The Ridgeline is the truck (and it is a truck) that 90% of suburban truck buyers really need rather than an F-150, Ram, Chevy, Tacoma, etc. but don’t realize it. Great ride, MPG, decent bed and clever storage, and generous towing capacity… what’s not to like?
The Honda Ridgeline is the best midsize pickup period. No other truck in the category has the ride and utility of the Honda . In reality nobody takes midsized trucks off road. Nobody tows motorhomes. Nobody carries coils of steel in the bed. What midsized truck owners do is commute, tow utility trailers, carry their quads/motorbikes. The Ridgeline is the best truck for those uses. There are some people who equate body of frame (old tech) as being required… not the smartest bunch as that technology should be reserved for the 1 ton + real work trucks.
I have had 3 of them and I love them, I will not buy anything else, love the ride, I haul a ton of wood pellets with no problems but the ride is superb 😎
Nice video. I currently have a 2011 F150 Raptor which is just awesome, but I do get tired of having to deal with it’s size when parking and even at home. I’m at 195k and it runs amazing, but I think my next move is a Ridgeline. My ego will have to get over it and hopefully my testosterone levels survive the change! 😂
You'll be fine. I had three Gen 2 Ford Lightnings in a row and eight Ford trucks total before getting the Ridgeline and I like the Ridgeline better. I had 1400lbs of building materials in the bed to build my steps and could barely tell anything was in it. The trunk is great for carrying my dirty ATV riding gear and gas can without taking up bed space while hauling my ATV. The Ridgeline is a great comfortable vehicle and like you said, bigger trucks are a pain to park, the Ridgeline is stress free driving.
Very good video. I am currently shopping for a truck and this one is a front runner. The more I hear about it the more I like it. Thanks for the video, very helpful.
As someone who drives German cars, I want a quiet ride with the ability to pickup things from the big box stores on occasion. A quiet ride is a must and this seems to fit well. I definitely don't want to maneuver or park a giant truck in parking garages.
I have a ridgeline. Excellent truck. What I hear all the time is… it’s not a truck!that’s what old guys get” me: “yeah exactly it’s wisdom, they’ve had the so called real truck they know what you actually need, the ridgeline is practical, efficient & will still be running when that half ton truck you have is dust”
Great video. Love my '23 RTL. I've owned (5) 1/2 ton trucks and (2) full size suvs since the early 2000s and none of them can even come close to the ride and practicality of this ridgeline. I've towed with all of them, from waverunners to car trailers and boats. Once I didn't need the 5,000lb+ tow capacity I decided to go test drive a Ridgeline to "rule it out" before I test drove the Tacoma, GM twins, Frontier, and Ranger.... I didn't make off the lot, I bought the RL that day and traded in my 2020 F150. I've since towed my 3,500lb boat/motor/trailer all over the ozarks since then and this RL is all the truck I need. Fun note: my 1997 F150 only had a tow rating of 800lbs more than my 2023 Ridgeline.. and the RL has more HP, TQ, more gears, and larger & better brakes.
My wife and I love our 2023 RTL Ridgeline. This truck is awesome for hauling and towing, and it is great in ice and snow! The AWD is great the ride is awesome very comfortable on a trip. I could go on and on!!
I was set on a Tacoma. Drove everything. Bought the Ridgeline RTL-E. I drive long distances. I am an Ironman and avid hiker and camper. I make the Home Depot and Ikea runs. I tow a camper. The Ridgeline is better than the mid-size competition. The AWD is fantastic. The MPG is good. No more comfortable mid-size.
Great video! We have a 2023 Black Edition. Love it! We came over from a 2018 Toyota Tacoma Sport. That was a great truck, but I didn’t use it for what it was made. Knocked my knees every time I would get in and out on the steering column. Never tow anything over a couple thousand pounds, and the only off roading we would do is dirt roads. The Ridgeline just fits our family better. Love the in bed trunk, the rear seat a/c and heating vents. More safety features than I’d ever hoped for. The ride of the vehicle. The capless gas tank. The seating positions, especially the adjustability of the drivers seat…and the list goes on and on. Don’t let the haters get on your nerves too much. There will always be riff between brands and models. Keep up the great content! I for one appreciate it!
It’s The Swiss Army Knife of pickup trucks. I just noticed the Colorado has NO fold down armrest in back an no map pockets behind the seats. Honda gives you a lot for the money
@@parkwayclassics8443 I agree. You get a lot. The only things that I really wish it had was 360 camera view, I wish the U.S. models had vented seats for the summertime. Other than that, it tics every box for our family. Really enjoying the heated steering wheel, windshield, and seats. Enjoy the 3.5 mm aux input in the center storage that folks forget about. Enjoy the bed audio in the summer at the drive in. We also enjoy the “trunk” much more than we originally thought. Holds a bunch of groceries without them sliding around the bed. I like that the steering wheel shakes if you are in lane departure mode, and doesn’t just flash a little light, and beep. I like the placement of the blind spot monitoring light as well. Lots of likes with this truck!
@@jeffgass89- The trunk in great for carrying dirty atv riding gear and gas cans without putting the dirty gear in the cab or gas cans taking up bed space. 😉
Ridgeline is the best mid size truck on the market. Most who bash it have no experience with it what so ever. I’ve had 5. I pull a two place 19 ft enclosed snowmobile trailer with sleds with zero issues. I’ve also pulled a 21 ft 4200 lb camper with no issues. Most dependable trucks I’ve ever owned.
Fantastic video with insight. For the life of me I can't understand why people get on a platform just to comment negatively. I have a 2018 RTL-E, and love it. I brought as an everyday driver just like you explained, with occasional haul pickups from Lowes and Home Depot. I've watched your videos on your upgrade updates and liked them. Keep putting out good content sir.
I have a 2016.still love it. Honestly it is the truck ha probably 90% of people really need. I thought the trunk was gonna be a joke but use it all the time. Also love the tailgate. Makes loading heavy objects much easier.
