2022 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E: TEST DRIVE+FULL REVIEW

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  • čas přidán 19. 01. 2022
  • Huge thanks to Honda of Wesley Chapel for making this review possible! You can check out their inventory at wesleychapelhonda.com or give them a call at 813-473-7300 and ask for Joey or Hunter.. Thanks for watching!!
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Komentáře • 44

  • @ilvet49
    @ilvet49 Před 2 lety +21

    What happened? Why no mention of the two way gate open options, the in bed trunk/cooler, or the bed sound system (RTL E trim)?

  • @jakes5530
    @jakes5530 Před 2 lety +5

    If youre actually a driving enthusiast, the Ridgeline is the only truck to get. My uncle had a BMW X3 35i with the i6 twin turbo and replaced it with a Ridgeline - he doesn’t miss the bimmer one bit as his daily. The Santa cruz might come close, but all DCTs are kinda a pain in the ass to live with in the real world. Raptor, TRX, Rivian are obviously a totally different ballgame ($80k+). For $45k with every option, the RL is hard to beat for it’s combination of driving experience and practicality.

  • @donerickson7155
    @donerickson7155 Před 2 lety +4

    “There’s no step so it’s hard to get in the bed” until you open the tail gait and use the step 😂

  • @Tepper32
    @Tepper32 Před rokem +2

    Upon the dozens and dozens of Ridgeline videos I have seen on here yours was the only one that brought to my attention the trunk lock switch hidden to the left of the open glove box door. What a cool little surprise. Thanks!

    • @WTFCRLT1
      @WTFCRLT1  Před rokem +2

      Glad I could help I appreciate the comment!! 👍🏼

  • @WTFCRLT1
    @WTFCRLT1  Před 2 lety +5

    Thanks for watching! Hit that subscribe button if you’re new and stay tuned for the next reviews on the 2022 Honda Passport Trailsport, followed by the all new 2022 Mazda 3 Hatch and 2022 Mazda CX-9 Touring!

  • @rodmartel3676
    @rodmartel3676 Před 2 lety +2

    Note that the heater has supposedly 4 heat cycles. Note that there is NO difference between floor/defrost and floor. When you select FLOOR it continues to send heat to the defroster (and floor). Compound this with a very small floor outlet and it makes for cold feet in our -30F climate. Not an issue for most. However, my wife and I go up to the Canadian Border to our off-grid place once a month and now wear electrically heated socks to counteract this design flaw as we drive up there. The dealer says that is intentionally designed that way. Also note the very small floor heater outlet which compounds the issue. Also, note (not an issue for most folks) you may NOT put a winch on that frame. You may use a hitch mounted temporary winch in the rear as an alternative, but a disappointment for me, but not for most.
    Also, the 18-inch tires are too small for a truck that tries to be a “big boy” truck. I like the truck as I do drive in the city mostly, but if you are looking for something more rugged, I would look elsewhere. Bear in mind that a hybrid version is probably “right around the corner” which will have better resale once the chip issue settles down. The navigation is not good. Just today, I had to use my Google app on the hone to counteract the incorrect directions on the RTL-E.
    Overall, it has a wonderful ride and does haul loads as stated.

  • @sanmanDC050
    @sanmanDC050 Před 2 lety +14

    Great review except for 3 things. First you didn’t show the in bed trunk that’s also a cooler and second the duel opining tailgate. It also opens across and is easy to access the bed. And three the in bed speaks I mean how do you do a review and forget or just not know the three main and important features of the truck that make it different from everything else in it’s class? I’m totally dumbfounded lol.

    • @WTFCRLT1
      @WTFCRLT1  Před 2 lety +2

      Damn those are pretty big features.. doesn’t sound like the review was that great then lol I appreciate you pointing those things out

    • @sanmanDC050
      @sanmanDC050 Před 2 lety +4

      @@WTFCRLT1 Honda Ridgeline is the jack of all trades. It rides like a caddy handles like a Porsch and hulls like ram. Lol.

    • @jakes5530
      @jakes5530 Před 2 lety +2

      @@sanmanDC050 yes he left those features out, but those have been hammered to death by every single other car reviewer since 2017. Obviously you knew about them, how many times can someone mention those things? I think he did a great job with the video, definitely learned a couple nuances that other reviewers glossed over.

