Is the Honda Ridgeline Actually Cool Now?
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- čas přidán 3. 03. 2022
- We take a drive in the 2022 Honda Ridgeline HPD and discuss whether or not this version of the truck finally makes it cool. And what does cool even mean? Watch the video for Stephen's thoughts on the Ridgeline.
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I love the Ridgeline but think the HPD accessories look juvenile. I wish they had simply offered a factory 2" lift and skid plates.
Exactly. They need to compete with Tacoma TRD
I got the 2021 Black Edition. I wish the bed was just a bit longer… other than that I love it!
HPD should have extra suspension height. 2" lift would change the look to more truck like.
That would be awesome! Especially is it was available from the factory or dealer installed.
Yes! 2-3” lift, real all-terrain tires and it would have been perfect.
this video shows just that. I'm seriously considering a Ridgeline and this is what I would do. check it out.
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especially for the price they charge for it.
It’s not a full-size truck, but only 10% of truck owners need a full-size truck. You see all the soccer dad‘s going flying down the road getting 15 miles a gallon in their $60,000 truck, just to try to prove something. Then they daily drive it and put a set of golf clubs in the back on the weekends. Twice a year they drive in wet grass so they got the off-road package. Got a love it good old-fashioned American consumerism!🇺🇸💪
Don't forget that once a year it hauls 5 bags of mulch bro!
Honda Ridgeline Owner here (2018 RTL-E). For me personally, the HPD add ons are not worth the extra coin. They add nothing and in my opinion are a bit fugly. My opinion. I love my RTL-E. Super capable and comfortable truck. I have averaged 23.2 mpg over 57,000 miles I’ve added and that’s on top of the 145k miles I added to my 2008 First Gen Ridgeline.
Nicely done friend! I’ve avg 21.1 mpg over 8k miles in my 21’ Blk edition with occasional light duty towing so far, i feel I’ve made an excellent choice trading in a16’ Tahoe and hoping to enjoy a long term trouble free ownership to my so far super ‘capable’ Ridgeline..cheers!
I don’t know how you get that, 2022 Ridgeline Sport only getting 22 on highway and 18 on city mpg
@@reyperez3424 I live in NY. Highway speed limit is 55 and I usually put the cruise at 70. I also have a soft foot - rarely if ever really hammer the gas down.
@@reyperez3424 Must be that size 15 shoe on the gas
Skip this package. Get the base model, and put some real A/T tires on it.
Coming from a ZR2 owner, I think Honda hit a home run on this truck. I know most will disagree, however look at what you get for the price. AWD which is one of the best if not the best system out there. Room for 5, Honda reliability, amazing tailgate access, trunk, and fuel mpgs to boot. If more people would just be honest they really don’t need much more truck then this. I always see guys with massive HD trucks driving around empty or aka hauling air. I sold my HD after selling the camper and went midsized. I don’t regret it at all, easier to park, drive, ect. Plus it gets way better mpgs… which as we all know, fuel is going way up… I just think egos get to much in the way over sensibility and it’s stupid. Travel the world and you will see nobody but us drives massive trucks that get crap mpgs daily. Most countries have midsized or even smaller trucks. Guess what, the market will change and big trucks will be heading out to pasture. That’s sad but true, but I don’t see fuel getting cheaper and trucks have gotten way to expensive. I see the market getting stronger for midsized and smaller trucks. We can brag all day long about the “tune” to our diesels trucks getting so called better mpgs.. yep been there done that and it’s horse BS.. At 48 and having lived a lot of life thus far, common sense has taken over and the reality of change is coming. Best be prepared, live sensible, buy what you need, and go store up some extra food, supplies and whatever you think ya need.
Well said, on all points.
I currently drive a full size up but have had several midsize over the last 30 years and I agree with you 100%. I love this new Honda and when I no longer need the bigger back seat, I might jump in one of these. It would be so much easier to park at work.
we have a 2020 RTL-E, and take it everywhere hunting, snowshoeing, kayaking, etc. It has hunted pheasants in SD, whitetail deer in WI and snow geese in KS. If you are an outdoor enthusiast and or into hunting, this truck will do anything you need it to do, plus get you there with HWY mileage in the mid 20's. The full size pickup truck is the real gimmick in my opinion. They get 70K of your hard earned money and they still get stuck or run out of cargo room when you need it, and none of them have a trunk. Don't look past this truck because of how it looks, it is the Swiss army knife of the truck world at a huge cost savings compared to the big 3 full size offerings.
