We just bought a 2020 Ridgeline absolutely do not regret that purchase. Unless you haul around or tow some pretty major things the Honda is all the truck more people need! Love it!
i love how they said the Canyon didn’t have remote start but the next frame shows the keyfob that literally has remote start on it LOL. most new GM cars have that standard
My 2014 Impala Limited even has remote start. These guys are clowns. And that Honda interior is absolutely dog shit ugly. What the hell are they smoking. Honda 2nd slowest, most 2 most ugly, least payload and yet wins a mid size truck Comparison 😂🤣 I've driven one of those Hondas and its nothing special . I would take a Ranger , Tacoma, Canyon, Colorado any day of the week .
These guys complaining about the interior being "cramped" are a huge part of the problem. These are supposed to be mid size trucks....but instead they are the same size as half ton trucks from a decade or so ago. And yet these guys are complaining that they are too small??
Blame it on large appetites, busier lifestyles and turning to eating more fast foods nowadays then home cooked meals. Im sure the cancer causing carmel coloring high fructose syrup artificial this GMO's in our foods now is probably another reason for larger sized people now. Just my $0.02
The interiors are not the size of half tons from a decade ago. Not even close. The complaint I have with these is that the exteriors are so large yet the bed and inside are not.
push button you can keep it just more crap too go wrong i am not flashy so I like the gmc over priced these cost what I paid for my 2011 Silverado these cost more whst I paid for it back then
Agreed with this video I loved my 2017 Ridgeline and now my 2020 Ridgeline. You have to be honest about yourself and what you need in a truck if you offroad once every 2 years and dont tow anything but a bike rack the Ridgeline is the best out there period.
Scott W. Underated comment here. Id consider a nissan with its $18k starting price, before id ever consider one of these. At least the nissan has a proven design and is a real mid sized truck. Not a bloated luxury crossover with a bed like these other trucks.
And it's a real truck, basic simple truck, none of the tech overload and gussied up interior and exterior like the rest. Just an honest truck, no direct injection to carbon up the engine, no cylinder deactivation, just a good large torquey basic tried and true v6. Last of the real midsize pickups made to actually work.
Hmmm.....they obviously never looked at things like payload, bed size options, power train options, etc. I guess if all your looking for something that’s basically an SUV.....
It does every thing for me. X-Onwer of Silverado. Yea it's not a rock crawler or have extra ground clearance but it does everything fine. I do 1500 lbs runs in the bed all the time no issues. It does not even notice it. 28-30 mpg yes. Torque Vectoring awd yes. All the available tech yes. Overall safest truck on the market yes. Only thing I miss out is the buch looks it's mellow. But putting a levelling kit and some 31 inch tires and light wheels drastically changes to look. Only issue with this vehicle is VCM that must be disabled for long term reliability of this powertrain. Other than that maintenance is cheap and easy. Parts are cheap and easy to replace.
KB L just remember, no truck review is complete without someone bashing the Ridgeline, saying it’s not a real truck because of this and that. The Ridgeline makes a lot of sense on so many levels, unfortunately most people don’t possess the basic intelligence to recognize this. You make a lot of good points and like you I’ve owned both a Silverado as well as an F-150. I’ll probably go with a Ridgeline next time around because it’s such a well thought out vehicle....
Funny ridgeline... I have a WRANGLER JL and a TRD Tacoma.... But I ALWAYS liked the Ridgeline... I personally think it's a brilliant truck and would absolutely look at one next to round...
I wanted a truck and i got a 38k canadian $ WT Colorado that i love. I did not want a car with luxury... i needed a TRUCK. I just love my truck. I wont bash the other one because i am happy if the other love the other choice. This summer i towed a 5000 pounds + trailer with the load. Feel like i had nothing behind. Loved the feeling. Good luck to you all in choosing the wright truck for your need. 😜👍🏻
The Ranger is not "reborn"... its several years old. Same truck sold overseas with minimal changes. It also ranks poorly in virtually all other, much more authoritative reviews/comparisons, with the Colorado/Canyon typically getting top pick.
People talk about how high prices are for trucks these days, but in 1983, a co-worker bought a Nissan small truck (with bonus cab) and it stickered at $14,500. which would be equivalent to almost $38,000 today. I thought he was nuts. if you can wait for model-year end closeouts and automakers' "Truck Month" specials, you can get a decent deal today.
Where are the 'mid sized' trucks? I dont see any at all in this comparison. If there was an s-10, an older ford ranger, a tacoma, and a dodge dakota of old I could see them being midsize. These are so large that they are only a few inches short of being full sized trucks.
@@bradleymeyer9775 Hatchbacks are really useful though. Much better than sedans. Sedans look nice and all but are really useless when it comes to hauling anything.
No one pays msrp. Can get the GMC Canyon Denali mid thirties all day long. Ranger Lariat. $35k. Out the door the midsize trucks with same trim level are around $10k to $15k cheaper.
For trucks that are dimensionally and functionally the same size as 1/2 tons from the late 90s. When you frame it there, and account for inflation, it makes more sense. These don't compare to s10s and old school rangers. A 2021 Canyon/Colorado is within 200lbs of curb weight of my dad's 2000 F150 and tow just under the same as it did. Reality is that if you could live with a 1/2 ton from 2000, then current midsizers are really all you need today.
With those prices my 06 Dakota is good. I can still tow 7,000 lbs, haul 1615 lbs in the 6’6 ft bed I can reach into, simple V8, 5spd column shift, roomy interior with bench seat, and money to save.
I’ve driven them all except the gladiator. The ranger seems the fastest and is the best over all truck it also drives like a small truck. The Honda has the best ride and handling but ranger wasn’t bad.
I am driving my 17 Ridgeline for more than 3 years now. Very nimble, comfortable on long trips and returns 28-30 mpg highway. Only issue I had was VCM vibrations (turning off 3 cylinders) which I disabled now its even smoother and quieter. Love it. Cheap on maintenance too
It’s nice that you can get a base Ranger with 270 horsepower. It sucks that Ford couldn’t bring this global chassis to the US while it was still new, it’s at least six years overdue and probably be getting a refresh soon. Should’ve brought it here while it was new rather than waiting until it’s out several years in other markets.
So never they talked about utility and other important aspects that define a pick up truck they just focused on features and luxury what a garbage comparison. They didn’t even do a payload test like older reviews.
Walter Arroyo thats all the industry is concerned about these days. Never mind the fact that youre paying $45,000 for a damned 4 cylinder truck, or that it cant even tow 3,000lbs and is sluggish compared to trucks of old. Nope, all about the 'luxury' aspect of things. John Q. Public must not give a shit if the body and frame rots away in just a few short years.
And that’s why trucks are just expensive, suburban status symbols now. They’re not utilitarian anymore. It’s the same concept as Wranglers. Few will ever come within 50% of its capabilities. Those numbers are just bragging rights now.
That's why midsize trucks started disappearing ten years ago. It will only be a matter of time before midsize trucks disappear from North American dealership lots again.
