A very informative review. It's not just 0-60 or inside DB levels. I bought a RTL-E today and this guy showed me things my salesman did not. I guess that's why he is HondaPro.
I just got a 2020 RTL and searched on RUclips if you had a video on a 2020 Ridgeline and you did not disappoint. Always informative and on point. Thanks for your work. 👊
your video must be the 40th one I watched. Getting my 2022 this weekend! Your the first one to have all these "hidden" secrets.AWESOME! YOU ARE A PRO!!!!
My new Ridgeline RTLE just arrived yesterday after white with tan interior combo truck arrived after 3 months from the factory.. I have never waited that long in my entire life for anything.. but it was worth a wait.. love that truck my fav feature is speaker in the bed and hidden storage inside the bed.. no other car manufacturer company offers that many features ride quality handling visibility everything is awesome.. Honda nailed it..
I have a 2019 Ridgeline and love it. My only two complaints are that the tailgate doesn’t lock and the backdoors don’t open wide enough. I love that Honda addressed both these issues in 2020 and they shouldn’t be issues when I purchase another Ridgeline in 10 years.
Jason we just met NANAS SO I RUSHED home to check your videos out and let me tell you I learn a few things from your Ridgeline videos thanks a keep up the good work. And thank you for the info about the Passport and the Ridgeline.
Hey HPJ Ben William's and family here. Great video and we all agree that the paint on that truck with the dark wheels looks very stunning and very masculine. Thank you for the great video.
I'm here from the future to tell you the 2021 Ridgeline brought the volume knob back and did a little redesign. But jokes aside, I wish they could make it able to accommodate bigger tires because the stock ones look a small and out of place.
Locking tailgate was a huge void, and should have been there starting off in 2017. I like the new entertainment system but as said by many, it should have a volume knob. Love the safety suite! Love paddle shifters too. Need one!!
Thank you for the video. May I ask how's it like getting into the bed while opening the tailgate both ways? I have bad knees and am trying to avoid injuries.
Appreciate the video, learned a lot! Especially where the cover for the tailgate manual unlock goes as our dealership didn’t prep properly and it was in our glovebox. Huzzah!
Here’s a head scratcher, why does the Auto Unlock not work for all doors when opening the drivers side?? Because my 2020 B.E. Does that... the Auto Unlock when grabbing the door handle unlocks all door when I grab the passenger door, but doesn’t unlock all doors when I grab the drivers door... let me know if you can figure that one out
Nope you just don't know how to use it lol you have it on the steering wheel and on the screen swipe up and holding your finger u can go up n down faster then A knob trust me try it you will be surprise you really thought Japanese engineers didn't thought about that but yet they thought about everything else but VOLUME GTFH GAYOTA LOVER I don't believe u own a 2019 honda ridgeline bc if u had you wouldn't be saying that stupid Claim okey Gayota LOVER.
@@laughoutlloyd8 so you're a Billionaire? Is that what you telling me lmao if your smart u would lease and rid off in You're company Expenses so you can drive a brand new car without costing u noting. Whatever I paid for the truck I already got Tax break of the amount after delivered and taxes I even claimed back 13% Ontario taxes I paid when leased the truck.
Infotainment system is quite possibly the worst ever. Slow, unstable, glitchy, non-intuitive, poor GUI, and, and and... Clarion made this POS and ran all the way to the bank. Honda NEVER does firmware updates, so we're stuck. Only negative on my 2017.
I bought my 2019 from Deland and have no affiliation with them. I had a 2017 and upgraded to the RTL-E model for the ACC FCW and a few other features. For those with a 2017 thru 2019 that don't like the rear door limited range just buy the Honda Pilot door stays like I did and others and it opens just like the 2020 and believe me you need that extra opening range. I had to purchase a Honda manual key lock for the tail gate since Honda didn't decide to do this until the 4th year of manufacture (come on Honda you should have done this on the 17!!). The 9 speed sounds awesome and the manual unlock for the tailgate and gas door are certainly welcomed. This is the best riding vehicle that is a truck I have ever driven that is why I bought a 17 and now a 19. However the Honda interface with the multi media display is about the worst out there. It is not intuitive, not easy to use, no button back up and take multiple pushes on the flat screen to get simple things done. Hey Honda look at how Uconnect on FCA works it is a model of simplicity. I do really love driving my truck and it works perfectly gets reasonable fuel mileage too...
To solve our 2017 rear door problem just do this ruclips.net/video/_9-7ckh819o/видео.html anyways not much of a change for the current generation, so yeah ill save my $$ for my 2017 black editions for another few more years... Maybe a type R version in 2022??
...respect and thanks from Nashville, TN! This was a very thorough video. Definitely showed me some things to make me love this truck even more! Those backups are rather clever...and that in dash bean flick game...I think I'll leave that hidden...the 2yr old may not understand that she cannot always play it...
The ridge line is very underrated in the small size truck segment. Not the best at towing or off roading but best in class for daily driving convinces.
