2024 Honda Ridgeline Trailsport Review and Off-Road Test

We check out all the features then give the new 2024 Honda Ridgeline Trailsport a road and off-road test. Can this succeed where the Passport Trailsport failed?
#honda #offroad #hondaridgeline
CONTENTS
00:00 - Introduction
00:30 - Features
08:12 - Road Driving
18:46 - Off-Road Test
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[@ajmedeiros77]

Such a great vehicle. Anyone that’s ever owned one loves them. A lot of 1st gen’s still out there beat up still in great shape and very versatile

[@BS-zg7dn]

You keep mentioning HP ratings--new 24 Tacoma is 278 not over 300. Not sure why the hate for the Honda V6--it is a smooth competent engine that will probably run for a very long time. Honda doesn't have a 65k version of the Ridgeline with 350 HP and dedicated off road version but how many people EVER take their truck off road? Just leased my second Ridgeline. It is the perfect truck for me I don't tow or haul huge amounts, but it is comfortable EVERY day. Great road trip vehicle. The trunk in bed is amazing and dual tailgate makes loading super easy. Congrats on the Ranger Raptor seems to be a great truck and a "good value" , but we all can't afford one nor do we need it.

[@braddenr.4778]

Umm I take my TRD Pro off-road to Rush, location X, Moab and my JL Rubicon. I buy off-road trims to GO OFF-ROAD. This ridge line trim is as useful as an inflatable dart board. People only buy them because they think it makes them cool or “look at me I drive a rugged vehicle”, ridiculous.

[@jfinley00]

As a Ridgeline owner, you should do the off-road test with the transmission in Sport mode. In regular, the transmission starts out in 2nd gear. In sport mode, it starts in true 1st gear. The true first gear is much lower ratio and i use that when i am in situations where i need to go as slow as possible. I think this would make it easier for you to go slow. Then if needed, i will use the paddle shifter to select first gear. Once you use the paddle shifter in sport mode, it switches to Sequential mode and will only shift via the paddles. This would allow you to stay in 1st gear.

[@peterscott2662]

Note that he says this one doesn't have sport mode. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXSToX-Ag8ipj7ssi=hHAqEu34ghAqZ4Pw&t=777

[@rudymoralesjr]

@@peterscott2662 They should all have a sport mode. Just press D a second time.

[@MichaelRichards983]

No one takes the Ridgeline off-road. It's nonsensical. Lol

[@MichaelRichards983]

This model doesn't have sport mode....try to pay attention.

[@rudymoralesjr]

@@MichaelRichards983 You must not have seen JonDZ videos then. Or Trail Militia when they had Manny with his Ridgeline on a couple episodes.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Ryan, For years before unibody pickups were popular, the Ridgeline was persistent. 😉

[@jasonsong86]

To go to standard cruise, you press and hold follow distance button and it will toggle between adaptive and standard cruise control.

[@bananarobotoverlord]

A factory lift and some real skid plates would transform the Ridgeline.

[@dmanatan]

The aftermarket support for both of those things is really good.

[@ValFinale]

@@dmanatan lol so to make it almost a tacoma, i have to spend more money than a tacoma......Ill just get a tacoma said everyone

[@dmanatan]

@@ValFinale in no world would a Tacoma be as comfortable and as competent on the road. They also have a smaller interior. 90% of Tacoma owners use them as pavement queens. If a Ridgeline owner lifts it and adds under body protection that vehicle is seeing more off road than almost all Tacomas

[@frebnewman6403]

Ugh - no hybrid and no turbo. The V6 is just great!

[@watchmanonthewall14]

No expensive turbo failures. When towing, this truck will get the same or better MPG than small displacement engines with turbos.

[@germanjimenez5968]

I'm not an expert on 4WD, but I believe Honda designed this vehicle for those who are no longer doing serious off-road. My first 4WD was my Titan when it first came out. Now that I'm older. I asked myself, "Do I need all that hype technology for a 4WD?" As you get older, you do less off-road. So, I believe Honda is targeting those that still want the feeling of off-road and comfort. I call it soft off-road for senior citizens. Lol. So, I don't think Honda is behind. I believe they are marketing those, that are having problems letting go the off-road, that still want that feeling of off-road with comfort. I hope I'm making sense. That's my opinion.

