being a “real truck” lol people and their fragile egos lol
I have renovated 3 homes, did cross country moves for me and family members in this amazing pickup. Mine is 2017 and I had it since new. It’s sensible, spacious and well designed and built. It’s been superb in snow and mountains in Colorado. I hauled dirt, rocks, logs, chunks of concrete, construction debris, furniture, including mattresses - you name it. People have no idea how great these cars are, there is absolutely nothing that an average person needs above this. It fits in regular park spaces and my wife has no problems backing this into tight spaces. I already seen few mavericks left on side of the road. Honda charges more because they are top quality, unlike eco-boost f150’s.
I have a 17 and I'm trading it in for a 24. Handles like a sports car, fairly fast acceleration, and good gas mileage. Best midsize truck ever, for what most people do with trucks.
Love them can't wait to get one, the 1 yr old used market is hot, why spend $40K+ for a new one when you can get a 1 year old with low miles for $35K, we own a 2019 passport exl and is the nicest suv we've ever owned. They don't sell well I see them sit on dealer lots for months which is great for buyers.
Personally I think you can say midsize pickup trucks sales are down across the board…no one is buying the Tacoma (over priced now a 4 turbo), Nissan Frontier always lags behind (perhaps it shouldn’t), and the Ridgeline. I think we can probably start considering that no one wants to take on loans that are at 7% for new vehicles and 10% for used vehicles. And that was designed to lower inflation and STOP people from spending. Perhaps that’s actually working? Not sure. It appears to keep people from spending but not keep these companies locally and globally from lowering their prices. IMO.
Let's talk in 10 years we'll see whether or not all those 4 cylinders are worth a damn. A lot of truck sales are down. My last and final comment is you get what you pay for.
I was thrilled to sell my F150 @ 12 mpg and move into a Ridgeline @ 22/23 mpg, 29 on hwy. It has the biggest cabin of all mid size trucks and a useful bed with 50" between wheel wells, a trunk and the trick tailgate. Ride quality is great for road trips. It fails on off road use and towing capacity, two things I never do in my truck, even when I had an FX4 F150. To each his own, but it works for me.
My 2024 Ridgeline tows my 19 ft fiberglass Larson I/O speed boat just fine. I was a little worried at first but it had no problem towing it 3 hours to the place I store it for the winter. My boat and trailer weighs 4,000 to 5,000 lbs. Not exactly sure on the weight but close to the tow limit. I had to keep checking if it was still behind me, I was tempted to keep up with the speeders on the freeway. I don't live near mountains so I don't know how it would handle a long uphill pull like in Colorado. I would guess it can handle it. I would never try to pull a 35 ft camper with it, that's what the full size trucks are for.
Still, no small cab 6' bed option. Honda is fully capable of making a long bed Ridgeline. I'll never need rear seating in something called a truck. Room for more stuff in the bed and or the ability to put on a camper shell and lay down in it on road and camping trips would be far more useful. I get this obsession and new norm of almost all vehicles now coming with seating for 5. But to only offer that option in a truck is a big miss.
I just bought a 2024 black edition and just love the ride and all the safety features. It tows my 20 ft. deep V effortlessly and I am able to haul all the necessary building supplies for my many projects. I think this truck is perfect for most people that just need a truck for everyday projects and aren't mainly everyday construction workers. It is a superb truck with great features that I highly recommend. I also really like the look of the vehicle.
Bought a Ridgeline. It’s a truck that drives like an SUV and keeps it small and good for downtown Dallas. I am a superintendent. I haul materials, tools, equipment, ATVs, Motorcycles, and a bass boat. She does it all without worry. Handled pikes peak so well I didn’t have to stop for anything. (Sorry dodge and Chevy guys your breaks suck) It’s a truck for people who don’t do long haul towing. Want a V8? What about a towing package? Bet get a full sized but for the same as a Ridgeline you get all the tech and leather for the same price. Also I get compliments from people who own a truck on the looks. People who don’t own a truck give the most hate
Good opinion, that I just have to agree with. That sales number is just for Ridgeline? I’m thinking about buying one, but they haven’t really addressed the pricing issues yet (high supply, low demand = lower prices) PS. I worked with the Japanese automotive supply chain for 23 yrs, and then FOR a major Japanese automotive tier supplier for my last 12 yrs in my career. Your description of the Japanese auto mfrs as “arrogant” is spot on !!
I can tell you what the Honda dealership told me. If you're going to tow anything more than 1 jet ski, don't get the Ridgeline. It's not meant for towing or hauling anything serious.
Your dealership must be a gang of idiots. It can do more than some full size trucks in carrying capacity over 15,00 lb. It will be no problem towing the limits they place on it.
@@izwideopen9126 I hear 20 and now I'd like a 25 . Do I have anybody out there in UA-cam land towing a twenty-five foot long boat (or enclosed trailer) with a Honda Ridgeline picky yup truck?
Hey Good video and you're right about it being too shallow of a bed and also it have been great if they had a option for a 6-foot bed I understand many people don't need it but for those of us who are contractors I need a 6-foot bed. My first car back in the day was a Honda Civic and I love that thing so I really was interested to get the Ridgeline as my Toyota Tacoma's got more than 250,000 mi on it and I thought well maybe it's time for a new truck but I guess I'll just keep running the truck I got.
I thought the Honda might be ok for some people, but now that they use cylinder deactivation, no way would I want one of these. They ruined any chance it had of ever selling very well.
You can eliminate the cylinder deactivation with software, then you're good to go. But the Nissan Frontier is a solid V6 and cheaper, so I'd go with that (and I'm a Honda guy).
@@rebeltvr6046 worse payload though. Just depends what you want to do with it most often. Ridgeline actually has a higher payload rating than most full size Tundras
I'm a long time Ford F250 guy, loved my 7.3's, but for everyday driving, it's hard to beat the comfort of the Ridgeline. I have a '23 and it is just a great truck. I'm building a cabin on the East side of Mt Hood and it hauls everything I need. I have a trailer for long lumber & for my quad. The trunk is an amazing feature! I travel on dirt roads to the cabin and fly fishing in Central Oregon and it goes everywhere I need to. Last winter we had a fair bit of snow, full time all wheel drive made running around a breeze. I do wish it had more ground clearance, but for me that's the only knock. I drove a new Tacoma back to back with the Ridgeline before buying, night and day. It was like they were from two different decades. If you're not a kid into all the mods and daydreams of rock crawling, you should give one a test drive.
yesterday i went to buy a 2024 and the dealer would not come down on price and when i said no and was walking out they said how about we take off $500 to help out?? i just kept walking.....i felt they should be taking off at lest $4000???
I bought one new in 2017. The dealer keeps asking me to trade it in for a new one. But the exterior is exactly the same as my 2017. So that’s a non-starter. Maybe a style refresh? Maybe a hybrid? Maybe give me $10k off MSRP?
Im in the market for a midsize truck. I'm not going to go up a mountain with the truck. Seems 48k is out of my price range. I don't need all the bell's and whistle which most do so-called trucks come with. I will definitely refuse to get a turbo. A V6 4x4 is just find for my use. Thanks for your video.
What a sucky channel this is!!! I just bought a 24RL...................Expensive? Compared to Tacoma, Canyon, Ranager... it is a great deal for the money.
18:35 I bought a new 2018 RTLT AWD. Best features are the fuel economy…up to 28 mpg Highway, comfortable suspension and the passenger side mirror camera. No mechanical issues in 48k miles. One Recall notice. Also very easy towing up to 5,000 lbs. What I absolutely hated was the depth of the bed. Couldn’t even get a 17” cooler to fit under the hard bed cover. It also did not have enough front legroom or seat room for my 6’3” 275 lb frame. Just too cramped on long trips. Interior quality degraded quickly with daily use. I’d get surveys from Honda asking about current & future tailgate designs and other useless stuff. The 3 modes of traction weren’t anything special and the truck felt heavy and underpowered in sand. I sold it and took a beating on it despite accessorizing mainly with Honda parts. I wouldn’t buy another one unless these negative items were addressed by a total redesign….not just changing the grill, wheels, color availability and tailgate function. I’m sure this would surely Jack the prices even higher as I’ve been told that Honda has never recouped their initial R&D dollars from its initial design. Blowing it is a most accurate description sadly.