  • @mikekolb238
    @mikekolb238 Před 2 lety +4

    The wiper button left of wheel is heated windshield

  • @carolmarcellus191
    @carolmarcellus191 Před 2 lety +2

    Great presentation! However you forgot to demonstrate how the lift gate drops down and swings out. The lift gate swinging out makes it easier for people like me, under 6’ , to step into the bed. Thank you again for a thorough presentation.

  • @markdiloreto9042
    @markdiloreto9042 Před 2 lety +3

    have had my 2022 ridgeline RTL-E for three months and love this vehicle...very roomy, very good fuel economy and the ride is better than my 2015 yukon Denali!

  • @chiefman8316
    @chiefman8316 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the info waiting for 2024 to check out updates before making choice between Frontier or Ridgeline Honda more room, But needs ventilated seats for southern buyers and up dated front End.

  • @shannonblack8319
    @shannonblack8319 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice review, well done man!

  • @nathanialhughes
    @nathanialhughes Před 2 lety +1

    Yeah, a few missed features, but this was a nice review. Thanks! I saw what I needed to see.

  • @michaelridgeway2770
    @michaelridgeway2770 Před 2 lety +3

    Nice video So does it have a two-way tail gate??

    • @WTFCRLT1
      @WTFCRLT1  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes it does! Really cool feature can’t believe I didn’t mention that lol

  • @georgesangilan2845
    @georgesangilan2845 Před rokem

    it's not a drop in bedliner, thats the composite bed. i like how you jumped over the maroney sticker, when you said your not going to go over all of the safety features, 😅

  • @jadoll
    @jadoll Před 2 lety

    That button that you weren’t quite sure about is the heated windshield.

  • @tomhockman6267
    @tomhockman6267 Před rokem

    Did you run out of gas?

  • @barbarasama5193
    @barbarasama5193 Před 2 lety

    wiper button is to heat the area where the wipers would sit so they don't freeze up. Trucks are just noit for "guys" I got my truck coming in 4 days. (not counting.....). Grandma is hitting the road!

  • @scottdavis_34
    @scottdavis_34 Před 2 lety +1

    Hey Will! The whole time I was watching this I kept thinking Ford Maverick and was going to ask which one you liked better but I think you addressed that in your closing comments. If it were me, I'd go with the Maverick and I'm not even a Ford guy. Just something about it seems more appealing (although the RIdgeline is nice too).

    • @WTFCRLT1
      @WTFCRLT1  Před 2 lety +2

      I agree Scott, the maverick with the 2.0t and AWD truly might be the best value vehicle on the road. This car will likely be better in terms of reliability and far better when it comes to space, but personally I’d probably go with the Maverick too. This is an awesome alternative in the mid size segment but the compact trucks are way better priced. Thanks for the comment Scott!

    • @ricecakeboii94
      @ricecakeboii94 Před 2 lety

      I believe the Maverick is better if you go base (sold out for 2022). Add AWD, 2.0T, Lariat Lux (comparable interiors), with spray in bed liner & it’s ~$37k for a smaller pickup. A RTL is $42k & a shorter wait. The FX-4 does make it more appealing for the off-roader but at that price & wait you can probably get a Tacoma 4wd.

    • @jakes5530
      @jakes5530 Před 2 lety +2

      The Maverick is tiny in person - smaller than the Ford Escape that was parked next to it in terms of height and width and the driving position is pretty low to the ground. That said, it’s still spacious enough inside for most and it’s still a practical vehicle even with a 4ft bed. It’s also $5k more affordable than the RL when similarly equipped and has more updated/better interior and safety tech.
      The Ridgeline is a true midsize pickup. It has the most spacious interior of any midsize truck and has most the usable 5 ft bed of any truck since no wheel-well humps + added in-bed trunk + swinging tailgate to give very easy access. It can tow 1000 lbs more than the Mav, and will have better long term reliability, and resale since it’s a Honda. It also has a higher more commanding driving position/view out which in my opinion is important since everyone drives a crossover these days. The suspension comfort and NVH is also better than the Maverick which points to a little bit better build quality.
      Kind of apples to oranges in reality other than the fact theyre both unibody. I was considering a Maverick especially after hearing all the positive reviews and hype, but for the reasons above, I’m swayed back to the Ridgeline again.

