2021 Honda Ridgeline Review: More than enough truck
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- čas přidán 2. 07. 2024
- The 2021 Honda Ridgeline is the perfect pickup for those who want to have their cake and eat it, too.
No, it doesn’t have the outright capability of a traditional truck, but it counters with SUV-like comfort and drivability while retaining an open bed, decent towing and payload capacities, and some seriously clever storage solutions inside and out. Push past the sticker shock, and this is more than enough truck for the vast majority of tasks, not to mention the vast majority of buyers. AutoTrader.ca Road Test Editor Dan Ilika says he was surprised by Honda's small truck, and walks through the reasons why it may surprise you too.
Read the full review on AutoTrader.ca:
www.autotrader.ca/expert/2021...
00:00 Intro
00:45 Enough truck for almost everyone
02:23 Powertrain and Specs
03:28 Fuel economy
04:15 User-friendliness
05:07 Cabin storage
05:43 Cabin comfort
06:27 Cargo space
07:01 Cargo features
08:09 Trims and Pricing
08:58 A note about the Forward Collision Warning
09:37 Trims and Pricing, continued
10:37 Value vs Competition
11:53 Pros and Cons
12:13 Conclusion - Auta a dopravní prostředky
I recently asked myself, “what do I actually need out of a truck,” and because my needs have changed over the years I just traded my Tundra in for the Ridgeline. So to elaborate, I don’t need to tow more than 5000lbs anymore and I now work out of my truck which means all the tools that were in my black seat can move to the lockable trunk. I can now carry the family around in a clean cab and still do all the hauling I need for work while saving significantly on fuel.
Thanks for sharing!
I'm on the same boat. I have properties and I will haul drywall lumber etc for the occasional renovation. I was about to get a tundra but I am seriously starting to look at the Ridgeline now. I think a lot of it is psychological, for example people don't want to be seen in a Honda truck but like the big, muscular body on frames. Is it practical though?
this will be my retirement ride at the end of this year. the 2022 black edition.
Confused when complain you can't stretch your legs but your really close the steering wheel seems counter productive at your height.
Out the door i paid 42,000 for my 2020 rtl ridgeline, 100 mile commute 5 days a week and had it for a year now, all around great truck and features, like the bigger cab, and the in bed storage is one of the best ideas. Everything I used to lock in the cab now goes securely in the bed storage compartment out of sight. Whether it's my work box or luggage it has a secure home. Good job Honda.
Not sure about the tires on your tester but mine is one of the quietest vehicles I have owned. Still the best all around Mid-sized truck in North America.
I love it my 2022 Ridgeline sport
What's your favourite thing about it?
Thank you for the review
If it has a bed….its a truck! All trucks have different capabilities, but the bed defines it.
I just ordered a 2022 Ridgeline RTL-E, as I no longer need a full-sized pickup, and I must say that I am trading in my Tundra. I liked my Tundra except for the 13-18 mpg. I test-drove a 2017 Ridgeline and I was immediately sold. However, I will have to wait 150 days for delivery 🚚😟 of a new Ridgeline.
Move the seat back. Thats why you look like your kissing the windshield.!
I own one ..a 23 rtl-e it's definitely NOT NOISEY inside..infact this is the only guy I've heard say that after watching countless reviews
Thank you for addressing the gear selector... also lose the captains chairs and the auto start/stop.
Why don't you like the captain chairs
i want the heated and cooled seats and heated rear seats with the climate control in the back on these canada models, how do i get a canada model in the USA, I live close to vancouver BC (live near seattle)
Give me a hybrid variant that gets 32+ MPGs & a 600mi+ range tank
i have a 2010 ridgeline,and love it,but 53k for a new ridgeline?Its absurd,might as well get an f-150 or ram pickup
Notice this is the Canadian channel, the US price is "lower" as they are quoting in their currency, and this test is one of the higher trims. I am picking up a new 2021 Sport (the base) next month which is being factory ordered for me and the price is $36k US. The top of the line Black edition in the US is around $45k US.
@@jg8263 The Base price Ridgeline is $37,710 +$1,200 destination fee, and tax and license, you're looking at $43,000 OTD for a base trim
@@Striker50_ odd, since I am getting my sport delivered later this month, and have paperwork done, and if I were not trading, the price would be 38k all in. Clearly I have a better dealer.
I liked since the first time I saw it, but it's ridiculous overpriced & the upgrades still doesn't justify the price.
In my opinion, Honda could it snach the heart of Toyota by going full size.
A full size version with the actual asking price would it be a killer.
Most people don't need a full size
If the Ridgeline gets it's act together, it can sell 200,000+ a year
whos shooting the video inside?
Too bad US versions don’t have ventilated seats.
For the price of this suv truck you can get a f150 or silverado for cheaper
Okay, besides it’s looks, is it a reliable vehicle? Because that’s the most important thing that should be talked about in detail
The 2017 Ridgelines are doing quite bad
It's a Honda
Hi Dan, With the new lightweight trucklettes from Ford and Hyundai, is it possible the Ridgeline is too much truck? ;-) To be serious, a wagon, CUV or minivan teamed with a utility trailer is a much better solution for most people.
