How about MPG, 9 speed trans, drain in the trunk for when you have ice, no need to purchase a bed liner, auto lock breaks to prevent roll back when on a hill, 8 tie downs in the bed, how wide compared to other mid-size (does not bounce you around as much).

Real truck. Yes. I owned two of them, flawless past 100,000 miles on both. I own a Tundra 1794 now and honestly the Ridgeline did everything it can except tow over 5,000 pounds. It actually drove better. Much more a car like ride. I also drove it during snow emergencies and never came close to getting stuck. Two of the best trucks I ever owned, and I owned a lot of them.

I bought a 2019 Ridgeline . I’ve hauled a bed load of fence slats and 2x4s. I’ve helped move couches. Recently remodeled an old home and put 12’ beams 8x2, 10x2, 12x2. Just drove to Austin and pulled an engine . I was carrying a Honda engine, engine hoist, air compressor, tool box, large jack, jack stands , and a cooler for food. Drove 85 to 90mph and averaged 25.9 miles per gallon. With the bed full of the engine/hoist/tools. Longer trip to Dallas and got 28mpg with 4 people and luggage driving 80-90mph. Real truck? 👍 yep

I just bought a Ridgeline as a family truck. A feature that you missed are the car seat tethers in the back. It's the only mid-sized pickup truck that accommodates three car seats across the back bench. That was a huge selling feature for me.

I purchased a 2017 Ridgeline when it first came out, no regrets; living in northern Canada I have never had any issues with cold starting or winter driving. The one comment that I hear from many reviews is how everyone wishes there was a knob for volume control, you can control the volume on the steering wheel so no need to take your hand off the steering wheel to adjust the volume, not sure why it is such a pet peeve with so many reviewers.

I drove mine to Home Depot Saturday. The guys in the lifted one-ton diesels laughed at my unibody and aerodynamic front end. I laughed watching them try to park in a crowded lot to buy a piece of PVC pipe. I guess we're even!

2007 ridgeline with 350,000 miles here. Will buy another.

I don't know why so many people hate on this truck. Unique bed, torque vectoring AWD, amazing handling for a truck, great rear seat room and overall interior comfort. Oh, and the ability to go 500k + miles with good maintainence. Solid review bro! 💪

I own one and love it! Best vehicle I’ve ever owned. And FYI, in addition to touch screen, volume knob is on the steering wheel, where it should be.

I bought the 2020 Ridgeline AWD fully loaded and I love it

Its a great truck for the right buyer and that would be me.

Saved me from buying the wrong truck! I didn’t even know Honda made a pickup, not alone such a nice one! I’m getting one next week, all the truck I’ll ever need!

Great review, thx, I have the 2019, I wanted to mention to anyone who is considering one, the absolute best part was not mentioned in this review. This SUCK (1/2 SUV / 1/2 TRUCK) is a Honda Pilot with the back cut off and a bed added on, which means it is the ONLY UNI-BODY ALL WHEEL DRIVE truck on the market. It has surprised me, I enjoy driving it on the highway so much more than a body on frame truck. I have owned all the others. The downside is it's a home owner truck not a construction truck or major towing vehicle but perfect for daily house / home depot tasks. I even find myself driving the Challenger less, LOL.

I have a Pilot, and a Ridgeline. Con honestly say at 60 years old that these are the 2 best vehicles I’ve ever owned. From $65,000 dollar pickups that I never used the bed to a BMW X5. SUV. Both Honda’s are AWD and work perfect here in Northern Minnesota on the Canadian border. I don’t think you can buy a better engine then what Honda builds.

Love my 2019 Ridgeline

I absolutely love the look. It's the first thing that sold me on it. I looked high and low for a truck that didn't sit so high and now I've found it. It's perfect!! I love it's roominess and the features inside. I love the bed. It's exactly what I need for all my Lowe's and Home Depot runs. I don't have that 'truck' ego that says my truck needs look like one. This truck is exactly what I need. Thanks for confirming that I'm going to make a great choice. I"ll probably get one next week!

We've had the 2020 RTL-E for 3 months and so far it is one of the nicest things to drive I can think of--it is definitely the most comfortable truck i've ever driven.

For all the naysayers that say “ the Ridgeline is not a real truck because it’s not body on frame.” Well then you all better get off the Cybertruck bandwagon too.

Just bought one earlier this week, traded in my 2008 Ridgeline. Love this truck

I have owned a Honda Ridgeline since 2017, I average 24 mpg around town and 28mpg highway, it rides more like a car and handles exceptionally well, with 30,000+ miles it performs flawlessly, I have owned many vehicles and trucks in the past and the Ridgeline is without a doubt my favorite!