Nice video! D you have any idea how to se the auto high-beam function on my 2020 Honda Ridgeline RTL E? The light on the instrument panel slows that the headlights are in the “auto” mode but they don’t dim when I approach other vehicles coming at me at night.
ty for the tour i have a question. i’m trying to inexpensively tweak my 2020 rtl ( no e) and in the headlights, there seems to be a separate ,compartment w no light bulb in it? can i access this and add a blinker or running light or whatever? thx bruce
This ute has way more capabilities than what majority of Anerican ute buyers will ever need, and handles and drives really nice when I test drove one belonging to a customer . If manual transmission was offered, I'd buy one
I have a 2019 but looking to get a 2020 or 2021. Love that they fixed the stupid narrow back doors in the 2020 and the locking tailgate. Wondering what the 2021 Ridgeline will offer? 🤔
Wilmar Barrick - You might be right but they are an internal component which requires a fairly steep labor rate. I have plenty of faith in belt technology with the materials being used today. Perhaps Honda could do a better job of determining “actual” safe replacement rates. My guess it might be a minimum of 150k miles?
@@spencercharczuk am i missing something.. the backup unlock on this lockabe tail gate is accessable and can be unlocked in the clear.. it is not behing a lockable door like th eback up gas door unlock. This means that all you need, is to know wher to find this backup unlock and it can be unlocked by anyone, without any keys or getting inside the vehicl.. u just have to ben over and pull on that cord and you can unlock the tail gate.
This is a must have... Just checked out the auto show out at NRG. Was interested in Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, and the Colorado. Went back to the Honda four different times. I'm surprised that I have never noticed it before today 😂
Hi Jason - The 'lower windows with the key fob' feature does not work on my 2021 Ridgeline RTL. I press/release the unlock button, then press and hold it it again - nothing. Is the 'key fob windows down' feature present on all 2021 Ridgeline models?
The “jellybeans game”…🤔💭 Something my grandson might enjoy while waiting in the elementary school morning drop off Lane. 🤷♂️ Thanks Jason. Now “Paw-paw” is in the know. 😁
That was a great presentation. It builds rapprt and confidence when peopl selling vehicles actually understand their vehicles. Its freaking awful when you arrive at a dealer and you realize you are dealing with an "underbrainer". I think Im going to replace my old truck w ridgeline. Have to help my HMC share price.
Can You Please Add Details Regarding The 9 Speed Transmission and Paddle Shifter. Specifically Are There Any Improvements in This Transmission Setup vs. The 2018 & 2019 Honda Pilot 9 Speed Transmissions? (NOTE 1 Numerous Car Magazines and Consumer Reports 2019 Car Buyers Issue Comment Unfavorably on The Honda Pilot Pilot 9 Speed Transmission; Note 2 The 2018 & 2019 and Ridgeline Had a Very Well Liked 6 Speed Transmission.) Other Than Simplifying Honda Parts Inventory, Did How Did This Transmission Change Help Ridgeline Buyers? Also, Has This 2020 Transmission Setup Been Adjusted/Refined to Support 5,000 Towing?
The truck only got the nine speed because Honda discontinue the the 6-speedHonda doesn't care about towing they care about how cost effective is to build something it's cheaper to put together the same motor and transmission for all four of the vehicles that run on this platform
I just received my new Ridgeline. With the camera safety features for scanning vehicles ahead and one of them being just in front of the rear view mirror, where can one safely attach an EZ-Pass so as to not obstruct the camera?
Honda Pro, I like your 2020 Ridgeline video. Can you tell me how to activate the front parking sensors on the 2020 RTL-E when you pull straight into your garage?
I bought a 2019 Honda Ridgeline RTL. Glad that I did not wait to buy the 2020 model, as I could see in the video that they put in buttons for the gear shifter. What the heck? The Edsel had buttons and it didn’t go well. You can’t feel the buttons as well as a gearshift. What is Honda thinking?
I feel it just fine with my 2017 Pilot that I bought new. Have gotton used to it after a few shift. It's sort of like when you're learning to drive a stick and you tend to look at the which gear you're in. After a little while you don't need to look anymore or miss the lever shifrer. Just like a lot of people complain about the volumeless knob, gotten used to the steering volume buttons. It's really not a huge deal as people make it out to be. I also own a 2019 RTLE Ridgeline.
@@MrKnightoflight I love it because I'm not really a "truck" guy. It's the best of both worlds for my needs and I've owned several mid and full size trucks prior to my Ridgeline. I prefer the 9 speed than the 6 speed.
The Ridgeline gets better with each generation! I’m not even a truck guy and I want one now. I currently have a mint 1991 Honda CRX Si, 2008 Acura TLS and a daily driver 2008 Honda Fit Sport, but now I want to add a Black Edition to my Honda Fleet! Jason! Message me about our upcoming Honda Meet in Orlando!
Hello. Jason. a question. I bought a 2021 honda ridgeline sport and the white lights in front of the LED strips won't turn on and they say at the dealer it doesn't come equipped with those lights. If you can help me if it comes equipped with LED. If they share the same lights with Pilot and the pilot if it brings LED light.
Hey Jason, will Honda ever give us a trailer brake controller and trailer sway control? I’m really interested in this truck to replace my aging 4Runner.