The reality is that the platform is at or nearing it's end of life and is stale compared to competitors who have rolled out new platforms. I LOVE my 2018 Ridgeline RTL-E and I use it as a truck! I load firewood and stone and mulch and anything else I need to move. It tows my 24' 4900 lb tri-toon without breaking a sweat!
I personally like the ridgeline But they have to come down on the price. The reason I didn't buy the 2024 version is because I'm waiting on the 2025 to see if it gets a facelift. If not, I'm gonna be looking at the Ford Maverick.
To me, it’s a perfect family mid size city truck. To me, it’s worth it if only in the fact that it will outlast any of the competition. Why would I buy a Colorado, Ranger, Tacoma turbo, or any other truck when they all will start having problems. My Ridgeline will last me 300K easy
I looked at all the smaller trucks. This is the ONLY truck that has 48"+ between the wheel wells, which allows you to to set a sheet of drywall between the wheel wells, others are 44". They also have a huge trunk in the bed. It also has a LOT of options in the entry model. I made a headache rack with 6" higher sides from aluminum which ads a whole lot of utility. The bed is THE best of the all the smaller pickups. Yes you pay more for it, once. Aftermarket parts are rare. The ride is excellent. It has car seat room for the grandkids, fold up the seats for the tools and dog. The adaptive cruise control is wonderful in traffic. It's a Honda Pilot SUV with a truck bed, perfected for over two decades. It's a "Trar" (truck/car).
Where did you find this many Ridgelines in 1 place? The local dealer near me when they get a new Ridgeline, it rarely stays on their lot a week. Most of the time a Ridgeline will be sold in a few days and a Pilot or Passport will sell in MINUTES (when you see something in their inventory, you better reserve it immediately)! I was looking for a 2019 or 2020 Passport, found a 2019 on their inventory that sold 5 minutes before I called them at 8:05am!! Luckily, the salesman I deal with remembered I would buy a Passport the next time I needed a vehicle and he called later with another Passport to look at, I told him "Hold that Passport!"
I had a 2017, had nothing but trouble with it. Torque converter, navi, fuel pump, 2 sets of injectors, catalytic converter. Got rid of it at 95,000 miles, right before needing a timing belt replacement. I actually loved the truck. The quality just isn't there anymore.
My 2020 black edition has been great. Like a sport ute on hwy and city, smooths out washboard unlike my old Silverado, and a quad fits in the bed. Perfect vehicle for someone like me. Recommend a leveling kit as a basic upgrade.
I did buy a Ridgeline got a ‘23 with 3400 miles on it for 11K under asking price! Good on gas, good on size, and big enough engine to do what I need to do.
I will give it the modern version is not the " Suv with a birth defect " anymore but it needs a more rugged look. I agree with the prices are way too high and the bed needs to be deeper.
I have a 2006 Ridgeline that looks and runs like new with 140,000 miles. Love it Had planned on buying a new Ridgeline but a lot of what I like was changed and what I didn’t like they kept. The bed is great. I use it all the time from street and dirt motorcycles to construction supplies. The trunk is amazing and the best part of the truck hands down. The power is so so but the miles per gallon is a joke. The back door window was great but now it is two piece and that sucks when sitting in the back. The headlight switch gets hit with your knee all the time when getting out and they kept that. WHY. The all wheel drive works great from snow to off roading. And yes I have used on both much more than your average person. I set mine up with front back and cameras that should be a option from the factory. The front camera I made and installed, is used far more than the back camera with the hard to see edge if the front when parking in tight spots. I put just a little bigger tires on that you would never notice other than my Ridgeline has a more proportional look. Ridgeline can make changes to make it a top seller but they have yet to keep the good and change the bad.
I've had 4 Ridgelines (08, 12,13 and currently a 23), love them. I bought a 23 Toyota 4runner but at my age hated the ride, it beat the Hell out of me, so I traded it on the 23 Ridgeline and never looked back. This vehicle isn't for the person that hauls heavy items, it's not for off roading, it's for trips to the hardware stores or gravel roads to go fishing. It did really well in the snow this past winter, had one storm that laid 12" of snow and it was like driving on a dry road... seriously.
Depends on your negotiation skills and finding the willing dealer. Got mine 2023 BE in Jan 2023 5K off MSRP. Love the ride quality. Only wish they raised ground clearance by 2", add bird eye view and bring back shift knob.
My wife just got one. She loves it. Best price for what you get. She traded in her 2013. I still have my 2013. I’ve hauled a lot of stuff with mine. From helping move to brush to mini bikes kayaks furniture sacks of feed and groceries. With a hard trifold they’re waterproof bed which has a trunk! And two way tailgate. And my wife’s tailgate locks!
The lower sales isn't unique to the Ridgeline. High prices, high interest rates, and lack of cost of living increases nationwide contribute more to the lack of sales than this specific model - and in this economy, a purchase might not be a truck along with a ridgeline being a not so popular model to begin with. This is a great vehicle for most people. seats 4 reasonably comfortably, drives and rides well (it is unibody after all), and it has An bed that can be used for most peoples day to day use and occasional loading up stuff use. It really is the silver bullet one stop shop for most people. My suggestion is: buy one that is 3-4 years old just coming off a lease.
The Ridgeline is a good looking vehicle and Honda motors have a great reputation. Change the oil and rotate the tires they should last 100 k miles with no problems.
I bought a 2017 ridgeline and don't feel like I am missing out on the brand new off the lot one, smaller private dealership that was closing down in a couple months and they were ready to move everything off the lot on a good deal so it was good timing
Where I live they are discounting it by $2500. Most Tacomas (95%) are being offered with similar features and at the same and higher prices. Two things never pointed out is that the Ridgeline bed is 4" longer and a full 12" WIDER!! Also never pointed out is that the wheel wells intrude only about 2" whereas the Tacoma is around 10" or more! This can make a huge usability difference. I own a Ridgeline and a Tacoma prior to it.
I’ve owned the ridgeline from 2006 to 2023. The truck hasn’t really changed other than body. I loved that truck and it never failed me in 225,000 miles until my son totaled it. He was safe with airbags going off and the truck protected him. This truck went extremely well in the snow and mud. It will also hold more than most trucks. With the trunk space for tools and all your stuff, you didn’t need to take up back seat space, if you have 5 people. Being able to lock everything in the trunk was awesome. The tailgate was cool as well. Being able to reach tools ect, without crawling into the bed was very nice. Flip the tailgate down and haul Sheetrock and you name it, I carried it in this truck. I think a hybrid for more power and economy would be nice. They need to make it look cool and more aggressive. I agree they need to make a real change and offer other engines. Also add low range gearing for off roading. Crawl mode would be nice. I love the truck for 90% of what we do with our trucks.
I recently purchased a 2023 Ridgeline, and the only issue I have encountered thus far is that the windows tend to fog up. I bought it a year ago, just 3000 miles. You don't buy a truck for fuel economy😅.
I really liked the ride and handling on the Ridgeline I owned. But no more Honduh for me. The cruise control can’t maintain speeds on hills and speeds up going downhill which makes using CC a pain with any other traffic around. The cylinder deactivation was annoying and I bypassed that. What made me sell it is I lightly bumped the corner of the rear bumper and it took $2K to fix it. As you notice the rear bumper, if you can call it that, attaches to the bed side. So you need to repaint the whole bedside to fix it if you just touch the bumper corner. The audio system was laughably bad in a vehicle that expensive.