    • @nathanialhughes
      @nathanialhughes Před 2 lety +1

      I cancelled my Maverick order for this today. Why? I have a two year old. The Ridgeline has a larger back seat for my child's car seat and future growth. The backseat is split when it lifts up, the Mavericks is solid across and I'd need to remove a car seat in it to access under seat storage. With the Ridgeline I can have a car seat and not only use under the seat for general storage, but flip up two seats to haul groceries AND a baby. The rear car seat attachment points are more user friendly in the Ridgeline. The Ridgeline has not only vents for my child in the back (Maverick does not.), but those rear vents have their own climate control. The Maverick has speakers in the pillars which would get very loud or annoying for a child, the Ridgeline doesn't. The Ridgeline has a huge trunk in the bed for storage and it can even act as a cooler as it has drain plugs. - As a family any storage is good storage! The Maverick max towing is 4k lbs while the Ridgeline is 5k lbs. The interior is quieter in the Ridgeline, which is not only good for a napping baby, but is nice for mom and dad so that we're not listening to wind noise plus a talking toddler. To get the Maverick with all of the features possible plus with the new price increases my order was $40,000. I tested the Maverick and as a 6' guy my knee's touched the drivers seat when I sat behind myself, so I know my 2yo would be able to kick my seat like crazy and potentially/eventually be uncomfortable as she grows. The extra space in the Ridgeline is gold. Also, the seats sitting higher means children can see out easier. The safety ratings for the Ridgeline are superior compared to the Maverick and probably all mid-sized trucks. For all practical purposes as a family the Ridgeline is the way to go. Not to mention a Honda will last far longer than a Ford. All of this coming from someone who has never even wanted to consider a Ridgeline in the past. They're not the most beautiful but they're much much better than they used to be.

    • @OGJeff685
      @OGJeff685 Před 2 lety

      The RL wins all day long.

  • @patelkrunal311
    @patelkrunal311 Před rokem

    Only thing I don't like about the 2022 is the ACC does NOT come with Low Speed Follow. Dangerous.

  • @Steve-yl1yg
    @Steve-yl1yg Před 2 lety +2

    Drop-in bed liner? Really? Dude do your homework!

  • @georgesangilan2845
    @georgesangilan2845 Před rokem

    i also like "Full Review", i'm not sure what this wiper button does!🤣.Somebody leave a comment, if you know what that does. Then this should be labled an almost full review??? btw its the wiper deicer button.

  • @brianmcgowan4280
    @brianmcgowan4280 Před 2 lety +2

    Not good handling? Okay in the steering. Just got your license!,

  • @TeijoKhanfan
    @TeijoKhanfan Před 2 lety

    Wow why is the destination charge $1225 if assembled in the U.S.?🤣

  • @CP-pb3pj
    @CP-pb3pj Před 2 lety +1

    For your money would you buy a Ridgeline or a Tacoma?

    • @WTFCRLT1
      @WTFCRLT1  Před 2 lety +2

      Both are great trucks. Ridgeline is far more comfortable and spacious but the Tacoma TRD models are off road beasts and bulletproof so really depends on what you prioritize. I’d personally go with a TRD Tacoma but I understand anyone who prefers the also great Ridgeline.

    • @ebt182
      @ebt182 Před 2 lety +1

      Depends. If you’re going to do some off-roading, Taco. Little or no off roading, the RL is the best choice. I had a 2022 Taco reserved, after I completed my research, cancelled the Taco, bought the RL RTL E, no regrets, I love it!

  • @mmane257
    @mmane257 Před 2 lety +1

    just retired would love to have one but not for 52k.dealership’s are crazy.i’m not.will
    wait awhile.

  • @jbarutube
    @jbarutube Před 2 lety +1

    Bro...maybe take a few minutes and learn the features of the vehicle that you are reviewing. You left out a lot that a prospective buyer might want to know. Wtf...