[@someonenamedtyler]

I never liked the first gen ridgeline but when It was redesigned for 2017, I really appreciated where they were going with it. No, it's not as capable as a body on frame truck. I instead look at as a car with a bed that can tow. Suddenly it feels incredibly capable for what it is. The ridgeline is a good mix of what everyone needs. The ford version (maverick) is proof that a car with a bed is all that most people need. All that said, honda missed the mark on the trials port. I expected a lot more. Even the HPD package looks more offroad ready

[@antibureaucrat]

I do like your reviews cuz you spend the time on the whole vehicle - but how many folks 1) really do the serious offroading you appear to enjoy and 2) I bet most folks buy the off road models for looks and/or WOW factor with their friends. Keep up those good reviews !

[@stevepatch1809]

I wish everyone would stop focusing on the off-road capabilities of the Ridgeline it’s not made for off-road it’s made for on road comfort and getting through snowy roads. The Tacoma is 100x better off-road than the Ridgeline and the Ridgeline is 100x better on road. I’ve owned 3 Tacoma’s and now I have a Ridgeline and it is night and day difference for everyday driving, the trunk is awesome and cabin space is a huge improvement.

[@drivingsports]

This is literally an off-road trim. Hence, that s what we’re going to look at.

[@randomstuffwithjoe]

@@drivingsports It's a "trail" trim. Its not built for real rugged off-road use. Or they would've called it the "off-road" sport. Its perfectly capable of doing the kind of trails that most outdoorsy people encounter. If you wanna go rock crawling.. this is not the right vehicle.

[@drivingsports]

@@randomstuffwithjoe These are our easy trails. They replicate trailhead access roads.

[@daverules]

@@drivingsportsoff-road trims are just to show off in parking lots for 99% of buyers.

[@ValFinale]

@@randomstuffwithjoe lol rock crawling is an extreme. This can't handle nothing but a dirt road to the carnival parking lot.

[@aaronbehindbars]

Well, the darn thing plodded right through the off-road course despite its lower clearance. Just goes to show that the whole can be greater than the sum of its parts. I've had my 2021 base Sport trim for nearly 3 years and can't find much about to complain. It's perfect for a boring suburbanite like me. I realized after many years that trucks are garbage to drive except for long highway runs, so I found that a crossover with a bed is a much more pleasant experience. My wife even likes driving it, which probably proves it isn't a real truck. On the cruise control. You just need to toggle between ACC and standard cruise mode while the system is active. You press and hold the distsnce interval button and the indicator will switch from ACC to Cruise.

[@DavefromCA2023]

$45000 truck, honda couldn’t give it a 1.5” lift? Big missed opportunity but I think it confirms, Honda really does not consider this thing an off road vehicle

[@lucasokeefe7935]

Wish they'd have lowered it and just called it "Sport"

[@Gman50001]

Agreed. I have a Ridgeline. It's great for what it is. However, this package is pointless. Needed a lift, recovery hooks, a bigger skid plate and an outlet in the bed. I still wouldn't get the Trail-sport but it would make this package more worth while.

[@TheCree2010]

If this trim was priced at like 38-40k this would be absolutely one of the best vehicles to buy on the market. Thinking I’ll try and get a lightly used one in 1-3 years

[@Gman50001]

@@TheCree2010Realistically you can get it for like 42 new

[@TheCree2010]

@@Gman50001 true! But with tax destination and potential markups it always jumpers a bit, I’d love to have this stay in the 40ish range when it’s all said and done. Just saying if it was that price, it would be one of the best vehicles by far in the market

[@JB11335]

Ridgeline owner here...for Honda to release a 'Trailsport' model and not give it any type of lift, is laughable. If you put lipstick on a pig, it's still a pig.

