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The Pragmatic Pickup | 2021 Honda Ridgeline
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- Опубликовано: 31 май 2021
- Honda's Ridgeline has long been a solid pickup truck with a reputation problem. Rather than designing the truck for bragging rights, Honda focused on what the majority of truck owners actually do with their mid-size trucks. This pragmatic view of truck ownership caused the Ridgeline to be lampooned as a "wimpy truck". To counter that Honda decided to double down on practical features while giving the front end a redesign to look more aggressive. If you don't need to tow more than 5,000 pounds, this might just be the best truck for you.
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It's legitimately impressive how much information there is in this video. More nuance, distinction, and qualification here than anywhere else on RUclips.
This is the only truck I'd consider because of the AWD. It rains a lot where I live. Throw in the Magic Seat and trunk and it's no contest. I don't tow or go off road.
You'd love the AWD. I'm always impressed how my 2017 handles the snow and ice. Better yet: Mine still has a traditional shifter and not the push button gear selector.
@@IamGroot786 I wish Honda didn't ditch the traditional center console shifter or the column shifter that the first generation had on this. The push button shifter kind of looks out of place on the Ridgeline.
You feel you need AWD because of rain? 🤦🏻♂️
I’d venture to guess 98% of all miles driven on trucks , is not towing and off-road. Such a waste of resources where people drive big heavy vehicles just cuz they can.
@@AK-rx6hv once you get used to AWD, you will never want to go back. Even a 2.5 Camry would spin wheels when it's cold and raining, if you try to make a swift getaway to from a stop. RWD Trucks will be way worse with because of weight distribution.
Alex, excellent review, as always. For your readers, I am a contractor and have owned my 2018 Ridgeline for 3 years. I’ve never encountered a loading / towing situation that didn’t work well, excluding once wanting to tow a mini-excavator on a flatbed. I tow a twin axle 4,000 ski boat plus trailer no problem, and it handles great. I’ve hauled a full bed of demo debris, a full pallet of brick, etc., no problem. Excellent truck for all the reasons you stated, and never one maintenance problem whatsoever. It’s a very comfortable, well-design and excellent handling truck. The biggest plus of the new model is the 9-speed transmission, which increases average mileage by 3 MPG.
Best review of the Ridgeline I've seen. Very fair and you evaluated the truck on its intended purpose. I'm on my second Ridgeline and there really is no comparable truck. I don't tow with it, but I do make those Home Depot runs, move furniture, haul a motorcycle in the back, and of course it's my daily driver and family hauler.
I am 6'5" 220lbs and didn't fit well in the Tacoma...just too small. The Ranger was similar, but better than the Tacoma. The GM twins were okay, but at the end of the day, none of those trucks had full time AWD and a trunk in the bed. Once you have that in bed trunk, you will wonder how you ever lived without it. I toss everything in there. The back seats are also awesome. They fold up revealing a flat floor. None of the other trucks have a flat floor.
I can attest to how well the Ridgeline performs in any weather. Even in the dry the AWD torque vectoring can be felt working to pull you around a corner. It's fantastic!
As you said, if you need to tow heavy loads or plan on going muddin' or rock crawlin'...the Ridgeline isn't your truck. But if you don't plan on doing those things and still want the utility of a pickup bed...there really is no other choice. The Ridgeline is THAT good.
Good to know !!!
My concern is the back seat !
Any info ??
@@fernandosuarez5815 Very roomy for a midsize truck. More room in the back than any of the competition. The rear seats are also "stadium" seats, which means the rear seat passengers sit slightly higher than the front passengers and can see forward better making the rear seat area feel less confined.
@@ChadHargis
Thank you for the come back !!
By any chance did you do a front lift on the Ridgeline ??
And if you did…. Did it change your gas mileage ?
@@fernandosuarez5815 No sir. My truck is 100% stock other than the auto stop/start eliminator, a Bedrug, and a tonneau cover.
@@ChadHargis …I’m in the market for a ridgeline, thanks for the information.
What model do you have and are you concerned about it being Direct Injection only? Carbon build up.
Thanks
I think another strong category for the Ridgeline has always been its safety rating compared to the competition. I'm surprised you don't evaluate this.
There is only way to test those safety rating and that’s to crash the car 😅 joking but ur right that’s one of its main selling point
Had a 2013 ridgeline, and I really miss it now, after watching this video while looking for a new truck, I have decided on another ridgeline. Thanks for the serious and honest information.