I have the 2022 Black Edition and I really dislike the responsiveness of the engine and transmission. I really have to kill the pedal to get it to move. This is especially true during rolling take off. It takes forever to downshift and go. I also can't get used to not having a shifter. I have an 07 Pilot and this thing can really accelerate. I bought the Ridgeline thinking it would have the same responsiveness but not the case.
Bought new 2023 ridgeline a year or so ago after owning 20 years of Tacoma's. Would have bought Tacoma again but they were unavailable. So glad they werent available as I love the new Ridgeline. I dont need a contractor pickup, which this is not by any means. But it is perfect for hauling lighter loads, drywall or plywood, no wheel wells to clear. Love the secure bed trunk. Rides like a nice car and not a truck. Love it
Not the only unibody. Theres also the Hyundai Santa Cruz, and the Ford Maverick. This is not a truck...low ground clearance, low bed clearance, AWD. The TrailSport trim makes it even more commical.
I own a 2019 Ridgeline. I really like it. Best vehicle that I have ever owned. However, with the new Ridgeline model, they have 2 things that I do not like. [1. The change of the seats and console. Prior, it was nice to be able to use the console as a table and adjust the arm rests in the middle. No longer - copying off of other truck manufacturers. 2. The push button gear shift. I like the stick.] They also need to raise the ground height some and increase towing capability. It's a bit too low to the ground. I love the swing out tailgate and in-bed trunk. I can get 30 mpg with cruise control in warm weather. Very comfortable and smooth ride! AWD works great in snow! I hope to keep mine a long time! I did get a $5,000 discount, as I bought it right before the 2020 models came out. Keep in mind too, that the Ridgeline is the 2nd most American parts made truck in America, second to the Ford Ranger. The Ridgeline is built in Alabama. The Maverick is cheap because it is made in Mexico and is smaller. Too small for me. Whatever suits your needs.
I have a 22 Ridgeline and I have hauled 8 4x8 sheets of vantec subfloor with ease and I live in mountainous terrain. The subfloor lies flat also as the bed is wider. It has been able to haul anything I have loaded it with and tows very well also. It does anything as well as trucks I have owned in the past ( Ford, Chevy and Toyota ) yeah I call it my truck because that is what it is, don’t have an inferiority complex at my age ( 80 ) either
Last year I wanted to purchase a 2023 Ridgeline Black Edition and could never get a decent price on one. I've owned over 40 new vehicles over the years and I've never owned a Honda because the dealerships I went to in the DC Metropolitan area and now in Central PA just won't deal or they jerk you around all day long and you still walk out without one.
One of the big positives about the Ridgeline is the Super Handling All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD). NO full size truck can match the capability of AWD with torque vectoring. Best AWD system out there.
It’s not a farm truck. It’s not a contractor truck. It’s a great truck for dads who commute to work every day and need a truck bed once in a while. It’s actually great for that market segment.
Do farmers need 4 wheel drive, or would All Wheel Drive work?
@gooser__43 I don't know. My dad farmed for 50 years and never had a four-wheel drive truck.
It’s not a contractor truck.
But, it’s a great home owner truck.
Why not? It can do everything that other trucks can do. Honda is underrated while Toyota and Ford is overrated.
@@realnapster1522 yep. 3/4 ton payload. 4 ft+ BETWEEN wheel wells. She be plenty contractor. You will feel too comfortable and guilty.
The Honda Ridgeline is the best pickup truck for people that don't need a pickup truck
Id just get a older midsize pickup.... horrible lol
@crisikingful true my self I just got a Colorado ZR2 a week ago but my brother in law go a ridgeline he seems to be happy with it
Like the majority of people
I think I get what you are saying, but if so I’d say it’s more like - people who get this need certain aspects of a truck (a bed for hauling something occasionally, maybe need to haul something that is less than 5,000 lbs now and then), and other than that don’t need a pickup. I would certainly say this is not a “real truck”, but for what it is (given the roomy backseat for a midsize, Honda reliability, ride is almost like a luxury sedan), nothing else really compares. I will never understand the styling tho.
@@AlowisciousMahoney 💯 percent
This is a good vehicle overall, but the price and interest rates hurt its sales big time.
All dealers are down. High prices, high interest rAtes and people are maxed out
True
Exactly....
I'm a man and I love the truck. I just bought the HPD Trailsport. It rides smooth, gets great gas mileage. As far as expensive, have you priced other trucks? There is not a truck out there that isn't expensive. Some trucks are a 100,000 dollars. Truck market is crazy right now.
I agree. I have a '24 RTL. I don't know why anyone would consider the lowest trim when it is completely bare. The top 3 trims go way beyond the lowest one.
Not like the new Toyota Tacoma is flying off the lots either. The T4 motor and high prices are killing sales.
Really because it's the opposite what I'm seeing also just the loyal fan boys buying it. At that dumb of a price any fan boy will pay for one.
Honda is way better in the quality and expected cost of ownership that those new Tacos made in Mexico.
Honda's downfall is solely due to pricing vs what it offers.
@@crisikingful Not me , Got a Ridgeline over the 24 Taco, no remorse.
No one is buying a new $50k Mexican made Tacoma.
I was interested in a Prerunner but have yet to see one. I'm seriously considering a Ridgeline now since I tired of Toyota's games, but will likely wait for the 2025 model.
Nobody has money period. And those who might buy one are conflicted about what to buy: hybrid, electric, gas or just wait. Nobody knows what is reliable or trustworthy these days.
Naturally aspirated is the most reliable. Turbos and hybrids have the potential to break down or have technical issues. Turbos produce extra power, but they also put extra stress on your engine. If the Turbo itself has a mechanical issue, your engine loses significant power. Hybrids are subject to potential electrical issues. Naturally aspirated engines are subject to potential mechanical failure, but they don't have additional components that can fail, like turbos or electric engines.
I'm have money
Bidenomics has hurt everyone. Make sure that you're registered and vote in every election. MAGA !
I couldn't afford a new Ridgeline, so I bought a used '22 Ridgeline with 25k miles on it. Really happy with it.
Considering doing this as well. How much for such low miles? And what trim?
@@falcorzed It was still pricey at $34k almost 39K out the door for a RTL-E. Bought it in winnetka, Ca.
@@frank000333congrats. Seems like a great deal to get 10K off of what they went for previously
@@falcorzed bought a 23 sport with 6800 miles for $32k
@@edradergreat info
Just traded in my 2017 for a 2024. Got a great deal on the trade. Pretty big discount on the new one and it is the fully loaded black edition. It’s perfect truck for someone who doesn’t want to drive a truck. Comfortable ride, decent fuel economy, and lots of upgrades vs 2017. You have some valid points but also think you are a little off base with your take on it. Did you drive one? If you didn’t, suggest you do and have a follow up video. See if it changes your opinion.
Went to Honda dealership the other day, got them to knock off $1800 off sticker, no adds but window tint but think I can beat them up more! How much did they discount sticker?
@@d.r.penkert1429 I just bought a 2024 TrailSport MSRP $46830(no add ons) paid $42500. Go for at least $4000 off MSRP. If they balk just walk. They'll call you back.
@@d.r.penkert1429I got a 2025 pilot trailsport for $47,500 plus tax. It also had “5k of useless dealer added accessories” for free. Hope that helps. I wanted a specific color so had to drive 5 hours for the best deal
put my bike 🚲 on it all the time on the highway 80 miles. doesn’t fall off at all
We Really like our 2020 Black Edition, 90% of the people wineing about them never even test drove one.😅
I bought a Ridgeline in 21 and I LOVE IT. I downsized my landscaping business and didn't need a second full size truck and wanted something convenient for personal use as well. It tow well, is excellent in snow. The cabin room is much more comfortable than my F 150 was. While you rag on the Japanese platform, they built a great vehicle and don't OVER produce which is why you don't see the discounts as much.