Its their own fuckin fault. All we asked for were smaller trucks with 5 speed manuals, single or ext. cab, and a 6 foot bed. The s-10 and ranger both are still wildly popular because all the big auto companies REFUSE to listen to what the working man wants. And at a starting price of $30k+, its no wonder everyone is ignoring these and buying full size work trucks instead.
That was my choice of truck, the Ridgeline. For us none real truck guys like I see most driver's do with their trucks. Just use them as daily driver's.
Ram Classic Ttademan has... More room Better payload Better power Better torque Better towing Better exterior design Oh and btw it's cheaper than the ridgeline
@@andybub45 I'm biased because I work for FCA but, I will admit GM had the best trucks all the way to 2006. I have an 2002 suburban with 300k mile on the Odometer.
So since the Honda is the most car-like, it’s the best truck? That’s just another example of why urban and suburban dwellers need to leave trucks alone.
King Zak That doesn’t make sense. Yours is just a butthurt comment. I don’t personally car for any of the current offerings. They’re all far to computered up and cost far too much. My truck is a workhorse that, while it won’t smoke no Camaros or Mustangs, it’s still alright for an older truck that has never had any issues. Compare that to these trucks now that have pretty much all had recalls. I don’t want a truck because it’s fast or can run quick 0-60s, I need a truck that I can always count on to crank, pull, and push. Reliability and utility is far more important than being quick or car-like, but that fact often falls on deaf ears to people that use trucks a status symbols and commuting tools rather than actual work.
All of these are so overpriced. Ridgeline would be my pick given the price and what you get. No one is going off roading in there brand new truck anyways. Leave that for the Wrangler
The most important thing involving a truck comparison was not included in this video. Capabilities involving work and driving on dirt roads, fields, and sand are the most important, with ride quality and comfort right behind.
Ok after owning a 2016 Colorado Ext Cab Z71,4x4, V6 for three years 9 months and 68,000 trouble free miles, more than half of them mind you towing our 22’ 5,000 lbs Travel Trailer all over the East Coast from our last home in Massachusetts as far North as Bar Harbor ME an South as Key West FL an West to Corpus Christi TX and many points in between, especially on a 4 month trip while our new home was being built in Central Florida, plus the moving of the biggest rental trailer I could find to move all our stuff at a CGVW of 11,600 lbs! That’s just 400 lbs under the MCGVWR! All while average commuting mileage was 18 city 26 highway, with a low towing that heavy trailer of 10 mph and an absolute high of 32.2 mpg down on The Overseas Highway In The Florida Keys, at 2am at a steady 45 mph with very little traffic at the speed limit with cruise control on a 45 mile stretch, I had filled up just before and could not believe the computer telling me 33 mpg? So I stopped at the next open gas/convenience store ad could only add 2.2 gals in 45 miles!! So with all that written, when the time came to buy new, a Crew Cab this time, we went out an drove every Mid Sized and Full Sized Pickups over a one month period. The order I would rate is exactly the opposite of yours! Especially considering the price of what I ended up with! A 2019 Colorado Crew Cab W/T,4x4, V6 that has every option a W/T can get, with Trailer Brake Control and Auto Locking Rear Differential plus including the 7” MyChevy Touch Screen with OnStar 4 G LTE WIFI! Plus got the dealer to throw in/on a complete set of the Boron Skid Plates they install on the ZR2 that makes them an AEV Bison! With an 84 month 100,000 miles Bumper to Bumper Warranty, All for the out the door price of under 32k! Now with another 5 k I’ll be able to add a nice 2.5” Coil-Over lift/leveling kit with rear Air Bags to be able to tow level, plus add some class with Katskinz Custom Leather Seat Covers!
With every updated generation of trucks it seems like a plain old regular cab, long bed TRUCK is becoming less and less common, our company found a '14 Ram specd as such and my jaw hit the floor. The Ridgeline is fine for the suburban crowd and the Gladiator is fine for the off road crowd, but I am truly disappointed in Ford and GM for leaving the working man hanging in the midsize segment, and expecting us to spend our dollars on the inflated (price and size) full size trucks
303 Nitzubishi even the used full sized market is insane right now. If you want a full size truck, your only option right now is to go out west, or down south, and find one thats 2007 and older. I have no idea whatsoever as to what is driving the prices of trucks up, especially "new GMs" garbage.
LRulesTheWorld because they’re suburban status symbols now. The massive amount of brand new, full-size truck that I see in Savannah is astounding. People that will never do anything other than tow a ski boat a couple times a year that are buying the highcountries, longhorns, and platinums by the boatload are the reason prices are soaring. It forces the working man to resort to used vehicles more often (the fact that the older ones are commonly more reliable so contributes) which has driven up demand... thus the price across the board. Go to any suburb and just count how many full size trucks you see that will probably never come close to their limits until they’re sold a couple more times to us poorer shmucks out there. I also personally like the way a truck traditionally drives, but all of these reviewers (that seem to drive popular opinion and thus the market) want a more car-like ride... but these same reviewers also often want to feel every groove and pothole in the road. There’s something nice about the isolating ride of an older vehicle.
John Q. Seeing that a status symbol is generally regarded as a possession that is taken to indicate a person's wealth or high social or professional status, what else could these new trucks be considered if they’re not used for work? “I like it” and “I want it” don’t really float because that’s exactly the people I am talking about that are driving the prices of these rigs through the roof. If trucks we’re still treated and thought of as the utilitarian vehicles they once were (and still to a large proportion of (especially rural) society), they would be much more affordable. It’s crazy that trucks are now expected be luxury vehicles across the board... and that we compare how they ride to cars. Not to say that everyone that buys a loaded out rig doesn’t use it for its intended purpose because I realize that there are many people that make good money with those trucks that haul long distances or heavy loads, but they are not the common buyer if the suburbs across Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and Alabama are any indication. There’s no longer an option for a low-optioned 4x4 v8 that doesn’t crest $30k, and there are no cheap small truck offerings that get decent mileage. With no options, a new F150 with only a v8 and 4x4 reg. cab is over $35k. Optioned the same way, the Chevy 1500 is $34k after cash back. The Ram 1500 is just under $34k. The Tundra is $37k. The Titan - $35. Add at least $10k for the lowest optioned diesel HD. For the economy of the “small” trucks, the Frontier barely gets mid-20 mpg hwy. The Ranger claims 26 mpg, which really isn’t terrible, but the bed is considered too narrow. The Colorado also claims 26 mpg hwy but seems to have also gained a not so reliable reputation. The Tacoma, which is just generally considered the best choice of the smaller category, only tops out at 23 mpg hwy since they appear to have cut their 4 cylinder option. But there is no longer a market for the small efficient trucks anymore because the segment of the population that bought them has moved to either SUVs, full-size trucks, or the grave... because, let’s face it, old folks didn’t mind a small putt-around truck because they only wanted it for the limited utility for their suburban homes. Now, I drive downtown Savannah and Birmingham and see office parking lots loaded with high-trim, full-size trucks that are driven by people that don’t need them. They’re free to purchase whatever they like, but that doesn’t make it any less their fault that prices have been driven through the the roof. Combine all of that with politics playing a role in diesel trucks being required to have all of the extra emissions to the point that many folks that actually know something about the mechanics and the reliability that also use their heavy duty trucks as trucks do not want the new ones because they are not as reliable as the pre-def trucks. Go online. 10-yr-old, 100k mike trucks still have high price tags because the demand is so high. Ive known several people (in farming and trucking communities) that have had several trucks slip through their fingers because many dealers can not keep good used trucks on their lots. So, at this point and coming from a blue-collar, rural perspective, I don’t see how someone that has no need for a full-size truck that purchases a high-dollar full-size truck isn’t doing it for anything more than a status symbol.
