The 2024 Honda Ridgeline Trailsport Is A More Capable Pragmatic Truck With Better Tech
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- čas přidán 6. 03. 2024
- The #HondaRidgeline may be getting a little long in the tooth, but for 2024, #Honda has given the #Ridgeline its first ever #Trailsport trim and it also gets the new 9" touch screen from the redesigned Pilot. The #RidgelineTrailsport also gets more off-road capability thanks to an off-road tuned suspension, all-terrain tires, skid plates, and a unique look on the outside.
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Honda’s Ridgeline may not be the biggest, quickest, or most capable truck on the market, but for about 90% of buyers, it literally is all the truck you’ll ever need. We expect Honda to redesign it for 2026, but the updates for 2024 make it more appealing!
The Passport did not receive the minor tech upgrades for 2024, so I’m assuming it will be all new for 25, can’t wait do not need the pickup bed.
@@rick8125it’s confirmed that Passport will be all new for 2025 model year, it will be introduced later this year.
Nailed it
I have owned 3 of them and I agree, it’s all the truck I need, love it😎, just wish it was 1 inch taller though
It also will never break down
Great trucks! I have a small fleet of these for my home building company. We switched over to these a few years ago from GM half-ton trucks. The time and money saved with these is surprisingly high. Incredibly reliable and efficient, not to mention more comfortable in the cabin (ergonomics/visibility/fit and finish/durability) as well as ride quality. I would recommend them to anyone in the trades.
I’ll say this Ridgeline is perfect for car buyers ~~ Honda was smart when they made this car off of the Pilot platform since it’ll be easier to live with. Also that Honda 3.5L V6 is still a gem of an engine. No matter how old that engine is, it’s still a phenomenal engine that will be very reliable. And the interior may be old, but I still think this looks very easy to use and simple for the average person. Honda got it right with the interior ergonomics.
I'm almost certain this will be my next purchase. I'm not ready to hop on the EV trend yet, but I am ready to transition to a "Truck" that drives like a SUV/Car.
@@MichaelStanton if you’ve driven a Pilot you should be able to drive this since their the same car underneath~ also you will love the sound of that naturally aspirated V6, because this J-series V6 will be phased out very soon. Honda’s J-series V6 will be very reliable for you, since it’s been built for over 30 years at this point.
I had a 2010 crosstour with the 3.5 and it ran like a top for 10 years.I traded in on a stinger in 2020 and got almost 15k for it--then since I was buying the stinger outright I got a 5k rebate--so I paid 20k for a 2020 Stinger GT 3.3 AWD and then sold the stinger after covid lifted for 12 k more then I paid.I own a Kona N rt now but I ebike and goto the mountains and will look at one of these next year.BTW every button--seats--in the crosstour-- etc were literally in the same condition they were when I bought it new.
Honda should have used the J37 instead of the j35 for more power and torque. I'm sure they have excess J37 motors from the discontinued Acura RLX.
who buys this thing because barely see it on the road. Does not look a truck at all even the Tacoma looks better than this
You are still one of the best car reviewers.
My J35 V6 in an Accord Coupe still runs great even at 240K miles. They're rock solid engines.
Why does that coupe need a V6? Never knew that, interesting
@@Bellizz0913even the sedan up until the 9th generation still had a V6 so not just the coupe~~
Have you replaced the timing belt? Cost?
@@Noone-dy7sh Once before and another one coming up soon. About $1100-1200.
@@christamu2 The dealer I visited quoted me $2500.
Sofyan really flexing that deep well of Honda knowledge. Effortlessly, I might add.
I remember your review of the ‘09 Ridgeline. I still own that exact spec’d truck 15 years later. Amazing rig.
Just bought this exact truck, color and all last week! Great timing.
I got a 2023 with the same color so many compliments about that color
@@tonywhite2567 good choice it’s a beautiful color.
Did you lease or purchase?
A local dealership(SoCal) is asking 4k down with $490 lease 30k/3 years wondering if that’s high
@@robertaghayan4435 purchased. That lease is for what model?
do you have any advice for me? i’m trying to trade in my 2020 rtl ridgeline but don’t know if i should get the 2024 trail or black edition. how are you liking the trail so far??