Just traded in our 2018 CRV and bought a new 2024 Ridgeline Black Edition, Red. I didn't need to see an ad on the TV, but I see them around town. AAA got me a $3,500 discount off the MSPR for the top-of-the-line model. I don't need a full size truck. I believe it will meet my needs for a very long time.
its a cool cruiser truck you can tow stuff with. Should be better off with a camper shell since the bed is compromised with that shelf underneath cutting the depth
@@slumy8195 Thanks for the reply. I think we will go with a flat cover (tonneau?).
@@1973TJM The steel ones with hydraulic lifts. Ive seen the plastic ones fly off trucks in socal with 30mph wind gusts
Wait wait wait...how did you get 3500 off with AAA? I'm actually in the market for one and have AAA.
@@MeltingRubberZ28 I went through AAA car buying site and a dealer in a nearby county offered me that, here in CALIF.
2019 RTLE owner. For me the most impressive thing about it is that in almost 6 years of ownership I’ve had zero problems with it. It has only ever been to a shop for maintenance or recall fixes. Now with the factory powertrain warranty up I’m a little nervous about the longevity of the 6-speed. I hear it can be a nightmare if it goes bad. I probably shouldn’t read any more about it but it’s in my head now. I may consider something new. That new Frontier looks nice but no option in this segment is cheap.
benefits of a Ridgeline over full size: in-bed trunk and cooler, swing out tailgate, can fit in a normal garage, easier to park and maneuver, slightly better mpg, has a drain bolt to change the transmission fluid yourself instead of paying a dealer $500, 4 wheel independent suspension gives a much smoother ride. benefits of a full size: Much more roomy cabin and some can seat 6, can tow about double, better ground clearance for easier maintenance underneath and for trails, larger gas tank, slightly larger bed (short bed crew cab comparison), more aggressive looking and just more appealing overall. You can get a fully loaded Ridgeline used with under 10k miles for 36-39k. For a comparable full size, it's around 10k more. Both vehicles have their purpose and I don't think one is better than the other when it comes to value. I know so many people that own a full size truck, averaging 16 mpg so they can haul 500 pounds of firewood a couple times a year. At the same time, I know people who've bought a midsize only to have to go buy a full size months later because they bought a camper that their midsize just couldn't tow that great. Buy what fits your needs and wants. I personally enjoy both aspects of midsize and full size and I'm glad we have options.
Too expensive
Should be under 40k for fully equipped.
@@rayreeves7870..All trucks are overpriced.
The roomy cab was really what sold me on it over a Tacoma. The seating position and head height in the Tacoma really makes you feel like your in a sports car. The ridgeline is much more comfortable for everyday use.
Oh yeah. Have you sat in a Toyota truck? The interior? It’s plastic crap. Horrendously tacky.
I paid $39,000 for a new 24 ridgeline today. Good time to deal since the 26s are coming out soon.
I considered the Ridgeline but the price was the deal breaker, Honda can keep them.
buy these used. They are unreal
ok, thanks will keep an eye on them@@defender714
I. Bought a like new 2022 RTL low miles. The Arizona honda dealer can enter last 8 digits of vin #and I could see every WO or service Even flat tire repair that was done to vehicle. I plan to take care of the truck and just sit back and put 200,000 +smooth miles on it.
The video failed to mention the 5 star crash safety test for the honda.Not so much on the old 2 rail frame trucks that are used and designed to get the HIGHER load pounds that 50% of buyers never tow, haul or off road with their trucks
I wouldn't even considering purchasing one if the price was in the mid 20K's especially considering the engine's VCM technology.
@@locknload4691 that must be why people are getting 200,000 trouble free miles out of them.
I like the Ridgeline, but way to expensive.
buy a used black edition, put 265/60r18 michelin defender ltx m/s2 on. Check out the Ridgeline owners group.
buy a used one. put 265 michelin ltx 265/60 r18 on and be superior to every damn midsize out there
have you priced a tacoma lately?
@@chuckspooner6942 Ya, no kidding or anything else but the Frontier. I dont get this video on that for the Honda, other than i think he says they are all too expensive, and I agree there.
In my area the Honda dealers are starting to lower their advertised prices but the Toyotas I have looked at all have dealer added stickers that jack the prices up 10 -15%. 2 wd Tacomas are 4+ K more than Ridgeline Trailsports. TRD Offroads are 60K. That is ridiculous.
I just bought a Trailsport a few weeks ago. I got OTD for $43k with the $2000 cashback incentive from Honda and the dealership and 1.9% financing for 36mos. I LOVE it. It does everything I need it to do, plus it has every fancy feature under the sun. It gets 26 mpg on the highway and driving around with all the windows down and sunroof open is a BLAST! It's also pretty fast, mat the gas pedal and you can pretty much beat anyone at a light. I don't tow anything and I don't haul much. This truck works perfectly for me! Plus it doesn't have a troublesome turbo like the Toyotas and Ford Ecojunks do!
It's a very nice truck, but the majority of the Honda dealerships are adding additional cost to the MSRP. As with their cars most dealerships are averaging 3k of add on's.
It’s a very nice car with an open trunk. SUVs can do more truck stuff than this thing
@@jimsteinway695 Dump about a bed load of grass cuttings from the yard in an SUV? Ever try to fit a bike in an SUV? How about a load of mulch? I've used pickups for years and can tell you with only a few inches lower on the sides, it can haul 99-44/100% of everything I hauled in the five trucks I've had since 1980 with the exception of being able to close the tail gate on the 4x8 sheets of building materials in the bed or when carrying the motorcycles. Granted I can't haul as much mulch with the lower bed, but I don't do that. Might be a bit of hassle when moving stuff, but now I have an enclosed trailer for that.
Really well thought out comment there.
@@MK-hb3xc Jim must be dropping concrete blocks into the bed from 20ft or pulling a couple of rail cars like they do on those "real truck" commercials. 🤣Personally, I seldom do that.
@@jimsteinway695 i guess you missed the hidden trunk? it's huge
I'm contemplating a Ridgeline. I currently have a CRV. Looking to move up for something bigger; but midsized, V6, AWD or 4x4, four doors, either pickup or SUV.
Ridgeline, Passport, 4runner or Tacoma. New or CPO. I don't tow, I don't off-road, but looking to have more cargo room and HP than what I have now, for bicycles, luggage, bicycle trailer, shooting sports, etc. I do work for a hospital, I can't stay home on inclement weather; AWD or 4x4 is important.
Basically just have more cargo room, and horsepower (especially when I go to the Poconos mountains for travel) than what I have; so this looks good for me.
It's either gonna be this or Frontier for V6 midsize truck. Hopefully Honda will offer some incentives for buyers.
Not sure why they're so expensive.
@markj9544 Greed brother.
@@markj9544 Big ole reliable V6, big comfy seats, bed with a trunk in it, tailgate goes up and down or side to side, Trailsport and up trims have premium sound with subwoofer, all time AWD, made in the USA. Honda quality. Compared to a 50k tacoma with a 4 banger made in Mexico seems like a good deal to me.
Not sure if you care about space in the backseat but ridgeline is better than frontier.
I'll stick to my frontier.
I was a over twenty-year Toyota truck owner both Tacoma and Tundra and I needed the size when I was young to haul and tow heavy loads. My Wife was always afraid to drive the big trucks at least for a small woman it was big and when I was gone it was an issue. We are 75 years young and felt we needed something she could drive and we don't haul or tow heavy loads. We looked at the new Tacomas first then we looked and drove everything else in mid-size pickup and the Ridgeline she just loved since it drove like a car. We bought the 2024 Ridgeline Black Edition and so far love it. I was one of those guys that always put down the "toy trucks" but now I am a believer at the stage of my life. I always thought the tailgate opening was a gimmick but it is one of the best features and we use it more than the other drop down opening. Outstanding review as always but the Black Edition would have shown all the bells and whistles available. I was a mechanic (old school) for cars, trucks, heavy equipment both gas and diesel as well as a shop owner for a few years. The trade wasn't very well respected as some of the other trades which never sat well with me. I am happy to see that skilled, knowledgeable and articulate technicians like yourself are doing UA-cam videos to change that frame of mind. Many folks do not realize the complexity of auto maintenance and repair. You have to be an expert in so many different fields mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning, structural and computers. To be a Master Technician like yourself takes many hours of study and hands on experience along with cuts, bruises and burns. The training and learning never stops since the manufacturers are changing design, functionality and parts almost every year.