Since Honda fixed the front and rear end for 2021, it should be a great mid-sized truck, now!

I love my Black Edition. Best vehicle we’ve ever owned.

I put the black brush bar with the KC flood lights mounted to it. Put running boards and some larger aggressive NITTO Ridge Grappler 265/65-18 on rear, & 265/60-18 on the front, my truck looks bad ass!! Everyone stops to look at my truck. My dad has a F-150 and he’s trading it in on a new Ridgeline. The pop up cargo storage in the bed was the main reason why I bought it, I use that cargo compartment every day. It’s crazy how much I can put in there. I’m a huge deer hunter, I use it for my boots and all my hunting clothes so I don’t have to keep them inside the truck. Gas mileage is awesome for a truck, or for any vehicle for that matter. Go buy one, you’ll be happy that u did.

I have a 2017 Honda Ridgeline! We love it!! It’s so comfortable! The tailgate feature of opening it to the side allows you to reach what’s in the back without crawling into it. The cooler underneath is a great feature! Love Love Love the Honda Ridgeline!!

I own a 2010 Ridgeline with 125k miles. Still going strong. It’s worth mentioning the quiet interior noise while at highway speeds.

Bought my current daily to give to my daughter in few years and then it will be a Ridgeline for me. Comfortable and a pleasure to drive on those long trips to the Hatfield & McCoy Trails.

Congrats on all the midsize dude love you’re reviews

The Ridgeline can also be had with heated/cooled seats as well as with a CD changer. Nobody ever seems to mention that. Also, every review says “ You can use the in-bed trunk as a cooler.” Like that’s the best thing they can come up with. How about “ Instead of buying an after-market tool box and installing it in the bed, taking up 25% of your bed’s space , Honda has given the Ridgeline a lockable, dry , factory installed tool box in the form of a trunk. A space that not only allows the full use of the bed but keeps thieves eyes from seeing the potential to make off with your tools.” I keep safety gear, jumper cables, a battery operated chainsaw( trees fall down where I live ) , tow straps, and a “ every day” tool box in mine and so the bed, the back seat, the floor of my truck is free of this clutter. If you’re a tradesman you owe it to yourself to lose the “ I drive a real truck” mentality and take a look at how the Ridgeline , with it’s composite bed, storage and better mileage , can help your bottom line. Of course, if your towing a Caterpiller then forget about it.

Nice video and great camera work. Ten years ago my wife bought a 2010 Ridgeline. She loves it and says she'll never get rid of it. And I doubt she ever will ! It's been an extremely reliable truck and it gives us great peace of mind at how well it gets around in the snow. She's even used it to pull out a few people that were stuck ! One small thing you didn't show in your video is how the rear seats fold up so you have a large cargo space behind the front seats. Thanks and keep up the good work !

Nice review and perspectives. Bought a "new to me" 2018 Ridgeline RTL-T a little over a month ago. Other than the transmission change for 2020 (9-speed vs my 6speed) most aspects of what I have are exactly the same. Came from RAM 1500 Laramie quad cab that was a great full size truck but I didn't need it. Drove all the mid-sizers out there and the Ridgeline checked all the boxes for me.

If my loaded 2011 ever dies, I will consider buying another. Could be a while yet. Love this truck!

nice review, but I still like the look of the earlier versions of the ridgeline...I still have a 2012...great truck, great ride. The new ones are just too darn expensive..

The ridgeline is waay better utilitarian way then the Tacoma..every tacoma buyer ends up buying a Tacoma and spending thousands in accessories to try to make it fit ones lifestyle..Not the ridgeline..its properly designed..its better on gas, doesnt need a toolbox..rear ac and charging point and plywood fits flat across the bed..I have a tacoma limited and it's just a recreational truck..

We just got a 2020 Ridgeline RTL-E and we LOVE it! Drives real smooth with decent tow capacity. Someone mentioned locking tailgate. The tailgate doesn’t lock but the in bed storage compartment does. Also the storage compartment has a drain plug if you want to use it as an ice chest for tailgating. So far we like everything about it.

I love the ridge line i had the 2010 version and it was amazing

I liked your review of the Ridgeline , any chance of seeing a test drive of the truck in the future ?

I would’ve never considered this vehicle I’ve always driven half ton pick ups, but I am a believer now I purchased a 2021 the other day and for someone like me who rarely tows more than 5000 pounds and uses their truck to haul gravel,sod, mulch or move a piece of furniture from time to time this is perfect. The 21 average mpg sure beats getting 12 the drive experience is different but quite enjoyable.