I'm with you. Regular or extended cab, long bed, preferably with a stick, and room for coffee on the dash (cupholders welcome, though). That's a truck.
You know Toyota opted out because they know the Tacoma would rank last : speed, interior, exterior, braking and hauling capability. Slow and outdated....... “But Toyota is reliable “🤮
Was the guy with the glasses high when talking about the Canyon? "Ours didn't have remote start" as the camera pans in on the keys in the ignition with a remote start logo on the fob. Get a clue dude ffs
I think they were talking about remote start, as in, turning the engine on when you’re not in the vehicle. They were panning in on the push button start button.
@@alexplore11 what? The Canyon doesn't have push button start. I'm talking about the key fob attached to the key dangling from the ignition, which has a circular arrow on it. That arrow is for remote start, aka starting the vehicle from a remote location
I've heard that FCA is going to reintroduce the Dakota sometime next year, but obviously be sold under the Ram brand. It's also supposed to have the coil spring rear suspension just like it's 1500 big brother. Can't wait to see how it does when it arrives.
Yet leave out the Frontier which is outselling the freaking Ranger. And left out the Tacoma. The entire test is skewed and should have a major asterisk next to it.
Motorweek did NOT leave out the Tacoma. Toyota left out the Tacoma. And why not? It's selling #1 while tech, refinement and performance would maybe garner it a 4th or even 5th place if included here.
Ranger does seem too narrow. It looks odd. Is the Gladiator even in the same category as the others? Hope Honda finally worked out their V6's transmission problems.
The six speed has always been a solid Honda transmission. The 9 speed is the one that they had the most problems with, mainly because it was an expensive, german made design. The new 9 speed is a Honda design and much more reliable.
The GMC Canyon counterpart, the Chevy Colorado, has been racking up first place finishes in many comparison tests lately. This review of the Canyon is mostly a review of the trim level, "Denali" and not the actual truck.
If you want a grocery-hauling SUV with an exposed trunk, you go for the Ridgeline. I'd be terrified to take it off-roading, or even onto gravel streets for that matter.
This is the 2nd of many reviews I’ve seen if a ranger that’s positive. Heard most the exact opposite. Seems odd it places so high. GMC placing last for interior (mostly) seems odd as well. Sure it’s not great but can’t believe that holds it back so much. Honda as #1 seems right. Jeep is way too expensive. I’ve heard of them pushing $60k locally. That’s absurd.
Remember when Ford said Customers who want a mid-sided truck will just buy a cheaper F-150? Pepperidge Farms remembers. Now they have three size category offerings...
Yeah...none of those are trucks. A truck will haul 8 foot lumber safely. None of those will. Those are SUVs with a small grocery box. That's why almost every owner of one of these things buys a trailer to haul stuff. You say 'nay' ? Go to Lowe's or Home Depot and see how many of these things show up pulling a trailer because the tiny beds are too small.
The best 2 midsize trucks werent even in this comparison. Yeah the Frontier is old, but is all truck. No questions asked. And the Tacoma, doesn't even need an explanation.
Motorweek, car and driver, and and these other car review sources have got to stop reviewing trucks. They care more about ride, handling and options then actual truck things. You know like, hauling, towing, off road, stump pulling, etc. The Ridgeline in a freaking accord platform. It's a car that looks like truck. They put some taller struts into it and call it a truck? Take a look at the rear driveshaft it's about 1in diameter backed by a tiny diff. Go tow your boat, your work trailer, or anything with that everyday. It will fail. As said these are for people that want to say they have a "truck" yet don't need one. They are front drive bias which is terrible for towing. It uses a McPherson strut design that only uses a lower control arm making for substantially decreased suspension reliability. Awd with Tourque vectoring is awesome but it uses viscous couplings to distributed power. Again terrible for long term or long distance towing. Bottom line it's a tall car 1st and "truck" (loosely use that term here) 2nd. Great for the banker that wants their significant other to think they are macho but really want nothing to do with mud slinging, hauling, towing, or even getting dirty.
I am starting to wonder if these "reviewers" know what they are reviewing? "No remote start", then shows remote fob with remote start "interior cramped", "ride is firm like a truck" didn't they realise they were reviewing mid-size trucks?
I realize this was a test of the top trims. But Honda has an advantage in the lower trims. You can get a Ridgeline Sport AWD around $34,000. The only things you lose are things I don't give a rip about. You lose leather seats, sunroof, fancy stereo, bed speakers, in bed outlet, and a bunch of driver aid tech. But you get to keep push button start, AWD, crew cab, etc. To get push button start on a Ranger you HAVE to buy the Lariat. It's not even offered on the GM twins. The Gladiator is an outlier here since it's more offroad focused. The review also didn't show the read seats folded up. The Ridgeline wins here too as it's the only one with a nearly flat load floor. I need a truck to haul a motorcycle in the back and the occasional run to home depot for mulch and such. Maybe hauling a piece of furniture and such. I don't need to tow a trailer. And at 6'5" 250lbs...I need interior room...which the Jeep doesn't have, the Ranger is a little tight too. The GM trucks are okay...but the Tacoma is a joke...my head hits the roof. The Ridgeline is like a comfortable slipper...it just fits me. I'm about a year out from buying, so I hope Nissan releases the new Frontier so I can take a look at it. In its current form it's way too small.
The ridgeline for average Joe, is by far the superior truck. Who wouldn't want the in bed trunk, the tailgate that opens 2 ways, and the best ride quality of the bunch. Does it look like a bad ass manly truck, no. But I will take the better truck over looks any day
I mean.. are you neglecting the fact that these models are luxury compact trucks? It’s a small version of a full size truck but a bigger car. It is what people want. Now if you wanted a working truck go grab a Tacoma or frontier. End of story. The Jeep more luxurious than the discontinued Toyota FJ. Doesn’t make sense. There’s nothing wrong with buying something you want with extra stuff in it especially if you’re willing to pay that much. But still smart people don’t off-road their 40 to 60 thousand dollar trucks. People hate the Honda cause it’s exactly what the market wants but to scared to buy it because of the baggage it comes with not buying a more masculine truck.