Does the 6-cyl Earth Dreams engine have the gas issue, too, or is it just the 4-cylinder engines? A quick perusal of the Ridgeline forums suggests a lot of people are smelling gas around their Ridgelines.
I wished Honda would sell everything it sells in Japan in the UK. It would be fantastic. Honda don't take the UK seriously. I really want Honda to shove 2 fingers up at vw/audi/skoda/seat/bmw/mercedes and show them how to build a proper reliable car. Please Honda, give us more model's.
I love the concept of the Ridgeline but I’m not big on the front end styling, transmission, and interior. I’ll see what they do for the next generation.
2018 Ridgeline Question?? Is there a way to have the tail lights on when you remote start it? It’s nice to have a visual aid as other brands do this All they do is flash once but don’t stay on
BUCK WRABBIT I have a 2019. There is a way. My method is leaving the parking lights on. After start-up hit the unlock button and the lights glow for one minute. However this only works if the truck is unlocked and to turn the lights back on you have to re-lock while in remote start and unlock again. It’s an extremely tedious process but there is one. Hope this helps from a fellow Ridgeline owner.
Don Jacobs Unfortunately yes. If you re-lock the truck in remote start mode (which you can apologies for my incorrect information) it shuts the lights back off. The lights will stay on for one minute then you have to repeat the cycle.
Love ny 2019 Rtl -e and glad to see some of these changes (eg paddle shifters and wider opening doors). I am not stoked about the 9 speed transmission or the dumb push button shifter. Honda needs to kill that bad idea
OtisKekoa they added the 9 speed because people complained about the lack of capability and overheating. I own a 2019 Passport, it has the same crawl capability as a the trailhawk versions of the Jeep renegade & compass. They achieve that by using the ZF9 speed and 4.334 axles giving these vehicles a 20:1 crawl ratio. The Honda 6speed only has a 14:1 crawl ratio, that’s sedan like... not truck like. My guess is the reason they didn’t initially use the ZF9 is because it was so problematic when it was first released. Or, they just wanted to use up their old inventory of parts.
Jim Bailey it’s really amazing. Check this out. There’s two video clips, look at them both. Btw, this is a Jeep obstacle. instagram.com/p/BwPLMv-Hi3F/?igshid=19q728x5elkne
Best feature: The Ridgeline t-shirt Jason! Take one to the Netherlands for me, XL hahaha. I actually thought the round volume knob would return to the radio on the 2020..? Or am I missing something?
I'll be making the jump from SUV to truck with the Ridgeline. This is the truck I've been waiting for, best in class gas mileage, and sensible quality of life features. I would say that this truck covers about 90% of what the majority of truck owners ACTUALLY use their truck for.
Excellent review .. thanks Jason! Honda is really listening to Ridgeline owners. I own a 2019 Ridgeline. Seems reviewers never mentions that the spare tire is on a sliding tray 'in' the trunk ... that's a big plus over all other trucks. Honda needs to improve the resolution on the rearview cameras. Reviewers never mention the rearview camera on the passenger side exterior rearview mirror and that camera is a big plus for sure. Also, the interior rearview mirror needs to be more adjustable for the taller driver.
I just bought the RTL 2019, Great truck! Just wish Honda would have used the wider hinges for the rear doors and just put the Accord or CR-V infotainment system already. Is 2020 and they still don't have a volume knob. Believe it or not, I got the RTL over the RTL-E because of the volume knob. I wanted Carplay as in my BMW's and Hyundai, but I don't like not having a volume knob, drives me crazy in my wife's 2016 HR-V when I drive it.
I really like the Ridgeline (and Pilot and Passport -- and Hondas in general - I'm on my second CRV and have owned three Accords), but I wonder why the Honda SUVs have relatively small fuel tanks. This seems like an oversight especially for the Ridgeline which has a built-in trailer hitch and wiring standard and holds 19.5 gallons. For comparison, a Chevy Malibu holds 15.8 gallons; a Ford Fusion, 16.5 gallons; a Tacoma, 21 gallons; and a Subaru Outback holds 18.5 gallons. Is 400ish miles of range enough? Sure, but couldn't they fit another 2 or 3 gallons in the Ridgeline and Pilot to gain a few extra miles of range?
Honda Pro Jason I'm looking to get a midsize pickup truck and had looked over everything out there; started to look at the Ridgeline and say you review the 2019 Ridgeline. The thing that sold me was the trunk in the rear bed; even found the trim level I would like to have RTL-T. Unfortunately this model is longer produced. It was the best trim level with just the right options; now it is no longer produced and the RTL has no navigation from what I've read and seen. The RTL-E in my opinion has more than I would really like. I personally don't care for vechiles that are fully loaded; I have always wanted a middle of the road type options on vechiles.
My awd 2017 rtl was a huge money pit. The first transmission lasted 40k miles. The second transmission though properly maintained lasted to 70k. Once I started getting transmission problems again I got rid of it before it needed number three. The 2017 honda ridgeline was a huge pos in my opinion. I've got over 260k on my challenger and it's still going strong. My FORD explorer even got to 220k miles before needing to be replaced.