Missed so many things.... * The keyless remote opens windows and sunroof by pressing the unlock twice and holding down on the 2nd press * When airing up and reach set PSI on a tire the Ridgeline honks to let you know it's reached the set PSI * Backseats are stadium style seating * When you open the driver side door the seat moved all the way back to make it easier to get in * Heated Steering wheel * 1 touch windows and sunroof * The storage is also a cooler as it has a drain plug * You can fold up the back seats for awesome storage room and it's nice and flat * Also has 2 USB ports right below the back seat vents * Now comes with Paddle shifters soooo much more still lol

Outstanding presentation, It's very well done, and insightful, as is your KZfaq channel.

I love my 2020 Ridgeline and it does everything I need it to do at the right price point.

Interesting mid-size truck - things I’d like to see; 1. Full size spare tire, (if you’re towing - you can’t use a donut tire), a bit more towing capacity (6 to 7,000 range - like the Ford Ranger) - not sure if that’s possible with this unibody design? Other than that seems like once again another great Honda product.

Will be buying a low mile one in '22 off lease like i did with my '15 pilot and save a bundle.Cool suv

I drove the 2006 model for 12 years with no problems. The only thing I didn’t like about it was that you couldn’t lift it or mod it. Great video!

Best car/truck I ever had. Great look great power..i have a 17 Rtlt and I LOVE IT.

Bought a RTL-E a little over a month ago. Drove the other mid sized trucks. This was the stand out. I love it.

Cannot wait to get one.

2017 rtl-t owner. Love this truck, it pulls an 18 foot toy hauler camper no problem. My father, who has always had 1/2 or 3/4 ton trucks, likes it so much he is considering one as a daily driver, and replacing his big truck with a cheap beater full size for when he needs to haul his farm tractor (only a few times a year).

I have had many cars and trucks, was in a Toyota Tacoma for several years, was looking for a newer truck and came across the Honda Ridgeline by accident, it is by far the best vehicle I have ever owned, the comfort, the leather, the truck back end so freekin cool, it’s a 2007 and I am looking to up grade to a newer one now, I loved your review, it was spot on for all the functionality and awesomeness!

I have a 2017 rt awd and love it. I also test drove a Colorado but thought that was junk. The Ridgeline is more refined, and spacious rear... Awd is great in the winter. I laugh because everyone thinks they need a full size truck but never use them for heavy towing or hauling... Mazda is now coming out with a diesel midsize truck.

Thanks for the informative video. I purchased a Honda Certified Pre-Owned 2020 Ridgeline RTL-E yesterday and I'm really excited about driving it for a long time. I traded my 2017 GMC Canyon STL and feel zero "buyer's regret." With 86,000 miles, I was beginning to have serious concerns about some ongoing transmission issues with the Canyon. Great rundown on the features of the Ridgeline and very well presented. Great job!

I'm planning to buy one in the near future

I have a 2019 ridge and it’s all the truck I need. Living in an urban area it’s easy to drive park and very comfortable. On the highway it’s extremely comfortable and quiet.

Feels bigger inside. Probably because it is.

Honda needs to make that tailgate a dual door.

I really like the Ridgeline and can’t wait to buy one it is the perfect vehicle for me...thanks for the review....!!

I'm still rocking the 1g ridgeline (2010)...it's one of those vehicles you have to own to appreciate it. I don't think I would upgrade I just do not like the front tbh but everything else is 💯

That truck would be a top choice for me thanks for the review keep up the good work

I've always like the look of the Ridgeline and it's departure from the normal pickup truck thought process. It has everything most would need from a pickup but with a better ride. In the end, however, I went with the Ford F150. Why? well, price. With discounts and a little haggling I was able to get a far better deal for more truck (more than I need anyway). The two Honda dealers in my area just wouldn't budge on price and there were no dealer or manufacturer incentives to help. Still think it's a great truck.

I have a 2013 I bought new. After 7 years I still enjoy the truck so much, I am considering another. I've looked at other midsize and I just don't see the features in them that they have in this Honda. Sure they have some features the Honda doesn't, but they aren't the ones I need or would use. Somehow Honda found the sweet spot for me. The one problem is here in Texas, the Ridgeline isn't viewed as a real truck. But I can take the teasing from my buddies. They can't have an ice cold case under the bed of their truck.