Toyota didn't provide a truck. They must be tired of losing to Honda. Haha. Love my RL. Just wish they made it look more truck like on the grill. And good lord, waaaaaaaay too much chrome
Car reviewers always prefer a car like pickup. It appears, as far as Honda goes...... the vast majority of buyers don’t. As far as prices go....... they’ll come down if people quite buying. The big issue for manufacturers is how to turn a profit in an industry where lawsuits abound, unions demand an increasing larger piece of the pie and customers demand more and more options. My first loaded F-150 in 1983 sticker price was $15800. I paid $11,989. It had every option available that year except for an automatic transmission. Today the equivalent F-150, trying to compare apples to apples is almost not possible. The closest equivalent would be an XL with no upgrades at all! Even then, the no upgrades truck is far nicer than the loaded XL I had in 1983. The sticker price would be $26,690 and I could actually buy the truck for about $23,000 right now! Considering inflation and all the upgrades safety features, better frame, better body, better motor, transmission, better everything..... Well Ford has kept the prices way down compared to inflation for and “apples to apples” vehicle. But everyone wants “top of the line bragging rights”. So they buy an Crew cab, 4x4, with a 10-speed transmission, every conceivable amenity and see a sticker price of at least $60,000. Well, if we go back to the equivalent f-150 in 1983.... you can’t get that luxury. So we have to look for luxury of that time. The closest comparison would be a Cadillac or Lincoln luxury car. Loaded, those cars could hit $30,000 back then! Even so, those cars don’t even come close to the luxury of a loaded pickup today! So again, if we adjust for inflation and the most luxurious vehicles of 1983...... The manufacturers have done a darn good job keeping prices down considering all the government mandated emissions, safety and all the unions pensions, medical and the yearly onslaught of lawsuits that in 1983 occurred far far less often.
heres the deal...if your rating trucks which are made for hauling whatever you have in mind ..therefore the more you can get out of it has to be the most important issue...id say the list is upside down..you want total luxury for passengers buy an suv or a car...maybe a pickup but you cant make comfort the top issue..utility ..in that case the ridgeline falls short in nearly every category...although cool and good at what it is its not up to the competition...
Gladiator had the "least payload by far" simply because they tested the trim with the least payload in the lineup. The Max Tow package adds nearly 40% more payload than the one they tested. It also has the largest brakes, strongest frame, best transmission, highest gasoline towing rating, most modern interior, and best 4x4 system offered in the entire segment. Lastly, which other truck here can go topless and doorless? Objectively, the Gladiator is the clear winner. The Ridgeline is a spoon. The Gladiator is a Swiss Army knife.
They test drove a red Ford Ranger. Hank Hill will approve I tell you wut.
* I tell ya HWAT, bobby
@@lucasodum2185 porfavor?
Perfect for hauling propane and propane accessories. I wouldn't be surprised if Ford released one that runs on propane.
Lol 😂
That’s one hell of a truck I tell ya hwhat!
We just bought a 2020 Ridgeline absolutely do not regret that purchase. Unless you haul around or tow some pretty major things the Honda is all the truck more people need! Love it!
Just curious why bot 2021 doesn't the front look better or do you not think so no hate btw just curious
Truck prices have gone insane.
tacoma is still really nice
Why does motor week still feels like it was filmed in the late 80s or early 90s even thought they’re talking about 2019 models?
It does have a certain charm.
i love how they said the Canyon didn’t have remote start but the next frame shows the keyfob that literally has remote start on it LOL. most new GM cars have that standard
It absolutely has remote start
These reviewers are yoyo's.
They meant push button start
My 2014 Impala Limited even has remote start. These guys are clowns. And that Honda interior is absolutely dog shit ugly. What the hell are they smoking.
Honda 2nd slowest, most 2 most ugly, least payload and yet wins a mid size truck Comparison 😂🤣
I've driven one of those Hondas and its nothing special . I would take a Ranger , Tacoma, Canyon, Colorado any day of the week .
The Ridgeline side opening tailgate is game changing
That features been in the game since 2006 but nobody pays attention.
These guys complaining about the interior being "cramped" are a huge part of the problem. These are supposed to be mid size trucks....but instead they are the same size as half ton trucks from a decade or so ago. And yet these guys are complaining that they are too small??
there also more obese people than a decade before
Americans have gotten fatter so nothing short of a mid 70's caddy or Lincoln is not roomy enough anymore for their fat asses.
Blame it on large appetites, busier lifestyles and turning to eating more fast foods nowadays then home cooked meals. Im sure the cancer causing carmel coloring high fructose syrup artificial this GMO's in our foods now is probably another reason for larger sized people now. Just my $0.02
The interiors are not the size of half tons from a decade ago. Not even close. The complaint I have with these is that the exteriors are so large yet the bed and inside are not.
Of course it's cramped the one reviewer is like 400lbs lol
Mike Hanley on the GMC Canyon "Ours didn't have remote start". Camera cuts to interior clearly showing the keys with remote start button.
Nick Wittmann pretty sure he meant to say push to start which all the other trucks offer.
That's probably true, but you would think anyone who reviews cars for a living would get that right.
push button you can keep it just more crap too go wrong i am not flashy so I like the gmc over priced these cost what I paid for my 2011 Silverado these cost more whst I paid for it back then
Agreed with this video I loved my 2017 Ridgeline and now my 2020 Ridgeline. You have to be honest about yourself and what you need in a truck if you offroad once every 2 years and dont tow anything but a bike rack the Ridgeline is the best out there period.
What do you think of the 9 speed vs the old 6 speed transmission? Is the auto stop annoying?
All Honda gotta do is make the front end a lil more Agressive and it’ll be good
Styling is subjective. I like it as is.
I think it looks very sleek in person.
It has no hp.
@@rowlandmartin85 it makes 280...more than tacoma and frontier...
They refreshed the Ridgeline, they made the grille more flat and the headlights more sleek
Nissan Frontier is still a solid option and a great price.
Scott W. Underated comment here. Id consider a nissan with its $18k starting price, before id ever consider one of these. At least the nissan has a proven design and is a real mid sized truck. Not a bloated luxury crossover with a bed like these other trucks.
Class truck.
And it's a real truck, basic simple truck, none of the tech overload and gussied up interior and exterior like the rest. Just an honest truck, no direct injection to carbon up the engine, no cylinder deactivation, just a good large torquey basic tried and true v6. Last of the real midsize pickups made to actually work.
And the Frontier is an old true and tried design. It is the last reliable Nissan you can buy as well, before they teamed up with Renault..
@@windanthonystream pretty much all Nissan's are reliable if you exclude CVTs. And this gen frontier was made after the Renault merger.
As someone who works for GM all I want to say is that the Denali has remote start and it was visible on the key after the gentleman in red spoke
I'd still go with the Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Pro-4x Manual. Just a nice, simple, reliable truck.
My thoughts precisely. Also the cheapest.
Outdated but Still a Solid Truck 👍
Great choice
Exactly!!!
Toyota really needs to start playing nice with all the other kids.
Hmmm.....they obviously never looked at things like payload, bed size options, power train options, etc. I guess if all your looking for something that’s basically an SUV.....
Alex on Auto is more credible with its pint of milk that can enter the central console as standard
without a Tacoma, it's not a comparison.
The Tacoma blows them all out of the water.
It wouldn't stand out that much against in a comparison like this.
Tacoma is in first place so they compared the runner ups to see who comes in second.
The truck is ancient as well as the frontier hence reason they were excluded.