I am based in Nigeria and I am thinking of buying a used 2017 Ridgeline am kinda worried about the transmission what would you advice me on maintaining it. The Gen 1 Ridgeline lines have no issue in Nigeria
I got a 2017, which I bought in July 2016. So I have had it for almost 7 and half years with about 155000 miles. I have had minimal problems, and I can go when needed. I don't tow much, so 5000 lbs work for me, but it's excellent for Home Depot/Lowes runs and traveling. I have a tonneau cover, which is perfect for traveling. What I would complain about the most is that the bed needs to be deeper, but it works 90 % of the time for what I use it for.
I had a 2011 for 10 years and loved it. I needed a half ton for towing, else I would have kept the RL. Great little trucks! That dual function tailgate is a game changer. Great video!
Let the haters hate my friend. Glad you have thick skin! This is the perfect truck for people who don't need a heavy duty hauler - which includes most of the over-compensaters (U know who U be)
We've been Honda owners since 1989. I watched all the way through. I like these trucks. I like your choice of wheel. I always wish I had kept my '93 S-10. The same with the El Camino I once had. They are really all the truck I ever needed. I found out over time that the only time I ever needed a truck was when I didn't have one, so I've kept one ever since I had that revelation. This truck fits the bill. Thanks for sharing.
Love what this TRUCK has to offer which is huge. Not at all a truck guy, but sold on the new style with the square front end. 😊Buying a used Honda Ridgeline 2021/2022 in the next year and very excited about it. Thank you for the great video.
I had an opportunity to drive a 2021 Ridgeline Sport as a rental for two weeks. I wish that I had seen this video prior to my first drive. I was very impressed with the handling, driving experience, and fuel economy of this truck and would seriously consider buying one as my next pickup truck.
Appreciate the video, I have a 23 RTL-E for 14 months already, I had installed an Undercover Ultra Flex trifold tonneau cover which fits and looks great, installed electric brake controller (pre-wired by Honda) I tow a 22 foot travel trailer it doesn't buck and bounce like some of the other trucks I've towed with even though I'm using a similar weight distributing hitch set-up, "very smooth ride while towing" I've pulled some substantial long hill climbs while towing at close to Max weight 4,000 lbs. plus on the trailer it does a great job!
Great video and nice truck! I’m considering a Ridgeline for my next vehicle. I’m like you, the vast majority of my driving is highway driving either commuting hauling the family around with an occasional need for a truck bed or towing a trailer.
I had a 07 ridgeline sport. Put 230000 miles on it and the most repair maintenance is a replacement alternator @ the 200K mark. Sold it to my neighbor and its now at 300K. My replacement is a 2019 sport (never liked leather seats) and now have 130K on it. I am thinking about getting a 23 or 24 model and this video helped show me what the difference are between the two models. Dont know if I will but thank you for this great video.
Its a great truck for what 99 percent people actually use trucks for. Advantages are ride quality and interior space which, if you think about it, is important considering the vast majority of truck owners never leave the pavement. I'm always amazed how tight trucks like the Tacoma and Colorado feel on the inside. The bed size is sufficient for what most people use it for as is the trucks towing capacity. Its really a great option for the vast majority of potential truck owners.
I'm picking up a 2024 Black Edition later this week. I went with the BE mainly just for the styling. I'm not a fan of chrome and the blacked out look is just my taste. I plan on keeping this truck for the duration so I'm happy to have the extra comfort features as well. I'm actually glad to get one of these with this old school powertrain because it will be extremely dependable for decades if properly cared for.
Great job on the video 👍 Watched you here in Canada. 🇨🇦 I think the wheels you have on it are awesome in comparison to the stocks. I’ll be looking for more coverage by you. Thanx
I bought a 2021 Ridgeline RTLE brand new. I enjoy it. Have towed small campers, my utility trailer filled with my ATV etc.. I take it deer hunting here in Missouri and treat it like a truck. As far as I'm concerned it's a truck, just comfortable. And I've had full and mid sized Fords, Dodge and Chevy. Does the same thing those did only rides better. I am satisfied so far after 40k miles. The only draw back is it is expensive to do some preventative maintenance like fluid changes. But overall I'm very satisfied.
Great vid. I love my 2022 RTL-E. It's actually my second Ridgeline. I previously owned a 2017 for 5 years and never had any issues with it. The only reason I traded it in was because I liked the aesthetics of the new version.
I bought a 2022 Outback, which is a fantastic vehicle by the way, but it's not a truck. Looking to trade laterally to the Ridgeline. Thank you for the great information, sir.
Thank you for such a great video you and the fast lane truck and several other folks love Honda Ridgeline I pray they expand their model line and give us total of 20 different models and more engine and transmission combos variety is the spice of l i f e thank you and I will be watching more videos on
Nice truck, I have a 2007 456000 miles great truck I have a full-size F150 for towing my equipment around. I love it and I need to replace it it's rusting out. Thanks for the review.
Some folks picture a truck as being big, lifted, and loaded with features like huge tires and a powerful engine, priced at a hefty $85k. But in reality, most of the time (around 80-90%), it's just used for regular driving, with some owners never even using it to tow anything. Everyone has different needs when it comes to trucks. It seems like some people mix up the idea of masculinity with owning a big truck. I believe the Ridgeline is the ideal option for those seeking comfort, easy maneuverability, and practicality.
Don’t worry about that guy. I have a 2023 Black Edition and it is the best daily driver and trip truck I have ever owned. Now, Honda doesn’t make tow mirrors, brake controllers, or offer a tow haul mode and I knew that when I bought it. I also have a full sized Titan to tow our travel trailer.
the ridgeline is a truck for people who want an occasional truck but prefers to drive a car. the car/truck can do most truck things including towing a small boat or camper.
I got a $395 down, $395 a month deal on a 23 RTL-E. Overall happy with the vehicle, especially with the deal I got. Traded in a Venza lease early so can't complain when compared to what I would haven't gotten on a tacoma.
