Updated 2024 Honda Ridgeline review // All the truck you need?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 มิ.ย. 2024
- This is a Motormouth couple car review of the updated 2024 Honda Ridgeline mid-size pickup truck. What’s New? Quite a bit! The 2024 Honda Ridgeline gets some exterior updates with Ridgeline stamped across the tailgate, the front skid garnish is painted pewter grey along with the new 5-spoke 18” wheels and the crossbar atop the grille and mirror caps are gloss black.
The 2024 Honda Ridgeline interior, there’s a new centre console with a large integrated armrest and expanded storage and the larger storage tray ahead of the shifter can accommodate two large phones side by side. There’s also a new standard 7” driver display, a larger 9” touchscreen with faster processing time, wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto and the available navigation system has been simplified with new graphics and fewer menus.
Honda has added the 2024 Honda Ridgeline TrailSport which is more off-road capable than the other Ridgeline models. It has an off-road tuned suspension, General Grabber A/T sport all-terrain tires and steel underbody protection. The suspension tuning features unique spring rates, damper valve tuning and stabilizer bars. Different exterior elements include, a unique grille with a more rugged mesh design, pewter grey 18” wheels, black door pillar trim, orange TrailSport badging and a sky blue paint colour, The cabin has orange accents and orange ambient lighting.
The 2024 Honda Ridgeline has a 3.5L V6 matched to a 9-speed automatic transmission with 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, standard AWD. You can put regular fuel in the Ridgeline.
All 2024 Honda Ridgeline models have a tailgate that opens down like a typical truck tailgate but it can also swing open to the side like a door. In the down position it extends the 5 foot 4 inch bed to more than 7 feet and the tailgate inner surface has two moulded-in seats. It has a payload of 1,583 pounds and can tow 5,000 pounds.
In Canada, the 2024 Honda Ridgeline Sport starts at $52,424 CAD, TrailSport $56,124 CAD and Black Edition $59,124 CAD.
In the US, Sport $39,750 USD, RTL $42,580 USD, TrailSport $44,980 USD, Black Edition $46,350 USD.
2024 Honda Ridgeline fuel Economy, it gets 12.8L/100 km, 18 MPG city and 9.9L/100 km, 24 MPG highway.
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0:00 Intro
0:18 The power
0:46 Key standard features
2:06 What's new?
4:10 Ride/handling
6:37 Exterior
7:20 Interior
8:20 Bed and cargo
10:34 back seat and storage
11:21 Questions, Coffee & cars
15:18 Hot topic
16:10 Vital stats
16:54 Competition
17:42 Final thoughts - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
I just bought the Ridgeline Trailsport 2024 ,gray color. Love it. Perfect travel truck for my needs. Gas mileage is very good for a truck, got 25 .1 on the highway at 70 miles per hour. Very happy and comfortable and fun to drive. I traded a 2012 Tundra 5.7 . 4 wheel drive, wife liked it better. Because it s bigger, but the gas mileage is bad! Got the cover for the bed extra,
I used to really hate this truck... But now I want one 😭
Firstly, I enjoy your reviews as they are usually spot on and remind me of our 4 years living in Vancouver, BC. I own a '24 Black Edition Ridgeline and really like it a lot on many levels including the much-needed interior refresh- mainly the tech was quite dated, and it needed a real console. The Ridgeline is really unique and not comparable to many other trucks out there and that is what works for me. The fact that it has a fantastic v6 with VTEC and a great ZF 9sp tranny is fine with me. I average 23mpg in mixed driving and 27mpg on the highway. It also handles extremely well, as it has a 125" wheelbase with a multi-link rear setup and stepped A frame suspension up front. It's AWD too which really helps as it is torque vectoring; we drive in the mountains a lot and all of these things come together really well. I don't need a 'work truck' or a strong off-roader but wanted an open bed and the ability to comfortably tow 4,000lbs. I find the highway noise level acceptable at speed, perhaps snow tires have more volume but ours is very quiet. At $50K loaded, out the door it is expensive but nowhere near as expensive as many other 'trucks'. I will leave it that it is a sport utility truck, very versatile and should last a long time with regular maintenance.
I've made up my mind, this is my next new vehicle. I am going to purchase one next month. Thanks for the comment it really helped me to make up my mind. I've only heard good things about the Ridgelines.