Besides the technical details that brought my attention to your video, you have an excellent flow of speech and awesome modulation which is pleasant to hear. Nice review
It has that good ole' Honda 3.5 V6. Can't beat it! This might not be the flashiest vehicle, but it is simple and reliable which has a lot of value.
Timing belt is ridiculous in 2024.
Had a 2010 Crosstour and that 3.5 was like butter and never a hiccup ever.
I’m going to miss this engine when it’ll be phased out in a lot of Honda products. The only ones that have it for now are the Ridgeline, the Acura MDX, the Odyssey, and the Passport. I believe that’s it.
Dont buy, dont complain simple @@americandude3825
@@TonyKimtheamusementparkfanYup, by the time the next generation of those vehicles come out and possibly the refresh 2025 Acura MDX, they will replace the VTEC J35 SOHC V6 with the non-VTEC J35 DOHC V6 engine found in 2023-present Honda Pilot.
This filming spot has started to look familiar I always notice the red barn 😂Keep up the amazing work!
2 things that would make this truck 10/10. #1 timing chain not belt #2 the rear power window lowered the entire back glass not just the little section.
And #3 lift it another inch or two. Then you're in business!
I had a 21' RTL-E that I leased to give it a try. Never had a big vehicle before.
Now I drive an Integra Type S. Always wanted to have a super sport compact. My roots are FWD and manual so this perfectly fit the requirement.
Never imagined that I was going to miss it so much, the bed trunk is the best feature it had. My lifestyle got adjusted towards a pickup.
At least we have an Odyssey in the house that can do some of hauling.
Definitely if Im in need of a another vehicle in the future. It will be a Ridgeline.
The subtle changes tot he 2024 Ridgeline (all trim levels) is SO substantial in person. No more flip down arm rests - nice large arm rest / storage compartment. The piano black plastics are gone which held finger prints like crazy and looked so cheap! The ride height is taller. I don't know how or why, I don't think I'm crazy, but in person I swear it sits a tad higher now. Also a big fan of the new gauge cluster. My only gripes or more so wishes are that they'd beef up the front brakes to a larger rotor and caliper combo and that they'd give it a larger external transmission cooler. Those are updates that I made to my gen 1 Ridgeline especially since I do some towing with it. I wish the prices of new vehicles would stop creeping up too! I would LOVE a black edition, but you're looking at 50k for one. Ouch! My gen 1 is still running strong with over 200k on it. The engines are mostly unchanged after all this time, but tuned for more power AND more mpg. I don't know how the engineers managed to improve on BOTH! And thank goodness there's no sign of them down grading to a 4cyl turbo like the newest Tacoma just did. I will take the bulletproof and punchy V6 over a turbo or hybrid any day especially for a truck!
It's not just you
I test drove it last week
Looks much taller in person
My 2021 ridgeline is great. Does everything I need a truck to do.
Bought my 2024 Trailsport a month ago. Absolutely love it. Tougher look, much improved infotainment center, and great new refresh features in the interior. Love the Ridgeline badge on the rear as well. Really happy with my purchase.
How's the comfort when driving from point A to be point B?
For 84% of consumers, picking up some hardware and small lumber at Home Depot, driving to the hockey rink in winter and braving the "off road" conditions of a snow-covered Costco parking lot .....this "truck" / SUV meets ALL their needs. Great driving characteristics, great build quality, stellar reliability, good mileage and amazing longevity and practicality. All of those things MISSING from light duty pick-ups from Ford, Ram or GM.
100% agree
But you can't wipe your nose on your sleeve like you can driving an F-250.
Well said. Agree 100%
My question is how does it handle the curbs in the Starbucks parking lot?
I mean I call bullshit on the great driving characteristics and on the mileage. It's a ridgeline it's based on a pilot, we are not talking about it being great either like a miata or a Rolls-Royce.
Second my big lifted offroad truck with all terrain tires gets the same or better mileage than this so I wouldn't be trying to tout its efficiency. If I had a regular road trim the mileage would completely surpass the ridgeline by getting the highway numbers into the low 30s.
love my 2019, still going very well.