And… the included safety suite of adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist is flawless, wonderful interior comfort and room. This is a really wonderful truck for long haul trips.
Yes!
I have the Black Edition, awesome vehicle! Good handling, practical and confortable a the same time. Very happy with it! 100% recommended. Great review!
I just wanted you to know that this video is why I have a 2023 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E in my garage. Thank you so much; this was more informative than any dealership I visited.
We Americans love the appearance and IDEA of capability and ruggedness in our SUV's and pickups. How many people use their 4Runners, Raptors, TRD Pro everything, Jeeps, or full size pickups, etc, etc to their full capabilities? Even living in a rural area as I do, I marvel at the number of soccer parents and empty nester middle aged people owning these vehicles as their every day drivers, never taking them off road or towing--and still complaining about MPG's and fuel prices!
Exactly. They just want to look cool
Perfect for the everyday homeowner needing to haul random stuff for the house, and/or haul the occasional boat or camper.
If you're a farmer hauling cattle or other heavy duty trailers/tractors, and driving around the farm/off road all day long, you're probably not shopping for a Honda Ridgeline anyway.
Best AWD system ever
Agree %100! Been doing a lot of driving past winter, sometimes in 2 feet of snow and the only thing I did was turn off the traction control. There was no need to put it in snow mode. Truck pulled like a dream.
Forgetting Subaru and Audi. Subaru and Audi are much more superior
@@Goyxrd3 Subaru AWD is certainly over hyped
I just purchased the new Ridgeline after test driving all the mid-size truck offerings and all had their pros and cons. The game changer for me was the comfort and roominess inside and just how solid it felt. I have nothing bad to say about it’s competitors. For me, it was perfect for what I need as an everyday vehicle. It drives smooth and is very quiet inside too btw.
This is exactly what 99% of non commercial truck folks need! So many lifted parking lot trucks here in scottsdale, they have never been off road.
Great review
I have a 2017 Ridgeline. Great truck and glad to see Honda still making them. I probably will get a 2021.
You getting the HPD version of the ridgeline?
@@bonda_racing3579 I've been looking into it. Nice Rig!
It's a real talent to be able to talk for half an hour and not have your viewers get bored. Thank you Alex you deserve more subs
So practical. Full size pickups are just the modern day $70,000 family haulers that have an empty payload and nothing behind them to tow 99% of the time
Great review. I bought a 2023 3 weeks ago and it’s been a great experience. I don’t tow but I do use the bed often and it’s just the right size. Car like ride quality is the most important feature for me since I do a good amount of commuting for work.
My husband is thinking about trading in his Chevy Silverado for a Ridgeline, but he's concerned about the interior water leaks that many are experiencing. Have you had any issues with water under the carpet behind your rear seats?
@@randishaw5613 I have not to this point
Looking to buy a blacklabel later this month, does your dealer has addendums or markups on it? I was afraid of current price gouging sh*t
Funny how I go and watch all the reviews AFTER I already bought something, but it's nice to confirm my purchase decision.
The Ridgeline is the antithesis to the bigger/louder/flashier mantra so prevalent here in America. I had a 2015 Chevy 1500 crew cab with the short bed and got really tired of parking it and having to use side steps to get in and out of it. Heaviest trailer it ever towed was a 21-22 foot travel trailer (4k-ish lbs loaded). I currently own a small pop-up camper which is around 1500 lbs. Interestingly, my half-ton's payload was only 100 lbs higher than my Ridgeline.
Interior room is impressive, nearly as wide as my Chevy. When I took it to show it off to my parents, first thing my dad did was grab a measuring tape to compare back seat width of his Chevy 1500. They are nearly identical. Obviously, there is less leg room due to the shorter cab length, but I think overall cab height is pretty close, too. These truly are a perfect balance of compact and roomy.
I am happy that Honda built these because it really does fit my needs better than any other pickup on the market. Yeah, I'll miss my big ol' V8 beast, but this Ridgeline is perfect for 99% of what I do and probably not much worse for the other 1% than my old truck. Winner, winner!
OMG! You the only one that can find a way to fit in the oddest Trunks! LOL Love when you do that! HAHA
I have used mine countless times to haul things in the bed, dump runs, storage locker to home and back, moving, towing utility trailer and moving. The in bed truck I use for golf clubs and going shopping. Really appreciate the tailgate that opens two ways. Rear seats flip up and you will use that more than you think.