I’m still driving my 2006. It’s hasn’t been a daily driver for 5 years but it is just too versatile and problem free to get rid of. One of the best purchases I’ve ever made.
I got my 08 new 156k no big issues just a brake caliper , I got a 2020 two years ago I miss the old one ( my sister has it still no issues) but, I do like the 20mpg city I get in this one vrs the 10 the 08 got .
06 here too. Dependable, engine still smooth. I'd love better gas mileage but still better than a car payment.
After test driving the Ridgeline, this truck is very cool and livable on a daily basis unless you have a real working farm.
In which case no midsize should be on your shopping list.
@@seruresto1386 this is a midsize so what’s your point?
HPD should have been more than just stickers and plastic…Even thicker sway bars and a suspension upgrade would of been nice.
Can’t agree more. Supposedly Honda is looking into factory lift, skid plates, etc as future offerings from HPD. However I don’t think they should have released these models without the upgrades being available!
FWD has been dropped in the US. All Ridgelines are now AWD.
Had a 17 Ridgeline, and it was fantastic. Great ride, good fuel economy, super comfy/spacious, and above all else, usable in every context. But I will concede that Honda did nothing to set it apart from the Pilot
Exactly it’s not a full-size truck, but 10% of truck owners need a full-size truck. You see all the soccer dad‘s going flying down the road getting 15 miles a gallon in their $60,000 truck, just to try to prove something.
Yes, very cool now. What's not cool is the almost 50K US price. GREAT machine but the price point is excessive (as with most these days).
the 7k jump in the last 2 years sucks , I got a 20' black edition for 43 just two years ago.
It looks so much better without those hideous fender flares, it’s a nice looking vehicle now with the redesign. And with that bulletproof v6 and ivtm4 it’s very capable and reliable
Another Great Truck King Crew review❤️ Sounds like what 80% of light truck owner would ever need.
Another Great Truck King Crew review❤️ Sounds like what 80% of light truck owners would ever need.
Had a 2005, absolutely loved the comfort and ride and it would go anywhere I wanted. Those bed features are killer. Like the look of the new one.
Not sure if anyone else has mentioned this, but there's a correction to be made. The model available in the u.s. is also standard AWD. Had to go to the site and double-check, but its only available option is AWD 21
Appearance packages are great, they add style and flare. This one is no exception, looks good. - My problem is with using HPD… - HPD stands for Honda Performance Development, the company's racing division in North America. Why tarnish and cheeped a name plate with this, a mere appearance package? Call it the Ridgeline Bronze Edition. Anything but HPD.. - It’s like releasing an Accord Type R, and not making any changes to the power train….
Turbocharged Type R is possibly in the works from recent rumors.
I have owned a 2009 and 2011 and I truly loved my Ridgeline. The last one was loaded up with leather seats and all. I must say, I really like that new front end, but dislike those black fender flares, they should be colour matched to the body paint IMO.
Okay, so I will chime in here, too. I do like the looks of the HPD version, but I do not think it warrants the price tag. I just picked up a used 2019 RTL-T Ridgleine for $35k with 29k miles. I love this truck, but it does have its cons...low ground clearance (can be fixed with a level kit), mini-van looks (can be fixed with a level kit, off-road tires, roof rack, mudflats, etc. to "beef it up"). I came from a 2019 F-150. The F-150 disappointed with leaking passenger side floorboard, broken lumbar support and the Ridgline gets 20% better MPGs and a lot cooler options. My friend has an F-150 with a clicking differential and squeaking brakes. I was getting scared of the F-150's reliability issues. Went from no sun roof to a fully powered moon roof, went from cloth to all leather, went from a solid back glass to a powered back glass, went from a column shift to a center shift stick, went from a fold down center seat to a deep center console. I love my new truck and cannot wait to begin to shape it into an overland vehicle. Yes, I am getting the ragging on how lame it is, but I don't care. It is very fun to drive and seems to be much more reliable than the Ford. And let's think about it..99% of people watching this video have some interest in (or experience with) the Ridgeline so it is not really a broad comment base, here. I am glad I traded because my last F-150 fill up was $82+ with gas at $4.09/gal.