Where I am, a new Maverick with all of the bells and whistles is within $1k of a similarly optioned Ridgeline. I test drove every midsize truck before settling on a Ridgeline.
I tow a boat, tow a trailer with a side by side, and haul an ATV in the bed. This truck fits my needs in the tow/haul department.
I travel a lot for work and all of the other midsize trucks I test drove got about the same gas mileage as a half ton truck. When gas prices swing up again after elections I will be even happier with my choice.
Nissan Frontier nails it, people just do not know it. Ridgeline if you demand a car like ride.
Let's see in 10 years which one has stood the test of time. Plenty of high mileage ridgelines with 200k plus still out there.
Nissan of today won’t last long tomorrow. You get what you pay for. Nissan is doing poorly.
@@Jvcxov9stop lying big time lying
@Jvcxov9 Nissan pickups have always been reliable. Nissans are only poor when it comes to their CVT transmissions, other than that they're pretty solid and Frontiers have always had a better reputation than Ridgelines.
@@Jvcxov9 😂 love seeing these dumb comments
You have.lost your mind. Ive owned every truck out there seriously f150 f250 f350 ram 1500 exodiesel ram 2500 ram 3500 chevy 3500 (current) suburban
My 2017 ridgeline was the best truck ive ever owned! My daughter has it now. The bed is amazing i can unload or.load from the side.tailgate amazing and patented. Best driving truck on road ever..it got better mpg towing my bass boat (15mpg) than my chevy 3500 (12-14mpg) or my suburban (12mpg).
And pulled that boat with ease. If u dont need to pull a huge load (or haul) its best truck out there but in need of a refresh. My ecodeisel ram is only truck that beats it on mpg (a great truck as well). The bed features and the ride make it standout. If the refresh fo 2025 is significant thats what ill buy if not im going with nissan pro4x. I still have my dually for towing! YOU CANNOT GO WRONG WITH A HONDA RIDGELINE!
Coming from a 2011 Subaru Impreza hatchback and looking to get a Ridgeline next year. Use as a Daily driver and haul my 9.6 foot fishing kayak + poles.
I went wayyy wrong with my 2017.
It’s the best truck for everyone who wants a truck except those who are towing for commercial purposes.
I love my Ridgeline. It rides soo much better than a truck. The storage area in the trunk and rear cargo capacity is unmatched. I get great gas mileage and the superhandling awd makes this thing CARVE like my old HONDA PRELUDE.
I WISH IT HAD A HYBRID, A BETTER INFOTAINMENT, AND LOOKED MORE BOXY
I agree with the boxiness! I think it would look much nicer if it had a more boxy appearance!👌
That 1500 payload capacity and 5000 lbs towing capacity means you don’t need a real truck. Those are Toyota Camry numbers. It’d get stuck anywhere in Idaho . But I bet it has a mean look at the mall.
@@jimsteinway695lol 1500 pounds is a higher payload than a lot of “real” trucks. It also has 48 inches between the wheel wells which means you can just slide sheet goods in without playing games like most other midsize trucks
I am with you. They are the best damn midsize ever. The suspension is amazing on the Black edition, so quiet, everything. Put 265 Michelin Defender Ltx m/s2 on. You wont regret it.
It's not a truck. It's a thing
The Ridgeline is in the middle of a STOP SALE because of a wiring harness issue. That is why they are not selling. Check it out.
they also got released very late -- my local dealer didnt get the 2024 until the end of jan. since then tho they have been hard to keep on the lot they usually sell within a week or two based on me watching for one i liked. (I hate the mocha interior and thats all my local spot had and now stop sale lol)
Stellantis has the same issue in their Lincoln Navigator and Ram trucks. Wonder of they are sourcing from the same supplier.
@@rxonmymind8362Lincoln is Ford....
I bought a 2024 last month. RTL AWD with Tonneau hard cover and weather mats. TTT out the door price was $41,500. Great truck for my needs. The trunk in the bed is genius. Very comfortable ride. They improved the buttons/switches on the steering wheel (2023 was way too busy) and improved the console storage. Great truck. My brother-in-law wants one now that he's seen mine.
Love my 2021 . I’ve had them all, Ford,Chevy and Dodge. Unless you’re towing a house or building them, this truck is enough and drives like a luxury car.
Yep I’ve got a 21 also and have a small door and hardware company I just need to get my self and tools to the job it’s comfortable and has storage everywhere plus great gas mileage I love it
Most campers that aren’t pop ups are over 5000lbs. Hardly a house . A F150 can almost triple its towing capacity at 14,000 lbs but can tow a 7000 lb trailer easily.
Most SUVs can do more than this car
Its an Accord with a very small bed, It is not in any way luxurious.
The ridgeline just doesn’t look good. It looks like every Honda suv with a little shallow bed.
Wrong.. 3:11. Ridgeline is not the worst in the segment and not the only uni-body. There is the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz. The Ridgeline out tows and also has a larger cargo capacity 1500lbs. Neither Ford or Hyundai has that or the 6k towing capacity. The Ridgeline also has larger cabin space. The reason Honda isn’t marking the Truck down and making deals like Ford or Hyundai is because it will reduce the return value of the vehicle. I do agree, they do need to advertise the Truck.
After 3 months of ownership I have nothing but, to say that I made a right choice for the money. Yes it is a truck
To get all the options that the Ridgeline offers as standard you would easily pay the same price for a Tacoma, Ranger or Canyon. I looked at all mid-sized trucks and the Ridgeline ended up being the cheapest lease by far. Right now the Ridgeline money factor is crazy low, with a good residual value as well. $479 a month on a truck lease is unheard of these days. I have the Trailsport version and love it. My friend liked it so much he went and bought one with cash. He paid 45k out the door for his Trailsport. They came down 4k on the price.
So by leasing it you are still under their rules....you don't actually own the truck but you are absolutely correct the truck market is outrageously stupid over priced.
Just picked up the 25 Black Edition. Love it. I only tow a motorcycle. But for bicycles, skis, bulky stuff, it’s awesome. The under bed storage is super handy as well. It’s quiet, the stereo sounds amazing. My $.02
We just purchased our new 2024 Honda Ridgeline BE and LOVE it! We struggled with our regular passenger car for large item pickups at the store and fully embraced the in-bed trunk/cooler!
The ride is impeccable. I do not miss our Ram and its 11MPG rating.
Well I'm doing an overland build with my 24 trail sport I was really hoping they would do more with it to be more trail sporty but they did not of course like you're saying. But that said I added 800 lb per square inch springs to the rear put a 3 1/2 inch lift on it with a subframe drop and with the in bed storage and a tune camper on the back it really rocks! When you pull the spare donut out you have even more storage and when you seal it up no dirt gets in. So far it has more room than any other vehicle the payload is more than sufficient
If a maverick is 30k these should be 60k. 2 maverick cannot outlast 1 ridgeline
The Maverick is a winner too but a class smaller and it should be cheaper. Sit in them both and tell me otherwise. And hybridized 4 banger Ford vs Honda VTEC V6...in my book that's a no brainer.
They're about the same vehicle. Maveric is probably better.
@@chrisfrank8413😂😂
@@chrisfrank8413 no way they r the same ! maverick is made in mexico & ridgeline is made in usa & a whopping 70 % of parts are from usa, inc engine & tranny,,,,,, HRL is a nice choice over a maverick
@@chrisfrank8413 rofl you haven't been in or driven both that is for sure.