The Tacoma hasn't won a comparison test in a long time. They need to go back to the drawing board and come back swinging
Ridge line is not a truck, your guy even said “doesn’t do truck like stuff”
It does every thing for me. X-Onwer of Silverado. Yea it's not a rock crawler or have extra ground clearance but it does everything fine. I do 1500 lbs runs in the bed all the time no issues. It does not even notice it. 28-30 mpg yes. Torque Vectoring awd yes. All the available tech yes. Overall safest truck on the market yes. Only thing I miss out is the buch looks it's mellow. But putting a levelling kit and some 31 inch tires and light wheels drastically changes to look. Only issue with this vehicle is VCM that must be disabled for long term reliability of this powertrain. Other than that maintenance is cheap and easy. Parts are cheap and easy to replace.
Jonas--- he actually said the opposite....
KB L just remember, no truck review is complete without someone bashing the Ridgeline, saying it’s not a real truck because of this and that. The Ridgeline makes a lot of sense on so many levels, unfortunately most people don’t possess the basic intelligence to recognize this. You make a lot of good points and like you I’ve owned both a Silverado as well as an F-150. I’ll probably go with a Ridgeline next time around because it’s such a well thought out vehicle....
Funny ridgeline... I have a WRANGLER JL and a TRD Tacoma.... But I ALWAYS liked the Ridgeline... I personally think it's a brilliant truck and would absolutely look at one next to round...
I wanted a truck and i got a 38k canadian $ WT Colorado that i love. I did not want a car with luxury... i needed a TRUCK. I just love my truck. I wont bash the other one because i am happy if the other love the other choice.
This summer i towed a 5000 pounds + trailer with the load. Feel like i had nothing behind. Loved the feeling.
Good luck to you all in choosing the wright truck for your need. 😜👍🏻
The Ranger is not "reborn"... its several years old. Same truck sold overseas with minimal changes. It also ranks poorly in virtually all other, much more authoritative reviews/comparisons, with the Colorado/Canyon typically getting top pick.
You can add 2" lift from Traxx, and wheel and tires for off-road with Ridgeline, and safety rating is second to none.
Would it void the warranty?
@@BengLang84 I don't know, but worth asking a dealership, some even get this done
People talk about how high prices are for trucks these days, but in 1983, a co-worker bought a Nissan small truck (with bonus cab) and it stickered at $14,500. which would be equivalent to almost $38,000 today. I thought he was nuts. if you can wait for model-year end closeouts and automakers' "Truck Month" specials, you can get a decent deal today.
Where are the 'mid sized' trucks? I dont see any at all in this comparison. If there was an s-10, an older ford ranger, a tacoma, and a dodge dakota of old I could see them being midsize. These are so large that they are only a few inches short of being full sized trucks.
I really like the Ford Ranger and the Toyota Tacoma and the Jeep Gladiator. The GM trucks are nice and I like the Black Edition Honda Ridgeline
So? Who cares? ⚠️
lol, so you like everything
Maestro_T
Yeah, I try to like everything. I’m not a fan of hatchbacks and hybrids though.
broderp
I do
@@bradleymeyer9775 Hatchbacks are really useful though. Much better than sedans. Sedans look nice and all but are really useless when it comes to hauling anything.
mid 40’s your talking full size crew cab prices
That's because there's a thing called inflation
No one pays msrp. Can get the GMC Canyon Denali mid thirties all day long. Ranger Lariat. $35k. Out the door the midsize trucks with same trim level are around $10k to $15k cheaper.
@@waterzap99 got a 2019 honda ridgeline fully loaded for 46000 canadian! he took 6000 $ off because it wasnt a 2020, you just gotta shop a little :)
For trucks that are dimensionally and functionally the same size as 1/2 tons from the late 90s. When you frame it there, and account for inflation, it makes more sense. These don't compare to s10s and old school rangers. A 2021 Canyon/Colorado is within 200lbs of curb weight of my dad's 2000 F150 and tow just under the same as it did. Reality is that if you could live with a 1/2 ton from 2000, then current midsizers are really all you need today.
Had two GMC Canyons 17 and 18 both had bad transmissions went out at 5,000 miles on both . I will neve buy anything for GM again
Honda Engineering wins again against the competition. It’s sad that Toyota did not think their truck was good enough to test.
Looks like Toyota got some cold feet? Or I should say cold tires!
it won because its an suv with a bed
With those prices my 06 Dakota is good. I can still tow 7,000 lbs, haul 1615 lbs in the 6’6 ft bed I can reach into, simple V8, 5spd column shift, roomy interior with bench seat, and money to save.
I’ve driven them all except the gladiator. The ranger seems the fastest and is the best over all truck it also drives like a small truck. The Honda has the best ride and handling but ranger wasn’t bad.
I am driving my 17 Ridgeline for more than 3 years now. Very nimble, comfortable on long trips and returns 28-30 mpg highway. Only issue I had was VCM vibrations (turning off 3 cylinders) which I disabled now its even smoother and quieter. Love it. Cheap on maintenance too
Impressive to see the Ford Ranger at #2. It's an older design for sure but like they said its very capable.
It’s nice that you can get a base Ranger with 270 horsepower. It sucks that Ford couldn’t bring this global chassis to the US while it was still new, it’s at least six years overdue and probably be getting a refresh soon. Should’ve brought it here while it was new rather than waiting until it’s out several years in other markets.
These prices are preposterous🤑
I can't even spell preposterous without using spell check , so I agree
You just can't afford it, maybe?
The Honda looks like a friggin slipper.
its a honda tho ;)
Hideous
I hadn’t been able to put my finger on it, but that’s it.
So never they talked about utility and other important aspects that define a pick up truck they just focused on features and luxury what a garbage comparison. They didn’t even do a payload test like older reviews.
Walter Arroyo thats all the industry is concerned about these days. Never mind the fact that youre paying $45,000 for a damned 4 cylinder truck, or that it cant even tow 3,000lbs and is sluggish compared to trucks of old. Nope, all about the 'luxury' aspect of things. John Q. Public must not give a shit if the body and frame rots away in just a few short years.
LRulesTheWorld damn true nothing is affordable or reliable anymore New vehicles are made just to break and be obsolete quicker.
And that’s why trucks are just expensive, suburban status symbols now. They’re not utilitarian anymore. It’s the same concept as Wranglers. Few will ever come within 50% of its capabilities. Those numbers are just bragging rights now.
I wouldn't pay those prices for a 3/4 ton...
That's why midsize trucks started disappearing ten years ago. It will only be a matter of time before midsize trucks disappear from North American dealership lots again.
Its their own fuckin fault. All we asked for were smaller trucks with 5 speed manuals, single or ext. cab, and a 6 foot bed. The s-10 and ranger both are still wildly popular because all the big auto companies REFUSE to listen to what the working man wants. And at a starting price of $30k+, its no wonder everyone is ignoring these and buying full size work trucks instead.
@@Lrules364 The only truck left that can be ordered stripped down and a manual is a Frontier.
@@jeepthing98 Gladiator comes manual
LRulesTheWorld All “we“ asked for? You’re truck needs are definitely in the minority.