[@clippertalk]

Best auto channel on YT

[@TheHartmans36]

Love our 2022 Ridgeline

[@KenCheng]

Good that the tailgate hinges/swings off the PROPER side

[@carlostavaresjr958]

Great video as always with your content. I find it interesting that Honda is slow getting their models updated and yes the Trail sport should be consistent with the models that wear the badge.

[@davidwelty9763]

Honda (like Toyota) moves very slowly when it comes to updating their vehicles. They like to perfect vehicles over time without too many changes. This is why they have a good reliability reputation.

[@jayvee11795]

I almost spit out my coffee when you said 7.6 inches of ground clearance, that's insanely low

[@ALMX5DP]

It still seemed to do fine here, and this is significantly worse than most pickup owners ever see.

[@PapaA7145]

I like the Ridgline but would not consider a truck with less than 8.5” of ground clearance.

[@ValFinale]

@@PapaA7145 WIlderness subarus have more lol

[@ZenEndurance]

I love the interior width (elbow room) in the Ridgeline. Almost like a full size truck. Just wish there was a version with a LOT more ground clearance.

[@JRs-guitars]

For the record, Driving Sports TV removed one of my previous comments which stated that this is a RTL with the Trailsport badge and different tires for way more money. So much for transparancy.

[@mgotro4952]

I'd like to see the Honda Ridgeline Trailsport and the Ford Maveric Tremor go head to head!

[@clippertalk]

Truck King did that recently. But I would love to see that done on this channel

[@JRs-guitars]

The Tremor will dominate over the Ridgeline. No comparison.

[@rondail5675]

Ryan, as stated by someone else. Sport mode will start out in 1st gear. In normal, the transmission starts in higher 2nd gear.

[@johnstapler5956]

It's easy to switch between the cruise controls. You just need to be in park and hold down the distance button

[@BRRAAIINNSS]

Damn, I love you and hate you for this super honest review. I was in love with this vehicle before watching your video now I'm not so sure since they held back so hard on the features compared to the pilot. I already have a pilot, I want a ridgeline but I can wait to see what they release for 2025.

[@americandude3825]

Wish it was timing chain. Also wish the QC was a little better. They just did a stop sale due to fuel pumps or soemthing.

[@TaterSalad89]

The stop sale is due to the rear camera harness but yeah, there are other issues as well.

[@killjoyken]

It's not a stop sale, just a recall for a rear camera harness that might fail in the future.

[@daveflibotte6962]

My one real question relative to this trail sport is does the suspension really change Ridgeline with my 2020 RTL with better tires work as well

[@hybridstiger]

You're right Ryan, it feel like you're driving a Honda Accord sometime. Especially if you have aftermarket intake, j-pipe, and catback exhaust like mine. I have the 2021 model with a 2in lift and 1in taller tire. It is pretty good on-road and moderate off-roading. It's definitely not something I would want to rock crawl or overland with unless I have full underbody protections and a minimum of 5 inches lift over stock.

[@kevinteran5624]

I went with the ridgeline trailsport and couldn't be happier

[@quinnthompson]

Seems like some small upgrades would make this pretty decent- very cool!

[@KevinLin145]

Ryan you need to make T shirt merch that says "6'1" Legs Torso Proportionate"

[@robertyoung8289]

I'm 6.1 middle leg proportionate. 😍

[@mattsutube]

Add inch and a half lift kit to this truck with your choice of all-terrain tires and you have a truck that does 90% of what you want it to do plus a tad more off-road prowess from stock trim.

[@billricheter5678]

If interested also consider maintenance cost. Timing belts are expensive and Honda is still using them . Big mistake

[@frebnewman6403]

I’ve owned two older generations of the Ridgeline. Loved them. They need to do something about the ground clearance. That’s why I now have a 4Runner.

[@r.j.bedore9884]

I still don't understand why Honda doesn't make a V8 engine. They consistently make such good inline 4 cylinder engines that it just seems logical to stick two of them together. Obviously that would require a new block, but it could share pistons, one cylinder head, and all of the valve train parts with the 4 cylinder it was based on. For example, you could have a K-series based 4.0l, 4.6l, or 4.8l V8 that could be either naturally aspirated or turbocharged. Or you could base a V8 off of the new 1.5l turbo engine that's in the Civic, which would get you a 3.0l twin-turbocharged V8 with 350+ horsepower that would probably sip fuel while cruising. The Ridgeline with a small V8 like that would be kind of amazing.