I’m glad that they made this model. I currently own a Silverado and this is definitely going to be on my list of trucks to look at.
Bought the 22 RTLE cause I had to make a trip. Drove 90 mph to syracuse, very comfortably. Passengers included one dog, a noisy female and a bratty kid. No one even noticed I was driving 90, except me. I sold a 5 speed Frontier that had awesome suspension modification and homemade skid plates, but there was no way in hell I could drive that thing 90 mph without it turning into a nightmare trip. Now that I have driven the RTLE for a few months, here is what I like. The back boot is the bomb. Comes in handy all the time. All the time. The flip up seats in rear are awesome. I can put a pump back there on one side and still have the other seat in its normal position. Sometimes dogs want to be on the seat, sometimes it wants to sleep so it lays on the floor comfortably. Dog likes it. Now he wants to be on the seat again, now he wants to take a snooze. I hook up little trailer and go to dump. Hook up is easy but you have to get under the truck a little to attach. Vtec accelration is sufficient. 9 speed tranny is configured nicely for highway. 90 mph is effortless on the motor and very quiet. Handling is good in snowy areas. It is a little annoying because truck tends to get a mind of its own and controlling wheel spin the way it thinks best. Good for safety, but maybe not good for fun. Had it on dirt roads in about 6" of snow and there was never a point where I thought it might get it stuck. Things I dont like. Interior cabin light is a pain to turn on when driving. The light stream is very focused but not particularly bright. It a pain in the ass when your in the dark and want to turn on a quick light. Too many buttons up there and the area that must be pressed dont look or feel like buttons. Rear bed speakers sound like a monkeys azz. Kind of worthless. Shifter to go from park to neutral to drive is tricky to perform. I always have to confirm that it is in park by looking down at the shifter. Dog and the females like the retracting moon roof, but its something i worry about 7 yr down the road. Dog starts to smile when the roof opens, so at least someone likes it. The truck locks itself and opens itself automatically. But sometimes I dont want it to lock, but it does it anyway. Then has to chirp and unlock itself again. Same goes for tail gate. Im in NW Maine, no ones gonna steal the truck, so just stay open! Click.
Always been cool, to those of us who know it's comfortable useful, and a great value!
It’s the price that gets me. 56k, look at the competition. 50k gets you a trd off road premium Tacoma.
That’s in Canadian tho
For some people junkyota as vehicle manufacturer does NOT exist at all!!!!!
I am one of them after my ownership of tundra from 2008 till 2011
Have a 2010 Ridgeline and love it, bought it used.That being said there is no way im paying $56k here in canada for a 2022 model.I could buy a full size-150 at that price.
Just bought my 2022 RTL-E. The ride is incredible and handling is above average.
Waiting to see a lifted and possibly leveled "Trailsport" edition.
Google, lifted Honda Ridgeline.
I believe you can have the Dealership do this for you if you don't want to do it yourself.
@@johnlopez3001 Thank you very much.
Definitely like the updated look and I do like the Ridgeline, always have. But it's not for me. I prefer the classic pickup truck experience.
Waiting to see the update in 2024 needs ventilated seats for southern buyers and a little more work on the front end Love looks of 2023 GMC Canyon but hate 4 banger turbo thanks for your review
Definitely a North America thing, having a "performance" sounding package that is all show no go. Same thing with the Chevy Rally Sport range which is a visual package. Consumers wouldn't be fooled in Europe.
At least Ford and Toyota actually does something with their Performance packages (plus GMs ZR2). Looks nice but nearly $60k CAN for a mid sized is daylight robbery.
I don't think it's fair to say European customers wont be fooled. I see plenty of knuckle-headed stuff being done to vehicles in Europe, just for show, that are popular. And like here in the states, it is usually younger people doing it. Honda just decided to provide a truck with the lipstick already applied. I agree that it's dumb... just not unique to North America.
Very cool. Perfect for someone that don't want and don't need a big pickup.