The Ridgeline was not even on my radar. I had sat in every other midsize truck and was leaning heavy towards Toyota (build quality and a manual option). On a whim, I went by the Honda dealer and test drove a Ridgeline. The Ridgeline will be my next truck...
Honda Ridgeline: best AWD daily commute snow/ice/rain truck.
Toyota Tacoma: best 4WD off-road rock climbing and trail truck.
That's a fair evaluation.
Thanks. Very comprehensive. I'm considering a 2017 Ridgeline Sport with low mileage. This helps.
Just bought a 2017 Sport with 39,000 km and I love it!
I have a 2017… great truck
Acura NSX engineer talking to peers: hey do you know what would be real cool? Peers: what? Installing a version of our sh-awd torque vectoring diffs in a Ridgeline. They all stare at each other with mouths open, the rest is history.
Alex is the best car salesperson out there! No matter what car you buy, you'll have less buyer's remorse because he'll always balance it out with the positives.
I’ve been thinking lately that the car reviews I so avidly consume are little more than commercials. Thanks for the confirmation.
The ride in RLs is amazing, but be sure to check under your back carpet for water leaks...they have a water intrusion issue that most people have no idea about...
I'm a former Ram 1500 Crew Cab owner. My 2023 RTL-E is due at the dealership within 1 week and I am anxious for it. I'm the guy Alex described, trips to Home Depot and Garden Center, no off-roading at all. I've watched many reviews on this "real truck" and Alex is the best and most comprehensive.
Thank you for this, I totaled my GMC Canyon and found this review to be complete of not only the Ridgeline but the other midsize vehicles. The net result was a better informed consumer and allows for a better understanding of the trucks as a whole. Thanks again
I have no problem with the Ridgeline, in either its stated purpose and abilities, or the badge on the hood. Truck guys largely have blinders on anyway, even between brands. "Regular" folk will see that the Ridgeline does in fact tick the right boxes for most.
Thank you for stating that. It is in stark contrast to the idiot Vorch I have a thread going with on this comment section.
It doesn't try to be what its not. At the same time, i will say, I have an older pilot (400,000kms) - the "suv" version ... and I'll say damn that thing is better off road than I ever imagined. A 1" lift and some 28-30" tires, and you have decent light duty overland machine. The AWD system with the center diff lock works incredibly well. Haven't been stuck yet - and I've tried. I'd still take a ranger tho ...
it does have a niche in the pencil neck dweebe segment
Good discussion of the practical tradeoffs. Too often the Ridgeline has simply been dismissed based on bed length, without considering other factors that may matter more for many owners. This puts things in perspective.
Just here for the trunk comfort index and as always you never disappoint
Give me a Ridgeline with a 20+ mile electric range which gets at least 25 mpg after that... Basically build a RAV4 Prime competitor out of this.
Or.. a RAV4 Prime derived pickup.
YEEEEES
Wait until Toyota comes out with a hybrid Tacoma. Some day.
they don't sell enough of these as it is, so unfortunately i doubt they would put in the extra development costs.
Yep. As it stands the Ridgeline really doesn't do anything better than an actual "truck". If you had that package with 30+ mpg, then it'd get a lot more interest.
Bought my 2021 RTL E right before supply problems and sold my 2019 F150. For a profit 😂 it is a great vehicle for what I need.
7:47 Thank you for showing that a person can fit in the trunk. Definitely will need that feature for ...... a thing
It looks like you can actually reach over the side into the bed which is nice. Not so common anymore in other trucks.
Hopefully, with the debut with the new Hyundai Santa Cruz and Ford Maverick pick-up trucks, Honda will add safety features to the Ridgeline (and a front camera/360 camera).
Bought a Black Edition yesterday!
I've never understood the logic of buying a truck that allows you to put a full sized refrigerator, or a ton of gravel in the bed, on the off chance that you may some day need to do so. The same goes for buying a rig capable of navigating the rocks at Moab, when the most off road use it will ever actually see might be a shallow ditch on the side of the road. I guess it's the prepper mentality, which do I share to a certain extent; but not to the point where I would invest an additional twenty or thirty thousand dollars in order to insure against highly unlikely situations. Then again, it would be another story entirely if I had the money to burn.
I would love for small, cheap, small engine trucks came back in style. Just something to put my dirtbike and or kayak in the back of on weekends. But with good gas mileage to use for work everyday.