I love my 2020 Honda Ridgeline. Best vehicle I ever owned and that includes my wife's 4Runner. Honda hit a homerun with this. Only gripe I have is the backseat is the biggest you can get in a midsize truck but my kids are tall(Over 6 feet). They can't sit behind me. Outside of that. Chef's kiss!
Same here. The 2020 has better aerodynamics than the new ones as well.
Why better than the 4Runner? I am considering both.
Former Chevy guy here! But, I became a honda service advisor last August. I absolutely love the Ridgeline. I want the white black edition.
I like the Ridgeline. It’s basically an Accord with a truck bed.
I love my 2011, 230k miles. Here in Oklahoma I am considered a minivan driver.
Nice review as always. I bought a 2023 RL RTL-E about 2 months ago as a replacement for a 2014 Ford F-150 King Ranch that was 'totaled'. The RL has an impressive ride - supple but composed and the truck is very quiet especially on smooth asphalt. The 2024 TS replaced the RTL-E with a similar price but you loose the 8 speaker 'premium' sound system w/in-bed audio. I did drive a 2024 RTL as well but the RTL-E seemed quieter overall. Anyway, this truck is very impressive in its ride, handling and plenty of power when you give the GO pedal a workout. For a mid-size truck this is more than adequate for many 'truck' buyers.
Don't forget the rtle still got power outlet and not the ts
A very sensible and practical vehicle.
One of the few objective, knowledgeable, reviewers on CZcams. You always mention little details that most people won't notice until they buy the truck. My biggest gripe? Honda interiors have become so depressing. Some contrast stitching and more soft touch materials would go a long way in improving the appearance of all Honda vehicles. A few additional colors would be nice too. And, do we really need paddle shifters in a Honda?
All new trucks come with turbo 4-6 cylinders and all kinds of crazy tech. GM's V8s are still having valvetrain issues. Ford Coyote wet belt pump, no start stop disable button, ticking complaints galore = no thanks. My last pentastar went 70k until it lost a headgasket, now they really want me to get a turbo inline version??. I cant believe that I'm seriously looking into a Ridgeline. Honda has a major oportunity to keep it simple and reliable and win some new customers.
I'm now in my 40's and want a ridgeline... What's happening to me!?!?
Join the club 😂🤣😁
With age wisdom.☺️
I'm 30 and want one 😅
They’re gonna need a full redesign for 2025 to stay relevant and bring the Ridgline in line with the rest of the Honda families new designs. Excited to see what they have in store.
I like that I can shut the engine off in Drive and the ECM automatically put the transmission in Park.
Great and thorough review. I’m currently looking at both the 23 and 24 models. The 24 models have a few nice upgrades, but the 23’s have some outstanding discounts in my area if you can find one. I can’t decide whether to go with the newer version or save some money in these inflationary times.
Honda trucks whips looks beautiful ❤this!!!
Strange that Honda took the 110v outlet out of the bed for this TrailSport. They only have it in the Black Edition. Considering this is their "outdoor" and "camping" model you would think they would have it. Also, strange they pulled other features like the upgraded radio out of this. It would be nice if this had all the features of the RTL-E this replaced in the lineup. Hopefully Honda realizes this mistake when they refresh this model. People want the offroad version with all the features. Either that or they need to offer 2 versions of the trailsport.
Honda's biggest issue is offering customization to their trims. Something they can't compete against with the big three of the U.S. Their business model is streamlined for U.S. buyers because it reduces their manufacturing line costs here. It lets them pay their U.S. workers "less" (compared to other countries where they manufacture) and reduces investment in the manufacturing line equipment.
I own a 22 RTL-E with the outlet in the back, and I’m an avid camper.
I have never once used it, and it’s honestly not that great considering it’s an ungrounded port.
Best bet for campers these days is a battery/inverter/solar combo like Jackery, Ecoflow, or Anker.
Honda has finally addressed all my concerns. The only thing I'd like to see is a mega cab that has more back seat room but no one else does this in the segment soo its just me being overly picky
Honda Ridgeline black edition has cooled seats that makes me happy
I have a 21 Ridgeline. Like Sarah-n-tuned’s review, Honda did not want to make the truck to be like the others. They targeted at what people use a mid size truck for. Daily transportation and on-road driving. Honda has a win. They know they can not compete with Taco or Jeep, so they took the opposite direction and scored a win. Great job Honda.