I also have a red rtl-e and compared to my old Nissan Frontier 4X,, this is like a StarShip. Crazy amount of roominess and stability. I still don't like the "Computer on 4 wheels" concept though. Debating rather to get a hard tonneau cover but I did put the silver step rails, body colored side protective moldings, silver rack & cross bars and sun roof visor. Center storage divider as well as the trunk dividers and the under seat storage tray to round things out. Love the duel tail pipes and safety goodies. The truck is more than I could have hoped for and the cost factor reflects that pretty well. Regular maintenance items seem to have been put on the back burner as far as convenience (unexceptable). Also,, so far the engine stop feature doesn't automatically default and I count that a good thing but wonder if there's something wrong? Any ideas? The sticker on the engine cover is missing also as noticed on the red one featured in this video?? Seems some have the EarthDreams sticker and some don't.??? Perhaps there's a reason for that and the engine stop feature not engaging automatically. So far, these are the only two hiccups I see and I'm not complaining. That engine stop issue is another "NO-NO" in my opinion. Having to hit that disable button everytime would be a pain that I would most definitely do!! Thats it for now. If you know about the two mysteries mentions,, I'd appreciate knowing also. Thanks
Interesting idea and it’s good to see that Honda is trying to follow suit by adding customization options and focusing on styling. For me being a hunter and outdoorsman I would never dream of taking a ridge line out in the field as I still see this as more of a city person truck.
Idk I am box on frame all day but the ridgeline is a very capable truck in some ways beating the competition. To say never dream is a bit too strong. I completely get why people even with outdoors use in mind would buy this over a Ranger and even a taco
@@shrayesraman5192 in terms of capability I’m sure it is capable to compete, even off-road, with its mid-size competition I’m not questioning that. My point was more along the lines of the stereotype of who drives ridgelines. They are definitely making steps in the right direction and Honda is right near the top in terms of reliability but these changes aren’t enough at this point to really convince me to buy a ridge line for what I use a truck for
@@benleatherdale9205 Why the hell do you care about stereotypes? I drive a Subaru, and I'm not a granola eating lesbian from Colorado, I'm a 260lbs manual laborer from the Midwest. Buy what suits your needs, performs, and is reliable. Worrying about stereotypes and projecting an image is for someone with low self esteem.
AWD is now standard on the Ridgeline in the states as well
I still prefer the gen 1. It had its own unique image.
good looking truck
It dosent fit my needs but that thing looks good. I’d drive that if it’s what I needed.
Looks great to me.. Nice little truck.
Get the Traxda 3.5” lift and NoLo Designs skid plates and it’s cool.
Never owned one; however, I have been a Ridgeline fan. I like the 1st generation “square body” still.
At some point here in the future I want to buy a pickup truck. My budget will max out at $45k USD and the only really problem that I have is trying to decide on what I want. I definitely want 4 doors or at least some space to haul gear around (I love to hunt and I love the outdoors) but the vehicle won’t see much more than gravel roads and some snow (Nebraska does a pretty good job keeping the highway clear). I’d like something that at a minimum has AWD but prefer 4WD and gas mileage of at least 20 MPG. The Ridgeline at a lower trim level is a strong contender, along with the Frontier. I may be able to get into a Silverado extended cab 4WD right at $45K so I won’t rule that out either. I’m gonna wait on a Ranger until a redesign comes out.
I had a 19 Ranger and it was a blast to drive. It's roomy inside (I'm 6'4" and 300lbs), visibility is good, power is always there, fuel economy is decent if you keep your foot out of it, and build quality was definitely BETTER than my Tacomas. I traded it for a 1/2 ton for more towing at 60k trouble free miles. Miss it every day.
If your gonna keep it for long term go for the honda. Proven for 500k+ with no mayor repairs,cant say the same with ford, Chevy or ram
@@Sheepleton this is good to know!
@@mandytuning True as I’d really not have to replace it for a very long time.
I bought a 2021 Black Edition. It's one of the nicest, safest trucks you can own.