Lies 24&27mpg
Unless your speed limit is 45/55mph at most with straight roads and no stop lights
My 22 Ridgeline Sport which is the lightest in weight averages 15 mpg in the city with stop lights 30-50 mph speed limits and 22.2 mpg in the highway at 75MPH speed limit.
I use premium 93 oil changes at 4500 miles, air filters at 10,000 OEM only
Premium fuel is a total waste of money in the J series engine…it buys you nothing. Mixed driving defined; 14 miles country roads averaging 55 mph then 5 miles of inner city mostly at 45 mph. Normal driving, no sport or eco modes. Hand calc the mpg but it is within 1 mpg of the onboard computer. I just returned from a 260 mile trip, all highway and averaged 26 mpg. I have no reason to lie and have been very fortunate in life because I don’t. Most of us who have owned many vehicles over time know that moderate driving habits and checking your tire air pressure monthly yields higher mpg than those who drive more aggressively and roll on under inflated tires.
That’s the VTEC kicking in yo!
haha
Thank you for pointing out bed length w/ tailgate open! Not enough truck reviews do this imo.
I am 6’3 and currently drive a 2012 Honda civic coupe lol my back doesn’t like it! One day my goal is to get a smaller truck like this ! Love it ! Thanks Andrea and Zach!❤🎉
Love seeing more truck reviews!
To reinforce Zack's point about pricing, we looked at getting a Frontier back in 2016. The King Cab Pro4X model was $34k. Now it is $50k. Back then, it was relatively affordable as a fun little truck. Now, the Frontier starts at $50k and the King Cab Pro-4X is the base trim. The top trim crew cab is $58k now ($20k more than it was in 2016).
A local dealer has a new pro4x crew cab 4x4 for $6k off the msrp, $37.5k
Kinda makes you wonder if pricing is going thru the roof, or if your currency is falling off a cliff.
@@sharkskin3448 It's not really a currency thing. The CAD to USD is only down about half a cent compared to 5 years ago. As well, the US is adding $1 Trillion to its debt level every 100 days right now. It's all inflation with likely a bit of greed thrown in.
@@jeffer1101 well the USD is certainly falling into the abyss.
Love watching your channel, I owned a 2017 ridgeline a number of years ago and since my ownership five people in my extended family have purchased a Ridgeline, and they all are happier for it. most comfortable riding vehicle. I’v Rode in. Keep up the great work Andrea and auto😂
On my list of the "two things I'd like to see improved" are: (1) Better fuel economy than 18/24... and (2) Something other than a sea of gray in a Honda interior!!!
That's a fast pick up truck both, stylish inside and out 🎉
Thank you for another great review. You guys are awesome! I was looking for a midsize truck and had narrowed it down between the new Tacoma and the Ridgeline. Your review helped make up my mind to purchase a new Ridgeline RTL and I love it. It came well equipped for $44,000 in the States. The new Tacoma SR5 I was looking at was $48,000 and came with manual driver and passenger seats. You have to upgrade to the TRD to get electric seats and now you're at the $50,000 mark. That's crazy. Keep up the good work.
For reliability you really can’t beat this Honda… especially over Ford; I’ve owned 2 Ridgeline trucks, a 2011 & a 2014. Loved them both. This engine/transmission has been around a while, so all the kinks have been worked out. Also being naturally aspirated it’s a lot less maintenance $$. Looking at getting another in the next month. Just know what your needs are & buy accordingly. This can do about 85-90% of what your average Joe would need; but it’s not a job sight truck for heavy duty. It is however a great daily driver & will work for your handy man, back yard warriors. It’s also great for your outdoor enthusiasts, so long as you’re not rock crawling.
No hybrids big bucks on maintenance and repair and not as reliable, and definitely no lawn mower engines for you people that don't know 4 cylinders with turbos absolutely garbage will not last that little four banger will be working hard all the time to move that truck and especially if you have weight with it the turbos are trying to give more power to the four cylinders which means you're reliability goes down the drain all the other manufacturers are doing it because they still don't know how to make a vehicle good yet Honda's keeping the 3.5 V6 naturally aspirated because it's very reliable and it doesn't have to work as hard as the 4-cylinder does which means it would last forever all people have to do is a little bit of homework and get the facts Honda knows what they're doing
I've been trying to decide if I want to buy a new truck or car so this going to be perfect for me.