It would be interesting to see the new pilot v6 and 10 spd in here. None the less the performance figures are quite good
Can you review the Black Edition? I'm looking to get one and I'd love to see it get the Redline treatment.
6 Ft bed is on my list of desirable options
If you live in a location that gets lots of snow the IVTM4 is a big reason to buy. I have a 20 RTL-E and put snow tires all around and it handles the snow and slush better than any “regular” truck.
Great review & truck!
Great review. The Ridgeline TrailSport or Black Edition is the bench mark in the midsize segment for my needs. We tow a small camper that weighs 2900 lbs. So, the RL is just fine with its 5,000 lb tow capacity. Plus, at 1,500 plus lbs of real world payload, the RL exceeds the real world payload of many of its competitors. Plus, we value reliability and safety. The RL’s capability plus all of its innovations and features make it a strong contender for us. We plan to buy at the end of 2024.
We have a 2017 Ridgline and for the most part still like it minus the god aweful entertainment system and gage cluster. However, was expecting more from Honda even for a remodel as it doeen't look, drive or moved the game on in 7 years (2nd generation). Think Honda could have taken more risk rather than play it safe! However old saying if its not broke don't change it!
I had a G1 08 for 13 years, my son drives it it now. I was so disappointed to find out that the 21 I have now is actually slightly worse when it comes to ground clearance and approach/break over and departure angles. I was hoping for slightly better, or worse case no change, I got slightly worse. It is fantastic- as my G1 was- on moderately deep snow covered or icy roads. Better than most "real" 4Wd trucks/SUVs I have owned. But, I have never had the nerve to take it off road due to the above mentioned issues, along with zero under body protection on G1 or G2. The new Trail Sport has not solved even one of those problems(though you say they added some skid plates?), so I will not be getting a new one. I was excited to see the Trailsport added, figuring it would get at least every improvement that is on the new Pilot TS. Sadly, no. No significant improvements. 7.6" of ground clearance is pathetic for any truck that goes off road in even mild conditions. So I will stick with what I have, unless I want to get a more off road worthy truck or SUV pf another brand. Maybe they will do a decent upgrade next year, we will see.
Would be sick if Honda make a type r version of this. 330HP type r engine, manual with bucket seats. Would definitely get one lol
It would be interesting, but at that point you would be better served by a Civic Type R. A Ridgeline like that would be performance compromised
@@Aki_Lesbrinco already have a type r, wanna add a truck lol
I think it would be beneficial for them to instead offer the HPD that has a real upgraded suspension. A “tuned” version with another 10-15 hp would also be cool.
Same remote from 9th Gen Accord 👌🏽
I have the 2021 Honda Ridgeline Touring. Still very similar to the 2024. Not sure if the new one has a 10 speed or if it is still the 9 speed like I have.
So excited for the new generation. This is a good base. Make it a littke mofe truck like, more aggressive looking, bur keep that smooth SUV driving dynamic. New engine.
Lift/level kit does wonders for this truck.
I love it and I agree it’s capabilities fit the bill for 80 or 90% of the people out there who need a utility vehicle. However at $46,000 I think it is priced too high compared to the competition like a Colorado. For me to buy a less capable truck it would have to be less cost. I’m not sure I see that here?
Imo the screen is perfect don't want a TV on my dash
Just got the gray metallic (instead of a primer color like this one) Trailsport - I am glad I did after seeing none sense dealer marked up on the Ford's Maverick Lariat at local dealers for a lower end line of trucks due to popularity)- The Ridgleline is adsolutely a much better than the Maverick in many ways in the long haul. Someone said Ridgeline is the truck for non-truck person, that's me! I just need an SUV with a bed. Trailsport comes with everything for a luxurry SUV or truck.