Google pop and lock tailgate locking system. Some places can install as an aftermarket parts. Will lock both handles on a Ridgeline. I had one installed on my 2013.
I don't know -- I bought a 2019 and I'm actually relieved the 2020 is only debatably better. You can make your rear doors the same with $20 in parts and about 40 minutes work. Tailgate lock seems almost the same as the Popalock system, so you could do that too. And I'm really not sure I'd want the ZF 9 speed instead of a Honda six. Paddle shifters would be nice, other than that I'm not seeing the point.
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A very informative review. It's not just 0-60 or inside DB levels. I bought a RTL-E today and this guy showed me things my salesman did not. I guess that's why he is HondaPro.
You're doing an excellent job of promoting Honda cars and products. Keep up the great work HPJ.
Thank You so much! I’m having fun and helping people #WinWin
Thanks for the review. I have 2006 with 200,000 miles and it still drives great. It is the most comfortable vehicle out there.
I have the same truck 240k
i work at a honda dealership and people rarely ever trade in their ridgelines. they always drive them until the wheels fall off!!
I’ve had my 2020 for 4 years, and I didn’t know about any of these features. THANKS!!!!!
The new Ridgeline is an awesome truck!
I just got a 2020 RTL and searched on RUclips if you had a video on a 2020 Ridgeline and you did not disappoint. Always informative and on point.
Thanks for your work. 👊
thank you so much
Nice redesign Honda.
JL B i love How Honda makes small but awesome upgrades
How d'ya feel about the 2021 redesign?
your video must be the 40th one I watched. Getting my 2022 this weekend! Your the first one to have all these "hidden" secrets.AWESOME! YOU ARE A PRO!!!!
My new Ridgeline RTLE just arrived yesterday after white with tan interior combo truck arrived after 3 months from the factory.. I have never waited that long in my entire life for anything.. but it was worth a wait.. love that truck my fav feature is speaker in the bed and hidden storage inside the bed.. no other car manufacturer company offers that many features ride quality handling visibility everything is awesome.. Honda nailed it..
I just bought a 2020. thanks for the tips. Good to know
I have a 2019 Ridgeline and love it. My only two complaints are that the tailgate doesn’t lock and the backdoors don’t open wide enough. I love that Honda addressed both these issues in 2020 and they shouldn’t be issues when I purchase another Ridgeline in 10 years.
2019 will lock with the hidden key, but not the remote.
@@vern8140how do you lock the tailgate with the hidden key?
Jason we just met NANAS SO I RUSHED home to check your videos out and let me tell you I learn a few things from your Ridgeline videos thanks a keep up the good work.
And thank you for the info about the Passport and the Ridgeline.
LOL always fun talking to another Honda driver.
Glad you liked the video!
Hey HPJ Ben William's and family here. Great video and we all agree that the paint on that truck with the dark wheels looks very stunning and very masculine. Thank you for the great video.
So Jason, how soon will you be doing a video on the new 2021 Ridgeline?
Honda needs to put bigger tires on this truck and an actual knobs for the radio. Jelly bean game is useless. Otherwise I like this truck
I agree with the knob but really, in my vehicle I use the wheel 90% of the time.
@@Optimistprime. I use it 100% of the time can't stand the volume up and down on the screen!
I'm here from the future to tell you the 2021 Ridgeline brought the volume knob back and did a little redesign. But jokes aside, I wish they could make it able to accommodate bigger tires because the stock ones look a small and out of place.
Pretty cool. I’m a “real” truck guy. My son will graduate in 1 year from college. That’s going to be my gift to me.
Locking tailgate was a huge void, and should have been there starting off in 2017. I like the new entertainment system but as said by many, it should have a volume knob. Love the safety suite! Love paddle shifters too. Need one!!
Thank you for the video. May I ask how's it like getting into the bed while opening the tailgate both ways? I have bad knees and am trying to avoid injuries.
climbing in the tail gate is about the same both ways, the advantage is reaching in with the tailgate to the side
I was on the fence but saw that jellybean thing - SOLD
that jelly bean game is an embarrassment!!!!!!!!!!!!!
he calls it the easter egg... rotten egg
@@h20kitty compared to Tesla yeah..
@@michaelcanty8746 so you are truly impressed with the 2020 ridgeline? esp the jelly bean game?
@@h20kitty it's pretty flawed but has some great features (not including the jellybean)
I can hardly wait to see your video review for the redesigned 2021 Ridgeline.
Appreciate the video, learned a lot! Especially where the cover for the tailgate manual unlock goes as our dealership didn’t prep properly and it was in our glovebox. Huzzah!
unfortunately that does happen sometimes, I’m glad you enjoyed the video
Here’s a head scratcher, why does the Auto Unlock not work for all doors when opening the drivers side?? Because my 2020 B.E. Does that... the Auto Unlock when grabbing the door handle unlocks all door when I grab the passenger door, but doesn’t unlock all doors when I grab the drivers door... let me know if you can figure that one out
Yes, just go into the settings, vehicle, Keyless access set up, door unlock mode then ALL DOORS. When you grab the drivers door, all doors will open
It’s really handy to know where those emergency releases are - thanks!