I traded my 17 Line for a 24 Passport to better accommodate my son's special needs. If I was just shopping for myself I would jump all over the new 24 RL TrailSport. That is a beautiful truck.
Just took delivery of my RTL-E on 12-13- 23 had researched it for a time, accessorized it to the max. It is so relaxing to road trip in sounds nuts but I chose the E for the up graded stereo 540 w ,wicked ,it’s early love this thing , no regrets
Why bother those haters… there are everywhere… obviously most of them never owned a Ridgeline and don’t know what truck definition means 😊. Love it … best rides ever. Great video.
I’ve always said, it’s your money so buy what you want/need, I’ve never understood why people feel the need to cut down what someone else decided to buy. Your Ridgeline looks sharp, I say drive it and enjoy it. And no I don’t own one, I drive a full size truck because it fits my needs.
Different strokes for different folks. Nothing wrong with that. In an ideal world I’d love a Tundra but the Ridgeline is more than suitable for my needs…
Just bought a 2019 AWD RTLE and I love it. It will do everything I need it too. Plus Honda reliability is a huge plus. I’ve seen more 150,000 mile Ridgelines then I can count.
Love my 2021 RTLE: proximity key locks the tailgate as well, and I can carry 48 inch drywall flat, unlike my Tacoma. Handles so well, and 25mpg on road trips is easily acheivable
Had mine since 2017. Damn thing is a tank… never had an issue and all around great truck. Had a 99 Dodge Ram 1500 for 10 years and the first year was nothing but problems.
Have a 2020 RTL-E. Love it. Haul two dirt bikes in it all the time, but still small enough to fit in the garage, and the BIG PLUS is my wife loves to drive it, which really improves the versatility around the house. The in bed trunk is amazing, interior is comfortable with kids in the back, which I don't think we could say about a compact truck. Yes, many are confused about this truck. It would seem impossible that this truck is larger than a Tacoma and has a higher payload, but it does. Is it as capable as a F150? No, but it's not a full sized truck. A Tacoma can't carry or two what a F150 does, either, so I don't know why you'd even compare. The full sized trucks suck to park and can't fit in the garage. I have zero need for any more than the Ridgline offers.
I could live with unibody, independent suspension, V6 only, reduced towing capacity etc. I just wish they would put a manual transmission on it. I’m liking how the ridge line is starting to look.
I personally wouldn't own a Honda Ridgeline. But, I watched this video through and through, and I'm impressed. I still wouldn't get one. But, honestly, most people buy midsized or full sized trucks, and they don't use them for their intended purpose. Realistically, the Ridgeline will suffice.
I had a 2021 sport. I loved it. The only reason I traded it is because it had manual adjustment seats, and I could never find a comfortable setting. If I had gotten an RTL with the leather electric seats like my wife's Pilot, I would have kept it.
I got my Ridgeline in 2017 one of the first ones to come out it has 165000 miles on it and has never let me down I am a traveling mechanic and have all my tools and suitcases with me the comfort, reliability and still getting 25 to the gal on the freeway its the best truck I ever had.
Great review! Internet bullying is a fact of life. I just ignore them! Didn’t know about the automatic park when you turn off vehicle which is a great feature! I am planning on getting a Ridgeline in a couple years. I do want heated hearing wheel as here in the Midwest an excellent feature during the winter months.
I did my research. Wanted a pickup that I can fit in my garage. Was reliable and affordable. Not too small or ugly like the Maverick. So on a windy day right after Thanksgiving. I test drove and bought the 2023 RTL. For the price and my needs it's the best truck. There's so much I like about it. Especially the large storage in the bed. I didn't want to wait for the 2024. Because they took away the arm rest. And I got 2k off with 2.9% for 60 months. You wouldn't believe how many people talked about it. Most don't need a full size truck. And I took off VCM and the start stop which I hated. I could careless about the haters. Because they never drove one. And I love how you don't see them everywhere.
Thanks for the informative video. Unfortunately, we live in a time where people always have something to say otherwise. People only listen to someone just enough to formulate a response. If most truck buyers were totally honest about what their needs are when buying a truck, there would undoubtedly be more trucks like the Ridgeline on the roads than any full-size truck. Most people who buy full-size trucks will never use them to their full capabilities, i.e. towing, payload, and off-road prowess. I'm currently in the market for a truck and the Ridgeline is on the shortlist, and I'm confident it will suit my everyday needs, just as my 2004 Ford Explorer has done for the past 18 years.
True. There are people who might actually need an F-150 and the like for heavy towing and rough terrain, but for most suburbanites who want a pickup, the Ridgeline does everything they need and in some cases better than other pickups.
Honda is a brilliant company. And. They don't just make vehicles. I feel if they really wanted too, they can improve on the cons on this truck and even make it more off road compatible and towing capacity and give it better or at least equal par to Toyota Tacoma. Honda is that good and well respected. In my opinion it depends on what you're looking for. Overall, this is a very nice and good truck. This truck I think in later future models will only get better and more powerful.
I've owned a 2006 Ridgeline RTL since 2010. Rusting up now. Oil leak. Headliner falling down. NAV system stopped working 5 years ago. But an incredibly dependable and unique vehicle that's still on the road with less than 200K on the clock. I love all the haters. They just don't get it.
I own a 2021 Black edition Ridgeline. Looking in the spring to trade it for 2024 Radiant red metallic Black edition. Going look great have red interior stitching matching the red exterior.