Couldn't care less about how big the center screen is, but did they fix the audio quality? I've got a 2023 RTL and the system is adequate but hobbled by software that's constantly messing with the equalizer to clip the loud parts of songs. Presumably to protect the lower quality speakers. I can deal with speakers that aren't super crisp but if my music doesn't sound anything like it's supposed to, or the volume keeps fluctuating, I'm immediately annoyed. My 2017 RTL had better sound out of the old, base radio.
I also preferred the captains chairs and older center console. It offered more storage space and nobody had to move their arm for the other person to get into it.
Thinking that for the next Ridgeline redesign, Honda should take it down a notch and build a CRV-based Maverick competitor. Give us the excellent CRV hybrid awd system in a compact pickup….the field is still pretty wide open at this point.
Talking about how the glovebox ‘cheaply falls’ made me laugh.
I test drove one of these. It's very comfortable and has nice tech. My question is what is the official 0-60 time? I get anywhere from 6.2 sec to over 7 secs.
19:16, that you! That is a refreshing response
@@bruceleeroy8302these Honda V6 engines are really quick for being naturally aspirated engines ~~ I mean 6.3 seconds in this car is very quick for a truck like that
I think most people buying this want to have a comfortable car ride vs a body on frame (read rougher) truck ride. Putting beefier tires for the sake of looking cooler will only hurt your gas mileage. Same for putting goofy wheel arches to make it look off roadie. The Taco's and Chevy/GM twins are for a younger demographic who want cool looking even though they don't take them off road. Honda recognizes who their buyers are.
It's perfect for 98% of people who will be driving it.
It needs a 2-3 inch lift from the factory! Otherwise just a street truck with Trailsport badge. I like the Ridgeline, but it could be great if they did this, like Subaru did with their Wilderness models with over 9” inches of ground clearance.
And bigger tires
You say last year Honda sold the most Ridgelines ever.. REASON is - Not everyone wants a 20 foot long, pedestrian killing, full sized, giant, tank like, gaudy, 7 foot tall truck like the "big 3" keep making.
Lol most people who owns a Ridgeline are elderlies, who wouldn't make any use of a truck but still wanna be able to throw flowers and dirt in the back,
@@hacklaurent9412 Wrong. Many city dwellers love the utility of the pickup while keeping a smaller footprint on the road. It drives like a car rather than a boat. The majority of full size truck owners do not need a truck. They're simply pavement princess trucks that they cannot park right and turn in tight spaces.
@heyitsbroski you're not wrong but around my around most the Ridgeline owners are old
That's exactly right.
I have never hit a pedestrian in my duramax 😂
I would definitely put the new pilot trailsport rims on.
It was so cool seeing you at the airport this morning at LAX.
Indeed ! 🎉🎉🎉
Stalker? 🤔
@@jacksoncornbreadmcbride6763 lmao a little
Why would you like to see a 12.3 inch display? 12.2 too small but 12.4 would be pushing the costs up?
If only someone would make an actual work topper for it. I love the ARE 3dl on my Taco. But with the new turbo that sucks only lasting about 125k and the non turbo hybrid having a nicad battery from the 1990s I think I’ll be taking another look at the Ridgeline. I usually keep my Tacoma for around 200k so I will be looking in about 3 years. Time will tell.
14:06 Actually that is a brand new built in Honda navi, not the old garmin system.
That sunroof top should be a little bigger. Wow.
Love my vtec. Getting rid of it would be a mistake imo. Sounds good too, as you've mentioned.
I got the 2019 Ridgeline. And I love it.
Now look at all the other manufacturers making similar trucks.
Same! I also had a 2013 Ridgeline. My son bought it from me when I purchased the 2019. The 2013 now has over 100k and has never had 1 issue. They are great trucks!
I had a 2021 Ridgeline RTL-E and one comment about the composite bed ... I never parked mine in a garage and over time the composite bed started to discolor and develop white-ish patches ... not what I want to see on a $40K+ vehicle. Who knows, maybe Honda got a bad bunch from a supplier ... regardless though it was a disappointment and detracted from the RL which is a decent (but not great) truck-like vehicle and the MPG wasn't great either ... so I was left scratching my head (or a**) why did I give up the towing and cargo capacity of a full size pickup that gets more or less the same MPG??? and Yes I sold it a few months ago ... Thanks Keith Chicago IL
The pre hybrid Tacoma's look better but the interior space and pick up speed seems to be a lot better
Are they doing a full redesign for 25?
