Owned a 89 silverado, 2008 avalanche, 2019 silverado and now a 21 ridgeline.... Besides having a bit less interior room, this is a great truck. The trunk is truly a game changer and as a daily it's amazing
The HPD appearance package jacks up the price almost $3000. The base model Sport sells for around $35k. For that money it's a great bargain. That's around the average price for a new vehicle today, and less than a comparably equipped midsize truck. Remember, the "base" prices for most midsize trucks do not include 4WD or a V6 engine which is stock on the Ridgeline. The Ranger only offers keyless ignition in the top Lariat trim. The Colorado/Canyon is the only competitor to have anything other than manually engaged part time 4WD and it features an "Auto" mode that will engage it when slip is detected, but it's NOT a torque vectoring AWD system like the Ridgeline has. The competitors also do not have the interior room of the Ridgeline and they do not have a flat load floor in the back with the seats raised. The do not have the in-bed trunk. If you compare apples to apples, the Ridgeline is a very compelling bargain. I shopped for a midsized truck for 2 years before buying the Ridgeline. I'm a "man's man" and I was dead set on the Ranger FX4 until I drove it and found it's too cramped for my 6'5" body. The Tacoma is not any better and may be one of the most uncomfortable vehicles I've ever been in (and I owned a Miata). I never in a million years thought I'd end up with a "minivan with a truck bed", but a few test drives and some research showed the Ridgeline was perfect for my needs. I loved my 2019 Ridgeline so much that I was convinced I'd keep it for years...until I got $33k in trade in for a vehicle I paid $28k for new. That means my Ridgeline went UP in value by $5000 in a year. Crazy! I traded up to the 2021 and like it even more. The 9-speed transmission is very nice and always keeps the engine in the power band. I never notice it shifting much either. It also starts in 2nd gear unless you downshift manually with the paddles or hit the gas hard. 1st gear is a sort of "granny gear" and will launch the Ridgeline harder than you expect it to. I have not noticed any delay when shifting the transmission from reverse to drive or vice versa. I suppose I just don't do it very fast. On a recent trip that consisted of windy mountain roads and interstate driving, I got 24mpg. I suspect all highway driving would exceed the EPA estimate. I don't use Eco mode either. There always seems to be a lot of haters for this truck, and I was one of them. I didn't "get it". But now that I've owned two of them, as well as several other trucks, I can tell you there is no better truck on the market if you don't tow more than 5000lbs or do extreme off road driving.
I have a 2021 Passport and my suggestion is get a VCM tuner for the 3.5 engines as soon as possible! The vehicle drives so much smoother and we get alot better gas mileage plus doesn’t hunt for gears as much either! Best $100 I’ve ever spent
I just bought a new Sport. I was looking for a good used RTL-E because I wanted all wheel drive and adaptive cruise control. As it turns out the 2021 sport comes with those features and was only about $4k more for brand new. After months of shopping I realized that 2ond gen Ridgelines have very good resale value.
@@justchillin6117 yep thats exactly what happened. Wanted a Tacoma since 2016 after I graduated HS and had been hooked on those for years. Saw the new 2021 Ridgeline and figured id give it a chance and i was hooked. Drove amazing and was what i wanted in everything
I WANTED the sport trim, as I prefer cloth seats in my trucks. And I want as little nanny-tech as possible. BUT... the driver's seat in the sport trim is a crappy manually adjusted unit. It's crappy because it's down/back and up/forward motion. There is a ton of headroom (I'm 6'-4") and I can move the seat way up. This gives me better view out, and it allows the seat to give better hamstring support. BUT with the manual seat, if you push the seat up - it also goes forwards. Sigh... I'm getting an RTL JUST for the power driver's seat. (It has independent up/down, and front/back movement - it's NOTICEABLY more comfortable)...
Hi Matt! I really loved your presentation, but I have to say this: I don't mean to be a broken record or irritating, but I have to say that if Honda decided to strip away nearly all of the options for the base model, I really wish that they could have at least given it a twist key ignition even as an option. But nonetheless, I really enjoyed the vid so far and I look forward to watching more of your vids :)
Strongly considering this truck but the water intrusion issues give me pause. Don't mind the lack of tech considering they almost didn't bring it back after 2014. The SH-AWD alone makes this the sportiest handling truck in it's segment, also use the paddle shifters to launch the truck in first gear to get you that 6.3 sec 0-60 time.
Matt can I run something crazy by you: Are these Ridgeline, in this Gen, are they secretly utes because of their platform or am I just crazy?! Idk why this thought came to mind.
You're right on the nose. It's basically a Honda pilot with a truck bed. Not a body on frame like a "normal" truck, but this is gonna drive much smoother, and be more reliable.