Good video, that was a good summary of the RL's features. As a 2019 RTL-E owner, here's a summary of it's bugs: 1. Transmission. Once you hit around 40-60k in that thing, there's a high probability that you'll have problems with the torque-converter... I don't think it matters whether it's a 6, 9, or 10 speed. They'll do a 'triple-flush'... about $800 bucks, and yes, after flat-out telling you it's a major design-flaw, they'll still charge you. This is on top of standard tranny 'drain-and-fill' maintenance every 30k. Flushing a transmission is practically unheard of these days except under very high mileage. Honda issued an extended warranty for this, extra 4yr/48k... for first-time buyers. And, only at catastrophic failure. There is a chance that the detergent-flush will straighten things out, there is a chance it won't. If it doesn't, your shifts will jump-around as long as you drive it, without complete failure... ...Which means that the pickup I own has nigh zero trade-in value, unless the transmission is actually replaced at $8500k out-of-pocket. Whether you're a first-time buyer or not, it's pretty obvious Honda won't warranty it. 2. Motor. Mine is being recalled for 'potentially' defective piston-rod bearings, you take it to the dealership, and they'll determine whether the bearings need replacing. Somehow, I just don't see underpaid techs at these dealerships tearing all these engines apart on millions of vehicles (it's not just the RL), and replacing the bearings... I just don't. And it's my guess that there're all defective, like the torque-converters. 3. Infotainment. It uses Google OS (Android) on an underpowered system-board; it's slow, even unresponsive at times, and the Honda 'apps' are infested with nanny-controls. Oddly, Honda doesn't employ Google Maps in its navigation, but Garmin, and it's not uncommon that Google Maps will take you one way, and Garmin the other; Garmin's usually wrong... once it navigated me in nearly a complete circle, it couldn't compete the route. And sometimes it'll take you God-knows-where. 4. Tailgate. Mine didn't have a lock, I had an OEM one installed at the dealership, but they couldn't configure the lock, I had to pay a locksmith 50 mi. away to do that. Derpity-derp. But, more importantly the actuators inside the gate are made with flimsy plastic, and break. Just a heads-up. I think most of the design-elements are inspired, but over-engineered and executed on the cheap, like some European makes. Enjoy your pickup, but unload it the moment it starts to shift a little oddly (it'll get progressively worse), unless you really, really like it and want to keep it for years. Take care, and good luck.
Sorry to hear your sad tale. Thanfully, everything changed with the 2021 refresh including the ZF 9 speed which should be be very reliable. Time will tell.
I bought a 2023 Sport to tow my Ranger 185VS bass boat. Previous 2 trucks that I owned for 14 1/2 yrs ea were quad cab GMC Sierra SLE-1 with 5.7 & 5.3 RWD. I didn’t replace with GMC bc they priced themselves out of reality. 2X more what I pd in 2009 for comparable equipped GMC. I actually saved 24k by buying a sport. I wanted cloth & no sunroof. Can’t get used to button shift. The truck does fine & has plenty of pwr to tow my boat 2-3 X a week. So far so good. 3 x miles.
I’m so so close to grabbing one of these the only 2 things that are causing me to second guess myself is 1. I wish it had a 6ft box 2. I’m a bit nervous about 23% chance of a major repair in the first 5 years All the reasons people make fun of these trucks couldn’t bother me in the least , I think it’s more crazy to pay 75k for a enormous truck you don’t really need I don’t have any towing needs but I am always needing a truck to do dump loads or pick up small loads of construction material’s so it seems perfect I love the way the tailgate opens , It’s important for me to access the box easily, and the trunk in the box is so great
I think the chance of major repairs is lower than that for a 2023. The ZF 9 speed transmission is solid - the 6 speed from earlier years had problems. I forget the other issues but they have been fixed from what I’ve read.
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I have leased four Toyota Tacoma‘s and one GMC Canyon Denali and now drive a Honda Ridgeline, wish I would have gotten into a Honda sooner
same opinion. 👍
The Ridgeline is the truck (and it is a truck) that 90% of suburban truck buyers really need rather than an F-150, Ram, Chevy, Tacoma, etc. but don’t realize it. Great ride, MPG, decent bed and clever storage, and generous towing capacity… what’s not to like?
Exactly……thanks for watching
whats the mpg of this bro?
Don't worry about the haters. Keep making videos for the truck; a lot of us liked them.
The Honda Ridgeline is the best midsize pickup period. No other truck in the category has the ride and utility of the Honda . In reality nobody takes midsized trucks off road. Nobody tows motorhomes. Nobody carries coils of steel in the bed. What midsized truck owners do is commute, tow utility trailers, carry their quads/motorbikes. The Ridgeline is the best truck for those uses. There are some people who equate body of frame (old tech) as being required… not the smartest bunch as that technology should be reserved for the 1 ton + real work trucks.
Yep....Thanks for watching
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Totally agree. Might only use it for midsize ikea stuff or road bikes on weekends.
Why buy a truck unless u have a 6ft bed? I would have bought honda over toy but bought the toy for 6ft bed. I need the bed lenght every weekend
I have had 3 of them and I love them, I will not buy anything else, love the ride, I haul a ton of wood pellets with no problems but the ride is superb 😎
Nice video. I currently have a 2011 F150 Raptor which is just awesome, but I do get tired of having to deal with it’s size when parking and even at home. I’m at 195k and it runs amazing, but I think my next move is a Ridgeline. My ego will have to get over it and hopefully my testosterone levels survive the change! 😂
You'll be fine. I had three Gen 2 Ford Lightnings in a row and eight Ford trucks total before getting the Ridgeline and I like the Ridgeline better.
I had 1400lbs of building materials in the bed to build my steps and could barely tell anything was in it. The trunk is great for carrying my dirty ATV riding gear and gas can without taking up bed space while hauling my ATV. The Ridgeline is a great comfortable vehicle and like you said, bigger trucks are a pain to park, the Ridgeline is stress free driving.
I have 2019, bought it as a leftover in 2020. It's the best vehicle I've owned. Very comfortable, excellent handling and ride quality.
Very good video. I am currently shopping for a truck and this one is a front runner. The more I hear about it the more I like it. Thanks for the video, very helpful.
I am right there with you!
As someone who drives German cars, I want a quiet ride with the ability to pickup things from the big box stores on occasion. A quiet ride is a must and this seems to fit well. I definitely don't want to maneuver or park a giant truck in parking garages.