For many, many, many people, cars are status symbols purchased for emotional reasons. And that’s cool. Almost none of us need more than a Corolla. But that would be an unbearably boring world.
@@BillLaBrie That's so true. If I could actually afford it, I would have a stable full of very expensive cars too. The problem that most of us face isn't buying things that we don't need, (because much of what we own would fall into that category); it's buying things that we can't afford because we convince ourselves that we need them.
@@MarkRVillano in a consumerist society, the line between want and need is almost indistinguishable.
If people want to buy large pickups that can tow an 8,000-pound trailer (but never do), I have no problem with that. It's their money. What I like about the Ridgeline is the great ride capacity, underrated payload capacity, and the ability to tow more than the average SUV... and, with the hitch and trailer wiring connections standard equipment. It's a much more practical rig for most people. (And, despite the naysayers, it meets the Webster's definition of a truck.)
Love my Ridge. Great real world truck.
I wonder how the new 2022 Honda Pilot's gonna look like. I wish they put the 10 speed automatic transmission of the current generation Honda Accord in it.
Add slow speed follow and cooling seat. Make it untouchable!
If they offer turbo engine will but most midsize truck to shame.
The 2022 Pilot is a carryover.
@@zroger73 what!!!
I don’t understand why Honda won’t update their infotainment across the board. The latest system has been out for years now yet when they do a refresh they don’t update the software.
I agree. I have a 2021 Ridgeline and the touch screen is clunky and often won't read my phone until I plug/unplug/and plug it in again.
I haven't seen another comparison including the level of detail shared here. Great value, thank you!
This is an amazing video and the comparisons at the end are fantastic. I don't think I've seen a clear and honest breakdown like this in any other reviewer channel, and I watch a ton. Well done! For me personally, the Ridgeline is all the truck I would "ever" need. My family and I like to rockhound, backpack, and mountain bike - so we don't almost ever need to really tow anything, but we haul a lot of crap around - dirty crap - and the idea of an open air space for things like actual rocks is nice. The bed trunk is also really neat for storing all kinds of things that you don't want hanging out in the bed, or in the cab. Can't imagine needing anything different.
Go Ridgeline! -Travis
I have one. Lifted it 3" to give it the proper stance it deserves.. overall it's a great "truck". I've taken it out on some soft off-roading and it did pretty well. I know I can't take it rock crawling and that's okay.
Wish it had a 48v mild hybrid system or a plug-in system. That would be amazing!
What did the lift cost you when it's all said and done. Thinking of buying one and would do this ASAP as this doesn't look rugged enough for me
not that honda has a history with gas power generators or anything ;D
LK,
I did the Traxda 3.5" kit. It was ~$1200 lift kit +$100 for alignment. Labor, I did it myself with their step by step video instructions
@@wynn_explorations2543 awesome thanks man. Bet the truck looks great. Thanks for the reply 👍
@@halfclappertopchedda I also changed out the tires to 265/60R18.. kept the OEM wheels since I liked the way they look (sport model wheels).
Gave the truck about 0.5" more clearance
I get an average of 27 mpg on the highway in my 2016 Pilot and seriously considering a Ridgeline. I love the power on that engine which always puts a smile on my face.
I really like my 21 Ridgeline RTL-E AWD.
Any issue with water intrusion?
@@mgp9733 no, I only have 1300 miles
Me 2. I don't have any issues with water.
What about problems with it reading your phone using apple car play? I often have to plug/upplug/and plug my phone in many times to get it to recognize it.
@@allenmay8850 no issues with Apple CarPlay. Make sure to use approved lightning cables. Knock off usually present the issues you are experiencing.
You are direct, right to the point, no bloviating about how wonderful you are, just good fantastic helpful information, you're very smart in detail thank you for this!
Hands down the best Ridgeline review and comparison I have yet to see 👍. It covered and explained most if not all the features that will assist in making informed decisions when shopping for a truck in this segment.
I’m on my second Ridgeline. My first was a 2017 RTL-T. UNFORTUNATELY, it was totaled by a distracted driver who ran a stop 🛑 sign hitting my left rear spinning me around ending up head-on into a concrete wall. Truck handled the hit very well. Thankfully, no serious injury, only bruised by seatbelt tensioning and jolts. My current is a 2022 RTL, love it as much as my 2017.
I wish more people bought these Ridgelines
One of the most comprehensive and helpful ridgeline that I have seen thanks.