Maybe I'm just being a cynic but I think the driver assist being offered before the blindspot monitoring is a way to upsell. People didn't really ask for the minimal self-driving shit. It's cool, sure, but I think 90% of people don't use it. A lot of people feel there's not much point if you still have to keep your hands on the wheel. The blindspot monitoring on the other hand is hella useful. So when you combine the parts bin interior + the upselling basic features + the already high base MSRP? It seems like they're price gouging a bit on this. Perhaps they're having trouble justifying keeping it in terms of sales?
The crazy part to me, is that its called the Honda PERFORMANCE Development package, when none of the items in the package have to do with actual performance. Its all just for looks. Different colors, decals, fender flares, etc... none of that increases performance at all. Lift it, maybe throw on a turbo, or even an intake or exhaust.....any of that would be more performance.
Always surprised that these didnt sell better, but I guess marketing runs the world. Most of the truck owners I know have never used their truck for anything more heavy duty than bringing a TV home. Those same people would never own one of these because its too car like.
There’s just something about the ridgeline that’s wimpy to me. The frontier pro4x and Tacoma trd look way more truck like and aren’t front wheel drive based. Decent truck, just not for me.
@@racer2c You're not wrong. I had a Subaru Impreza hatchback, and when I needed a pickup truck the one that ticked all my boxes was the Ridgeline. I don't think it looks wimpy, just more like an SUV, and it honestly doesn't bother me at all. I have had my 2018 Ridgeline RTL-E for almost a year and I freaking love it.
It's quicker off the line, faster at highway speeds, handles like a go cart in comparison than my Tacoma TRD sport. It's also more spacious and saves more gas too lol.
That shared dash infotainment layout/setup is very, very dated at this point. Honda needs to make changes as soon as possible. It's incredible to think they updated tge Ridgeline so much yet left that the same
Design wise this refresh is like putting makeup on a pig, it's a shame because the 1st gen Ridgeline body style still looks unique and modern but Honda just abandoned that design all together
Actually the thing I've heard about the Ridgeland is in made in the same factory as the pilot and passport and upping production on the Ridgeland would take away from Hondas better sellers the Pilot and Passport so Honda doesn't try to push anymore of these they think they'll sell. Probably why Honda also does a terrible job marketing these. It's weird Honda makes these and claims to wanna sell these but put in very little actual effort.
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Owned a 89 silverado, 2008 avalanche, 2019 silverado and now a 21 ridgeline.... Besides having a bit less interior room, this is a great truck. The trunk is truly a game changer and as a daily it's amazing
The HPD appearance package jacks up the price almost $3000. The base model Sport sells for around $35k. For that money it's a great bargain. That's around the average price for a new vehicle today, and less than a comparably equipped midsize truck. Remember, the "base" prices for most midsize trucks do not include 4WD or a V6 engine which is stock on the Ridgeline. The Ranger only offers keyless ignition in the top Lariat trim. The Colorado/Canyon is the only competitor to have anything other than manually engaged part time 4WD and it features an "Auto" mode that will engage it when slip is detected, but it's NOT a torque vectoring AWD system like the Ridgeline has. The competitors also do not have the interior room of the Ridgeline and they do not have a flat load floor in the back with the seats raised. The do not have the in-bed trunk.
If you compare apples to apples, the Ridgeline is a very compelling bargain. I shopped for a midsized truck for 2 years before buying the Ridgeline. I'm a "man's man" and I was dead set on the Ranger FX4 until I drove it and found it's too cramped for my 6'5" body. The Tacoma is not any better and may be one of the most uncomfortable vehicles I've ever been in (and I owned a Miata). I never in a million years thought I'd end up with a "minivan with a truck bed", but a few test drives and some research showed the Ridgeline was perfect for my needs. I loved my 2019 Ridgeline so much that I was convinced I'd keep it for years...until I got $33k in trade in for a vehicle I paid $28k for new. That means my Ridgeline went UP in value by $5000 in a year. Crazy! I traded up to the 2021 and like it even more. The 9-speed transmission is very nice and always keeps the engine in the power band. I never notice it shifting much either. It also starts in 2nd gear unless you downshift manually with the paddles or hit the gas hard. 1st gear is a sort of "granny gear" and will launch the Ridgeline harder than you expect it to. I have not noticed any delay when shifting the transmission from reverse to drive or vice versa. I suppose I just don't do it very fast.
On a recent trip that consisted of windy mountain roads and interstate driving, I got 24mpg. I suspect all highway driving would exceed the EPA estimate. I don't use Eco mode either.
There always seems to be a lot of haters for this truck, and I was one of them. I didn't "get it". But now that I've owned two of them, as well as several other trucks, I can tell you there is no better truck on the market if you don't tow more than 5000lbs or do extreme off road driving.
Thank you for your ownership thoughts! I always love hearing from owners!