Just buy a slightly used one for $30k. They’re fine trucks for the suburban weekend warrior. They’re comfy and the awd system is great. I don’t own one but I really like them. Plus they’re gonna be way better long term than any American midsize especially with resale
I reside in a mid sized city located in the Southwest, and Ridgelines are essentially non-existent. Over the years, I've observed more Nissan Frontiers and Titans verses Honda's wannabe Subaru Brat, and those Nissans have abysmal resale values in my area.
@@locknload4691 same! I drove an F150 for a few years and always thought the ridgelines were awesome. There’s just a dumb stigma around them not being a “real truck” lol people and their fragile egos lol
Best truck I’ve ever owned period I’ve owned pretty much all brands Honda still the best
I have renovated 3 homes, did cross country moves for me and family members in this amazing pickup. Mine is 2017 and I had it since new. It’s sensible, spacious and well designed and built. It’s been superb in snow and mountains in Colorado. I hauled dirt, rocks, logs, chunks of concrete, construction debris, furniture, including mattresses - you name it. People have no idea how great these cars are, there is absolutely nothing that an average person needs above this. It fits in regular park spaces and my wife has no problems backing this into tight spaces. I already seen few mavericks left on side of the road. Honda charges more because they are top quality, unlike eco-boost f150’s.
No other truck handles like the Ridgeline it follows the Honda DNA of fun to drive.
But you cannot tow your 35ft cabin cruiser with it!
@@cbotten106no sh*t...
@@TermlessHGW I think he was joking.
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Every Honda I've ever driven has driver's-car DNA. Even my humble old CR-V makes our Tahoe feel like a pig on the road.
I have a 17 and I'm trading it in for a 24. Handles like a sports car, fairly fast acceleration, and good gas mileage. Best midsize truck ever, for what most people do with trucks.
Love them can't wait to get one, the 1 yr old used market is hot, why spend $40K+ for a new one when you can get a 1 year old with low miles for $35K, we own a 2019 passport exl and is the nicest suv we've ever owned. They don't sell well I see them sit on dealer lots for months which is great for buyers.
I've had two. An 06 and a 21 RTLE. Love it. Totally dependable.
Personally I think you can say midsize pickup trucks sales are down across the board…no one is buying the Tacoma (over priced now a 4 turbo), Nissan Frontier always lags behind (perhaps it shouldn’t), and the Ridgeline. I think we can probably start considering that no one wants to take on loans that are at 7% for new vehicles and 10% for used vehicles. And that was designed to lower inflation and STOP people from spending. Perhaps that’s actually working? Not sure. It appears to keep people from spending but not keep these companies locally and globally from lowering their prices. IMO.
You need to do your research. I just bought a 2024 TrailSport MSRP $46830 for $42000. Discounts are everywhere unless you have no bargaining skills.
That was with no trade in?
@@MeltingRubberZ28discounts, yes, bargain.
I'm glad I saw your observations! They looked too pricey for me before knowing the shortcomings you and others cited.
Let's talk in 10 years we'll see whether or not all those 4 cylinders are worth a damn. A lot of truck sales are down. My last and final comment is you get what you pay for.
You have to shop around , I got $3000 off MSRP on my RTL , last summer
I was thrilled to sell my F150 @ 12 mpg and move into a Ridgeline @ 22/23 mpg, 29 on hwy. It has the biggest cabin of all mid size trucks and a useful bed with 50" between wheel wells, a trunk and the trick tailgate. Ride quality is great for road trips. It fails on off road use and towing capacity, two things I never do in my truck, even when I had an FX4 F150. To each his own, but it works for me.
My 2024 Ridgeline tows my 19 ft fiberglass Larson I/O speed boat just fine. I was a little worried at first but it had no problem towing it 3 hours to the place I store it for the winter. My boat and trailer weighs 4,000 to 5,000 lbs. Not exactly sure on the weight but close to the tow limit. I had to keep checking if it was still behind me, I was tempted to keep up with the speeders on the freeway. I don't live near mountains so I don't know how it would handle a long uphill pull like in Colorado. I would guess it can handle it. I would never try to pull a 35 ft camper with it, that's what the full size trucks are for.
Still, no small cab 6' bed option. Honda is fully capable of making a long bed Ridgeline. I'll never need rear seating in something called a truck. Room for more stuff in the bed and or the ability to put on a camper shell and lay down in it on road and camping trips would be far more useful. I get this obsession and new norm of almost all vehicles now coming with seating for 5. But to only offer that option in a truck is a big miss.
I just bought a 2024 black edition and just love the ride and all the safety features. It tows my 20 ft. deep V effortlessly and I am able to haul all the necessary building supplies for my many projects. I think this truck is perfect for most people that just need a truck for everyday projects and aren't mainly everyday construction workers. It is a superb truck with great features that I highly recommend. I also really like the look of the vehicle.
Is it a front Wheel Drive 1st then is a secondary all wheel drive 👨🏻🤘🏻🏎️🚩🌲⛰️🧗🏻
42k for a truck I didn't even know they were still making??? No thanks...
Honda had a golden opportunity to make an awesome truck
@@Jeff-sp7bg yep, but they had to do things the American way....
buy a used one, they are great
@@Jeff-sp7bg and owning one I can tell you they did. Just not awesome to you and some others.
@@MK-hb3xchave my 17 RTL-E at 63k miles and still enjoying it. Just wish they'd hurry up with the 3rd gen.
Bought a Ridgeline. It’s a truck that drives like an SUV and keeps it small and good for downtown Dallas. I am a superintendent. I haul materials, tools, equipment, ATVs, Motorcycles, and a bass boat. She does it all without worry. Handled pikes peak so well I didn’t have to stop for anything. (Sorry dodge and Chevy guys your breaks suck)
It’s a truck for people who don’t do long haul towing.
Want a V8? What about a towing package? Bet get a full sized but for the same as a Ridgeline you get all the tech and leather for the same price.
Also I get compliments from people who own a truck on the looks.
People who don’t own a truck give the most hate
Good opinion, that I just have to agree with. That sales number is just for Ridgeline? I’m thinking about buying one, but they haven’t really addressed the pricing issues yet (high supply, low demand = lower prices) PS. I worked with the Japanese automotive supply chain for 23 yrs, and then FOR a major Japanese automotive tier supplier for my last 12 yrs in my career. Your description of the Japanese auto mfrs as “arrogant” is spot on !!
I can tell you what the Honda dealership told me. If you're going to tow anything more than 1 jet ski, don't get the Ridgeline. It's not meant for towing or hauling anything serious.
Your dealership must be a gang of idiots. It can do more than some full size trucks in carrying capacity over 15,00 lb. It will be no problem towing the limits they place on it.
Sounds like sensible advice. A jetski, the trailer and other gear to use it sounds just about right.
Tows my 16' enclosed M/C trailer just fine......
I have a 2006 Ridgline and it’s been towing a 20 ft bass boat for 15 years
@@izwideopen9126 I hear 20 and now I'd like a 25 . Do I have anybody out there in UA-cam land towing a twenty-five foot long boat (or enclosed trailer) with a Honda Ridgeline picky yup truck?
I agree with you on shallow truck bed, it is only 17” which is one reason im holding off buying one. I like most everything else.
Yeah that’s a huge factor for many
Hey Good video and you're right about it being too shallow of a bed and also it have been great if they had a option for a 6-foot bed I understand many people don't need it but for those of us who are contractors I need a 6-foot bed. My first car back in the day was a Honda Civic and I love that thing so I really was interested to get the Ridgeline as my Toyota Tacoma's got more than 250,000 mi on it and I thought well maybe it's time for a new truck but I guess I'll just keep running the truck I got.