They still need to add a knob for volume control.....
Nope you just don't know how to use it lol you have it on the steering wheel and on the screen swipe up and holding your finger u can go up n down faster then A knob trust me try it you will be surprise you really thought Japanese engineers didn't thought about that but yet they thought about everything else but VOLUME GTFH GAYOTA LOVER I don't believe u own a 2019 honda ridgeline bc if u had you wouldn't be saying that stupid Claim okey Gayota LOVER.
@@K1llum1nati You're right, I don't own a 2019 Honda Ridgeline, but I do have a 05 s2000, 97 NSX and a 15 Gayota Tacoma :)
@@laughoutlloyd8 so you're a Billionaire? Is that what you telling me lmao if your smart u would lease and rid off in You're company Expenses so you can drive a brand new car without costing u noting. Whatever I paid for the truck I already got Tax break of the amount after delivered and taxes I even claimed back 13% Ontario taxes I paid when leased the truck.
@@K1llum1nati The difference between you and me is that I'm a car guy and you're a pansy :)
Infotainment system is quite possibly the worst ever. Slow, unstable, glitchy, non-intuitive, poor GUI, and, and and... Clarion made this POS and ran all the way to the bank. Honda NEVER does firmware updates, so we're stuck. Only negative on my 2017.
Gotta love the red ENGINE START button in a Honda pickup
is this a good family car? is it good on mpg and are the seats in the back conforable for long trips with 4 or 5 adult?
Excellent vid!
On a side note, when will Honda announce the release date for the 2021 Ridgeline? 🙏🏽
I bought my 2019 from Deland and have no affiliation with them. I had a 2017 and upgraded to the RTL-E model for the ACC FCW and a few other features. For those with a 2017 thru 2019 that don't like the rear door limited range just buy the Honda Pilot door stays like I did and others and it opens just like the 2020 and believe me you need that extra opening range. I had to purchase a Honda manual key lock for the tail gate since Honda didn't decide to do this until the 4th year of manufacture (come on Honda you should have done this on the 17!!). The 9 speed sounds awesome and the manual unlock for the tailgate and gas door are certainly welcomed.
This is the best riding vehicle that is a truck I have ever driven that is why I bought a 17 and now a 19.
However the Honda interface with the multi media display is about the worst out there. It is not intuitive, not easy to use, no button back up and take multiple pushes on the flat screen to get simple things done. Hey Honda look at how Uconnect on FCA works it is a model of simplicity.
I do really love driving my truck and it works perfectly gets reasonable fuel mileage too...
To solve our 2017 rear door problem just do this ruclips.net/video/_9-7ckh819o/видео.html
anyways not much of a change for the current generation, so yeah ill save my $$ for my 2017 black editions for another few more years... Maybe a type R version in 2022??
Just bought the Black Addition last Weekend. Thanks for the tips !
Hi Jason. You said there is a backup for everything. What if the gears pad goes bad with the constant pressing after a while?
I am so beyond sold on this truck. When my wife's car is done (2 years max) this truck will be mine, er ours!
I might watch this, a few times! Informative!
👍 Thank You
Love that Pacific Pewter color. Looks amazing.
Very informative and concise review. Great job Jason!
FYI in this video there is a large dent on the front passenger side 1/4 panel.. its huge and obvious .. so what's the deal with that
How do I find out if I have the rtl or the rtl-e? And what are the difference?
Thanks for the video
2 way tail gate and bed trunk.. Good ideas... Is the trunk water tight when closed?
yes... it is
I have a 2017, and those paddle shifters look so nice
Great information. Thanks for keeping us "in the know "
...respect and thanks from Nashville, TN! This was a very thorough video. Definitely showed me some things to make me love this truck even more! Those backups are rather clever...and that in dash bean flick game...I think I'll leave that hidden...the 2yr old may not understand that she cannot always play it...
Jason, would you like to estimate how much to trade-up from a 2019 RTL-E to a 2020? For example: perfect condition, 5K miles,
The ridge line is very underrated in the small size truck segment. Not the best at towing or off roading but best in class for daily driving convinces.
Nice video! D you have any idea how to se the auto high-beam function on my 2020 Honda Ridgeline RTL E? The light on the instrument panel slows that the headlights are in the “auto” mode but they don’t dim when I approach other vehicles coming at me at night.
ty for the tour
i have a question.
i’m trying to inexpensively tweak my 2020 rtl ( no e) and in the headlights, there seems to be a separate ,compartment w no light bulb in it?
can i access this and add a blinker or running light or whatever?
thx
bruce
This ute has way more capabilities than what majority of Anerican ute buyers will ever need, and handles and drives really nice when I test drove one belonging to a customer . If manual transmission was offered, I'd buy one
I have a 2019 but looking to get a 2020 or 2021. Love that they fixed the stupid narrow back doors in the 2020 and the locking tailgate. Wondering what the 2021 Ridgeline will offer? 🤔
Love the hidden trunk in the bed, dislike the missing radio knob
jac gab yes i was a bit surprised to see that Honda did not add it to the Ridgeline for 2020
1) does the engine require a timing belt change @100k? 2) is there a transmission dipstick?