I have a 2020 Ridgeline Touring and I absolutely love this truck. I agree with some of your complaints but overall, I couldn't have asked for a better truck!
They definitely made it look better. The previous generations were pretty fugly. For what it is, it could very well be a do it all type of vehicle for most types of owners. Great vid, Alex!
Have you actually stood in front of one, it looks like the hood isn’t closed. That bar across the headlights and over the grill has an awkward shape now. The former look made it look sleek and fast. I can’t remember Ford getting criticized for giving the F150 an aero look in 97. The Ridgeline is a highway truck and it use to look the part. As for the almost the same ground clearance that is only a small part off roading. The Ridgeline lacks adequate skid plates and straddle height to drive over rocks. I’m a proud owner of a 2019 and I would like to have level roof rails and door sills that are more rugged and grippy.
I’ve finally found it… After all of these years.
The Scroll of Truth!
“The Ridgeline is all the truck you need and is more practical to live with”
Truck buyers: NYEHHHH
I just got one yesterday and randomly ended up here. now I'm happier with my decision. you're a great commentator or whatever it is you're doing!
Amen Alex! Always such great factual reviews with the truth about payloads & weights, too! (and not a commercial touting a payload or weight number from a single cab 2WD). Like I've mentioned in the past…I’ve literally owned just about every truck or truck based SUV there is except for a Nissan product. I've had a 454 Suburban; F-150; Cummins Turbo; 3 Tundras, 4Runner, Tacoma TRD Sport (33 vehicles in my young 50+ years). 😉 Last fall I towed a 4,100# Venture RV Sonic tandem axle travel trailer using a REDARC brake controller; Andersen WDH; Rock Tamers; and 3 adults from Michigan to Oregon…and it might sound crazy but the Ridgeline pulls GREAT! And I’ve done a lot of towing w/previous trucks pulling two (2) Malibu Competition Ski Boats (also w/tandem axles).
Also I've recorded every fuel up of every vehicle at the pump, and if the Ridgeline is going freeway (not pulling)…the 6-Speed ’17 Ridgeline RTS AWD get’s 24.1-26.3 MPG. Plus, it’s very nimble, handles WAY better & quieter than my 2015 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring. And when I read specs, the Ridgeline is only 1 inch narrower than our old ’92 F-150 or 2011 Tundra CrewMax, so it really is a BIG “truck” inside. Plus, as stated the AWD is PHENOMENAL! Every time I needed 4WD in other trucks it was always too late. Example, in the Northwest w/wet fall leaves on the road…a person can punch the accelerator and the Ridgeline just grips & goes instead of cutting power w/an “Anti-slip Nanny” (punching it can be a safety thing too).
Random tip for those looking to test drive…be sure to try “Sand Mode”. It totally changes the truck’s dynamics, response, shift points & makes it rear drive bias. Plus, it goes like a bat out of “He” double hockey sticks (if you know what I mean). 😇 It’s very hard to beat for 98% of what we ever used any of our trucks for in the past.
Yet still, I understand some people need more towing capacity. And I’m NOT a fan of the HPD package. When ours was new…I immediately took off the Firestones & put on Michelin Defender LTX M/S (very similar to the LTX M/S I’d put on all our other Trucks & SUVs.
Alex, I LOVE your reviews…you notice EVERYTHING! I even watch reviews of vehicles I’ve rented for a week of business travel & you really do catch everything. So thanks again for helping me feel “sane”, that I’m not the only detail person. Really appreciate your hard work over the many years!!!
So my newest conundrum, as I’ve always been blessed w/a very patient wife (which she drives the Ridgeline the majority…she loves trucks having grown up w/trucks & horses)…is I put money down for a spot in line to buy the new F-150 Lightning! My wife & kids were shocked (no pun intended) as I’m actually thinking I might sell my longest owned vehicle of all time (the 2015 Accord Hybrid Touring). Especially as it has had ZERO squeaks & rattles; fits my wide butt nicely; is pretty quick; & gets 38-42 MPG everywhere I go. So we’ll see…I might have to take 2 aspirin & see if the Lightning thought goes away. 😉 Worst case, the $100 is refundable, but I still want to learn more about the final options before I either continue the pursuit or give up my spot in line. 🤪
Did you end up moving forward with the Lightning order?