I thought the Honda might be ok for some people, but now that they use cylinder deactivation, no way would I want one of these. They ruined any chance it had of ever selling very well.
You can eliminate the cylinder deactivation with software, then you're good to go. But the Nissan Frontier is a solid V6 and cheaper, so I'd go with that (and I'm a Honda guy).
My 06 Odyssey has over 117kmiles. The VCM hasn't hurt anything. Mobil 1 every 5000 miles.
@@rebeltvr6046 worse payload though. Just depends what you want to do with it most often. Ridgeline actually has a higher payload rating than most full size Tundras
@@RSTX1836 I didn't know this. Surprising. Ridgeline always came across as a soft car-based pickup to me.
@@rebeltvr6046 yes Im in the market and you basically have to look at the payload sticker on the door jam to confirm.
I'm a long time Ford F250 guy, loved my 7.3's, but for everyday driving, it's hard to beat the comfort of the Ridgeline. I have a '23 and it is just a great truck. I'm building a cabin on the East side of Mt Hood and it hauls everything I need. I have a trailer for long lumber & for my quad. The trunk is an amazing feature! I travel on dirt roads to the cabin and fly fishing in Central Oregon and it goes everywhere I need to. Last winter we had a fair bit of snow, full time all wheel drive made running around a breeze. I do wish it had more ground clearance, but for me that's the only knock. I drove a new Tacoma back to back with the Ridgeline before buying, night and day. It was like they were from two different decades. If you're not a kid into all the mods and daydreams of rock crawling, you should give one a test drive.
yesterday i went to buy a 2024 and the dealer would not come down on price and when i said no and was walking out they said how about we take off $500 to help out?? i just kept walking.....i felt they should be taking off at lest $4000???
They are overpriced by at least 15% Plenty of other dealers that’ll like to have your business.
I bought one new in 2017. The dealer keeps asking me to trade it in for a new one. But the exterior is exactly the same as my 2017. So that’s a non-starter. Maybe a style refresh? Maybe a hybrid? Maybe give me $10k off MSRP?
I own a truck...a F150. I don't want a traditional truck. I want a suv with an open cargo bed...period.
Im in the market for a midsize truck.
I'm not going to go up a mountain with the truck. Seems 48k is out of my price range.
I don't need all the bell's and whistle which most do so-called trucks come with.
I will definitely refuse to get a turbo. A V6 4x4 is just find for my use. Thanks for your video.
I bought a new 2017 it's its now coming up on 8 years old. Not one problem since new. It's a really good truck comfortable and smooth.
What a sucky channel this is!!! I just bought a 24RL...................Expensive? Compared to Tacoma, Canyon, Ranager... it is a great deal for the money.
Excellent comment and you are right on the owner of this UA-cam video does not know what he’s talking about!
Better ride in its segment. Tows and hauls enough for the majority .
It's just the guy's opinion. Can't we give that much without the harshness? 😊
@@587G he's a hater
I love my 2019. The bed is shallow and things blow out easily if not tied securely. I have the hard cover that I like.
I agree, it is a truck. I had considered buying one but the price is a deal breaker. For that price, you could get a dang Colorado ZR1
Yep
That colorado will be rusting in a junkyard in 10 years. GM junk
@@Jeff-sp7bg nah not if you take care of it, maintain it.
It’s not a truck. It’s a car. Most SUVs are more truck than this. A BMW X5 can tow 2000 more lbs than this thing and has more clearance
18:35 I bought a new 2018 RTLT AWD. Best features are the fuel economy…up to 28 mpg Highway, comfortable suspension and the passenger side mirror camera. No mechanical issues in 48k miles. One Recall notice. Also very easy towing up to 5,000 lbs. What I absolutely hated was the depth of the bed. Couldn’t even get a 17” cooler to fit under the hard bed cover. It also did not have enough front legroom or seat room for my 6’3” 275 lb frame. Just too cramped on long trips. Interior quality degraded quickly with daily use. I’d get surveys from Honda asking about current & future tailgate designs and other useless stuff. The 3 modes of traction weren’t anything special and the truck felt heavy and underpowered in sand. I sold it and took a beating on it despite accessorizing mainly with Honda parts. I wouldn’t buy another one unless these negative items were addressed by a total redesign….not just changing the grill, wheels, color availability and tailgate function. I’m sure this would surely Jack the prices even higher as I’ve been told that Honda has never recouped their initial R&D dollars from its initial design. Blowing it is a most accurate description sadly.
Really like my 2024 Ridgeline. Always driven cars, so this is my 1st truck. Purchased to haul a small boat.
The reality is that the platform is at or nearing it's end of life and is stale compared to competitors who have rolled out new platforms. I LOVE my 2018 Ridgeline RTL-E and I use it as a truck! I load firewood and stone and mulch and anything else I need to move. It tows my 24' 4900 lb tri-toon without breaking a sweat!
I personally like the ridgeline But they have to come down on the price. The reason I didn't buy the 2024 version is because I'm waiting on the 2025 to see if it gets a facelift. If not, I'm gonna be looking at the Ford Maverick.
To me, it’s a perfect family mid size city truck. To me, it’s worth it if only in the fact that it will outlast any of the competition. Why would I buy a Colorado, Ranger, Tacoma turbo, or any other truck when they all will start having problems. My Ridgeline will last me 300K easy
I looked at all the smaller trucks. This is the ONLY truck that has 48"+ between the wheel wells, which allows you to to set a sheet of drywall between the wheel wells, others are 44". They also have a huge trunk in the bed. It also has a LOT of options in the entry model. I made a headache rack with 6" higher sides from aluminum which ads a whole lot of utility. The bed is THE best of the all the smaller pickups. Yes you pay more for it, once. Aftermarket parts are rare. The ride is excellent. It has car seat room for the grandkids, fold up the seats for the tools and dog. The adaptive cruise control is wonderful in traffic. It's a Honda Pilot SUV with a truck bed, perfected for over two decades. It's a "Trar" (truck/car).
Where did you find this many Ridgelines in 1 place? The local dealer near me when they get a new Ridgeline, it rarely stays on their lot a week. Most of the time a Ridgeline will be sold in a few days and a Pilot or Passport will sell in MINUTES (when you see something in their inventory, you better reserve it immediately)! I was looking for a 2019 or 2020 Passport, found a 2019 on their inventory that sold 5 minutes before I called them at 8:05am!! Luckily, the salesman I deal with remembered I would buy a Passport the next time I needed a vehicle and he called later with another Passport to look at, I told him "Hold that Passport!"
I saw the Priority Honda plates.
I had a 2017, had nothing but trouble with it. Torque converter, navi, fuel pump, 2 sets of injectors, catalytic converter. Got rid of it at 95,000 miles, right before needing a timing belt replacement. I actually loved the truck. The quality just isn't there anymore.
Sounds like a pile of garbage.
My 2020 black edition has been great. Like a sport ute on hwy and city, smooths out washboard unlike my old Silverado, and a quad fits in the bed. Perfect vehicle for someone like me. Recommend a leveling kit as a basic upgrade.
$2500 off in Altoona PA plus 1.9% 36 month financing. I plan on picking one up next week
I did buy a Ridgeline got a ‘23 with 3400 miles on it for 11K under asking price! Good on gas, good on size, and big enough engine to do what I need to do.
I will give it the modern version is not the " Suv with a birth defect " anymore but it needs a more rugged look. I agree with the prices are way too high and the bed needs to be deeper.
I have a 2006 Ridgeline that looks and runs like new with 140,000 miles. Love it
Had planned on buying a new Ridgeline but a lot of what I like was changed and what I didn’t like they kept.
The bed is great. I use it all the time from street and dirt motorcycles to construction supplies. The trunk is amazing and the best part of the truck hands down.
The power is so so but the miles per gallon is a joke.
The back door window was great but now it is two piece and that sucks when sitting in the back.
The headlight switch gets hit with your knee all the time when getting out and they kept that. WHY.