It seems like boring equates to quietness, comfort and sophisticated suspension. If that's boring, then I'll take it. At this point in my life, I'm over the traditional offroader, body on frame vehicle. I've owned, an 88, 96, 98 & 19 4Runner, 18 Raptor, 13 F-150 5.0, 19 Frontier Pro-4x, 17 2-Door Wrangler Rubicon & 18 Tacoma TRD off-road. I needed the practicality of a truck bed, towing good enough to haul my sports car, reliability, comfort like an SUV or van, and off road capable enough (especially with a lift and skid plate) for some fun off road. This truck hits hard!
The HPD package is pretty embarrassing. The Ridgeline already got made fun of in the truck community, and the HPD package added fuel to that fire. The p stands for performance yet all this truck gets are some bronze rims and 3XL fender flares 🤦♂️🤦♂️
There’s rumors of a Type R in the works with the 3.5 getting turbocharged.
@@nicholaskenning93 Need it in a Hybrid before a performance; Ford is killing it with the hybrid on the Maverick
I have a 2021 Ridgeline and it was "Cool" when I bought it, else I would not have bought it, would have opted for the Ranger. But the 2021 Ridgeline has lots of cool features that the other don't have like the huge locking, watertight trunk, and the 2-way tailgate, and the sooth ride compared the the Ranger and the Toyota, and all the great options for less money than all the rest. My buddy paid $10k more for his Toyota and I have more options and the Honda is faster 0-60 than the Toyota - I know, cuz we did a drag race - I won.
I have an 07 ridgeline. I honestly prefer the look of the 1st gen over the newer ones
Love real truck guys covering pickups like the Ridgeline, the Maverick, and the Santa Cruz. After considerable research to find a pickup that will eventually replace our 2009 Kia Borrego V8 that tows our small Casita travel trailer (2,900 lbs), the Ridgeline would easily win the prize on paper! Capable tow capacity and very nice payload numbers in a wonderful AWD package (not looking for a true off-reader) that is comfortable, efficient, and effective. Hmm, the problem? It is truly a fine appliance. I learned to drive on a 1968 Jeep J-10 Gladiator pickup that was used to support my dad’s logging business. It was a TRUCK!!! There is still part of me that admires the more truck like characteristics of the Jeep Gladiator, Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma, and the new Nissan Frontier. On paper, the answer is the Ridgeline, but we shall see! ;)
Honest!! Good luck with deciding.
I wish they would build something to compete with the Tacoma. Manual transmission etc..
I sold these beauties when they first came out. I loved the original. I'm diggin' this one too. Is it the ultimate work truck? Nope. But half trucks out there will never see a lick of work, beyond an occasional trip to Lowe's.
The funny thing about it that it was so maligned but yet every truck now has some sort of Ridgeline DNA in it.
4k please!
The Maverick and Santa Cruz are both unibody also.
i got a 22 rtle today. the hpd doesnt add anything that truly separates it from the pack. a life and beefies underneath with a small turbo wouldve sold it immediately. i dont find it boring. i drove all the others and they all feel like every other truck ive driven for the most part. bolted cabin on a frame. the ridgeline felt like it was handling like my car, but offering a bed and towing features. i dont own any horses or bulldozers so my mower, motorcycles, fishing gear , and moving to a new home, is about the extent of my needs. The sad part is that they no longer make a v8 elcamino or idve gotten that.
I owned a 2008 Ex-L and found the winter handling to be spooky. Thing would fishtail out of nowhere, would go from understeer to oversteer in a snap. Basically when the computer decided to do it, which you never knew. Now I would describe my highway commute as severe weather, I often still have to work when school is cancelled for the day. I wonder if they corrected this for the current model? It was fine around town in snow, but heavy snow or slush on the highway look out. Maintenance schedule was just fair too, but don't need to get into all that. Honda has a fine product here for certain applications. Assuming the buyers are comfortable with constantly having to explain to people whether it is a truck, SUV with the arse chopped off, or a minivan chassis.
Sounds to me like you had poor tires on the unit I’ve never had that issue with mine.