I have a 2020 Ridgeline and really like it. Great bed and storage functions. I get better fuel economy than the ratings as I average 10L/100km combined and often get 8L/100km highway. I tried all the others when I bought this one and the interior cabin space is the best.
Hey guys, just picked up my black xlt hybrid maverick last week - Zach it’s the perfect truckish thing for dump runs and home maintenance and I really like the cloth seats. Warm in winter and cool in summer compared to leather or vinyl. The ridgeline is nicer but given the cost and what I really need, it was maverick 100% over the other alternates.
Guys great review as always 👍
Back in January 2022, I had a 2017 Ridgeline until a distracted 📱📞🥱 driver ran through a stop sign 🛑!
T-boned hit mid truck turned me 90° head-on into a concrete wall. Thankfully ALL airbags deployed and we just came out with seatbelt bruises. Insurance totaled the truck and I purchased a new (at the time) 2022. Love my 22, as much as my 17. It’s roomy, comfortable, plenty of power and enough truck 🛻 for my needs…
All the best
Lou from Miami, Florida
Glad you weren't seriously hurt. And happy you got another (newer) model. Take care and keep safe! 💯😊
@@imzaq7 Thank you
Great review as usual 👍
I guess the only thing I would have wanted for this would be a built in brake controller.
Cheers
What a popular segment! Wish Honda had updated the interior like the Pilot. They have a tough time deviating from their plan.
The Pilot was full redesign 2023.
The Ridgeline was another refresh.
But if not redesign it definitely needed refresh updated instrument cluster. The wider armrest. We have 1st Generation Ridgeline in family.
But I was waiting for full redesign but it became clear it was not happening.
So a new Ridgeline was not a replacement for the 07 Ridgeline in family. It would be replacing my 00 Acura 3.2TL sedan with low mileage. I then went to my alternative plan would be to get Honda Pilot Elite. It has the features I would have wanted in redesign Ridgeline.
Will get soon but we just purchased new car in family 2 weeks ago. In family but not household. We bought 2024 Civic Hatchback Sport.
I’ve had a Maverick for over two years and it is terrific. Tows our boat. Gets 33MPG with Ecoboost AWD on the highway.
Best mid-size truck for the money today. I love the dash with real switches... and the high degree of standard equipment. But the best thing about the Ridgeline? IT"S A HONDA! Reliability beyond belief, and more comfort than any pickup built today. It's the Best of the bunch, without a doubt.
I have an older Ridgeline. I like it because the size reminds me of a Dakota I had when I was a young man. This truck has ruined me to other trucks. It’s just the right size- not too big and not too small. The magic seats opens up the cabin for more storage. The trunk carries my straps, bungee cords and my son’s athletic equipment without using the interior space. The rear tailgate opening two ways means; I don’t have to bend over the tailgate to grab a heavy load. Too much common sense was engineered into this truck. I’ll get a newer one eventually… Mine has been very reliable.
Owned many vehicles in my 79 years and own lexus corvette and passat and a new Maverick hybrid and the xlt model I have is a star. Good seats for comfort and mpg tops
Zack makes a point I’ve been saying for years. They should have taken the MDX/RLX hybrid system and put it in the pilot/passport/Ridgeline/odyssey. Maybe tone down the power and focus on fuel economy some.
I waited 505 days for my hybrid Maverick to get delivered after I ordered it. Don't get disappointed Zack for not being able to buy your review model right away.
Such a nice mid-size truck, but I never see any on the roads in the Toronto area. A relative has had one for 12 years with little to no issues.
your relative has one from pre-cylinder deactivation era. No two apples are the same. The new V6's are infamous for failing before 200k if you drive on highway (cruising speed) often. Most people who have "no problems" with the current ones haven't even hit 150k yet to have a legitimate opinion.
@@PWCDNI have a 2006 myself and no problems. 😬 Agree regarding cylinder deactivation. I'll take my 15 MPG city instead thank you very much!🤔🤫🤪
I have a 2021 Black Edition. I have no complaints, it’s the perfect vehicle for someone who doesn’t really need a full sized pick up but still want the versatility of a truck bed and light towing capability. Most full sized truck owners don’t tow anything and don’t really need full size pick up. The new trail sport looks cool, but I’m going to wait to see what Honda has in store for a full re-tool of the Ridgeline hopefully in the near future.