2024 Honda Ridgeline Trail Sport AWD Crew Cab 4X4!
As a 2nd 2017 Ridgeline owner, i hope they make the Ridgeline less of a Pilot "modified" for truck duties. Which from my actual ownership( 187K miles) they wanted the least cost way to have something in the truck segment. i.e. problematic 6 spd auto, narrow rear doors, and infotainment update + injectors, CV axles, and water intrusion issues.
9spd since 2020 seems good and proves very reliable. Engine is kinda long in the tooth the 3.5 sohc and even the new dohc.
My hope for the resigned, a hybrid or even mild hybrid, you would think from honda with their legendary generators would have integrated something. On that updade the damn 2 prong plug with 3 and update the dirty modified Sine wave ( feel bad honda).
The rear bed trunk is usefully but the spare storage is useless. Its a donut and if you get a large spare it wont fit. Relocate the spare to under the vehicle and lower the bed depth( out going is quite shallow) + make the tailgate damped ( they can figure it out )
The dream is a hybrid with beefy rear 50kw electric motors and a marriage from the crv 2.0 hybrid/rdx 2.0t in the front. Delete the propeller shaft and add a large ish 3kwh battery pack. Probably can lower the cabin floor as well. Maybe a pipe dream but the idea is to have a hybrid honda clarity truck. With the ability act like like a generator
Test drove the Ridgeline and I loved how it drove and handles. It also has some amazing utility with the composite bed, the in the bed trunk, etc.
However, the Ridgeline desperately needs the interior of the new Pilot.
I hate the infotainment and the sound of the radio. In addition, so many of the interior bits look cheap.
I am a previous owner of a 2006 Ridgeline and the interior of the 2024 Pilot also would restore the shelf above the dash that the 1st generation Ridgeline had.
Thinking about trading my 2023 Colorado Z71 for this exact truck - not that I find the Z71 horrible (it's great) but I SERIOUSLY miss a power rear slider and moonroof (like my former truck had) and I want the suspension of this Trailsport and the bed storage.
Yeah I lose vented seats (don't care) and some torque (don't use it) but get Honda reliability vs. GM, which makes me a bit skittish.
Its a shame that Honda didn't install a lift kit, larger tires and skid plates on the Trail Sport Edition Ridgeline.
My friends 2024 Nissan Frontier Pro X definitely got my attention. 🤔
I feel like Honda is cheaping out being honest and keeping it plain. Compared to other companies that are stepping up and adding some more interior color, stitchings etc.
craizy price and the technology from accord 2018 :) "great" car for 2024
So Honda fixed the wireless charger? We have had so many customers come in with iPhones with Magsafe ruining the wireless chargers. They charge for like 5 seconds and then stop charging. We were told Honda was looking into it years ago when Magsafe became a thing. We have yet to hear from Honda on the "updated" chargers.
Ironic that the perfect engine/transmission combo can be found in the Odyssey.
Honda almost made the perfect truck with the black edition but then put gloss black all over the interior.
This is a sign. My wife and I are going today to trade in her 23 sport for this!
Your wife will look right at home driving it
I have 2021 Ridgeline and I love it. That said, it's ridiculous that Honda did not design a Hybrid for 2024. WTF Over, Honda has had a Hybrid Powertrain for 20+ years, WTF do they choose Not to use it the Ridgeline? Go back to the drawing board Honda!
Make it a little more aggressive in a full size truck and you would have a really nice truck
The 2024 Black Edition should have also included ACC with slow follow/stop and go, Hill descent control, Front center parking sensors, passenger seat height adjustment, 360cam or at lease a front trail cam.. also the HVAC needs to be quieter.. on its lowest setting it still annoyingly loud. For the next generation they should add the new hvac controls.. add acoustic glass to the front driver and passenger windows. make the ride clearance more than 8 inches.. make the cargo bed deeper at 20 inches.. right now its just over 16inches its too low.. if they can give another inch or two in rear leg room that would be great.. all this would make the ridgeline the perfect midsize truck..