@@DCSPORTSTER Actually the opposite. Goodyear Wrangler silent armor with the winter snowflake. Very expensive tires and 16/32 treadwear. Yes it's because you don't drive in severe winter weather, you stay home. I drive a Ram 1500 with similar tires and the balance is very good and never spooky at all. You can lock it in 4x4 and 50/50 power split. I've commuted with a Mazda CX9 too and it's balance is better than the ridgeline too. I think it's a combination of light rear end with the open bed, no differential or axle weight compared to a real pickup, and the computer putting all that power to the rear randomly mid corner. Maybe the limited slip had something to do with it too. You have no clue.
They are VERY COOL❤
My number one complaint is the 1st gen Ridgeline was the last to fit a full size spare tire in the trunk. The 2nd gen is a local commuter with a donut spare only. In Mexico the 1st gen Ridgeline came with a full size spare tire in the trunk. I have a 1st gen with a matching 5th wheel in the trunk so I can drive out of state, and keep on driving. 1st gen also has a real key, columb shifter, and parking foot brake like a real truck. I think the 2022 has a electric parking brake, and shifter in center console wasting space. The worst thing about the 1st gen was the outdated stereo and GPS.
Aside from the all wheel drive, a minivan is more practical. Fold all the seats down and you get a cargo van, fold them all up and you have way more seating. You can fit 8 foot boards much easier. You can actually fit 10 foot boards which you definitely cannot do in the Ridgeline. The towing is also incredibly similar.
I did that for years I haul stuff in my van it’s extremely hard on the interior. When you got a box you can just throw it in the back and not worry about dirt oil or whatever else is there. And your interior stays perfectly clean. My Ridgeline has roof rack on it and I have a piece that goes in the trailer hitch you can put 20 feet length of whatever on top. Now that’s versatility
Love it
HPD delete tho
It’s the most practical of all
Midsize trucks. Widest bed and largest rear seat by far.
HPD? $2800 for nice wheels, ugly fenders, and some decals. No thanks honda.
But thank you Truck King for the great content!
I believe all 2021+ Ridgelines are AWD in USA. Keep in mind the RL is not like the other mid size trucks. They chose a different buyer group. The same group that would look at the Maverick or Santa Cruise. Personally, I like the performance and handling of my RL. The size is perfect and I can get 28+ mpg on the highway too. If buyers want to go off-road, get the body on frame truck with a low-range. However, Sarah-n-tuned has a Ridgeline review that is impressive for off-road ability. Hint, she does drive it spiritually.
I guess they thought Honda Performance Vehicle, HPV, wouldn’t go over so well…😂😂😂
You convinced me to add this to trucks to look at!
I think for me it would be a great truck for me
I hope Honda will consider a Trail model like the Passport
Honda HPD. I think you can get a shot for that.
All Ridgelines are AWD standard in the US too
Are you sure about the front wheel drive option? I thought they went to standard AWD on all levels.
2021 and on are AWD only. In US as well.
@@maxmikles1765 I know. This video was made a few days ago and he said you could still get FWD. I was just checking his statement.
@@mrkioscienceteacher i was replying to the video dude, hit the wrong button and replied to you. My bad. He is slightly wrong on that one.
I'm just waiting for them to update the dash/gauges and infotainment, other than that it is pretty much perfect. Maybe a turbo-charged engine wouldn't hurt either.
Hybrid or PHEV would be nice options.
Needs a longer bed that is taller length wise.I’m iffy on the unibody.
is the 18 wheeler actually cool now
I like the reliability of the Honda vehicles but it doesn’t have any higher tow rating than my Acura MDX and actually has less power from the almost identical V6. I’m looking for a truck but it needs a much higher tow rating which has me looking at full size trucks and I’m disappointed Honda doesn’t have an offering in that segment.
Yes, the 2021/2022 Ridgeline is better looking. I am disappointed in the HPD package with only aesthetics and no performance upgrades. All others manufacturer updates are going further in HP and Torque. Looks like the new Ford Ranger Raptor is going to hit it out of the park. But I really like my 2022 Ridgeline Black Edition and V6 without a turbo.
And for the whiner's, the Ridgeline is a truck, just a better and better version of the Ford Maverick.
My main disappointment is that the Canadian version gets cooling seats and power folding mirrors. I got 2022 RTL -E. Best vehicle I've ever driven. And I've driven many, many cars over 10 years of traveling and renting. The only part of hpd I like is the grill. Ridgeline offers great balance of performance and economy, it doesn't need more juice. The idea of fast trucks, or any fast cars, in my opinion is stupid. You can only go (legally) the speed limit, many a few mph over. The are no cars and trucks that won't go that fast.