That was my choice of truck, the Ridgeline. For us none real truck guys like I see most driver's do with their trucks. Just use them as daily driver's.
Granted that the most people who buy the Honda are for those suburban cowboys making a run to Home Depot.
Ram Classic Ttademan has...
More room
Better payload
Better power
Better torque
Better towing
Better exterior design
Oh and btw it's cheaper than the ridgeline
turshin full size truck dude... and highly doubt price is actually cheaper.
@@Turshin Rams break down too much. Try a Silverado 1500 WT
@@volnutt1609 the base model actually is
@@andybub45 I'm biased because I work for FCA but, I will admit GM had the best trucks all the way to 2006. I have an 2002 suburban with 300k mile on the Odometer.
Why does motorweeks video feels like it’s from 1997?
40k for any midsize truck is just stupid.
And 80k is stupid for a full size truck but somebody's buying them ...
@@jermainec2462 more than my house, except my house will still be worth that in 10 years.
So since the Honda is the most car-like, it’s the best truck? That’s just another example of why urban and suburban dwellers need to leave trucks alone.
King Zak That doesn’t make sense. Yours is just a butthurt comment. I don’t personally car for any of the current offerings. They’re all far to computered up and cost far too much. My truck is a workhorse that, while it won’t smoke no Camaros or Mustangs, it’s still alright for an older truck that has never had any issues.
Compare that to these trucks now that have pretty much all had recalls.
I don’t want a truck because it’s fast or can run quick 0-60s, I need a truck that I can always count on to crank, pull, and push.
Reliability and utility is far more important than being quick or car-like, but that fact often falls on deaf ears to people that use trucks a status symbols and commuting tools rather than actual work.
Still think canyon should be 1st
It is in practically every competent review.
All of these are so overpriced. Ridgeline would be my pick given the price and what you get. No one is going off roading in there brand new truck anyways. Leave that for the Wrangler
exactly right
It’s simple: The truck capability is lost 90% of the time so it figures the most “car” will win. 👍🏻
All a truck really needs is a bed at the end of the day.
I’m guessing every single Ridgeline basher here has not driven one, amirite? Ridgeline deserves the win, kudos Honda.
Why buy a ridgeline? Buy an Odyssey
@@Turshin Because I haul loads of mulch/dirt in the back. Not sure the on-board vacuum could handle the clean up.
The most important thing involving a truck comparison was not included in this video. Capabilities involving work and driving on dirt roads, fields, and sand are the most important, with ride quality and comfort right behind.
So if you judge a truck by front-wheel-drive car standards the converted minivan wins. Honda must have paid a lot for these test results.
Ok after owning a 2016 Colorado Ext Cab Z71,4x4, V6 for three years 9 months and 68,000 trouble free miles, more than half of them mind you towing our 22’ 5,000 lbs Travel Trailer all over the East Coast from our last home in Massachusetts as far North as Bar Harbor ME an South as Key West FL an West to Corpus Christi TX and many points in between, especially on a 4 month trip while our new home was being built in Central Florida, plus the moving of the biggest rental trailer I could find to move all our stuff at a CGVW of 11,600 lbs! That’s just 400 lbs under the MCGVWR! All while average commuting mileage was 18 city 26 highway, with a low towing that heavy trailer of 10 mph and an absolute high of 32.2 mpg down on The Overseas Highway In The Florida Keys, at 2am at a steady 45 mph with very little traffic at the speed limit with cruise control on a 45 mile stretch, I had filled up just before and could not believe the computer telling me 33 mpg? So I stopped at the next open gas/convenience store ad could only add 2.2 gals in 45 miles!! So with all that written, when the time came to buy new, a Crew Cab this time, we went out an drove every Mid Sized and Full Sized Pickups over a one month period. The order I would rate is exactly the opposite of yours! Especially considering the price of what I ended up with! A 2019 Colorado Crew Cab W/T,4x4, V6 that has every option a W/T can get, with Trailer Brake Control and Auto Locking Rear Differential plus including the 7” MyChevy Touch Screen with OnStar 4 G LTE WIFI! Plus got the dealer to throw in/on a complete set of the Boron Skid Plates they install on the ZR2 that makes them an AEV Bison! With an 84 month 100,000 miles Bumper to Bumper Warranty, All for the out the door price of under 32k! Now with another 5 k I’ll be able to add a nice 2.5” Coil-Over lift/leveling kit with rear Air Bags to be able to tow level, plus add some class with Katskinz Custom Leather Seat Covers!
6:26 that’s not the footage of the Ridgeline
nice catch
With every updated generation of trucks it seems like a plain old regular cab, long bed TRUCK is becoming less and less common, our company found a '14 Ram specd as such and my jaw hit the floor. The Ridgeline is fine for the suburban crowd and the Gladiator is fine for the off road crowd, but I am truly disappointed in Ford and GM for leaving the working man hanging in the midsize segment, and expecting us to spend our dollars on the inflated (price and size) full size trucks
303 Nitzubishi even the used full sized market is insane right now. If you want a full size truck, your only option right now is to go out west, or down south, and find one thats 2007 and older. I have no idea whatsoever as to what is driving the prices of trucks up, especially "new GMs" garbage.
LRulesTheWorld because they’re suburban status symbols now. The massive amount of brand new, full-size truck that I see in Savannah is astounding. People that will never do anything other than tow a ski boat a couple times a year that are buying the highcountries, longhorns, and platinums by the boatload are the reason prices are soaring. It forces the working man to resort to used vehicles more often (the fact that the older ones are commonly more reliable so contributes) which has driven up demand... thus the price across the board.
Go to any suburb and just count how many full size trucks you see that will probably never come close to their limits until they’re sold a couple more times to us poorer shmucks out there.
I also personally like the way a truck traditionally drives, but all of these reviewers (that seem to drive popular opinion and thus the market) want a more car-like ride... but these same reviewers also often want to feel every groove and pothole in the road. There’s something nice about the isolating ride of an older vehicle.
John Q. Seeing that a status symbol is generally regarded as a possession that is taken to indicate a person's wealth or high social or professional status, what else could these new trucks be considered if they’re not used for work?
“I like it” and “I want it” don’t really float because that’s exactly the people I am talking about that are driving the prices of these rigs through the roof.
If trucks we’re still treated and thought of as the utilitarian vehicles they once were (and still to a large proportion of (especially rural) society), they would be much more affordable.
It’s crazy that trucks are now expected be luxury vehicles across the board... and that we compare how they ride to cars.
Not to say that everyone that buys a loaded out rig doesn’t use it for its intended purpose because I realize that there are many people that make good money with those trucks that haul long distances or heavy loads, but they are not the common buyer if the suburbs across Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and Alabama are any indication.
There’s no longer an option for a low-optioned 4x4 v8 that doesn’t crest $30k, and there are no cheap small truck offerings that get decent mileage.
With no options, a new F150 with only a v8 and 4x4 reg. cab is over $35k. Optioned the same way, the Chevy 1500 is $34k after cash back. The Ram 1500 is just under $34k. The Tundra is $37k. The Titan - $35. Add at least $10k for the lowest optioned diesel HD.