💯👏🏾👏🏾
Chad which trim did you end up getting on the new RL?
Thanks matt. I agree with you it was smart for Honda to make this more "trucky"
The key to this update is truckiness and aggressiveness. Thanks Matt.
Still a Honda Pilot with a bed 😂 the fact that you can get one in FWD 🤢 means its not a truck
@@drunkpolack7612 tell me where you can get one FWD because only came AWD.
I have a 2021 Passport and my suggestion is get a VCM tuner for the 3.5 engines as soon as possible! The vehicle drives so much smoother and we get alot better gas mileage plus doesn’t hunt for gears as much either! Best $100 I’ve ever spent
Christian how does that work ?!
@@justchillin6117 I believe OP meant vcm delete/muzzler. It turns it off to have all 6cyl firing at all times.
I just bought a new Sport. I was looking for a good used RTL-E because I wanted all wheel drive and adaptive cruise control. As it turns out the 2021 sport comes with those features and was only about $4k more for brand new. After months of shopping I realized that 2ond gen Ridgelines have very good resale value.
I just bought one and i LOVE IT
Congrats!
Congrats!
Congrats Eazy. Once you test drive it you are hooked. Lol
@@justchillin6117 yep thats exactly what happened. Wanted a Tacoma since 2016 after I graduated HS and had been hooked on those for years. Saw the new 2021 Ridgeline and figured id give it a chance and i was hooked. Drove amazing and was what i wanted in everything
Just got one two days ago, Love ❤️ it,
Awesome Donald got mine few weeks ago love it to
I WANTED the sport trim, as I prefer cloth seats in my trucks. And I want as little nanny-tech as possible. BUT... the driver's seat in the sport trim is a crappy manually adjusted unit. It's crappy because it's down/back and up/forward motion. There is a ton of headroom (I'm 6'-4") and I can move the seat way up. This gives me better view out, and it allows the seat to give better hamstring support. BUT with the manual seat, if you push the seat up - it also goes forwards. Sigh... I'm getting an RTL JUST for the power driver's seat. (It has independent up/down, and front/back movement - it's NOTICEABLY more comfortable)...
Hi Matt! I really loved your presentation, but I have to say this: I don't mean to be a broken record or irritating, but I have to say that if Honda decided to strip away nearly all of the options for the base model, I really wish that they could have at least given it a twist key ignition even as an option. But nonetheless, I really enjoyed the vid so far and I look forward to watching more of your vids :)
I enjoy all his vids
Matt my parents have a 2020 MDX and I’m noticing the same thing with their transmission I believe it’s a ZF isn’t it? You go from drive to reverse
Found you through this video review. Those look like western PA roads. You in the area?
Had one( 2011 )before. It does everything well. Reliable as a rock. The gold rims and the graphics on your test Ridgeline needs to go.
Strongly considering this truck but the water intrusion issues give me pause. Don't mind the lack of tech considering they almost didn't bring it back after 2014. The SH-AWD alone makes this the sportiest handling truck in it's segment, also use the paddle shifters to launch the truck in first gear to get you that 6.3 sec 0-60 time.
Highlighting the depreciation was a slam dunk. I'm sure many buyers have found that to be very useful.
I wonder if the guy at 4:04 was doing a lawnmower review
Bro, don"t know why but the fat guy in the back going down the hill on the lawnmower at 4:00 is so funny like "weeeeee".
2021 Honda Ridgeline Sport HPD Package!
Bought a 2018 Sport AWD and sold it last week. Already missing it but I was offered such a high offer for my used one. Really missing it now though.
U can always buy another one
No BSM on Sport trim???
Nissan should build a nice unibody truck based on the new pathfinder
I guess I got lucky... I don't have any lag when shifting from reverse to drive or vice versa.
Not going to lie I thought you said HPV package....🤣🤣🤣
Why did Honda send only the sport version to the reviewers? It's a package that is not worth it
Lmao yea because no one wants to save money and get utility over stupid frills.
Matt can I run something crazy by you: Are these Ridgeline, in this Gen, are they secretly utes because of their platform or am I just crazy?! Idk why this thought came to mind.
You're right on the nose. It's basically a Honda pilot with a truck bed. Not a body on frame like a "normal" truck, but this is gonna drive much smoother, and be more reliable.
It's a little more than just a Pilot with a bed because much of the back structure is different than a Ridgeline, but they share a lot of components.
Not utes because it's based off of a crossover, not a sedan/coupe.
Maybe I'm just being a cynic but I think the driver assist being offered before the blindspot monitoring is a way to upsell. People didn't really ask for the minimal self-driving shit. It's cool, sure, but I think 90% of people don't use it. A lot of people feel there's not much point if you still have to keep your hands on the wheel. The blindspot monitoring on the other hand is hella useful.