The way the tailgate works reminds me of some station wagon of old
Yes
Well, it has more in common with a station wagon than a truck.
And the original Honda passport, and Isuzu trooper and Lexus GX....
We just bought one! Love it but I liked the back on the older models better. Always loved the “H” and the chrome on the rear.
When comparing to Ford ranger Honda reliability makes it a better choice! In US middle to high $40,000 range is a better value than Chevy with the terrible 4-cylinder engine or Nissan based on fuel economy although Nissan out trucks them all in power. Toyota equals in reliability but is smaller on the inside and cost more. Great points on features and benefits as usual, great show as always!
Have you 2 reviewed the Nissan frontier pro 4x? I’m thinking about buying that model.
Bought a second hans 2019 Ridgeline Touring in 2021. Soooo comfortable when we drive from Québec city to Gatineau to visit our son's family. Easily do 9 li/100km
Im looking at that year model 2019 with 6 speed auto. How was it? What mileage are u now with your ridge?
I've got the 6 speed auto and no issues after 66k.
Honda has issued an extended warranty for the torque converter (as well as the injectors).
I'm a little worried that I won't put on a lot of km's and the extended warranty will time out before the problem occurs on my Ridgeline.
Other than that I've been really happy with mine. Actually had one of the old style Ridgelines before and may well buy another... but will wait until the next generation.
Engine sound gooooood
I traded my Maverick hybrid for a Ridgeline RTL and I actually enjoy this more. I miss the gas mileage but the build quality of the Honda really sold me.
I did just the opposite because of the gas mileage...😅
Cool 😎 Video 😊😎🇺🇲
A Ridgeline Type S would be nice (in my dreams!) lol!
This is so far the only Honda that I can pass its look!
That sound is VTEC baby
V6 N/A is quite appealing in the used marketplace, for me at least. It’ll all come down to price between a Frontier, Ridgeline, or a non-turbo v6 F150 with the 6 speed.
I love the Tundra commercial in the middle of a Ridgeline review? Accident? On purpose?
I know the Ridgeline has the updated V6. I don’t have the Ridgeline but I do have my 2013 Accord V6. It still has the torque and horsepower it had when I bought it new. It currently has 235,799 miles and no rust anywhere including on
the original exhaust and shocks. It is and has been a great car.
The Ridgeline is FAST
If I was looking for another truck, this is the only one I would consider. Comfort, AWD, V6, reg fuel, not too big, Magic Seat, trunk, 2-way tailgate, Honda reliability. I don't tow, so this one is a no brainer. I've had Fords - enough said. Thanks for another great review.
I own a 2018 RTL Ridgeline. At 96k my transmission failed. Honda had to replace it. 13 thousand dollars and 4 month wait to source one. My fuel injectors went and had to be replaced. Also they extended the warranty on select parts by a year due to known issues. There was a known transmission issue with my model year. Also both swing arms had to be replaced. Multiple recalls as well. Still, it is a great riding vehicle. I would likely buy another based on how comfortable it rides and its utility. The transmission was replaced by Honda. I was lucky and had 10 days left on my warranty.
That ZF 9HP automatic is never going to get my vote. The engine is great and you won't find its refinement anywhere else in the segment. But it's old, has a timing belt, and fuel efficiency is mid, as the younglings say. I'd give up some of the trunk space for a hybrid battery option.
Nothing is perfect but car & driver magazine claims ZF transmissions are the best available.
@@billurban1581 The longitudinal 8-speed 8HP is awesome. The transverse 9-speed 9HP has had its problems.
Wow, I'll keep my 2006 bought new. 🤔🙄😬
Is the V6 still a timing belt that needs to be replaced as a maintenance item? I agree with Zack that there needs to be more cheap trucks on the market for basic use. (My current 2010 Chevy Colorado w/regular cab and windup windows, 4 cyl is a perfect example for the type of truck I'd like to find again for work around the house. All the new midsized trucks are huge compared to the past ones and concentrate more on the interior comforts rather than the exterior functionality, all have a big cab and a smaller bed now.)
Good idea comparing Ridgeline and tacoma's numbers!