For the economy of the “small” trucks, the Frontier barely gets mid-20 mpg hwy. The Ranger claims 26 mpg, which really isn’t terrible, but the bed is considered too narrow. The Colorado also claims 26 mpg hwy but seems to have also gained a not so reliable reputation. The Tacoma, which is just generally considered the best choice of the smaller category, only tops out at 23 mpg hwy since they appear to have cut their 4 cylinder option.
But there is no longer a market for the small efficient trucks anymore because the segment of the population that bought them has moved to either SUVs, full-size trucks, or the grave... because, let’s face it, old folks didn’t mind a small putt-around truck because they only wanted it for the limited utility for their suburban homes.
Now, I drive downtown Savannah and Birmingham and see office parking lots loaded with high-trim, full-size trucks that are driven by people that don’t need them. They’re free to purchase whatever they like, but that doesn’t make it any less their fault that prices have been driven through the the roof. Combine all of that with politics playing a role in diesel trucks being required to have all of the extra emissions to the point that many folks that actually know something about the mechanics and the reliability that also use their heavy duty trucks as trucks do not want the new ones because they are not as reliable as the pre-def trucks. Go online. 10-yr-old, 100k mike trucks still have high price tags because the demand is so high. Ive known several people (in farming and trucking communities) that have had several trucks slip through their fingers because many dealers can not keep good used trucks on their lots.
So, at this point and coming from a blue-collar, rural perspective, I don’t see how someone that has no need for a full-size truck that purchases a high-dollar full-size truck isn’t doing it for anything more than a status symbol.
There's not nearly as much profit in base model vehicles as there is in loaded ones.
I'm with you. Regular or extended cab, long bed, preferably with a stick, and room for coffee on the dash (cupholders welcome, though). That's a truck.
You know Toyota opted out because they know the Tacoma would rank last : speed, interior, exterior, braking and hauling capability. Slow and outdated....... “But Toyota is reliable “🤮
...and if you plan on keeping your truck more than a few short years reliability means a lot!
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“This comment was paid for by ford”
If you're going to dock points for the price of the Canyon shouldn't you compare the Colorado instead?
Was the guy with the glasses high when talking about the Canyon? "Ours didn't have remote start" as the camera pans in on the keys in the ignition with a remote start logo on the fob. Get a clue dude ffs
I think they were talking about remote start, as in, turning the engine on when you’re not in the vehicle. They were panning in on the push button start button.
@@alexplore11 what? The Canyon doesn't have push button start. I'm talking about the key fob attached to the key dangling from the ignition, which has a circular arrow on it. That arrow is for remote start, aka starting the vehicle from a remote location
1mlb704 Oops. Apologies I was confused, and wrong. Have a good one.
@@alexplore11 no worries
My 18 Canyon has remote start.
Hi does the ridgline 2017 has any problems or should i get a newer ridgline model?
I've heard that FCA is going to reintroduce the Dakota sometime next year, but obviously be sold under the Ram brand. It's also supposed to have the coil spring rear suspension just like it's 1500 big brother. Can't wait to see how it does when it arrives.
Word has it that it won't be built in the U.S.A. I believe it will be assembled in a Fiat plant in Italy.
Yet leave out the Frontier which is outselling the freaking Ranger. And left out the Tacoma. The entire test is skewed and should have a major asterisk next to it.
Motorweek did NOT leave out the Tacoma. Toyota left out the Tacoma. And why not? It's selling #1 while tech, refinement and performance would maybe garner it a 4th or even 5th place if included here.
I would love to see a more "low gearing" drive option on the ridgeline.
The 9 speed transmission's 1st gear/Low gear is a 20:1 crawl ratio, which is right in there with most 4x4 trucks.
Is that Honda even a truck? Looks like a mini van with back chopped off.
Ranger does seem too narrow. It looks odd. Is the Gladiator even in the same category as the others? Hope Honda finally worked out their V6's transmission problems.
The six speed has always been a solid Honda transmission. The 9 speed is the one that they had the most problems with, mainly because it was an expensive, german made design. The new 9 speed is a Honda design and much more reliable.
it looks narrow because of its suspension allowing more clearance
The GMC Canyon counterpart, the Chevy Colorado, has been racking up first place finishes in many comparison tests lately. This review of the Canyon is mostly a review of the trim level, "Denali" and not the actual truck.
I have a 2016 Colorado Z71 RWD and it’s more than adequate for my needs.
Let's see how you feel in five years.
If you want a grocery-hauling SUV with an exposed trunk, you go for the Ridgeline. I'd be terrified to take it off-roading, or even onto gravel streets for that matter.
This is the 2nd of many reviews I’ve seen if a ranger that’s positive. Heard most the exact opposite. Seems odd it places so high. GMC placing last for interior (mostly) seems odd as well. Sure it’s not great but can’t believe that holds it back so much. Honda as #1 seems right. Jeep is way too expensive. I’ve heard of them pushing $60k locally. That’s absurd.
That GMC Canyon Denali does have a remote start. It has the remote start button on the remote. Check it out time starts at 3:11.
What do you guys think the Colorado compared to these ones?
Remember when Ford said Customers who want a mid-sided truck will just buy a cheaper F-150? Pepperidge Farms remembers. Now they have three size category offerings...
Still very happy with my Frontier
Love me some Pentastar!
Although I love the Tacoma very much, it's very unorthodox to drive. To those who daily drive them, you have my respect.
How so? (And I'm neither a fan nor hater of Toyotas.)
Am I the only one that just doesn’t care much for or that’s not impressed by the Jeep?
That jeep is Fiats attempt to win over consumers with an old name, it's just a way to vacuum up money for themselves
I'm not. The wheelbase is way too long to be a serious offroad unless you're limited to mud, that thing high centers too easily.
These prices are insane!
I quit watching when the Frontier was left out. That truck is more than capable especially with the Vq40 and 6 speed manual
The next Ford Explorer needs to be built on the Ford Ranger platform. The Ranger needs to have a manual shift option.
agree 100%.... if you want to do more, you'll be getting the bigger trucks.
Yeah...none of those are trucks. A truck will haul 8 foot lumber safely. None of those will. Those are SUVs with a small grocery box. That's why almost every owner of one of these things buys a trailer to haul stuff. You say 'nay' ? Go to Lowe's or Home Depot and see how many of these things show up pulling a trailer because the tiny beds are too small.
The best 2 midsize trucks werent even in this comparison. Yeah the Frontier is old, but is all truck. No questions asked. And the Tacoma, doesn't even need an explanation.
Motorweek, car and driver, and and these other car review sources have got to stop reviewing trucks. They care more about ride, handling and options then actual truck things. You know like, hauling, towing, off road, stump pulling, etc. The Ridgeline in a freaking accord platform. It's a car that looks like truck. They put some taller struts into it and call it a truck? Take a look at the rear driveshaft it's about 1in diameter backed by a tiny diff. Go tow your boat, your work trailer, or anything with that everyday. It will fail. As said these are for people that want to say they have a "truck" yet don't need one. They are front drive bias which is terrible for towing. It uses a McPherson strut design that only uses a lower control arm making for substantially decreased suspension reliability. Awd with Tourque vectoring is awesome but it uses viscous couplings to distributed power. Again terrible for long term or long distance towing.