CP Topher's - also my first question. They need to scrap the belt and use a chain.
Wilmar Barrick - You might be right but they are an internal component which requires a fairly steep labor rate. I have plenty of faith in belt technology with the materials being used today. Perhaps Honda could do a better job of determining “actual” safe replacement rates. My guess it might be a minimum of 150k miles?
That would be a downer to imagine we still have a belt vehicle in 2020. No one wants to pay for the stupid change out . Really sad to hear that.
@@wilmarbarrick3194 Amen
Is the push button start equipped with a backup? If so, it would have been great to mention with this video.
One of my pet peeves has been finally fixed. Thank you for putting a locking tailgate.
There is a dealer option for locking the T/G. I got it on my 19
That's one of the few things I dislike on 2011, not being able to lock it. I have the hard cover but not being able to lock it is frustrating.
@@spencercharczuk am i missing something.. the backup unlock on this lockabe tail gate is accessable and can be unlocked in the clear.. it is not behing a lockable door like th eback up gas door unlock. This means that all you need, is to know wher to find this backup unlock and it can be unlocked by anyone, without any keys or getting inside the vehicl.. u just have to ben over and pull on that cord and you can unlock the tail gate.
This is a must have... Just checked out the auto show out at NRG. Was interested in Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, and the Colorado. Went back to the Honda four different times. I'm surprised that I have never noticed it before today 😂
Hi Jason - The 'lower windows with the key fob' feature does not work on my 2021 Ridgeline RTL. I press/release the unlock button, then press and hold it it again - nothing. Is the 'key fob windows down' feature present on all 2021 Ridgeline models?
The “jellybeans game”…🤔💭
Something my grandson might enjoy while waiting in the elementary school morning drop off Lane. 🤷♂️
Thanks Jason.
Now “Paw-paw” is in the know. 😁
Very good, would like to see more similar videos on tips and tricks!
Does the new 9-speed transmission improve towing performance, towing capacity, or fuel efficiency?
Highway fuel economy actually dropped 1 MPG. www.autoblog.com/2019/12/12/2020-honda-ridgeline-updates/
@@davespalla9684 - but went up one mpg in the city. So it's a wash.
@@yogiyoda true, but then why bother with the change?
Dave Spalla - I don’t know. The nine speed’s reputation for reliability isn’t that good. I was at least hoping for some improvement in performance
You will want a ridgeline with the 6 speed automatic. Much better performance
That was a great presentation. It builds rapprt and confidence when peopl selling vehicles actually understand their vehicles. Its freaking awful when you arrive at a dealer and you realize you are dealing with an "underbrainer". I think Im going to replace my old truck w ridgeline. Have to help my HMC share price.
Can You Please Add Details Regarding The 9 Speed Transmission and Paddle Shifter.
Specifically Are There Any Improvements in This Transmission Setup vs. The 2018 & 2019 Honda Pilot 9 Speed Transmissions?
(NOTE 1 Numerous Car Magazines and Consumer Reports 2019 Car Buyers Issue Comment Unfavorably on The Honda Pilot Pilot 9 Speed Transmission; Note 2 The 2018 & 2019 and Ridgeline Had a Very Well Liked 6 Speed Transmission.)
Other Than Simplifying Honda Parts Inventory, Did How Did This Transmission Change Help Ridgeline Buyers?
Also, Has This 2020 Transmission Setup Been Adjusted/Refined to Support 5,000 Towing?
The truck only got the nine speed because Honda discontinue the the 6-speedHonda doesn't care about towing they care about how cost effective is to build something it's cheaper to put together the same motor and transmission for all four of the vehicles that run on this platform
Yes it'll tow 5k pounds.
I just received my new Ridgeline. With the camera safety features for scanning vehicles ahead and one of them being just in front of the rear view mirror, where can one safely attach an EZ-Pass so as to not obstruct the camera?
Honda Pro, I like your 2020 Ridgeline video. Can you tell me how to activate the front parking sensors on the 2020 RTL-E when you pull straight into your garage?
Loved seeing some of those hidden features !
What year did the physical gear shift lever go away? I have a 2018 and it has a gear shift. Seems odd to not have one.
2020 it changed to the 9 speed w/electronic shifter
Backup for tailgate unlock. Does this mean anyone can open your locked tailgate?
I bought a 2019 Honda Ridgeline RTL. Glad that I did not wait to buy the 2020 model, as I could see in the video that they put in buttons for the gear shifter. What the heck? The Edsel had buttons and it didn’t go well. You can’t feel the buttons as well as a gearshift. What is Honda thinking?
I feel it just fine with my 2017 Pilot that I bought new. Have gotton used to it after a few shift. It's sort of like when you're learning to drive a stick and you tend to look at the which gear you're in. After a little while you don't need to look anymore or miss the lever shifrer. Just like a lot of people complain about the volumeless knob, gotten used to the steering volume buttons. It's really not a huge deal as people make it out to be. I also own a 2019 RTLE Ridgeline.
