Big thanks to Ocean Honda in Port Richey FL for helping make this review possible! You can check out their website at www.oceanhonda... or give them a call at 727-312-0759 and ask for Alex or Joe.. Thanks for watching!
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@TeijoKhanfan7 ай бұрын
Always loved the Ridgeline. I know some people don't recognize it as a real truck, but i suppose it all depends on what you're using it for.
@Flikksverdelger3 ай бұрын
It's 2024 baby, it can identify as a truck if it wants
@stylin60esАй бұрын
@@Flikksverdelger😂
@chiefman83167 ай бұрын
Thanks for the complete review have been waiting months for a review of the Black Edition, Thanks for showing all the equipment, especially the ventilated front seats and rear A/C vents very much needed for southern buyers, 90 + heat 8 months of the year. Downsizing from a 2010 F150 with 172k miles will be ordering this same Truck this April. Thanks for your help. From South Ga. UPDATE 2/23/24 just purchased this same Ridgeline from Langdale Honda in Valdosta Ga for $500 under MSRP
@scottweinberg21867 ай бұрын
I wont buy a car in florida without ventilated seats. Its a deal breaker. Ive had cars with em and without. Without is brutal
@blakerh5 ай бұрын
I bought the same truck in Indiana for 1500.00 under msrp. Great truck. I do wish the ventilated seats worked a little better.
@Acousticmarine6787 ай бұрын
Love my 2018 RLT-T Ridgeline. The V6 is very snappy, plenty of power to handle the payload and tow weights. You didn't mention the AWD system on the truck, it's phenomenal. It can climb any grade the other trucks can and maintain better control on wet and snowy surfaces.
@AncientAviatorАй бұрын
Will...great job on this review of the Ridgeline Black Edition! Thanks very much. I'm in the market...and this was VERY helpful!
@chocolatety130Ай бұрын
Nobody else will test drive it like you...Thanx 👍🏾
@blakerh7 ай бұрын
Very nice review. The pearl white looks great in the sun.
@PyroPopie7 ай бұрын
Great video. I’m loving the ridgeline black edition in white. The naturally aspirated v6 along with Hondas reliability has really convinced me this is the right vehicle for me. Probably going to get one in the summer.
@blakerh5 ай бұрын
I just bought the same truck. It is really nice!
@sharkskin34485 ай бұрын
I love what you said about the upper rpm range! This is where the turbo 4s lack, making their peak torque early. I have a pic of a 23 Ridgeline parked beside a 23 Frontier. From the rear view, the Ridgeline is significantly larger. Against other 5' bed competition, the only regret is the bed depth, but then there's the in bed trunk.
@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan7907 ай бұрын
Maybe one day, I will be able to buy this truck.
@Horse-c2t7 ай бұрын
In 20 years. Start saving 😂
@imzaq77 ай бұрын
Me too... I like the 24 ridgeline... it has the best design compared to the previous ones. I wonder if they are going to introduce a newer body design for next year. There are a few things I wish this truck had, maybe a longer bed, better mpg, a little bit better tow option and lastly, if they could flatten out the back floor when the seats are lifted up. But, even the way it is now, I really like these new ridgelines!
@tonyvalenti66142 ай бұрын
Just got mine today. Thanks for the review. You forgot to mention the bed speakers. 😊
@tonyvalenti66142 ай бұрын
Well, I guess they took the bed speakers off after the 2023. 😞
@aaronjones4465Ай бұрын
This is my dream vehicle. If and when they come out with a hybrid version by 2030 I will be the first customer
@douglaskoon23747 ай бұрын
Hopefully later this year! One feature I really like is the drop or swing out tailgate.
@eliteexposure559415 күн бұрын
I may trade in my 2024 Nissan Frontier Pro4x for a Ridgeline. I cannot get confortable driving my Frontier at all while my wifes 2020 Honda Pilot is a dream to drive everyday.
@83goobmoonlight3 ай бұрын
Finally, The 2024 Ridgeline has the new infotainment system compared to the previous model year whom has the old Honda infotainment system
@narcisosanchez79972 ай бұрын
When will honda add 360 degree cameras. It's the only midsize truck without them😢
@AlowisciousMahoney6 ай бұрын
I plan to get a new Ridgeline for the ability to haul 3 shoes in the glove compartment
@Antimatter.5 ай бұрын
Me too but I’m getting to store 11 license plates 😂
@GaryTBuffalo247 ай бұрын
Not a bad truck for the money. Good review Wil.