[@richarde1355]

The major positive for the Honda…reliability, which translates to fewer visits to mechanic than required for the competition (including the new 2024 Tacoma). A Ridgeline owner will still have use of their vehicle when the others are at the shop. My ownership horizon is 200k. Chevy, Ford,the vaunted Tacoma, and perhaps the Nissan will visit the mechanic many times during that ownership period. The Ridgeline? Not nearly.

[@JakeJake746]

Putting all the bad aside they REALLY need to update the looks.

[@lbjgh]

Standard cruise? Press and hold the distance adjustment button until notified on the screen.

[@drivingsports]

Thanks. Good to know.

[@SulCoCrazy]

Wow. My 2021 F 150 with the 2.7 averages between 22 and 24 mpg.

[@blueridge8992]

Whew, Ryan’s really going for the WPM world record during the off road tests in his videos lately. (WPM: words spoken per meter driven 😂)

[@briAction]

Considering you could get an outback wilderness or a trd tacoma/rav 4 for this price, what is honda doing? Who is this marketed to? The interior looks really cheap compared to even the subarus.

[@ValFinale]

lol the trd rav4 s literally as capable as this, aka not at all trd tacoma now youre talking

[@kubi0461]

I wonder why they didn't lift it a bit for the trailsport ridgeline like they did for the Passport trailsport, which was like 0.5" higher. Not a lot but at least something. Ground clearance ratings also seem misleading sometimes. My new X1 M35 has a stated 8.1" ground clearance, but if you were to park it next to a ridgeline (or passport.. my prior vehicle), the Honda would look like it had dramatically more ground clearance. I wish there was some some more standardization of ground clearance measurements and expectations to make it easier to compare.

[@jasonsong86]

Personally, after owning an FJ Cruiser and recently drove a 4Runner, I am glad that I choose the Passport. The ride is just so much better on paved roads. Sure the FJ and 4Runner will do offroad better, but for someone who doesn't do much offroading only driving in deep ish snow a couple times a year, the trade off going to a body on frame vehicle is just not worth it.

[@mikem964]

Adaptive cruise can be turned off in similar way to Subarus. Hold down one of the buttons that changes following distance, I forget which.

[@RizzosExperience-zy2qz]

1500 lb payload blows the Taco away and I am pretty sure the RL real world Mpg is as good or better than comp. The 4 inch wider cabin. I could never go back to any of the tiny cabins in the others where your elbow to elbow with the passenger. Ride comfort is unmatched. Trunk in bed is the best.

[@killjoyken]

I just bought a new Trailsport and got $3500 off. At the Toyota dealership there was a $6000 markup on all Tacomas. If you're going to spend most of your time on road like me the Trailsport is the best midsize truck on the market. The slightly softer suspension is great for today's terrible roads.

[@stw2186]

I am looking at the entry sport trim; wonder if I can get some $ off at the dealership.

[@killjoyken]

@@stw2186 You should be able to. The Ridgeline is not a big seller for Honda and dealerships are desperate for sales right now. Don't forget to check Honda's factory rebates. I got $1000 off by showing the registration for my Ford.

[@stw2186]

I think I'd go with the 2024 Sport trim; simple and takes care of all of my needs.

[@kevinm594]

Can you get a Solterra to run through your course? Just picked one up on that lease special. Would love to see you push it's limits.

[@drivingsports]

We did take the Toyota BZ4X AWD through, and it's the exact same vehicle. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIHWq4F3j5Wbgc0

[@kevinm594]

Awesome thank you! That's my biggest complaint about the Solterra. The piano black is EVERYWHERE!

[@slumy8195]

I believe the passport flopped becuase of the extra weight suv's are. Truck beds are lighter and perfect for off roading. This truck needs 3 inch uplift kit and its perfect for off road.