Does ‘24 have front facing camera for a 360 degree camera view?
One big missed point: the Honda is superior in build quality that the Ford. Not even close. The Honda engine has proven itself over 18 years.
Have always liked the looks and interior of the 2nd gen Ridgeline. Only downside is towing.
A & Z, My neighbor likes the Taco But He said that the Headlights look like they're Crying 😭 with the Black Trim below the Headlights. Waiting for the Ridgeline AWD V-6 Trailsport 🇺🇲.
Potholes and flooding, can the Ridgeline handle both here in Houston??
We currently own a Ridgeline and a Tacoma. Ridgey is more comfortable, Taco is better at pulling our RPod trailer. Was ready to buy the 2024 Ridgeline Trailsport but it does not have the in box power outlet. Deal killer because we like it for camping. Also - didn't like tires.
Now probably going to buy a Tacoma Hybrid....if they every get inventory.
Fuel management system ?
My guess is the tailgate can't be damped as it has the swing-open option.
The Ridgeline for the win! Less plastic fantastic. Reliabl ity is better I would guess. Ram has a trick tailgate that has a 60/40 split swing. Sad they swapped the price point of the Hybrid as 2nd to the 2.0 engine.
Great vehicle.I’ve had 3 and am looking forward to number 4. If you tow more than 5000 lbs. you need a full size truck.
Our a midsized truck. Our just a truck. Ridgeline barely tows more than the Honda Odyssey. Honda pilot tows 5k as well. It's a pilot with the back cut off.
Love everything about it except the push button shifter (surprised you guys didn't speak to that) and the gas mileage. Not in the market but this will be in my top 5 (and the only pickup) when they get a hybrid.
I agree with you on the push button shifter - they are all shift by wire now but the response timing on Honda's push button is so SLOW and when you are trying to back a trailer up and you are blocking traffic while doing so - the push button is not user friendly it needs to have a gear shift and they need to increase the response when shifting from D to R - you literally are giving it gas before the transmission engages in the gear you are trying to put it in
Another great review! What I would have liked: a new version based on the Pilot unlike the current Passport base with the Honda 10-speed auto, 360 camera, more ground clearance (7.6 for the Trailsport is way too low) modern infotainment. $60k missing these features is a hard pill to swallow.
2025 Ridgeline will be getting the 10spd auto and the new V6 that is in the pilot.
@@fnBASStard Hoping so!
It’s crazy to think that I had a 360 camera on my 2008 infinity ex35. I don’t get why it’s not standard in the 20’s models
Still has the empty slot for the CD player. I'd option that in, if they still offered it...
Im really considering a RL if lI'm honest with myself this is all the truck I need. love the fact that it doesn't have a Turbo and rather has a V6 NA which equals reliability. And also, I'm not sure if I would be comfortable rock climbing with my brand new 60K off-road truck/SUV so who am kidding. If I really want to go off-roading I would just buy an used 2005 Jeep Wrangler and tow it with my super comfortable Ridgeline truck.
How would you compare the Ridgeline to the new Tacoma? Fuel economy, towing/capacity, comfort, etc? Which would you and Zack choose?
I am a bit surprised that Motormouth never mentioned that Honda is still using a timing belt. I have a 2008 Honda Odyssey van that requires a "maintenance" replacement every few years costing about $2,000 every 6 years. I love the van but it makes me wonder why they stick with the timing belt.
Honda makes good cars but you are right Honda needs to get rid of the Timing Belts and eliminate the $900 repair bill at 100,000 miles. they already want you to change the rear differential fluid at roughly 15,000 miles not sure why they require this non of my toyotas ever wanted me to change this fluid until about 100,000 miles according to the Toyota dealer I went to. Which I have owned 5 or 6 toyotas and put over 100.000 miles on 1 of them and all the rest I put over 75,000 miles on them
I think a 360 camera should be on at least one model! Pilot has cameras all over the Trailsport, why not the Ridgeline?
You answered your own question at 9:10.
They can’t dampen the tailgate AND have it swing out to the side.
It’s one or the other. Honda chose “ the other “.
I think "the other" was the right choice. If someone has to have a dampened tailgate because it's " too heavy", then they are probably too weak (or lazy) to load the bed anyway.