Squid Usn Good to know. Thank you. How do you like your Ridgeline?
@@MrKnightoflight I love it because I'm not really a "truck" guy. It's the best of both worlds for my needs and I've owned several mid and full size trucks prior to my Ridgeline. I prefer the 9 speed than the 6 speed.
The Ridgeline gets better with each generation! I’m not even a truck guy and I want one now.
I currently have a mint 1991 Honda CRX Si, 2008 Acura TLS and a daily driver 2008 Honda Fit Sport, but now I want to add a Black Edition to my Honda Fleet!
Jason! Message me about our upcoming Honda Meet in Orlando!
Is the Honda e coming to USA 🇺🇸? and what year do you think it will be available?
Hello. Jason. a question. I bought a 2021 honda ridgeline sport and the white lights in front of the LED strips won't turn on and they say at the dealer it doesn't come equipped with those lights. If you can help me if it comes equipped with LED. If they share the same lights with Pilot and the pilot if it brings LED light.
HONDA GUY, how do you lock in the radio? It’s annoying to have to tap the audio button every time. Hey did the 20 models get a real horn?
Great video. How about a simple backup for shifting into neutral for towing when the vehicle power is dead?
Hey Jason, will Honda ever give us a trailer brake controller and trailer sway control? I’m really interested in this truck to replace my aging 4Runner.
Did Honda improve the Earth Dreams engine? Can we anticipate issues with fuel getting past the piston rings? Does this have the dreaded CVT?
No CVT. ZF 9-speed, as used in other Honda products
Does the 6-cyl Earth Dreams engine have the gas issue, too, or is it just the 4-cylinder engines? A quick perusal of the Ridgeline forums suggests a lot of people are smelling gas around their Ridgelines.
@@jeffd3844 It's just the 1.5 liter turbo engine.
I wished Honda would sell everything it sells in Japan in the UK. It would be fantastic. Honda don't take the UK seriously. I really want Honda to shove 2 fingers up at vw/audi/skoda/seat/bmw/mercedes and show them how to build a proper reliable car. Please Honda, give us more model's.
I love the concept of the Ridgeline but I’m not big on the front end styling, transmission, and interior. I’ll see what they do for the next generation.
Agree with you. Great concept but they need to work on their styling. They need to separate it from looking like the Pilot.
I'll try to wait myself.
Just say that you aint ready to buy for other reasons that you didnt mentioned lol.
2018 Ridgeline Question??
Is there a way to have the tail lights on when you remote start it?
It’s nice to have a visual aid as other brands do this
All they do is flash once but don’t stay on
BUCK WRABBIT I have a 2019. There is a way. My method is leaving the parking lights on. After start-up hit the unlock button and the lights glow for one minute. However this only works if the truck is unlocked and to turn the lights back on you have to re-lock while in remote start and unlock again. It’s an extremely tedious process but there is one. Hope this helps from a fellow Ridgeline owner.
@@xenonsaccord4447 so even if you leave the parking lights on, when you remote start it won't keep the lights on unless you unlock it?
Don Jacobs Unfortunately yes. If you re-lock the truck in remote start mode (which you can apologies for my incorrect information) it shuts the lights back off. The lights will stay on for one minute then you have to repeat the cycle.
Just bought a 2020 RTL-E for my partner. I forwarded this video to him so that he can be aware of his new buggy!
That easter egg lol used to do that on my android phone back in 2013
lol yes and thats how found it due to Honda using android 4.2.2
The 2017 is great but this one is even better!
I genuinely wonder how you learn all this stuff. Gotta love Honda.
Pikminiman read, research, inspect and i do love Honda
I assume Honda tells him obviously.
I mean it's a cool truck IMO, but the Android thing is really really old. Jellybean is a super ancient version of Android
Are there any events you're going to be at in South Florida coming up.?
I tried locking the tailgate. It worked one time for me, and now it won't. What am I doing wrong?
Love ny 2019 Rtl -e and glad to see some of these changes (eg paddle shifters and wider opening doors). I am not stoked about the 9 speed transmission or the dumb push button shifter. Honda needs to kill that bad idea
OtisKekoa spit on.
OtisKekoa they added the 9 speed because people complained about the lack of capability and overheating. I own a 2019 Passport, it has the same crawl capability as a the trailhawk versions of the Jeep renegade & compass. They achieve that by using the ZF9 speed and 4.334 axles giving these vehicles a 20:1 crawl ratio. The Honda 6speed only has a 14:1 crawl ratio, that’s sedan like... not truck like.
My guess is the reason they didn’t initially use the ZF9 is because it was so problematic when it was first released. Or, they just wanted to use up their old inventory of parts.
@@JonDZ_Adventuring Thanks for that info. Nice to see one can manually shift a RL now, and that 1st is a crawl gear.
Hey at least it's not a CVT.
Jim Bailey it’s really amazing. Check this out. There’s two video clips, look at them both. Btw, this is a Jeep obstacle.
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Which tranmission is most reliable, 6-speed or 9-speed?