I’ve driven the Santa Cruz but not the Maverick at this point, but I can say that the Ridgeline is noticeably larger and more spacious inside.
The Maverick and Santa Cruz don't compete in the same segment. The Ridgeline competes with the Tacoma, Colorado, Canyon, Ranger, and Frontier. If you are looking for an SUV you probably wouldn't be too interested in a truck.
@@mgp9733 Thanks, If I was looking for a truck, a full frame would be a minimum requirement. If I do not need a frame, I do not need a truck.
did they fix the terrible back-up camera? resolution was the worst...
So-so. Honda's camera/screen combos in general aren't the best in terms of resolution (although the new Civic is an improvement).
-Dan
@@autotrader_ca Thanks Dan. We bought a '18 Accord new and the camera is excellent. We test drove a Ridgeline of the same year and the camera was terrible. The Passport has the new camera like our Accord and was excellent also. Just wondering if they upgraded the Ridgeline.
I don't think rear climate control, rear heated seats and ventilated seats are available at any trim level in US specs
Not yet. Hopefully with the 2022. Give me those options, Modern Steel Metallic, and a hybrid that gets near 500 miles then I’m getting it
This is AutoTrader Canada so please y'all, keep it polite in the comments.
Ventilated seats?? Thought only heated.
The Touring and Black Edition trims feature heated and ventilated front seats.
@@danilika9420
Thanks I learned something new.
In Canada they get it with ventilated seats.
@@juanfernandez9492 makes no sense it's cold up there it should be the opposite
@@robertblack6630 we have hot and humid summer days up here,too
Price is wrong. Black Edition is 44k US
The price in the video is Canadian.
How many people in this comment section are missing that this is the Canadian dollar price, so do the currency conversion. Sport is $36k US and Black Edition is $45k US, that is the lowest and highest prices of the Ridgeline.
Tested at $53k ? Without the HP wheel packages, really?
Not correct Black Edition is 44k
@@throughthefire4199 The price in the video is Canadian.
These are Canadian prices....
@@robertol543 Got it
he Ridgeline was originally at the top of my list. However, the 2021 only comes in AWD and unless you live in the snowbelt, you are paying $3,500 more for something you will never need. The real deal breaker is the 3.5 liter interference engine with a timing belt. Honda is the last manufacturer to use timing belts. So Honda wants the buyer to pay $1,300 to change the timing belt (and water pump is recommended) every 60-100K as "normal" maintenance? The info system and push button shifter says cheap all day long. Sorry Honda but a real truck can be had for thousands less.
Timing belts should never have reached the 21st century.
The current 2nd Generation Ridgeline 2017-2021 AWD System is Honda IVTM4
It's Torque Vectorng AWD System mechanically simular to Acura Super Handling AWD System. But it's programed differently than a MDX or RDX. The Ridgeline Pilot Passport all have the top of line AWD System.
Not only for snow also aids in cornering on dry road twisty curves a on ramp at speed. Also towing FWD only tows 3,500lbs with AWD it adds heavy duty Transmission Cooler increases towing 5,000lbs So in mud dirt road sand slippery boat ramp you would use this AWD System as well.
Plenty of CZcams videos explaining this particular AWD System. Previous 1st Generation Ridgeline 2006-2014 all came standard with Honda VTM4 and they have 4WD System simular to 2st Generation MDX. The FWD only models of Ridgeline weren't selling well that's why they canceled that.
CZcams Acura SH-AWD vs Honda IVTM4 AWD System
Best example and they have plenty of videos of Passport and Pilot demonstration. As this is not like other Honda AWD Systems
@@rightlanehog3151 I was mistaken, it is $1,300 for a timing belt change
@@clarkkent9080 Yes, that is what it costs today, how much will it cost in 10 years?
@@rightlanehog3151 I don't understand why anyone would think it is ok to have a significant "normal $$ routine" maintenence item on a vehicle today. It addition, I do not want half of my engine bay disassembled and hope the mechnic remembers to put it back together correctly. Honda (VW $800 transmission flush required after warrenty/free scheduled maintenance runs out) is not the only manfacturer doing something like this. I just want the consumer to be informed that all other manufacturers switched to chains a decade ago and they can make up their own mind if they are ok with the expense.
Bro why do you drive with the steering wheel jammed into your chest wtf
Timing belt , no center armrest , push buttons in the center console area ... wasted area ... needs a deeper bed .... needs a bit more rear leg room .... needs at least a 5.5 ft bed .... needs an engine update with 300 hp 300 ft lb.... needs better infotainment system .... do all these tweaks and Honda could have a real winner !
I so wanted to like this truck, in the end I couldn’t get past the 1998 interior . For the price you can buy a lot more truck and still get better fuel mileage. Honda needs to stop sweeping the dust off it every few years and just bury it out back. They obviously couldn’t care less about a product!
98 interior? Lol I don't think so