I have a ridgeline. Excellent truck. What I hear all the time is… it’s not a truck!that’s what old guys get”
me: “yeah exactly it’s wisdom, they’ve had the so called real truck they know what you actually need, the ridgeline is practical, efficient & will still be running when that half ton truck you have is dust”
Great video. Love my '23 RTL. I've owned (5) 1/2 ton trucks and (2) full size suvs since the early 2000s and none of them can even come close to the ride and practicality of this ridgeline. I've towed with all of them, from waverunners to car trailers and boats. Once I didn't need the 5,000lb+ tow capacity I decided to go test drive a Ridgeline to "rule it out" before I test drove the Tacoma, GM twins, Frontier, and Ranger.... I didn't make off the lot, I bought the RL that day and traded in my 2020 F150. I've since towed my 3,500lb boat/motor/trailer all over the ozarks since then and this RL is all the truck I need.
Fun note: my 1997 F150 only had a tow rating of 800lbs more than my 2023 Ridgeline.. and the RL has more HP, TQ, more gears, and larger & better brakes.
My wife and I love our 2023 RTL Ridgeline. This truck is awesome for hauling and towing, and it is great in ice and snow! The AWD is great the ride is awesome very comfortable on a trip. I could go on and on!!
I was set on a Tacoma. Drove everything. Bought the Ridgeline RTL-E. I drive long distances. I am an Ironman and avid hiker and camper. I make the Home Depot and Ikea runs. I tow a camper. The Ridgeline is better than the mid-size competition. The AWD is fantastic. The MPG is good. No more comfortable mid-size.
Did u drive a frontier, or colorado
Great video! We have a 2023 Black Edition. Love it! We came over from a 2018 Toyota Tacoma Sport. That was a great truck, but I didn’t use it for what it was made. Knocked my knees every time I would get in and out on the steering column. Never tow anything over a couple thousand pounds, and the only off roading we would do is dirt roads. The Ridgeline just fits our family better. Love the in bed trunk, the rear seat a/c and heating vents. More safety features than I’d ever hoped for. The ride of the vehicle. The capless gas tank. The seating positions, especially the adjustability of the drivers seat…and the list goes on and on. Don’t let the haters get on your nerves too much. There will always be riff between brands and models. Keep up the great content! I for one appreciate it!
It’s The Swiss Army Knife of pickup trucks. I just noticed the Colorado has NO fold down armrest in back an no map pockets behind the seats. Honda gives you a lot for the money
@@parkwayclassics8443 I agree. You get a lot. The only things that I really wish it had was 360 camera view, I wish the U.S. models had vented seats for the summertime. Other than that, it tics every box for our family. Really enjoying the heated steering wheel, windshield, and seats. Enjoy the 3.5 mm aux input in the center storage that folks forget about. Enjoy the bed audio in the summer at the drive in. We also enjoy the “trunk” much more than we originally thought. Holds a bunch of groceries without them sliding around the bed. I like that the steering wheel shakes if you are in lane departure mode, and doesn’t just flash a little light, and beep. I like the placement of the blind spot monitoring light as well. Lots of likes with this truck!
@parkwayclassics8443 I think I'm going to get a colorado actually been looking on Google for 2 weeks straight
@@jeffgass89- The trunk in great for carrying dirty atv riding gear and gas cans without putting the dirty gear in the cab or gas cans taking up bed space. 😉
I have 2019 Ridgeline RTL of all the trucks that I had this by far the best I have ever owned. Don't take my word drive one and see.
Ridgeline is the best mid size truck on the market. Most who bash it have no experience with it what so ever. I’ve had 5. I pull a two place 19 ft enclosed snowmobile trailer with sleds with zero issues. I’ve also pulled a 21 ft 4200 lb camper with no issues. Most dependable trucks I’ve ever owned.
Looking at a new 2023 today. I am impressed and your video has helped me in my decision making. Thank you
Fantastic video with insight. For the life of me I can't understand why people get on a platform just to comment negatively. I have a 2018 RTL-E, and love it. I brought as an everyday driver just like you explained, with occasional haul pickups from Lowes and Home Depot. I've watched your videos on your upgrade updates and liked them. Keep putting out good content sir.
Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching my videos
Thank you for your honest and up front opinion on the ridge line it has helped me to figure out if this is the right vehicle for me to get
I've had my 2023 RTL-E for about 3 months and love it. Couldn't be more happy with it.
Nice truck. The rims you put on look really nice. Always a fan of the Ridgeline, practical utility.
I have a 2016.still love it. Honestly it is the truck ha probably 90% of people really need. I thought the trunk was gonna be a joke but use it all the time. Also love the tailgate. Makes loading heavy objects much easier.
I am based in Nigeria and I am thinking of buying a used 2017 Ridgeline am kinda worried about the transmission what would you advice me on maintaining it. The Gen 1 Ridgeline lines have no issue in Nigeria
I got a 2017, which I bought in July 2016. So I have had it for almost 7 and half years with about 155000 miles. I have had minimal problems, and I can go when needed. I don't tow much, so 5000 lbs work for me, but it's excellent for Home Depot/Lowes runs and traveling. I have a tonneau cover, which is perfect for traveling. What I would complain about the most is that the bed needs to be deeper, but it works 90 % of the time for what I use it for.
How many times have you had to change the timing belt?
Just once so far, around 100000 miles@@1976axerhand
I think he changed once at 200k miles. And probably another at 200k miles. @@1976axerhand
@@1976axerhand Should have been once at 100K according to this fellow. That is one thing on the down side for me. I'd much rather have a chain.
I had a 2011 for 10 years and loved it. I needed a half ton for towing, else I would have kept the RL. Great little trucks! That dual function tailgate is a game changer. Great video!
Gotta have the right tool for the job. Too many try to do the one size fits all and that simply does not exist in the truck world.
Let the haters hate my friend. Glad you have thick skin!