I am looking for a mid size truck when it comes to deciding, reliability comes down first. Something the ford ranger nor the mavericks don’t have.
My coworker has one of these (I think it is about 3 years old now) and loves it. Gives the utility of a small truck, which typical Honda reliability. The only thing I'd like to see (at least with the TrailSport trim) is increased ground clearance.
Love my 23' Ridgeline, such a great daily driver. Yes Andrea, a 360 camera should at least be an option. Do you think the Maverick will be as reliable over time?
On my second Ridgeline lease. Such a comfortable daily driver and it is really great on long trips. The perfect truck for most people that aren't towing a lot. I didn't see enough difference in the 24 over the 23 so got a great deal on last years model.
Sad they omitted the rain sensing wipers that's available in the Canada spec RL.
One point about the Maverick - it is not AWD here in the US. That’s kind of a deal breaker for me.
V-SIXXINESS! 😆 Webster and Google dictionary, please update!
To me, pick up trucks are a working truck not like a SUV or a cars. I guess Zack would buy this one. 😆 😉 Great show Andrea! ☕️☕️
Urban “ artist types “ don’t need real trucks
.. to carry vegetarians meals :)
@@reserva120cargo vans are much better for work the majority of the time.
For information, if the back window gets shattered, Honda dealers will not replace it, nor will any auto glass replacement company. It has to go to the body shop, as the interior has to be removed to get to all of the bolts and wires.
I work for speedy glass and no we don’t touch the Ridgelines.
That's why I rarely use mine although I understand it could break in many other ways! 2006!🤔🤫😬
The 9 speed ZF transmission in my 2017 Pilot cratered after 75,000 miles. I would be cautious unless Honda you can confirm that Honda has addressed the issues with the 9 speed.
I had a 2007 Ridgeline which was a great car but very thirsty...
Unfortunately that foot emergency brake sticks out way to far and hits my leg in an uncomfortable spot. Was hoping they went to an e brake but nope
These are a great little truck. I looked for a used one but pricing was just too high. I went with an 2016 F150 4x4 with the 2.7 eco boost instead with a 100k one owner for $30K. Seems like I am getting the same gas mileage as my friends Ridgeline. But the elephant in the room the price of these now are over $60K new and at 7.49% over 84 months your paying $75 thousand bucks. Awesome review !!!!
That is in Canadian and event then top model is $59000 and not $75000. I have no idea where you got the $75K Canadian from? In US they are $45000 for top trim while other trucks are base $60000-$65000 and up from there, so for most people this truck works out great because many never even take it off road and this one in Trailsport trim does great on regular overlanding, it's just not rock crawling but it is not trying to be.
They were saying that the total price of you include the interest charged to you when you finance your payments. The lender charges you interest, which if it's 7%< you are paying that interest on top of the listed price you agree to pay.
Also, Canada's prices are more (in Canadian dollars) because the Canadian dollar is roughly 70% of the value of the American dollar.
@@savethisforlaterI see, but, again, in US other trucks, true trucks, are $20k-$50k more than Ridgeline yet most of them are never driven with very heavy loads or on truly rough terrain . I can see this pickup as perfect for for probably 50-70% of drivers. If it wasn't for my garage length and fact that I need room for large kennel and sometimes three of them, would totally get it instead of Passport. So many guys that I know get tough trucks with poor MPG and brag about it then never ever take them off-roading. My son is one of them 😂 ( minus bragging) but keeps it pristine and would get heart attack if rock would ding it. Tacoma has cramped cabin and Dealers add over msrp in US, so I just feel that this is good deal for current times.
I'm not arguing that prices haven't increased but I paid around $55k for my Ridgeline Touring in 2018 so $5K increase for the current top model (Touring model no longer available) isn't totally unreasonable.
That said, I took a look at this refresh model... The new armrest / storage seems a little flimsy compared to the previous version. Also the individual armrests on the prior model could be adjusted.
The in-bed speaker system has been deleted. Perhaps people didn't use it but Honda could have replaced it with something else like a 360 camera.
Some cost cutting it seems.
Good Lord, Honda Canada with its insane pricings. Are they going mad?…
Our dollar is in the toilet, in case you haven't noticed.