To get you have to wait for a brand new generation.
oh i know.. im leasing a 24BE now and i hope there is an all new ridgeline once my lease is up.. fingers crossed lol
You nailed it! And make it at least equal to the TS Pilot off road!
I just want a car 😢
semi-hope they put this type of infotainment into the 2025 passport rather than the one that's in the accord. i like the few buttons on the left + matte screen.
It will be redesigned later this year.
Good, consistent improvements on the Ridgeline. I'm holding out on upgrading from my 2019 till the next major overhaul. Honda is just scratching the surface on offering more offroad packages. I'd like to see the Trailsport have a desert running trim, and offer the "all the bells and whistles" of the Black Series on the Trailsport at least as options. PLEAAAASE let us have the rear seat heaters from Canada. Why make two versions of the truck? Let's do this Honda! :D
I think the black edition trim for 2024 has heated rear seats. The BE trim also finally added ventilated front seats, after the pilot elite has had ventilated front seats since 2018 I think.
Same here. Come on Honda, give us more ground clearance than than a CRV for heaven's sake, and do something about that approach angle and the departure angle ruining tail pipes and give us at least an option for the skid plates and recovery point like are on the new Pilot Trail Sport!For those of us that love out RLs EXCEPT for the pitiful off road specs, offering this Trail Sport is just a bit of a tease. What would be wonderful: give us a RL that is actually just a bit higher and with a better approach and departure angles than the already much improved Pilot Trail Sport. Let the truck be just a bit more suited for off road conditions than the SUV! I sometimes have my RL at a muddy construction site, and I bet a bunch of other owners do as well. Often there is not enough room to park on the street. That then becomes "off roading". Give us a package that matches, or better yet slightly exceeds, the Pilot TS!
One million subscribers. Congrats! I remember when you were reviewing your parents vehicles. Make sure you put some $$$ back because CZcams fame can be fleeting.
A $46.5k car that still uses halogen bulbs for the high beam is a joke. C'mon Honda. Any car priced above $40k should have all LED headlights if not full LED headlights and taillights.
A truck with push buttons for changing transmission is just not very trucky. They need to replace that with a shift lever.
I wish I got this instead of my Ranger Lariat Tremor
Lol. Sarcasm. Good one
How much was that Tremor? ;-)
Woud be nice if Honda makes it a hybrid next time.......
Still wish these trucks had a higher clearance other than that I really like what I see. The price, that seems a bit high, 46K I would just buy a full size truck.
Honestly didn't even know they still made this truck. Thought the 2-3 I see on the road near me were just people driving their old hondas...
Rides nice. Very quiet ride. Smooth ride. Outdated infotainment(2022)!!!!
Own a Maverick, jelly of the in bed trunk
Bring back the column shifter or at least the floor shifter. Nobody asked for buttons.
Just be glad the shifter isn't a touchscreen 🤣
They’re not that bad and u do get used to them
I felt the same. I’m used to it now and don’t see a reason to go back to a shifter.
Wrong
still hate that Honda doesn't give the ridgline full led headlights no reason this truck should have halogen high beam it also needs a new interior and I hate the push button transmission but maybe we will get that in the redesign other than that its not bad but pricey
Anyone on here can attest to long term ownership? I have this zf transmission in my 22 Pathfinder.
46k is just ridiculous. Truck prices in general are absurd. Plus with with the high APR right now, these manufacturers are out of their minds.
Keep in mind this one comes with a lot features.
Even the basic one comes loaded.
The cheap trucks of the past were barebone basic.
@@Marbind what features do they have that isn't on a sub 30k car? Automotive prices are ridiculous generally speaking. A cheap car is now 30k. Vehicles should be WAY cheaper due to technology making manufacturing way more efficient.
Purchased my 2022 rtle for 45, which includes a very comprehensive extended warranty. Totally satisfied with the truck and purchase.
Average price of a new vehicle in the USA right now is 48K. So really it is right in that range.
@@danielrn133 which is too high
I'm glad they didn't overdo it with chrome on the interior or cheap black plastic on the exterior
This has the same sound system as the black edition trim
Much nicer than American trucks IMO