[@CTR_Dan]

Priced as real truck but about as capable as the maverick

[@user-kc1ld1nq1w]

those other real trucks and their 4 cylinder turbos? Nissan Frontier is the best alternative these days.

[@killjoyken]

I just sold my 2022 Maverick and bought a 2024 Trailsport. The Honda is hands down a better built truck. It drives and feels like a $50k vehicle and the Maverick drives and feels like a $20k econobox. Plus, I just got tired of the never ending recalls.

[@Jgjginkg244]

I am so eagerly waiting for the Ridgeline with current Pilot body!! Ridgeline is much better truck than Tacoma 95% of the time!!

[@rondail5675]

Really like my 2022 Ridgeline Black Edition. Honda needs to be careful with their prices getting so high. They also need to update the infotainment. If I where buying today, I would also be looking at the Ford Ranger, Raptor!

[@dmanatan]

The infotainment in my '21 Ridgeline is quite possibly the worst I've ever experienced. The system in this one is apparently much, much better.

[@killjoyken]

You can easily buy one today well under MSRP like I did. The infotainment was updated for the 2024 with a larger screen, faster processor and wireless apple carplay and android auto. Personally I can't stand having a giant ipad stuck on the dash.

[@rondail5675]

@@killjoyken Nice!

[@CrazyGreek80]

Never thought I would say this but the Ridgeline is 100% better than the Tacoma!!!

[@stevepatch1809]

For daily driving I agree, I just traded my Tacoma for a Ridgeline and couldn’t be happier. And when you compare the options you get for $45k for the same money you get a stripped down Tacoma.

[@smuook1969]

For going to the mall. N.A.R.T.

[@lbjgh]

@@smuook1969 realistically nobody takes a new pickup off road. That is left for owner 2 or 3

[@smuook1969]

@lbjgh Off Road Test is literally in the title of the video 🙄

[@GPG7754]

​@smuook1969 Ridgeline has much more usable bed, better at actually hauling. Taco is better at carrying groceries.

[@Elijah-fc3ex]

These are really great but the price they ask has always been too high imo

[@Guzzzr]

they need to make the next gen RL with higher ground clearance, 360 cam, hill descent control, adaptive cruise with stop and go, a little deeper bed, squeeze out a little more HP and torque then this thing will really make it competative in the midsize truck space.

[@barciniega]

I really like ridgelines, but $45k+ for a vehicle stuck in 2018 is so disappointing. Also, whatever happened to HPD?

[@kissmaass]

Ivermectin will take care of your hpd

[@barciniega]

@@kissmaass Lies your doctor told you.

[@lukiw7044]

I would choose other producers of trucks which has body on frame vehicles. This one is great alternative for boring SUVs. Great review Ryan. Greetings

[@motive7475]

Those other trucks went 4 turbos instead of Nissan. I’d take a v6 over v4 any day of the week

[@hewittcustommillwork36]

For offroading you can put it in S mode and hold first gear. In D mode it starts in second gear so it won't crawl as nice as in S mode

[@jimmyspencer4019]

Usually just hold the cruise on button for a few seconds and then the symbol on the dash will switch from adaptive cruise symbol to the cruise symbol amd u should be able to just use cruise. That's how it is on toyota and nissan at least

[@ThreeDee912]

I like having some buttons instead of a big iPad infotainment, but this system just looks pretty outdated. Looks like they refreshed the screen to at least get wireless CarPlay but the climate controls look like they haven’t been updated in a decade. Looks kinda cheaper than a low to mid-trim Subaru.

[@Gdsamplify]

Wish they brought this to Australia

[@Nitehawkin]

The ridgeline isn’t as quick but it will keep going way past those little turbos the competition has.

[@reeeddd590]

mehh..but it is a car truck..fine for some. The MPG though? beyond unacceptable though. Most full size half ton trucks get better so that is pretty bad. They truly should not have released this without the same lift and other goodies of the Passport version. Hard to justify the price and MPG for a very Honda, very car-like vehicle, that's only off road merit is the aftermarket tires. TY for the video Ryan.