Zack. You’re not comparing the Maverick Lariat hybrid with a Ridgeline I hope. It can barely tow and no awd for still a high price. And the mpg greatly diminishes in Canadian winters. It’s just not a comparable
Only thing I don’t like about the Honda V6s are the timing belts
Tell us more, please. What’s your dislike with the timing belt? (I have the same 3.5L in my ‘14 MDX).
@@svenhodaka9145All Hondas have timing belts as opposed to timing chains, which other manufacturers have. Belts need replacing somewhere around 160K and are an expensive repair. If you don’t change the belt or belts and a break happens, the engine most likely will be destroyed.
@@joeimbesi5361 ok Thanks. I had mine changed at 150k and asked to keep the parts. No visual concerns. I’ll change it again at 300k. In comparison, the chains will stretch as they wear and sometimes guides break. The belts don’t stretch but with an interference engine (Honda 3.5L) a broken belt is catastrophic.
Same here I dont like honda v6 with timing belt. I'll be fine if its rear wheel drive so that I'll have a good space to diy the belt. My 2016 crv 130k km has timing chain.
If Honda had done the Trailsport like Subaru with their Wilderness models and gave the Ridgeline about 10” inches of ground clearance from the factory, I would’ve considered trading my Tacoma. But since Honda only sells them with street ground clearance, I’ll wait & see how the new Tacoma Hybrid does and see if the new Gen Ridgeline ever comes out. 😕
2025 some will have more ground clearance
I'll consider one when they come with a 6 ft bed - I don't like the bed extender cage gimmick
Wait for the new model. Time for a hybrid.
Hi all - I have two kids (5 & 2) who come along with car seats, and STUFF. I don't want a full size truck as I don't need its capabilities, size and fuel costs. etc. Will my kids be comfortable in the back, or will I regret buying this one? My gut is telling me I should get a Honda Pilot, but I really want a bed and ability to tow.
Your in luck, great room in the back same as the pilot
Sorry Zack. The only base model truck available is a Tonka truck...(sandbox not included). 😂
I wonder why America gets 4 trims and we get 3 in Canada
I learned Zack's last name is Auto, today.
Please tell Honda to spend more money on improving noise isolation.
Honda needs to put the Amber Turn Lamps BACK on the tail lamps like they have on the other models …it had them the first model year??
The only thing these are missing is better ground clearance and a better stereo system, and camera system
honda has a resale or trade in advantage
Jim Farley, CEO of Ford, says the new "cheap vehicle" or base priced models are their CPO used vehicles. The base, stripped-down models are gone.
I thought Toyota's working on the compact truck... whenever it would be 😅
I could tell she wants to talk over him but holds back. anyways. I love my honda ridgeline 2024 trailsport, it the truck 90 percent of american's need and also the truck most people are looking for in a midsize. My only complaint is I wish they did a 1in lift on the trailsport model. just to give it a more offroad capable vehicle. I mean they did stamp Trailsport on it
Wow cars are expensive in Canada.
Yup, it’s painful with the current $CAN:$USD exchange rate of 1.36!
$10,000CAN = $7,350USD
We make more and generally pay similar taxes. Canadians have a much higher standard for living and living.
@@markwatts1101 oh it’s gettin real now 😆 🇺🇸
Traded in my Tacoma for the Ridgeline. RL is better by far. Ya'll need to get out of your Taco shell.
I would love to combine Tacoma’s exterior styling with Ridgeline’s comfort.
Just add air suspensions to the Tacoma! The Tacoma is made for offroad
@@alanmay7929it's not going to make the interior of the Tacoma Any bigger
Its comfort is due to the unibody design so unfortunately you won't get that on the Tacoma body on frame build. Both designs have their pros & cons.
@5:20 LOL almost described Montreal roads so no need to be living in a nasty part of the world to enjoy the Ridgeline!
We have a Ridgeline and love it. I think the update is actually a little meh. The stamped tailgate doesn't look that great, I prefer the captains chairs in the front over the console, and the "digital" gauge cluster isn't anything to write home about. The only thing I noticed that was nice is they FINALLY added ventilated seats to the Black Edition (just like the Pilot), but they STILL missed out on including power folding mirrors. It is pretty wide and that would help so much when backing into the garage.
My Trailsport has power folding mirrors and likely the BE does too.
@@itsbusyish Our pre-refresh does not. We are also not in Canada and I know Honda offers different features there.