So when you combine the parts bin interior + the upselling basic features + the already high base MSRP? It seems like they're price gouging a bit on this. Perhaps they're having trouble justifying keeping it in terms of sales?
The crazy part to me, is that its called the Honda PERFORMANCE Development package, when none of the items in the package have to do with actual performance. Its all just for looks. Different colors, decals, fender flares, etc... none of that increases performance at all. Lift it, maybe throw on a turbo, or even an intake or exhaust.....any of that would be more performance.
bigger engine ?.... different traction modes... stiffer suspension I think... heavy duty wheels... tires etc HPD ... baby! haha
No leather steering wheel?
Not on this base trim.
Always surprised that these didnt sell better, but I guess marketing runs the world. Most of the truck owners I know have never used their truck for anything more heavy duty than bringing a TV home. Those same people would never own one of these because its too car like.
Oh, they are selling very well now. As soon as they hit the lot, they are sold in a few days.
Yep, it's a macho ego thing for many of them lol.
Lol, on the forum and fb, a lot of Ridgeline owners are prior full size truck owners and swear it's the best truck they've ever owned.
It's competition isn't out yet🤔
Does this come in right hand drive?
idk if this is sold outside north america
There’s just something about the ridgeline that’s wimpy to me. The frontier pro4x and Tacoma trd look way more truck like and aren’t front wheel drive based. Decent truck, just not for me.
honda knows this and is purposely making this a truck for the non-truck fans
Subaru Outbacks have a reputation of being popular among teachers and retired folks in Vermont. This is their pickup.
@@racer2c You're not wrong. I had a Subaru Impreza hatchback, and when I needed a pickup truck the one that ticked all my boxes was the Ridgeline. I don't think it looks wimpy, just more like an SUV, and it honestly doesn't bother me at all. I have had my 2018 Ridgeline RTL-E for almost a year and I freaking love it.
It's quicker off the line, faster at highway speeds, handles like a go cart in comparison than my Tacoma TRD sport. It's also more spacious and saves more gas too lol.
Still looks the same to me aggressive or not
noticed you filmed this next to a kids baseball field, fitting since this is primarily what the average driver will be using it for!
Lmao
Same thing 90% of half ton owners use theirs for too.
Look at the price of 5 year old Ridgelines. You CANNOT get one that has depreciated 50 percent
hpd= stickers
Yikes idk about those fender flares 😬
This is a perfect work truck because you don't really care if it gets damaged or destroyed or stolen.
I think stolen would be a bit of a hassle 😅
I would care if it got stolen
When I buy a truck, I definitely want it to look more trucky.
Same
Why does Honda have such a problem with styling the upper grills (Civic, Accord and now this🤪)
I like the girls on the civics and accords
@@BobThe9534 I'd love to see some girls on the hood, would cover the grill.
Why don’t Doug demure also do dis
That shared dash infotainment layout/setup is very, very dated at this point. Honda needs to make changes as soon as possible. It's incredible to think they updated tge Ridgeline so much yet left that the same
the, not tge
@@BobThe9534 Thanks Bob Tge! It was clearly a finger issue not a not knowing how to spell one, but thanks just the same
@@AlexTheeGr8t lol
Sounds pretty loud in the cabin.
Yea
Honda a'd Toyoda
Honda what?
It's just a Honda pilot with a bed.
First off...not really. Second off, what would be wrong with that?
So it’s a truck. Thanks for confirming!
Design wise this refresh is like putting makeup on a pig, it's a shame because the 1st gen Ridgeline body style still looks unique and modern but Honda just abandoned that design all together
Anything with a box Less than 6.5 feet I'd useless for me. I can overlook lots of things but that's a deal breaker with any truck for me.
Price still way too high reason why Ridgeline failed from the start.
But at least it's reliable
Actually the thing I've heard about the Ridgeland is in made in the same factory as the pilot and passport and upping production on the Ridgeland would take away from Hondas better sellers the Pilot and Passport so Honda doesn't try to push anymore of these they think they'll sell. Probably why Honda also does a terrible job marketing these. It's weird Honda makes these and claims to wanna sell these but put in very little actual effort.
Failed? They're selling fast and the resale value is phenomenal lol.
@@squidusn71 lol
Not enough capacity in the bed. Truck-wannabe
Longer bed than the Tacoma
its a double cab 4 door you moron..they all have short beds
Is that an Accord with a truck bed? Ummm, no thanks.
Nope, shares nothing with Accord...
Lol what are you smoking
@@mitchellsteindler Nothing. I was being sarcastic. The thing obviously is not an Accord, but it also is not a real truck. Get it now? 🙄
Why is it not a real truck? Because it doesn't have an ancient body-on-frame design?
Its not a real truck. Sorry.
This thing is hideous 👎