In addition to the overlooked items mentioned in the comment you pinned you also failed to show the folding rear seats. I have a F-150 4X4 that at 14 years of age is in excellent condition. Considering that I am 69 myself I am not likely to replace it. But if I did I would strongly consider the Ridgeline. It has a very good list of features and at my age it might be nice to have a “truck” (sort of truck) that could more easily fit into tight parking spaces... such as my garage. Thanks for the video! :)

This really convinced me to narrow down my options to make the Ridgeline my #1 pick. Thanks for the great honest comparative review

Not to sure what i think of the Honda Ridgeline??🤔 it cool that it has almost every option.. good video thou!👍

I also really like the Ridgeline, but I winced a bit when Honda increased the base MSRP even further for 2020 by eliminating the base trim. The Ridgeline was already the more expensive than every other midsize truck besides the Gladiator and now it's base price is higher than even the Gladiator! Now look, I'm no fool. I know that if the base trim for the Ridgeline sold well that Honda would not have gotten rid of it. But I also know that Honda currently has a monopoly on all-wheel-independent suspension pickup trucks so they can charge whatever the heck they want for it and the people who want a smooth-driving truck will have to pay that price. (This is why monopolies are bad and competition is good. the consumer wins when brands compete). Unfortunately for the Ridgeline, it's monopoly will soon come to an end as by the end of next year Hyundai will have introduced their Santa Cruz Pickup and Ford will have introduced their Courier (which will supposedly start at under $20,000). Once that happens, people will no longer have to spend over 30-grand to get a "pickup that rides like a car" and Honda may find itself in an awkward spot with the Ridgeline.

I just bought a 2019 RTL-E and having owned 1/2 ton truck this truck is 99.99 percent of all the truck I will ever need or use. The gas mileage is an amazing part of ownership. I have seen very few trucks just no able to achieve the fuel economy of my ridgeline.

Don't need a volume knob...at all... use the steering wheel control...a lot more practical. ....... some people cannot seem to evolve and stuck in the past🙄. The Ridgeline is an excellent, practical Truck.

Your reviews are great. If Ryan Reynolds and Dane Cook could have a child together this would be him.

My only gripes with my 06 ridgeline are the turn radius, the interior roof liner, the seat belt alarm, and the fact that it locks all the doors once I start driving but doesn't unlock them once I turn the engine off and exit. Ridgelines are great SUV's with a truck bed. They are roomy, comfortable, quiet, and offer lots of useful features such as the two way tailgate, the trunk, and AWD versions. I f I were Honda I'd make the wheel wells larger and put a bigger wheel on them. They look funny with the smaller wheels and big bulky body.

I just bought my 2023 Ridgeline sport base model a couple weeks ago and I don't care what people call it or think about it I just love it

It's an excellent Truck...that's it!

Nice review, and finally a KZfaqr from the NJ/PA area! But, yea, our weather doesn’t quite hold up to Joe’s in Florida 🥶

Thanks for all the info while I try to figure out the mid-size truck world

Hey, great review!. I’m a CR-V owner for decades but this is my next ride. The CR-V does have the volume knob. I need that knob. 😳

I bought a used 2018 Ridgeline RTL-E with 11,000 mi and love everything about it. I had a 1st gen Ridgeline that I traded in for a Toyota Highlander and regretted it. I'd probably get the 3rd gen if Honda decides to build one

Hauled a 1400lb hay bale with a tandem axle dump trailer like a boss ;). More than most 1/2 ton city slickers haul.

I had a GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab and was not using it to it's full potential for a few years. So I traded it in for a 2018 Honda Ridgeline "Black Edition" 5 months ago and love the way it handles, just a great smooth ride, plus it's great on gas, compared to the GMC. Glad I switched. Thanks for sharing your views on the Rdgeline. :)

How does the new body come out

I really dig this SUV like truck, looks more comfy than a traditional truck as a daily. Only concern I have is if I had a flat and with a loaded bed, would be a pain to get the spare tire out.....hmm

I have a 2019 and I absolutely love it. It’s my favorite vehicle out of six that I own, including a 2017 Corvette Z06, BMW and Infiniti. And that’s a lot to say. The ride is really smooth and quiet. The infotainment system is pretty easy to navigate and has both android and Apple CarPlay. It is plenty powerful (HP) and has decent torque. I like this 2019 transmission (with the lever) because, for example, I can open the driver’s door to check the margin of a sidewalk to avoid road rash on the rims and it keeps moving. WITH THE NEW TRANSMISSION, (THE ONE SHOWN ON THIS VIDEO WITH THE BUTTONS) IF YOU OPEN THE DOOR, IT WILL PUT IT IN PARKING AUTOMATICALLY. To me that’s a nuisance, even though the car industry is doing this for security reasons. I recommend this truck if you need to do light to moderate work and / or towing. It’s definitely a good vehicle and can be used as a daily driver. The review is quite accurate. Thanks 😊

I have a new 2019 Canadian Touring version that has extra goodies such as: Cooled front seats, rear passenger heater controls, CD player, signal lights on mirrors, heated perimeter windshield, auto heated seats and wheel at cold remote starts and maybe something else I may have missed. Here are more: Rain-sensing wipers Splash guards (accessory for US models) Low washer fluid level indicator Larger washer fluid tank (1.4 gallons vs. 1.0 gallon) Electronic heated seat controls with three settings vs. a rocker switch with two settings Love the truck as it does everything I need to do!