@jrnumex92867 ай бұрын
thank goodness a quiet start up . i laugh how many truck buyers /drivers have to put on the"hey look at me, mr. wanna- b bad A.. growly mufflers."
@IMP3TIGO6 ай бұрын
This is such an upgrade from the 2023 but unfortunately missing rain sensing wipers which have been available on Canadian spec Ridgelines for several years. Would be nice to have an integrated brake controller for towing a trailer but at least its still prewired for it. Kind of wish the in bed speakers weren't ditched even if most didn't use them. It's also an odd omission to not put in a conversation mirror on the sunglass holder when it seems clearly designed to have one and it's gotta be a super cheap feature.
@allankiser8025 ай бұрын
A truck for people that don’t want a truck that need a truck.
@caulinrocker1Ай бұрын
A truck for people who are honest with themselves about what they need.
@ER_GUY5 ай бұрын
Love my 2017 Honda Ridgeline Canadian Touring Model - Same as the Black Edition, but White - Canadian edition had heated and vented seats, and a CD player (never used). Hoping the 2025 will have a significant update so I can trade in for an update - only have 52,000 miles.
@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan22197 ай бұрын
Amazing review Will.
@thadmachia98737 ай бұрын
Awesome review!
@jeffanderson39627 ай бұрын
Okay now I need to go out, find some open highway and take my '23 into Sport mode and see what it's really got.
@lennykibbs2607 ай бұрын
You didn't mention the dual swing tail gate (maybe I missed it?) or did they eliminate that feature for 2024?
@davewilson76027 ай бұрын
Think it still has it
@blakerh7 ай бұрын
Still has it
@gr8wei6 ай бұрын
That was missed.
@dlg54856 ай бұрын
I purchased a loaded Frontier Pro4X last year and I'm disappointed overall. I really didn't need that level of capability and transmission programming and payload capacity are terrible. I should have looked at the Ridgeline because it has over 400 pounds more payload, so now I'm considering trading the P4X for a Ridgeline BE.
@Skunked682 ай бұрын
Yes, I was juiced on Pro 4X, close to buying one, but winter roads and part time 4x4, having to think about throwing the switch when rear wheels start sliding around, and then think about not in 4x mode for sections of dry pavement. I don’t want to return to the part time tech of my 1989 little Blazer of long ago. Frontier has heavier hydraulic steering that many grouse about and I bet larger turning radius. Slightly more gas to go A to B with Frontier. But I do like its beefier truck-ier looks better. I don’t care one bit pulling anything nor off roading. Just if the e-bike fits in back crossways to squeeze in a laid down position. Motorcycle ramp to roll it in and a 9” tall wood step up box to be taller for laying it down, pulling bike up. I’m looking forward to Ridgeline test drive tomorrow. Just hope enough legroom for long legs. 6+ years ago I sat in one and was disappointed in legroom. But all time AWD, that’s a huge plus. I’ve been spoiled by Subaru a long time, but they ditched the truck bed. Which is coming back soon, but I doubt as big as Honda’s. Thanks for your input on Frontier. It’s close to just right, but not for me. Part time 4x would be the worst part in snow country. It so nice to not have to think about, just hit the gas and go.
@dlg54852 ай бұрын
@@Skunked68 The Pro4X also doesn't allow 4WD to be switched on at highway speeds, which is idiotic. That's the main time I need it on my daily commute. Ultimately, I did decide to get rid of the P4X and get a Ridgeline a couple months ago...best decision I could have made. The Ridgeline isn't perfect (no vehicle is), but it's a very nice truck, far more suitable to my needs and it's way more comfortable than the Frontier.
@rhettwelch93667 ай бұрын
Ole Boy weaving in and out of traffic 😂
@tomtripptree50797 ай бұрын
Don’t see the black edition 46,000 in my area in New York. Going for around 48,000 Maybe the trail sport is around that price of 46,000
@pigxstix7 ай бұрын
Same here in CA, the MSRP on every Black Edition I've looked at has been $48,200 and then they load it up with another $5k in dealer add-ons.
@Ravenator7 ай бұрын
Will, don’t know if was cut in the edit, but you completely missed the dual action tailgate (where it also opens out) - guessing at this point most folks know about the Ridge’s gate, but just have never seen this feature missed on a review
@pagodad80797 ай бұрын
Everybody and their uncle already knows about that tailgate.