It’s always been cool my man, but the world wasn’t ready for it.
The HPD package is a really mixed bag. The wheels are great, the grille is okay. But the fender flares, graphics and badging are absolutely cringe. Overall though I do love the Ridgeline, especially in that red. Somewhat disappointed you didn't do any accelerations. You kept saying it's soft ride made it boring - yet you didn't take advantage of its best party trick - that amazing J35 V6.
Impressive payload!
I love the updates. I’ve owned the 1st Gen and now have the 2nd Gen. Absolutely love this truck.
Let’s go Brandon!
Steveo, I think the word you're looking for is "Garish"
Sonic Grey Pearl is the best Ridgeline color... by far...
need to increase ground clearance at least 1 to 2 inches.
Honda the biggest and best auto maker in America!
What does your brother think
It fits my needs perfectly. I love mine! Same color as the one in this video, sans the HPD package. Eventually I’ll have my own bronze wheels for summer and use the stocks for winter tires.
Also, AWD is standard across the board. No more FWD model.
Good morning Steve 😃must feel like driving a car..my dad almost bought one in 18'..I told em to buy the Gmc Canyon
Honestly for me I have had 3 midsize trucks and I have loved all of them. The main reason if they just looked like a smaller version of the full size. When I look at a Ridgeline it doesn't really give me the feeling that my other trucks did. I think they could catch me with one if they considered going further and a factory lift and if looks more like a truck and not a pilot that someone cut the back off of. I have driven one and it rides nice but needs a visual change in the style
Humm I bought my 2021 f250 with 4x4 7.3 for 53,134 so I think it is crazy that this is near same price
I like everything about my 2019 Honda Ridgeline except for the SUV looking front end. My friend's wife said to me, my "truck looks cute". I was not a happy camper; no guy wants a cute truck. Honda needs to make the Ridgeline look more truckee. Hope that is a word. It looks too soft to me. But I still like it. I wish Honda would take the truck segment of their company more seriously.
HPD should stuff the twin turbo 6 Honda uses in Acura products into the Ridgeline - then it would be worthy of the HPD branding - great Truck nonetheless ......
I like but not sure about it’s off-road capability ! I’m not going to be a rock climber but I don’t want to be towed out of a sandy hole either !
I retired from a Honda dealer as a parts manager. I made fun of the Ridgeline for years. It’s not a truck I said. Then I compared it to others in its class and bought one.
You know, it you want to be taken seriously, you might tell us what trim level this is. Especially if you are going to slap the pricing up on the screen. (It's an RTL-E for those that don't know - top of the line feature/price wise. They make a mid trim RTL, and a base trim Sport)....
HPD = Honda Police Department✅
Omg if it's 50k USD, I definitely can't afford this truck in Canada
With a 1.5 lift i would have bought this over my ranger.
The gold wheels and ridiculous plastic fender flares have to go! Plus, it's time for this model to catch up with Ford and include a hybrid with decent mpg. My F150 3.5 eco boost averages 20.8 mpg and has 400 HP. I'd be interested in a hybrid Ridgeline that could average 29-30 mpg.
The HPD package falls way short of what consumers want out of a performance/off road package.
I thought it was 2022 not 1998. Gold rims?
I really like Honda and I've owned several. My wife currently drives a 2021 Pilot. What I cannot forgive, and the reason I haven't bought a Ridgeline, is the fuel economy. I drive a 2010 Silverado and I regularly get 21-22 mpg average, which is right there with the Ridgeline. It's a 5.3 liter V-8. There is NO DAMNED REASON why Honda should be offering us a midsized truck, with bad styling, weak towing numbers, and bad fuel economy numbers, for $45k... I can go buy a GMC Canyon 4x4 that looks better with all the interior appointments of a loaded Ridgeline, and over 50% more towing capacity, AND a diesel that yields around 30 mpg, for barely $50k. Honda might be looking at styling that is more mature, or wanted, in other parts of the world, but they continue to miss the mark in North America.