@@davidcarroll8735 Well, I still have my spot in line (as I did put down the refundable $100). Actually I signed up for two (2) spots. So I currently have $200 in limbo. But, as of 10/8/2021, there as been no further information from Ford yet, and again a I can cancel my spots in line at anytime. So for now, my places in line are in the first 16,000 who signed up online. However, I must admit that I'm still waving on the Ford(s)...for one reason...Rivian! Everything I've seen and read about the Rivian...is VERY compelling!!! If a person has watched Apple's 'Long Way Up' and Motor Trends cross-country trek off road...the Rivian (in my humble opinion) is probably the superior vehicle (again best I can tell).
@@teknightrider2586 I agree wholeheartedly on the Rivian possibility! I’m probably going to sit out a year or so to see how things shake out. Considering the GV70/GV80 3.5T in the mean time. Although, tonight I drove behind a new Ridgeline and it was mighty fine looking. Best of luck!
@@davidcarroll8735 Yea I hear you...it would be nice to get more long term quality reports first (or even interior integrity quality reports i.e. rattles and squeak reports). Any vehicles that squeaks or rattles drive me nuts (like my 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited w/Tech Package...it was cool but was like driving with styrofoam rubbing against each other). 🙄🤪 But anyway, it also sounds like a person will not be able to get a Rivian for a while anyway...so I guess we will learn more. Will be great when Alex get's one...he is just the best period.
Well, all can say from my own experience...is that both my wife's Ridgeline and my Accord Hybrid Touring have been rock solid...not the slightest squeak or rattle. Of the 33 vehicles I've been blessed to have over the many years...I really cannot recall any better vehicles than what is in the stable at the moment. It is literally every time I get in either the Ridgeline or my Accord that I think how much I like them (and that's saying a ton for me). Again we've owned every truck except a Nissan product and the Ridgeline is by far the best truck by a long shot!
Nice chatting with you...hope it helps! 😇
@@teknightrider2586 great observation! I picked up the last 2020 Accord Sport 2.0 6MT on the east coast as we were “flattening the curve” way back in the unprecedented days. My first Honda, and so far a damn fine choice, keeping the miles somewhat down and planning to hold on to it for quite a while. Hence popping around for another form factor! Peace!
Best ridgeline review
on youtube ...... Currently driving an F150 sold my 7000 lbs. deck boat, so I want to go to midsize P/U never believed Ridgeline to be a contender until I saw your review have tested driven a Frontier and loved it but way too tight inside, If Ridgeline feels good inside, I will order an RTL-E Thanks for doing the review helped with my research. The HPD package is a Joke
A buddy of mine bought a used 19’ ridgline awd a few months ago. He loves it so far, it’s a comfortable and very practical little truck. He put a small lift kit (coil spacers, 3” I think) and we went off-roading with it. With the exception of a couple off camber obstacles it did really well. It kept up with my 98’ Silverado z71 over soft sand, mild hills and gravely trails with not much trouble.
Nobody buys a Tacoma with a long bed. 99% are full cab/short bed.
If I need a long bed I’m buying a tundra
Did a test drive of a Ridgeline. As a Pilot owner, it felt very familiar. The only downside for me is the rear seat legroom. My 14 year old 5’11” daughter was cramped behind the driver. I’ll still consider the Ridgeline when shopping for my next truck. Right now I’m in a F150 supercrew and 90% of the time, the Ridgeline would be plenty big enough for what I do.
This color is awesome 👏🏼
I have a 2014 tundra but I think I might have to reevaluate and go with the Ridgeline !
Awesome truck, I still love my 2010 sport and my 2017 black edition and will be getting this revised year... Front is combination of both first generation and 2017... Awesome.
I tow nothing, and I don’t do off-roading anything. I do however have to haul supplies, etc. from Lowes or Home Depot that wouldn’t fit in the trunk of my car. So for me, the Ridgeline was a perfect fit.
Yes about that brake lever. I test drove one and that stopped me from getting the truck. It was awful. Thanks for pointing that out. I thought I was crazy and the salesman said nobody has mentioned that. Full LED inside and out, 10 speed, electronic parking brake, updated infotainment and a little more power would equal a sale to me. Hope next year
Great Review, Alex. My wife & I have owned a 2017 Ridgeline for about 11 years--and love it. Later this month our 2022 Ridgeline is scheduled to start building, but we are keeping the 2017. At our ages (65 & 69), the 'ride' & 'accessibility' of the Ridgeline(s) are huge WINS--not to mention everything else it does.