The all wheel drive works great from snow to off roading. And yes I have used on both much more than your average person. I set mine up with front back and cameras that should be a option from the factory. The front camera I made and installed, is used far more than the back camera with the hard to see edge if the front when parking in tight spots. I put just a little bigger tires on that you would never notice other than my Ridgeline has a more proportional look.
Ridgeline can make changes to make it a top seller but they have yet to keep the good and change the bad.
I had an 06 that I bought used with 155000 on it. That's the reason I bought a 23 brand new to replace it. Awesome vehicle.
Paid $29,700 in 2017. known problems: Flickering lights, tailgate wiring recall, flucuating rpms in ECO mode, fuel pump recall. transmission slippage.
I've had 4 Ridgelines (08, 12,13 and currently a 23), love them. I bought a 23 Toyota 4runner but at my age hated the ride, it beat the Hell out of me, so I traded it on the 23 Ridgeline and never looked back. This vehicle isn't for the person that hauls heavy items, it's not for off roading, it's for trips to the hardware stores or gravel roads to go fishing. It did really well in the snow this past winter, had one storm that laid 12" of snow and it was like driving on a dry road... seriously.
People screaming it’s not a truck are the same ones who have a 2500HD High Country to go to Costco and Starbucks with
Depends on your negotiation skills and finding the willing dealer. Got mine 2023 BE in Jan 2023 5K off MSRP. Love the ride quality. Only wish they raised ground clearance by 2", add bird eye view and bring back shift knob.
My wife just got one. She loves it. Best price for what you get. She traded in her 2013. I still have my 2013. I’ve hauled a lot of stuff with mine. From helping move to brush to mini bikes kayaks furniture sacks of feed and groceries. With a hard trifold they’re waterproof bed which has a trunk!
And two way tailgate. And my wife’s tailgate locks!
The lower sales isn't unique to the Ridgeline. High prices, high interest rates, and lack of cost of living increases nationwide contribute more to the lack of sales than this specific model - and in this economy, a purchase might not be a truck along with a ridgeline being a not so popular model to begin with. This is a great vehicle for most people. seats 4 reasonably comfortably, drives and rides well (it is unibody after all), and it has An bed that can be used for most peoples day to day use and occasional loading up stuff use. It really is the silver bullet one stop shop for most people. My suggestion is: buy one that is 3-4 years old just coming off a lease.
The Ridgeline is a good looking vehicle and Honda motors have a great reputation. Change the oil and rotate the tires they should last 100 k miles with no problems.
I bought a 2017 ridgeline and don't feel like I am missing out on the brand new off the lot one, smaller private dealership that was closing down in a couple months and they were ready to move everything off the lot on a good deal so it was good timing
Where I live they are discounting it by $2500. Most Tacomas (95%) are being offered with similar features and at the same and higher prices. Two things never pointed out is that the Ridgeline bed is 4" longer and a full 12" WIDER!! Also never pointed out is that the wheel wells intrude only about 2" whereas the Tacoma is around 10" or more! This can make a huge usability difference. I own a Ridgeline and a Tacoma prior to it.
Have a first-gen 2010 that I bought new for hauling toys.
I do like the deeper bed on the originals.
I’ve owned the ridgeline from 2006 to 2023.
The truck hasn’t really changed other than body. I loved that truck and it never failed me in 225,000 miles until my son totaled it. He was safe with airbags going off and the truck protected him.
This truck went extremely well in the snow and mud. It will also hold more than most trucks. With the trunk space for tools and all your stuff, you didn’t need to take up back seat space, if you have 5 people. Being able to lock everything in the trunk was awesome. The tailgate was cool as well. Being able to reach tools ect, without crawling into the bed was very nice. Flip the tailgate down and haul Sheetrock and you name it, I carried it in this truck.
I think a hybrid for more power and economy would be nice.
They need to make it look cool and more aggressive. I agree they need to make a real change and offer other engines. Also add low range gearing for off roading. Crawl mode would be nice. I love the truck for 90% of what we do with our trucks.
I just leased a 24 RTL. Their lease deals are killer on the ridgeline
I recently purchased a 2023 Ridgeline, and the only issue I have encountered thus far is that the windows tend to fog up. I bought it a year ago, just 3000 miles. You don't buy a truck for fuel economy😅.
sure you do.
I really liked the ride and handling on the Ridgeline I owned. But no more Honduh for me. The cruise control can’t maintain speeds on hills and speeds up going downhill which makes using CC a pain with any other traffic around. The cylinder deactivation was annoying and I bypassed that. What made me sell it is I lightly bumped the corner of the rear bumper and it took $2K to fix it. As you notice the rear bumper, if you can call it that, attaches to the bed side. So you need to repaint the whole bedside to fix it if you just touch the bumper corner. The audio system was laughably bad in a vehicle that expensive.
I have a 06 an love it lots of room nice mpg just in my opinion needs more chrome lots more
you aren't seeing the forest for the tress. sales are down across the board.
I have the 2022 Black Edition and I really dislike the responsiveness of the engine and transmission. I really have to kill the pedal to get it to move. This is especially true during rolling take off. It takes forever to downshift and go. I also can't get used to not having a shifter. I have an 07 Pilot and this thing can really accelerate. I bought the Ridgeline thinking it would have the same responsiveness but not the case.
Bought new 2023 ridgeline a year or so ago after owning 20 years of Tacoma's. Would have bought Tacoma again but they were unavailable. So glad they werent available as I love the new Ridgeline. I dont need a contractor pickup, which this is not by any means. But it is perfect for hauling lighter loads, drywall or plywood, no wheel wells to clear. Love the secure bed trunk. Rides like a nice car and not a truck. Love it
Not the only unibody. Theres also the Hyundai Santa Cruz, and the Ford Maverick. This is not a truck...low ground clearance, low bed clearance, AWD. The TrailSport trim makes it even more commical.
I love my Ridgeline 2020 30k and no single issue!
My wife's 2021 Highlander has 23,000 miles with no issues!
Love my 2024 Ridgeline 3k miles no issues.
I own a 2019 Ridgeline. I really like it. Best vehicle that I have ever owned. However, with the new Ridgeline model, they have 2 things that I do not like. [1. The change of the seats and console. Prior, it was nice to be able to use the console as a table and adjust the arm rests in the middle. No longer - copying off of other truck manufacturers. 2. The push button gear shift. I like the stick.] They also need to raise the ground height some and increase towing capability. It's a bit too low to the ground. I love the swing out tailgate and in-bed trunk. I can get 30 mpg with cruise control in warm weather. Very comfortable and smooth ride! AWD works great in snow! I hope to keep mine a long time! I did get a $5,000 discount, as I bought it right before the 2020 models came out. Keep in mind too, that the Ridgeline is the 2nd most American parts made truck in America, second to the Ford Ranger. The Ridgeline is built in Alabama. The Maverick is cheap because it is made in Mexico and is smaller. Too small for me. Whatever suits your needs.
I have a 22 Ridgeline and I have hauled 8 4x8 sheets of vantec subfloor with ease and I live in mountainous terrain. The subfloor lies flat also as the bed is wider. It has been able to haul anything I have loaded it with and tows very well also. It does anything as well as trucks I have owned in the past ( Ford, Chevy and Toyota ) yeah I call it my truck because that is what it is, don’t have an inferiority complex at my age ( 80 ) either
Last year I wanted to purchase a 2023 Ridgeline Black Edition and could never get a decent price on one. I've owned over 40 new vehicles over the years and I've never owned a Honda because the dealerships I went to in the DC Metropolitan area and now in Central PA just won't deal or they jerk you around all day long and you still walk out without one.
No such thing as a "decent price" anymore. That ship has sailed
One of the big positives about the Ridgeline is the Super Handling All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD). NO full size truck can match the capability of AWD with torque vectoring. Best AWD system out there.