[@joemazzei6041]

My '17 is still going strong. Only about 145,000. Does everything I need without the hefty pricetag.

[@earlfletcher4814]

Wish the gear selector was on the dashboard that's really my only zonk

[@jimsomerville3924]

Disappointing update that isn't on par with Pilot. Hope they update TrailSport right including with a full-size spare. Ditch the brunk if needed.

[@robertyoung8289]

The elephant in the room. Their about 10k over priced.

[@pagodad8079]

What isn’t?

[@jrod237]

Honda & Kayce Dutton: “You always ask for too much.”

[@RoguePlanetStudio]

Magic seats

[@amagtibay1]

Honda needs to put their Turbo 6 cylinder from the Mdx Type S, and put at least a 9.5 inch ground clearance and proper under carriage protection to the Ridgeline. They can call that trim Ridgeline Trailsport type R. Since both the MDX and Ridgeline come from the same plant.

[@joecharmley]

It’s nice truck but just not a truck I would take off road really . A good day to day truck . I think the Ranger or Colorado would be the better overall options. The way infotainment dash is set up I do not like that angle at all . Thanks for review . I saw Ranger Raptor in person dang it looks amazing . Enjoy !

[@DavefromCA2023]

Yup, I test drove the ridgeline and loved it, but the lack of ground clearance is a killer

[@thomas735]

This will last a lot longer than any other truck in the segment except for maybe the frontier.

[@joecharmley]

@@thomas735 well if you never take off road yea it should . Off roading is expensive activity .the Ridgeline is fine truck but not truck your taking a ranger or Colorado off roading with . Different trucks which is fine

[@thomas735]

@@joecharmley true, I just don’t think many people actually go off road. The Colorado is nice if they can make them reliable.

[@joecharmley]

@@thomas735 yea that’s somewhat true the Ridgeline is nice I just don’t care for how the infotainment system is set up my only grip

[@johnstrand2247]

Give it a real truck test. Put it in some deep sand like at a beach. I doubt it will go much farther than all of the CRVs that we constantly are pulling out. Just not enough ground clearance and the AWD system craps out as soon as it gets hot.

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

yes for the price go Tacoma or ranger

[@russelljones2468]

You mentioned similar price as Tacoma TRD Offroad? With auto transmission and leather seats standard, the Ridgeline is much less. Unless you need the heavy off-road capability, the Honda does okay for less.

[@germanjimenez5968]

It's still a cool truck. I'm between the Frontier and Tacoma. The Ridgeline still looks promising. I will continue to do more research.

[@Wrencher_86]

Unless you do a lot of towing over 5k pounds or off-roading, the Ridgeline is absolutely best in-class. It's got a more usable bed than the Frontier and is far more comfortable than the Tacoma. Those other trucks have their uses, but if you're like 90% of truck buyers the Ridgeline will fill your needs with fewer sacrifices in comfort and economy.

[@germanjimenez5968]

@@Wrencher_86, the towing is not a problem because I'm not towing anything. And if I do, it will be less than 5,000 pounds.

[@Dan-ks9zd]

Test drives is the best answer

[@Doc.6466]

I believe the oil pan skid plate is actually an option and not standard equipment for the Ridgeline trail sport. Definitely could be wrong, someone please correct me if this is incorrect.

[@teddustman6974]

FYI: Oil pan skid plate is standard for the trail sport.

[@Doc.6466]

@@teddustman6974 so it is. Even double checked the site. Thanks for the clarification. I think my hiccup was because I saw that the oil pan skid plate comes in the HPD+ package so my brain thought that must mean it’s not standard on the truck

[@LionRunner]

That is very impressive performance to a Ridgeline at the "Trail". Sure for 4WD folks that's just a dirt road. But you have to understand Ridgeline/ Passport/Pilot/MDX these things rely on clutches in center and rear diff. You put more power its going to cook the clutches. Engine is build for fuel economy switching between 3cyl and 6cyl (older systems used 3,4 & 6 mode). That's too much work for the engine as well. Been a direction injection only it definitely need some high speed driving to minimize carbon build up, not very slow speed or short drive friendly. Not having a frame its not expected to have all that stress on the body. For example on a BOF vehicle like 4Runner / Tacoma/ Wrangler/F150 you don't care opening the door when the vehicle is at a tricky spot vs the on these vehicles door is part of the strength of the structure. So to my eyes this is very impressive and more than what is expected from a car.