Impressive time warp. You’ve owned a 2017 for 11 years…..
Probably mean 2007?
Great review Alex, I own a 2011 and I'm waiting for delivery of a new 2022. I tow a 17' boat and love the way the Ridgeline rides, my son bought a new Tacoma last year. I found the Ridgeline rides better then the Tacoma with or without the boat.
Would love to see them offer a 6 seat option. With the extra width, this could really stand out for families with 4 kids.
With four kids, you're firmly in minivan territory. Get an Odyssey or Sienna. We have 3 kids and it was necessary for us.
Excellent point about how most people aren’t going to be pulling 5K+ LBS often with their truck.
Love to see a hybrid option. Great review. So good I had to subscribe!
Remember to set the transmission to "S" and use the paddles to start the launch in 1st gear. You should be getting at least 6.5s 0-60. Still the best Midsize truck in America.
And Sand Mode
@@Marbind what's sand mode do?
@@ronilsonsoares4194 AWD is more aggressive. Rear wheels are engaged all the time. Doesn’t need to wait for front wheels to spin to engage them.
It also disables traction control.
Always had an issue with parking brake hitting my shin (long legs). You would think they would have gone electronic brake for 2021.
The Avalanche is still very popular in the South. They are everywhere where I live.
I have gotten a lot of compliments on my Ridgeline though.
Your comparison is by far the best with real technical comparisons. Thanks
Had a 2015 and 2018 Tacoma, and they were great trucks. But for me the Ridgeline was the way to go. I commute into the city every day but own a multi family that was built in the 1800s (what the hell was I thinking) and that stupid house needs a ton more work than I am qualified to do. I am probably on the line of a suburb dad that goes to Home Depot once in a while... but I am really there every day. The Taco was rock solid, but smaller cab, smaller bed (except for depth, I give the Taco the edge during fall leaf cleaning season) and a way less refined ride.
After 2 Tacos and a lot of other trucks, the Ridgeline is the sweetspot for me. Granted, I do not tow or go offroad more than crappy New England roads. For what it's worth, the MPG between the Taco and Ridgeline are about even (bad). I think I get 17 MPG on the Ridgeline but I drive like a jerk. I get the temptation of the Maverik, not sure if it would help me much because of the way I drive. The Ridgeline's trunk and folding back seats just give me a ton of utility though. Dislikes on the Ridge would be the radio head unit. Really slow and laggy. Once I get it into Apple Car Play it works pretty good. Also, every once in a while I feel like the transmission has lost it's mind, really revving up for no reason... well, it could be my jerk driving. Honestly, I love the Ridgeline- but I really liked my Taco's too.
Picking up my black edition this week when it comes in
Looks good...... except for huge plastic cladding around wheels.
Having to cut out notch around gas fill was a sign. Honda didn’t listen.
You can get them colormatched
Paint match and it actually look pretty clean.
The oversized flares are just on the 'HPD' package. The non 'special' trims have a much better looking set of flares.
@@NukePooch1 The "halo" Trucks are being demoed with the "subaru/volvo" plastic to make them look tougher..but Yerp..get one with the matched cladding and it's all good. Agreed.
Absolutely !! Everything is ok BUT those hideous plastic things around the fender wheel openings!!! Hate them...Looks like an afterthought stick on thing...
Hopefully the rumors of a Ridgeline hybrid will come true in 2023. That would be one awesome truckster for those of us that don't need a full size pickup.
Alex will meet his demise in a trunk someday. "Do you remember that one reviewer who used to get in all the trunks?..."
Man I thought he was going to get himself locked in there for a second? And I also wonder if anybody’s around filming or if he’s by himself which could be tragic
I was getting worried when he got in that trunk
Him doing these silly, deadly things is why I did not subscribe. I'm glad my 2 young kids were not watching on the big screen like I was, because then immediately they'll ask about it as a hiding spot and eventually try it when I least expect it. Hundreds of kids die each year from getting locked in a vehicle or locking themselves in a parked vehicle.
I think it always comes down to price. The difference usually isn't that outrages to get a fullsize even though most people don't need anything more than this.
Clear, concise and to the point. Excellent video.
More combined leg room than a Ram 1500. Wow
You get a thumbs up for jumping in that trunk....LOVE IT
I honestly wish they made two more model years of the Chevy Avalanche just so there was chance Alex would have reviewed it back then!…also I love the 07-13 body styles for Chevy trucks and suvs
Excellent review! I've owned two Ridgelines and love the new 2021 design. Best midsize by far!