This is the perfect truck for people who don't need a heavy duty hauler - which includes most of the over-compensaters (U know who U be)
We've been Honda owners since 1989. I watched all the way through. I like these trucks. I like your choice of wheel. I always wish I had kept my '93 S-10. The same with the El Camino I once had. They are really all the truck I ever needed. I found out over time that the only time I ever needed a truck was when I didn't have one, so I've kept one ever since I had that revelation. This truck fits the bill.
Thanks for sharing.
My point all along is that people should buy and enjoy the truck they need, not something they don't need.
Love what this TRUCK has to offer which is huge. Not at all a truck guy, but sold on the new style with the square front end. 😊Buying a used Honda Ridgeline 2021/2022 in the next year and very excited about it. Thank you for the great video.
Good luck and thanks for watching
I had an opportunity to drive a 2021 Ridgeline Sport as a rental for two weeks. I wish that I had seen this video prior to my first drive. I was very impressed with the handling, driving experience, and fuel economy of this truck and would seriously consider buying one as my next pickup truck.
Just bought a 2024 Honda Ridgeline Trailsport (replacing the RTL-E). Love it! Great truck!
Thanks for your review. i also have an RTL and love it after 3300 miles.
Appreciate the video, I have a 23 RTL-E for 14 months already, I had installed an Undercover Ultra Flex trifold tonneau cover which fits and looks great, installed electric brake controller (pre-wired by Honda) I tow a 22 foot travel trailer it doesn't buck and bounce like some of the other trucks I've towed with even though I'm using a similar weight distributing hitch set-up, "very smooth ride while towing" I've pulled some substantial long hill climbs while towing at close to Max weight 4,000 lbs. plus on the trailer it does a great job!
Great information Marty, my max towing has been around 2,500 pounds and I've wondered how it would do above that. Thanks for watching
I got a 2023 Colorado but I am enjoying your videos about the ridgeline. The ridgeline seems like a great choice.
21 up Ridgeline is awlay my mid truck. You can like what ever truck you preferred. Storage is awesome. THANK Sir for your review update. 👍
Great video and nice truck! I’m considering a Ridgeline for my next vehicle. I’m like you, the vast majority of my driving is highway driving either commuting hauling the family around with an occasional need for a truck bed or towing a trailer.
I had a 07 ridgeline sport. Put 230000 miles on it and the most repair maintenance is a replacement alternator @ the 200K mark. Sold it to my neighbor and its now at 300K. My replacement is a 2019 sport (never liked leather seats) and now have 130K on it. I am thinking about getting a 23 or 24 model and this video helped show me what the difference are between the two models. Dont know if I will but thank you for this great video.
Oh that setup with those factory rims look Soo good 😮
Its a great truck for what 99 percent people actually use trucks for. Advantages are ride quality and interior space which, if you think about it, is important considering the vast majority of truck owners never leave the pavement. I'm always amazed how tight trucks like the Tacoma and Colorado feel on the inside. The bed size is sufficient for what most people use it for as is the trucks towing capacity. Its really a great option for the vast majority of potential truck owners.
I have a 2020 and I absolutely love it. I had a tundra for 13 years and I would never go back.
Thank you for the walk around. I'd love to have one if I could afford it.
I haven't seen one of those NY plates in a LONG time. Brought me back.
I'm picking up a 2024 Black Edition later this week. I went with the BE mainly just for the styling. I'm not a fan of chrome and the blacked out look is just my taste. I plan on keeping this truck for the duration so I'm happy to have the extra comfort features as well. I'm actually glad to get one of these with this old school powertrain because it will be extremely dependable for decades if properly cared for.
I test drove one just yesterday. It was a burgundy/red color just sparkled in the sunlight. It was awesome. I bought it after the test drive. Love it!
Good move! Enjoy
Great job on the video 👍 Watched you here in Canada. 🇨🇦 I think the wheels you have on it are awesome in comparison to the stocks. I’ll be looking for more coverage by you. Thanx
Thanks for watching
Good video! Currently we have a 2018 RAV4 and 2004 Tacoma. Taking a hard look at a Ridgeline as the next vehicle. They are pricey I see.
I bought a 2021 Ridgeline RTLE brand new. I enjoy it. Have towed small campers, my utility trailer filled with my ATV etc.. I take it deer hunting here in Missouri and treat it like a truck. As far as I'm concerned it's a truck, just comfortable. And I've had full and mid sized Fords, Dodge and Chevy. Does the same thing those did only rides better. I am satisfied so far after 40k miles. The only draw back is it is expensive to do some preventative maintenance like fluid changes. But overall I'm very satisfied.
I just got one and I don't regret one second of it.
Great vid. I love my 2022 RTL-E. It's actually my second Ridgeline. I previously owned a 2017 for 5 years and never had any issues with it. The only reason I traded it in was because I liked the aesthetics of the new version.
I'm glad to hear they're that reliable. the 2021 refresh definitely helped the aesthetics.
I love my 2019 RTL-E. It meets my needs and rides great.
What a great informative video. Thank you.
On my second ridgeline, I love it just as I did my first. Quiet smooth and solid
Great information and Thank You for helping me make the right decision for trading in my 2016 Ford F150 for a 2024 Honda Ridgeline .
I love the practicality...I'm an electrician and am thinking this will do!
I bought a 2022 Outback, which is a fantastic vehicle by the way, but it's not a truck. Looking to trade laterally to the Ridgeline. Thank you for the great information, sir.
Thank you for such a great video you and the fast lane truck and several other folks love Honda Ridgeline I pray they expand their model line and give us total of 20 different models and more engine and transmission combos variety is the spice of l i f e thank you and I will be watching more videos on
Very Good video!!! thank you! y have one of this in Honduras Central America and its great!!!!
Thanks for watching
Keep up the great work.
Nice truck, I have a 2007 456000 miles great truck I have a full-size F150 for towing my equipment around. I love it and I need to replace it it's rusting out. Thanks for the review.
Some folks picture a truck as being big, lifted, and loaded with features like huge tires and a powerful engine, priced at a hefty $85k. But in reality, most of the time (around 80-90%), it's just used for regular driving, with some owners never even using it to tow anything. Everyone has different needs when it comes to trucks. It seems like some people mix up the idea of masculinity with owning a big truck. I believe the Ridgeline is the ideal option for those seeking comfort, easy maneuverability, and practicality.