[@HarryKuloh]

Oriented for economy, but ironic thst the fuel economiy is avsolute sh1te. I drive an 09 which, with jts v6, has the same fuel economy as v8 trucks, except more expensive maintenance and less reliability.

[@LionRunner]

@@HarryKuloh I hope you have not comparing to new V8s with cylinder deactivation and active fuel management. The V8s with non of that fuel tech you probably looking at around 12/13mpg for (5L ish) and even less with bigger ones I bet. If I don't miss my years vehicles like 2009 Pilot would have additional 4cyl mode. So when 3cyl is not enough you can run on 4cyl without switching to full 6cyl. 2016+ (if I'm not mistaken) when 3cyl is not enough they switch to full 6 cyl. Again mpg would be subjective until tested same conditions.

[@RRr-yl8zr]

a "TRAILsport" that only has "7 inches" of ground clearance And essentially no bash/skid plates, 18" wheels instead of 16" wheels. So tires with "not quite enough meat to them." No "Proper full size spare" in a "$40.000" ride? 😲 NO excuse for that on a All wheel drive vehicle. Especially not a "TRAIL" Vehicle. No one should "Settle" for that. Is there at least Space for a proper spare? I want to like this ride and I don't mind the Uni-body construction, (as long is it does Not rattle/ flex apart going down nasty dirt roads) but...This in not a "Trailsport" this is a MALLsports vehicle. 😕 Is the under bed trunk made of some kind of "whipped aerated plastic /foam for insulation to be use as a "ice chest"? or does the ice instantly start melting from the "136 degree" road heat and engine/exhaust heat? "Loving" those 2 cushy built in "seating spots" on the tailgate! 😅😉 At least it has tires that are Not just "pure street" tires "made for a Oldsmobile or toyota camry, that "most 4x4 and ALL WHEEL DRIVE vehicles have "Usually" been coming with. "Funny" that the Passport came out as just "their lame" trail ride. Since it originally was an actually Good 4x4 ISUZU Rodeo and the pilot always seemed to be the even "more Minivan ride" body style to Me. No Excuse for it not having a front camera! But at least I did not see the wheels in the air "endlessly and Rapidly spinning" and "sucking out power" like I do on too many "pure brake vectoring systems." What would actually be pretty cool "just as it is now" but with a minivan body slapped on to it. That would be a Useful Mini Van! :-) OK ad another inch ground clearance on to it even for a van. ;-) Add 3 inches ground clearance for the TRAIL sport truck version. 😁 OK OK. 2.5" would be good. ;-) AND it Needs real, proper coverage Bash Plates! Unfortunately... NOT worth "$40K"

[@jmpersic]

Ford should make a mid-size unibody truck in the vein of the Maverick, and they'd have endless free advertising by KZbinrs doing comparison vids between it and the Ranger and everything else.

[@Wrencher_86]

The Trailsport really isn't the one to get unless you really like the badging. The RTL gets you anything you could need in one of these. I had a 2017 and currently drive a 2023. The '17 was near perfect, but the transmission shift quality started to noticeably degrade after 100k miles and I got spooked. So I traded for the 2023. It's more of the same, mostly. More refined in some aspects like the ride and sound insulation. But the radio is garbage (laggy, unresponsive and check out the savagegeese review for an explanation for how they butcher the sound quality) and the push-button shifter is an affront to God. But overall it's still the same incredibly useful, efficient, cleverly designed truck. I am bummed they got rid of the captains chairs and the sliding lid center console in the '24s. Looking forward to the refresh with the Pilot's running gear.

[@javierpalomares2892]

so why did this do so much better than the passport? I would expect the passport to do better since it has a shorter wheelbase.