No! I'm thrilled by the manual parking brake. I"ve spent $1,500 repairing my electronic parking brake on my Mazda CX-5!
My first foreign vehicle is a crv. Best vehicle I’ve owned as far as reliability. Nothing flashy. Hondas fit and finish are excellent. If I don’t buy a hybrid crv I’ll buy a ridgeline
Best truck I ever owed damm good for towing well built Won’t buy anything else since owning a honda
Thumbs up for climbing into the spare tire trunk!
The design of Ridgeline was better suited to meeting my needs than any other midsize truck. However, it has 2 fatal defects. First it is not an off-road truck, so the standard AWD only adds complexity, decreases fuel economy, and adds $3,000 to the price when compared to the completion. If you live in a snow belt then disregard that comment. Second, it has one of the last remaining interference timing belt engines. Apparently, Honda has no problem saving $10-15 per vehicle when they know every customer will spend $1,000 between 60,000 and 100,000 miles to change the timing belt and water pump. And the HPD package is more than a $3,000 option for some graphics and tire package. Try buying a Ridgeline for less than $40,000.
Very nice presentation. . . THANK YOU, I enjoyed it soooooo much!!!
I really appreciate the comparisons across all truck offerings. Very valuable in helping make my decision on a new truck.
What I need to know is if Alex has ever accidentally locked himself in a trunk before while doing his exclusive trunk size index test?
The Ridgeline has a safety release latch on the inside of the trunk ,for people that like to crawl inside the trunk .
@@michaelbayliss1794 Does the trucks trunk open when the tailgate is shut? It looks like the tailgate blocks the front of the lid to open?
icredible overview/review/comparison. best ive seen on youtube by far. instant subscriber. also, i love the ridgeline.
Alex, Great in depth review, I really like the Ridgeline, I like the new look, and want to get one, but I wonder about that ZF 9 speed automatic. I think Honda has programmed it better, Alex did you notice any issues with the 9 speed auto?? I know years ago you did a video about the ZF 9 speed automatic transmission and why it feels weird. I wish Honda put their 10 speed auto in this. Once again great review, and I think this is a great truck, that makes a lot of sense.
could somebody please review the non-hpd version? lol
It's an (for lack of a better term) appearance package so all else will be the same mechanically speaking.
Same can be said about reviewing the "Black Edition"...
Still the best despite negative reviews about styling or off road gimmicks...it's made for real world and sets trends, not follow like others or copy like Hyundai baby Ridgeline
This thing sells so fast that my local Honda dealer uses employee owned Ridgelines to show the customers while "some" are in transit.
Every time I check my Honda dealership for Ridgeline inventory, it is in the low single digits with either only the top trim level or base model in stock. So it either must be selling like hot cakes or dealers aren't asking for them because they can't move them. Considering I've only seen one or two on the road ever, I'm guessing the latter. I just don't think truck buyers can get past the unibody aspect. It's perfect for someone like me, but I wish an integrated brake controller was an option.
Maybe once we get more unibody trucks like the Santa Cruz and Maverick, people’s perceptions will change slightly.
It's been a low production vehicle since its inception. I believe Honda made no more than 35k vehicles a year and the last of the 1st gen sold was under 15k total. It's also because of covid that production has slowed down for the 2021 because it didn't come out til February of this year. I bought my 2019 model in August of 2018 while the dealer still had 2018s on their lot but didn't have the color I wanted.
Two factors. Well 3 really. One, Honda don’t produce Ridgelines like Toyota produce Tacomas. Only like 35k. (One of the things I like of the Ridgeline) Two, the microchip shortage. And three, yes, they are selling like hot cakes.
I’ve noticed that in Southern Louisiana, Ridgelines are way more common than here in Texas.
I live in northern Wisconsin and there are at least 12 gen2 ridgelines in my town of 8000 people, and the nearest honda dealer is an hour drive away, so not sure why you don't see more. There are probably 30 or more if you count Gen1s. They stand out because we have only gm, ford, and ram dealers in this farm town, so lots of 3/4 tons around town.
WE HAD A GREAT LAUGH AT HOW WEIRDLY TIGHT YOUR PANTS FIT!!!
COULD.NOT.FOCUS...ON THE REVIEW.
CHEERS,MATE -- THANKS FOR THE YUCKS-- HEHE