Bottom line it's a tall car 1st and "truck" (loosely use that term here) 2nd. Great for the banker that wants their significant other to think they are macho but really want nothing to do with mud slinging, hauling, towing, or even getting dirty.
I am starting to wonder if these "reviewers" know what they are reviewing? "No remote start", then shows remote fob with remote start "interior cramped", "ride is firm like a truck" didn't they realise they were reviewing mid-size trucks?
I feel like the ranking should be directly reversed for people that are looking for a truck to use as a truck.
Scott Hartman all of them have to short of a bed.
I realize this was a test of the top trims. But Honda has an advantage in the lower trims. You can get a Ridgeline Sport AWD around $34,000. The only things you lose are things I don't give a rip about. You lose leather seats, sunroof, fancy stereo, bed speakers, in bed outlet, and a bunch of driver aid tech. But you get to keep push button start, AWD, crew cab, etc. To get push button start on a Ranger you HAVE to buy the Lariat. It's not even offered on the GM twins. The Gladiator is an outlier here since it's more offroad focused. The review also didn't show the read seats folded up. The Ridgeline wins here too as it's the only one with a nearly flat load floor.
I need a truck to haul a motorcycle in the back and the occasional run to home depot for mulch and such. Maybe hauling a piece of furniture and such. I don't need to tow a trailer. And at 6'5" 250lbs...I need interior room...which the Jeep doesn't have, the Ranger is a little tight too. The GM trucks are okay...but the Tacoma is a joke...my head hits the roof. The Ridgeline is like a comfortable slipper...it just fits me.
I'm about a year out from buying, so I hope Nissan releases the new Frontier so I can take a look at it. In its current form it's way too small.
The Ridgeline reminds me of the old Subaru Brat.
The ridgeline for average Joe, is by far the superior truck. Who wouldn't want the in bed trunk, the tailgate that opens 2 ways, and the best ride quality of the bunch. Does it look like a bad ass manly truck, no. But I will take the better truck over looks any day
Ive test drove all but the Honda they drive close to the same, gladiator did very well to what I was expecting.
It would seem like a pain to get in and out of the rear doors of the Jeep Gladiator the way the bottom of door is cut out
Miguel Ircontar it’s really not
Brian Djordjevic cut less aggressive tha an XJ but is definitely a pain in the ass to hop in and out of
volnutt c Have you sat in one cuz I have and I’m 6’ had no problem and there is more space than my friends Chevy Colorado
is there anyone under 250lbs on motorweek staff?
2:09
Wheres the chevy... oh yea, too cheap
GMC is chevy fool
So is Toyota cheap too since it’s not in the comparison?
Did you know that if you put a hard shell bed cap on a ridgeline it looks like a minivan.... just saying
These jokers should get a minivan
I mean.. are you neglecting the fact that these models are luxury compact trucks? It’s a small version of a full size truck but a bigger car. It is what people want. Now if you wanted a working truck go grab a Tacoma or frontier. End of story. The Jeep more luxurious than the discontinued Toyota FJ. Doesn’t make sense. There’s nothing wrong with buying something you want with extra stuff in it especially if you’re willing to pay that much. But still smart people don’t off-road their 40 to 60 thousand dollar trucks.
People hate the Honda cause it’s exactly what the market wants but to scared to buy it because of the baggage it comes with not buying a more masculine truck.
That's basically what the Ridgeline is! It does have a nice beer cooler though.
honda is the best midsize
Says gmc doesn’t have remote start then camera shows key with remote start. Why can’t reviewers just stop lying
Toyota didn't provide a truck. They must be tired of losing to Honda. Haha. Love my RL. Just wish they made it look more truck like on the grill. And good lord, waaaaaaaay too much chrome
Toyota is tired of losing.
Mike Hanley is my least favorite car reviewer on the entire internet
Car reviewers always prefer a car like pickup. It appears, as far as Honda goes...... the vast majority of buyers don’t. As far as prices go....... they’ll come down if people quite buying. The big issue for manufacturers is how to turn a profit in an industry where lawsuits abound, unions demand an increasing larger piece of the pie and customers demand more and more options. My first loaded F-150 in 1983 sticker price was $15800. I paid $11,989. It had every option available that year except for an automatic transmission. Today the equivalent F-150, trying to compare apples to apples is almost not possible. The closest equivalent would be an XL with no upgrades at all! Even then, the no upgrades truck is far nicer than the loaded XL I had in 1983. The sticker price would be $26,690 and I could actually buy the truck for about $23,000 right now! Considering inflation and all the upgrades safety features, better frame, better body, better motor, transmission, better everything..... Well Ford has kept the prices way down compared to inflation for and “apples to apples” vehicle. But everyone wants “top of the line bragging rights”. So they buy an Crew cab, 4x4, with a 10-speed transmission, every conceivable amenity and see a sticker price of at least $60,000. Well, if we go back to the equivalent f-150 in 1983.... you can’t get that luxury. So we have to look for luxury of that time. The closest comparison would be a Cadillac or Lincoln luxury car. Loaded, those cars could hit $30,000 back then! Even so, those cars don’t even come close to the luxury of a loaded pickup today! So again, if we adjust for inflation and the most luxurious vehicles of 1983...... The manufacturers have done a darn good job keeping prices down considering all the government mandated emissions, safety and all the unions pensions, medical and the yearly onslaught of lawsuits that in 1983 occurred far far less often.
It's a Jeep thing you would not understand.
heres the deal...if your rating trucks which are made for hauling whatever you have in mind ..therefore the more you can get out of it has to be the most important issue...id say the list is upside down..you want total luxury for passengers buy an suv or a car...maybe a pickup but you cant make comfort the top issue..utility ..in that case the ridgeline falls short in nearly every category...although cool and good at what it is its not up to the competition...
Not surprised, coming from car guys.
So as long as we don't compare it to the Frontier, Tacoma, or the Colorado, the unibody FWD Honda car with a pickup box is the winner... 👎👎
Too bad in other comparisons it's been put against with them, they still get beat....lol...jackass
@@williammocaby Honda wins almost every comparison test
unless you are really doing a lot of off roading and towing more than 5000lbs the Ridgeline is the better everyday truck..
Gladiator had the "least payload by far" simply because they tested the trim with the least payload in the lineup. The Max Tow package adds nearly 40% more payload than the one they tested. It also has the largest brakes, strongest frame, best transmission, highest gasoline towing rating, most modern interior, and best 4x4 system offered in the entire segment. Lastly, which other truck here can go topless and doorless? Objectively, the Gladiator is the clear winner. The Ridgeline is a spoon. The Gladiator is a Swiss Army knife.
OFFRD I agree
ridgeline is far better
No Tacoma? Pffft.
I just wish Honda made the Ridgeline look more like a pickup truck not a CRV with a fucking Pickup Bed😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
The ridgeline is a pilot with a truck bed, which is why I like it.
$56,000 for a jeep....are you shitting me?