@JohnMurrayOP6 ай бұрын
He also gave the said the trunk dimensions of CRV on his post edit.
@steveh45284 ай бұрын
damn nice review bro, nice job and thank you
@jamesdonaldson73967 ай бұрын
Honda needs to update the interior and get rid of the gloss black trim. Nobody likes plastic that scratches and gets prints all over it. They also need to update the engine to the 6-cylinder DOHC in the Pilot with the 10-speed transmission. Maybe for 2025.
@christopherjohn14677 ай бұрын
This older v6 is tried and true. The new one not so much as of yet and the 10 speed transmission is no ZF9.
@pigxstix7 ай бұрын
Won't be 2025, they aren't going to do a redesign right after a refresh. I went to the LA Auto Show and Honda rep told me the plans are to give the Pilot a hybrid first. Then they will the update the Passport to the Pilot's new design also with hybrid. After that, they will address the Ridgeline. The '24 refresh is intended to hold people over until then. You're probably looking at 2027 at the earliest.
@jamesdonaldson73967 ай бұрын
@@pigxstix I'm fine without a major refresh, but that glossy black plastic is a deal-breaker. Sounds trivial, but having lived with it in another vehicle, never again. I'll look at other mid-size trucks next year if they just trot the same thing out for 25.
@JSmith-zr2ve7 ай бұрын
My 22 RTL-E has more of a matte carbon fiber look, rather than the gloss black.
@jamesdonaldson73967 ай бұрын
@@JSmith-zr2ve I noticed the Trailsport does as well. Really wish they'd put it in the Black Edition.
@cidlopez5 ай бұрын
Honda needs to park that ridgeline engine in a full-size truck. All the full size trucks nowadays have 3.5ish v6 anyway.
@trumpmypresident47217 ай бұрын
Did this specific model take the place of my leased 2023 Honda Ridgeline " RTL-E " & by how much ?
@Ravenator7 ай бұрын
Nope - I believe the four trim models for 2024 are the Sport, RT-L, Trailsport & top-o-the-line Black Edition (reviewed here). I’m currently leasing a 21 Sport & will either buy it @ lease end or lease a 24 Trailsport.
@trumpmypresident47217 ай бұрын
@@Ravenator You had the " RTL "..., I have the RTL-E "..., what's the difference & isn't the " RTL-E " the TOP of the line or 2nd from the TOP ?
@Ravenator7 ай бұрын
I think in 24, the RT-L is just one step above the Sport, the Trailsport is 2nd highest trim level to the Black Edition - so I would think the RT-L is basically the same trim level you have now, with the Trailsport having more of the off-road upgrades like skid plate, knobby tires, different seat trim, all -weather floor mats, different grille, etc
@trumpmypresident47217 ай бұрын
@@Ravenator Thank-you
@stevepatch18097 ай бұрын
The only thing that makes me hesitate to buy one is the VCM, I wish it could be deactivated.
@donstewart43455 ай бұрын
How do you get the parking lights to flash like they are in the video?
@davidbrooks80617 ай бұрын
Might want to skip the engine revving.
@rustynail78666 ай бұрын
Didn't show the dual opening tailgate.
@apllDgrapllD7 ай бұрын
Dampers for the tailgate on a ridgeline? 🤔
@chiefman83167 ай бұрын
weak folks need dampers
@clutchclipperjk51697 ай бұрын
Kind crazy that the "top trim" level has very few extras. Really no incentive to get a top level. Nice video!
@serenityinsilence3 ай бұрын
It’s more of an appearance package on top of the normal leather trimmed model. The fact that there isn’t a huge price gap is actually very nice to see in this market.
@bradh61857 ай бұрын
Does anyone know if the 9-speed transmission is still having failures?
@joeimbesi53617 ай бұрын
You’ve mentioned dual pane windows here and in the Tundra review. Does any manufacturer use dual pane windows?
@jawsgreatwhite99667 ай бұрын
My Mazda CX5 has double pane windows and it really makes a difference. Inside my horn sounds weak but outside it’s pretty loud.
@bruceleeroy83027 ай бұрын
I'd like to know how the braking performance is on this truck. You briefly mentioned it but is the braking solid or a little lacking?