Excellent video sir.
Don’t worry about that guy. I have a 2023 Black Edition and it is the best daily driver and trip truck I have ever owned. Now, Honda doesn’t make tow mirrors, brake controllers, or offer a tow haul mode and I knew that when I bought it. I also have a full sized Titan to tow our travel trailer.
Forget about them guys. Keep up the good. Cheers.
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I have a 2021 Ridgeline Sport with the HPD package. One of the best vehicles I have owned.
the ridgeline is a truck for people who want an occasional truck but prefers to drive a car. the car/truck can do most truck things including towing a small boat or camper.
I got a $395 down, $395 a month deal on a 23 RTL-E. Overall happy with the vehicle, especially with the deal I got. Traded in a Venza lease early so can't complain when compared to what I would haven't gotten on a tacoma.
Nice truck. Great video. Thanks for the info.
New subscriber and future Ridgeline owner. The Ridgeline is enough truck for the majority of people. 👍
Thank you very much... Beautiful TRUCK... #TEAMHONDA
I traded my 17 Line for a 24 Passport to better accommodate my son's special needs. If I was just shopping for myself I would jump all over the new 24 RL TrailSport. That is a beautiful truck.
Just took delivery of my RTL-E on 12-13- 23 had researched it for a time, accessorized it to the max. It is so relaxing to road trip in sounds nuts but I chose the E for the up graded stereo 540 w ,wicked ,it’s early love this thing , no regrets
Good stuff! Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching
Why bother those haters… there are everywhere… obviously most of them never owned a Ridgeline and don’t know what truck definition means 😊. Love it … best rides ever. Great video.
I’ve always said, it’s your money so buy what you want/need, I’ve never understood why people feel the need to cut down what someone else decided to buy. Your Ridgeline looks sharp, I say drive it and enjoy it. And no I don’t own one, I drive a full size truck because it fits my needs.
Different strokes for different folks. Nothing wrong with that. In an ideal world I’d love a Tundra but the Ridgeline is more than suitable for my needs…
@@DroneVideo0412I like those
Just bought a 2019 AWD RTLE and I love it. It will do everything I need it too. Plus Honda reliability is a huge plus. I’ve seen more 150,000 mile Ridgelines then I can count.
Good to hear. Thanks
Love my 2021 RTLE: proximity key locks the tailgate as well, and I can carry 48 inch drywall flat, unlike my Tacoma. Handles so well, and 25mpg on road trips is easily acheivable
Nice......Thanks for watching and commenting
Had mine since 2017. Damn thing is a tank… never had an issue and all around great truck. Had a 99 Dodge Ram 1500 for 10 years and the first year was nothing but problems.
Good to hear., thanks for watching....
I agree 100%. 2021 Rtle. 😊
Thanks for watching
I liked the video sir.
I love my ridgeline 130K mile in with no issues.
Have a 2020 RTL-E. Love it. Haul two dirt bikes in it all the time, but still small enough to fit in the garage, and the BIG PLUS is my wife loves to drive it, which really improves the versatility around the house. The in bed trunk is amazing, interior is comfortable with kids in the back, which I don't think we could say about a compact truck.
Yes, many are confused about this truck. It would seem impossible that this truck is larger than a Tacoma and has a higher payload, but it does. Is it as capable as a F150? No, but it's not a full sized truck. A Tacoma can't carry or two what a F150 does, either, so I don't know why you'd even compare. The full sized trucks suck to park and can't fit in the garage. I have zero need for any more than the Ridgline offers.
I could live with unibody, independent suspension, V6 only, reduced towing capacity etc. I just wish they would put a manual transmission on it. I’m liking how the ridge line is starting to look.
I personally wouldn't own a Honda Ridgeline. But, I watched this video through and through, and I'm impressed. I still wouldn't get one. But, honestly, most people buy midsized or full sized trucks, and they don't use them for their intended purpose. Realistically, the Ridgeline will suffice.
Great video my friend
I had a 2021 sport. I loved it. The only reason I traded it is because it had manual adjustment seats, and I could never find a comfortable setting. If I had gotten an RTL with the leather electric seats like my wife's Pilot, I would have kept it.
Please make more videos . Great channel.
Thanks....
I got my Ridgeline in 2017 one of the first ones to come out it has 165000 miles on it and has never let me down I am a traveling mechanic and have all my tools and suitcases with me the comfort, reliability and still getting 25 to the gal on the freeway its the best truck I ever had.
Great comments, thanks for watching. When did you do the timing belt?
Great review! Internet bullying is a fact of life. I just ignore them! Didn’t know about the automatic park when you turn off vehicle which is a great feature! I am planning on getting a Ridgeline in a couple years. I do want heated hearing wheel as here in the Midwest an excellent feature during the winter months.
the middle of the line RTL (mine) has heated seats but no heated wheel. you'll need to go up to the RTLE for a heated wheel
I did my research. Wanted a pickup that I can fit in my garage. Was reliable and affordable. Not too small or ugly like the Maverick.
So on a windy day right after Thanksgiving. I test drove and bought the 2023 RTL. For the price and my needs it's the best truck. There's so much I like about it. Especially the large storage in the bed.
I didn't want to wait for the 2024. Because they took away the arm rest. And I got 2k off with 2.9% for 60 months.
You wouldn't believe how many people talked about it. Most don't need a full size truck.
And I took off VCM and the start stop which I hated.
I could careless about the haters. Because they never drove one.
And I love how you don't see them everywhere.
You got a great deal! I installed an Idle stopper and will ultimately defeat the VCM too.
Ugly like a Maverick. Project much?
The Ridgeline is a great crossover vehicle that fits the need of quite a few people that don't need a truck but want the ability to haul or tow
Haul or tow 5000lbs, sounds like a truck to me.