I love my 2020 Honda Ridgeline
Best feature: The Ridgeline t-shirt Jason! Take one to the Netherlands for me, XL hahaha.
I actually thought the round volume knob would return to the radio on the 2020..? Or am I missing something?
I'll be making the jump from SUV to truck with the Ridgeline. This is the truck I've been waiting for, best in class gas mileage, and sensible quality of life features. I would say that this truck covers about 90% of what the majority of truck owners ACTUALLY use their truck for.
Great decision & i agree 100%
With the Ridgeline you can do it all!!!
Does it have a backup camera?
How's that new transmission? 2 extra gears. Any lack of power?
Went from 6 to 9. Im curious what the benefit is supposed to be since the mpg and towing capacity didn't change.
@@MultiDc12345 it needs more MPG. I love mine. But at a constant 17 round town. In eco mode.... LOL
@@ejf0255 yep, roughly same on mine in town. Pretty decent on the highway, sometimes near 30mpg in eco mode with a good tailwind.
@@MultiDc12345 what a great ride thou. Good times !
Waiting for snow. And summer for a beach run !!!
The manual tailgate lock....Does this mean anyone can steal something inside the truck bed even if you lock it up with your key remote?
Excellent review .. thanks Jason! Honda is really listening to Ridgeline owners. I own a 2019 Ridgeline. Seems reviewers never mentions that the spare tire is on a sliding tray 'in' the trunk ... that's a big plus over all other trucks. Honda needs to improve the resolution on the rearview cameras. Reviewers never mention the rearview camera on the passenger side exterior rearview mirror and that camera is a big plus for sure. Also, the interior rearview mirror needs to be more adjustable for the taller driver.
The Ridgeline is the king of trucks.
Are the jewel eye headlights only available on the RTL-E and Black Editions?
I just bought the RTL 2019, Great truck! Just wish Honda would have used the wider hinges for the rear doors and just put the Accord or CR-V infotainment system already. Is 2020 and they still don't have a volume knob. Believe it or not, I got the RTL over the RTL-E because of the volume knob. I wanted Carplay as in my BMW's and Hyundai, but I don't like not having a volume knob, drives me crazy in my wife's 2016 HR-V when I drive it.
Jerry Pena you can buy the front door stops and install them on the back doors. $35 and 15 minutes you’ll have wider opening rear doors.
I bought a 2019 RTL too. Radio buttons and a gear shifter! Yeah!
Do they have a back up camera?
I really like the Ridgeline (and Pilot and Passport -- and Hondas in general - I'm on my second CRV and have owned three Accords), but I wonder why the Honda SUVs have relatively small fuel tanks. This seems like an oversight especially for the Ridgeline which has a built-in trailer hitch and wiring standard and holds 19.5 gallons. For comparison, a Chevy Malibu holds 15.8 gallons; a Ford Fusion, 16.5 gallons; a Tacoma, 21 gallons; and a Subaru Outback holds 18.5 gallons. Is 400ish miles of range enough? Sure, but couldn't they fit another 2 or 3 gallons in the Ridgeline and Pilot to gain a few extra miles of range?
Honda, why the 9-speed?? Where are the knobs for volume and tuning?? Why not a Ridgeline with the 2.0T 250 hp from the Accord?
Honda Pro Jason
I'm looking to get a midsize pickup truck and had looked over everything out there; started to look at the Ridgeline and say you review the 2019 Ridgeline.
The thing that sold me was the trunk in the rear bed; even found the trim level I would like to have RTL-T.
Unfortunately this model is longer produced. It was the best trim level with just the right options; now it is no longer produced and the RTL has no navigation from what I've read and seen. The RTL-E in my opinion has more than I would really like.
I personally don't care for vechiles that are fully loaded; I have always wanted a middle of the road type options on vechiles.
My awd 2017 rtl was a huge money pit. The first transmission lasted 40k miles. The second transmission though properly maintained lasted to 70k. Once I started getting transmission problems again I got rid of it before it needed number three. The 2017 honda ridgeline was a huge pos in my opinion. I've got over 260k on my challenger and it's still going strong. My FORD explorer even got to 220k miles before needing to be replaced.
Could the locking tailgate feature be added to a 2019 RTL-E WITHOUT having to purchase the keyed locking tailgate handle?
Google pop and lock tailgate locking system. Some places can install as an aftermarket parts. Will lock both handles on a Ridgeline. I had one installed on my 2013.
I like all the backup systems. I should have waited as I have a 2019.
I don't know -- I bought a 2019 and I'm actually relieved the 2020 is only debatably better. You can make your rear doors the same with $20 in parts and about 40 minutes work. Tailgate lock seems almost the same as the Popalock system, so you could do that too. And I'm really not sure I'd want the ZF 9 speed instead of a Honda six. Paddle shifters would be nice, other than that I'm not seeing the point.
I'm a buyer when it gets the more modern front end of the Pilot, cooled seats and would love to see an additional 4"-6" of bed. Triple
Jason where is the 2020 Ridgeline Sport and RTL??? Cant find any info... Thx