@JohnMurrayOP6 ай бұрын
It has solid braking especially when compared to competitors who use body on frame construction.
@gingasamuri3 ай бұрын
It brakes pretty well, if you’re used to driving sedans or coupes it jerks a little when braking at a light, other than that it has prevented me from rear ending a couple of times. I would always recommend slamming the brakes on any vehicle you test drive.
@garman79217 ай бұрын
9 speed transmission, is that the good one?
@MIZUNOMP607 ай бұрын
10 speed on the Pilot is their latest transmission. Bit smoother, quicker gear shifts I think..
@dollyandlouismartinez64507 ай бұрын
Dane, BMW does not make a pickup…
@JDMHero477 ай бұрын
It's not under-rated, it just has a 4.33 axle ratio 👍
@AnthonyCerundolo-wc6us7 ай бұрын
SAVE your money by a RLT almost the same as the Black Edition check it out that's what I bought
@madkabal7 ай бұрын
This is a compact pick up, for adults.
@ledean65157 ай бұрын
Some disappointing things about this truck are: in 2024 but no full LED light, the seats too thin for a truck.
@MIZUNOMP607 ай бұрын
The reflector LED's are perfectly fine, they don't blind the shit outta oncoming traffic like many of the projectors. The seat comfort is awesome. The steering wheel could be thicker and have 2 and 10 bolstering.
@edinoybanes69057 ай бұрын
I recommend that you do not buy it. One month of use and the leather on the seats wrinkles and neither the Honda nor the dealer want to solve the problem.
@abdullah_q81716 ай бұрын
The car's interior is supposed to be better for the price
@louieabano12265 ай бұрын
Still interior design is old.
@frankkeenan32644 ай бұрын
The transmission in my 2023 rtl is crap hard down shifts And Honda thinks this is a good thi
@notme31847 ай бұрын
0:27 The ridgeline is a half ton not a mid sized truck
@AlowisciousMahoney6 ай бұрын
No, it is a mid sized truck
@TrilithiumBanditKelsey7 ай бұрын
Transmissions in these things are no count, whether 6AT or 9AT.
@suzrmx2507 ай бұрын
Is that bed plastic ? 46k for a plastic bed 😒 l don't think so
@RWSahiN7 ай бұрын
Yes it is. Just like on the new Tacoma but for 10k less. PS: I had 1st gen Ridgeline, that composite bed can handle some abuse.
@deanvoss70987 ай бұрын
Composite... Very durable
@suzrmx2507 ай бұрын
@@deanvoss7098 composite = fancy word for plastic. l hope it holds up to direct sunlight
@tommycodfish2 ай бұрын
I put a magnet to various parts of the bed and I think some parts of the bed have some metal in the bed but the magnet is a bit weak but it is pretty durable and will not rust.
@mikepetrilli46863 ай бұрын
So the Honda genius engineers think that putting a spare under the bed of a pickup is a good idea 😂😂😂 so what happens if you have a flat and your bed is full of furniture or gravel etc? Just proof that is is just a glorified crossover....just more expensive than most 😂😂😂
@stevenjames7073Ай бұрын
Honda quality not good anymore
@Johnsonfan169Ай бұрын
I would have to disagree
@edinoybanes69057 ай бұрын
I recommend that you do not buy it. One month of use and the leather on the seats wrinkles and neither the Honda nor the dealer want to solve the problem.
@americandude38255 ай бұрын
Not to mention the timing belt requirement which is $2000 every 60-100k miles.
@oni-one574Ай бұрын
Wtf
@johntrain7120Ай бұрын
How fat are you? My RL is 4 years old and my leather is perfect
@rldunn11736 ай бұрын
You move camera too much.
@timbuchman91585 ай бұрын
Sounds like a sick very sick poor excuse for a man truck…NO THANKS!
@daverules5 ай бұрын
i am sorry that ridgeline hurt your feelings
@Horse-c2t7 ай бұрын
$46 for f-ing Honda. No thanks. I will stay with a BMW for the money. Tail gate is ugly
@pigxstix7 ай бұрын
Show me a new loaded BMW for $46k 😆Not to mention they don't make a truck style so.....
@blakerh7 ай бұрын
Yeah, really dumb comment. BMW doesn't make a truck, and if they did, it would be over 100k and always breaking down.
@robvange7 ай бұрын
STUPID COMMENT..........................please ...go bet a BMW and waste a lot of money