Thanks for the informative video. Unfortunately, we live in a time where people always have something to say otherwise. People only listen to someone just enough to formulate a response. If most truck buyers were totally honest about what their needs are when buying a truck, there would undoubtedly be more trucks like the Ridgeline on the roads than any full-size truck. Most people who buy full-size trucks will never use them to their full capabilities, i.e. towing, payload, and off-road prowess. I'm currently in the market for a truck and the Ridgeline is on the shortlist, and I'm confident it will suit my everyday needs, just as my 2004 Ford Explorer has done for the past 18 years.
True. There are people who might actually need an F-150 and the like for heavy towing and rough terrain, but for most suburbanites who want a pickup, the Ridgeline does everything they need and in some cases better than other pickups.
Honda is a brilliant company. And. They don't just make vehicles. I feel if they really wanted too, they can improve on the cons on this truck and even make it more off road compatible and towing capacity and give it better or at least equal par to Toyota Tacoma. Honda is that good and well respected. In my opinion it depends on what you're looking for. Overall, this is a very nice and good truck. This truck I think in later future models will only get better and more powerful.
Hey beautiful truck !
Just bought a 2021 ridgeline, I like that it’s AWD and not part time 4x4 like other midsize truck. It’s for light outdoors and camping only.
Love the Pilot wheels. Looks great!
Passport EXL wheels. Thanks for watching
I've owned a 2006 Ridgeline RTL since 2010. Rusting up now. Oil leak. Headliner falling down. NAV system stopped working 5 years ago. But an incredibly dependable and unique vehicle that's still on the road with less than 200K on the clock. I love all the haters. They just don't get it.
I own a 2021 Black edition Ridgeline. Looking in the spring to trade it for 2024 Radiant red metallic Black edition. Going look great have red interior stitching matching the red exterior.
If I was going to get a mid-size truck it would definitely be the Ridgline.
Love my 2021 RTL-E.
Good video, that was a good summary of the RL's features.
As a 2019 RTL-E owner, here's a summary of it's bugs:
1. Transmission. Once you hit around 40-60k in that thing, there's a high probability that you'll have problems with the torque-converter... I don't think it matters whether it's a 6, 9, or 10 speed. They'll do a 'triple-flush'... about $800 bucks, and yes, after flat-out telling you it's a major design-flaw, they'll still charge you. This is on top of standard tranny 'drain-and-fill' maintenance every 30k. Flushing a transmission is practically unheard of these days except under very high mileage.
Honda issued an extended warranty for this, extra 4yr/48k... for first-time buyers. And, only at catastrophic failure.
There is a chance that the detergent-flush will straighten things out, there is a chance it won't. If it doesn't, your shifts will jump-around as long as you drive it, without complete failure...
...Which means that the pickup I own has nigh zero trade-in value, unless the transmission is actually replaced at $8500k out-of-pocket. Whether you're a first-time buyer or not, it's pretty obvious Honda won't warranty it.
2. Motor. Mine is being recalled for 'potentially' defective piston-rod bearings, you take it to the dealership, and they'll determine whether the bearings need replacing.
Somehow, I just don't see underpaid techs at these dealerships tearing all these engines apart on millions of vehicles (it's not just the RL), and replacing the bearings... I just don't. And it's my guess that there're all defective, like the torque-converters.
3. Infotainment. It uses Google OS (Android) on an underpowered system-board; it's slow, even unresponsive at times, and the Honda 'apps' are infested with nanny-controls.
Oddly, Honda doesn't employ Google Maps in its navigation, but Garmin, and it's not uncommon that Google Maps will take you one way, and Garmin the other; Garmin's usually wrong... once it navigated me in nearly a complete circle, it couldn't compete the route. And sometimes it'll take you God-knows-where.
4. Tailgate. Mine didn't have a lock, I had an OEM one installed at the dealership, but they couldn't configure the lock, I had to pay a locksmith 50 mi. away to do that. Derpity-derp.
But, more importantly the actuators inside the gate are made with flimsy plastic, and break.
Just a heads-up. I think most of the design-elements are inspired, but over-engineered and executed on the cheap, like some European makes.
Enjoy your pickup, but unload it the moment it starts to shift a little oddly (it'll get progressively worse), unless you really, really like it and want to keep it for years. Take care, and good luck.
Sorry to hear your sad tale. Thanfully, everything changed with the 2021 refresh including the ZF 9 speed which should be be very reliable. Time will tell.
I bought a 2023 Sport to tow my Ranger 185VS bass boat. Previous 2 trucks that I owned for 14 1/2 yrs ea were quad cab GMC Sierra SLE-1 with 5.7 & 5.3 RWD. I didn’t replace with GMC bc they priced themselves out of reality. 2X more what I pd in 2009 for comparable equipped GMC. I actually saved 24k by buying a sport. I wanted cloth & no sunroof. Can’t get used to button shift.
The truck does fine & has plenty of pwr to tow my boat 2-3 X a week. So far so good. 3 x miles.
And I love the trunk in the bed. Hides multitudes of stuff.
Glad you like it. like I said..... you get used to that button shift quickly and get lazy just hitting start-stop button to auto park it
Wow nice Honda😊 very reliable 😊
I’m so so close to grabbing one of these the only 2 things that are causing me to second guess myself is
1. I wish it had a 6ft box
2. I’m a bit nervous about 23% chance of a major repair in the first 5 years
All the reasons people make fun of these trucks couldn’t bother me in the least , I think it’s more crazy to pay 75k for a enormous truck you don’t really need
I don’t have any towing needs but I am always needing a truck to do dump loads or pick up small loads of construction material’s so it seems perfect
I love the way the tailgate opens , It’s important for me to access the box easily, and the trunk in the box is so great
I think the chance of major repairs is lower than that for a 2023. The ZF 9 speed transmission is solid - the 6 speed from earlier years had problems. I forget the other issues but they have been fixed from what I’ve read.
I’m buying one. I’ve researched everything and for a suburbs dad of 1, it’s the best option.