I bought a 2006 Honda Ridgeline the first year made. I put 215,000 miles on it and never had any problems with it. It's the only vehicle that I never grew tired of. Recently traded for a 2020 F150 and wish I'd kept the Honda just to see how long it would last.

You missed the MAIN BASE LINE MEASUREMENT for pickup trucks... that is..... Will it carry a 4' x 8' sheet of plywood or drywall FLAT in the bed... Years ago when my kids were small, we had a Honda Oddessy mini van, and believe it or not.. remove the rear seats, roll the way back seat into the floor, and it would accept FULL SHEETS 4x8 laying flat... COMPLETELY INSIDE the mini van... NO OTHER minivan can do that !

Love all the amenities for the price, I’m not an everyday truck person but I need one for little home projects

Good job. First time visitor and I've seen more years of reviews than you've been alive. Keep it up and grow, you have potential!

Best vehicle i've ever owned 2017 Ridgeline

This my second Ridgeline and I love it first generation and not the 2nd generation very practical

I wouldn't own one, but I'm not going to knock it either. If the Honda Ridgeline fits your needs, then by all means, go for it.

I bought a 2019 Honda Ridgeline 4 weeks ago. I really like it! Tried all the midsize trucks and so glad I chose a Honda. Only negative the hood flutters at speed especially when a truck passes on the other side of the road! Not good.

I don’t like the front end design. I know it looks like the Pilot but I wish it looked more like a truck. I don’t need some of the sophistication in the Ridgeline. The AWD has different modes for driving in snow, mud, rain and I wonder does that really work? I have a 2010 Ridgeline and if the back wheels spin, then 50% of power is sent to the front wheels. The truck does that automatically if the back wheels spin too much.

Always loved them and the element to

That was a good review and I'm glad you hit on the positives the Ridgeline offers in an objective manner. For people who don't need a full size truck this would be pretty easy to live with. Ease of parking is a huge benefit.

Why so many drab colors- lite &dark grays black,dark blue, dark red,wait they do have white !

I have a 2019. That tailgate... been nothing but a royal pain. It has no lock... 2019... the only pickup with no tailgate lock. We needed a lock for cross-country travel to lock cargo under a tonneau cover. Well, had an OEM lock installed, a couple months later, the swing-gate latch broke... cable slipped... got that fixed. Shortly after that, the lift-gate latch broke... worn-out latch-actuator... got that fixed. None of this stuff is warrantied after 36k mi. I had a little over 38k. There's also a weird buzzing noise which occurs between 1600-1800 RPM; I've been told it's a 'transmission shudder'; I've also been told it's the cylinder-deactivation; and, I've also been to it's the throttle-position-sensor. BIIIiiiiig mystery since it doesn't trip any codes. Tow-rating is at 5k, but I wouldn't chance it. Honda has yet to equip a suitable automatic transmission for a V6... after all these years. I'd stay under 3500 lbs. I guarantee you anyone who's bought one of these things... half of these folks have traded it in already. Oh... and that nifty plug in the bed... it's a TWO-PRONG... 115V... how goofy is that?

Due to the wider bed width vs every other midsize I have been able to go get pallets of cement forklifted directly into the bed. I also carry my 12ft Jon boat flat in the bed because wider then the competition. I absolutely love it.

I love my 17 ridgeline. It is like driving my XC90 with a bed. Very comfortable interior, and the bed features, unique. MPG is great.

The Ridgeline is all the truck 80% of us need.

That's where I bought my 2017 SI.

I still remember back in 1990, I told my cousin at Toronto, Canada, that I drove a Honda. He immediate reaction was that it was too cold for him to ride it where he live, so he got a Mercedes instead. I later realized that he thought that I was referring to a motorcycle... ...LOL!

I understand why some people don’t like the new model. It doesn’t look truckish, it looks more carlike. I think it looks good

Just got one but can't turn on the top long LED running lights,you know how,please

It's even better in 2022. (Especially the looks... New front end + Sonic Grey = best mid-size on the market)....