[@drivingsports]

It was also wet when we did Passport so that can change things. It is possible, that there was just something wrong with the Passport we tested.

[@ukrainiansubarer7767]

Is this Forester 2025, but truck? ))

[@billricheter5678]

Forester has much better ground clearance

[@ALMX5DP]

I wonder if they’ll switch to the new DOHC engine next year or if they’ll wait until a new model comes out.

[@drivingsports]

Probably wait for new model.

[@islandlazy99]

The Ford Ranger is in this segment, not the Maverick.

[@annasoming]

this kinda feels like what toyota did with their tacoma and 4runner... they just changed a little here and there, insignificant until the sold # dropped very low, then you see marketing hitting with upcoming refresh and teases. Seems all makers have 1 or 2 in their lineup like this. not sure what causes it if its the number sold per year or resources, or they are waiting to see what competitors do or they are focused on a plan to keep their best selling at top.

[@aaronh305]

You can get a Ridgeline well under MSRP much easier than a Tacoma. After watching I built the Tacoma I'd want with similar features to the Ridgeline and it was almost 4k more MSRP. Also, still not sold on reliability of all the new turbo engines in other midsizes.

[@terrymaggio1693]

A little over priced. That's why I offered $42000 for mine and it now sits in my garage. 2024 Sonic Grey TS.(Just like the one tested but without the black Ridgeline lettering. Might be my first accessory). Considered the new Canyon but storage space is minimal, not to mention you can no longer fold the back seats down. Only need to tow SXS so 5000 pounds is plenty. A couple of complaints. Halogen high beams(LED"s for low) and auto dimming headlights are a joke.

[@seanwilson7825]

I average 21.6mpg in my 2023

[@TheKingkingg]

Good enough for me in northern Ontario Canada 🇨🇦 and never had any problems on road or off road. And wish Honda did more including ground clearance and more than pilot trailsport. But it's still good enough. Especially as a made in America by Americans for Americans

[@brians.1357]

Is anybody actually paying MSRP for these?? Almost $47k I’m guessing you could talk them town to low $40’s. As far as the Tacoma pricing they are probably still holding firm ??

[@rx7acras238]

Нравится мне концепция этого автомобиля. Но не понимаю, для чего он мне... Мне проще заказать доставку, если нужно перевести что-то длинное или тяжёлое.

[@allanpontiere6177]

The Ridgeline is meant for Honda owners and is just enough truck for the weekend warrior that makes trips to Lowe’s or Home Depot for mulch or a load of gravel. If you want to do light off roading there are tons of videos adding a Trux 1/2 “ or a 1” leveling kit that does not interfere with the suspension or the Honda sensing . I saw one up close….really looks great when you lift the front end up that 1/2 -1”. The “ snow plow” look goes away and looks “beefy.” I still would not buy any truck right now with the gas prices still going up. At least wait until 2025. Hopefully life will be better overall🙏🤞 As for the engine….I applaud Honda for keeping their bullet proof NA V6! New Tacos are all a 4 cyl turbo. Is that what a Taco owner really wants….not to mention being made in Mexico?? There goes the long term reliability. Great video on a great truck. Very well done Ryan !!👏👏👏👏

[@gs98999]

Doesn't the new Tacoma start in the low 40s. Given this trim is mid 40s I wouldn't call that expensive these days? Top Tacoma is well into the 60s isn't it?

[@kylegriffiths5990]

So jealous that the US gets these.

[@tonyl4010]

Don't care about off-road. If I find myself off-road I have made a mistake in my life. How does it handle in stop-and-go traffic?

[@rustlesee]

I’ll wait for the new model, this is just a touch soft looking.

[@bng9423]

I will take the Ridgeline over all other midsize trucks.

[@robertyoung8289]

Much rather have the Nissan Pro 4x. Its a better truck in every way for less money.

[@SasukeUchiha-zu6dw]

This one does have more interior space, rear ac, and can fit 4ft sheet goods between the wheel wells in the bed.

[@7g6_66]

What up homie

[@maine-lygamingtips2039]

It's a great truck for the 95% of owners who never go deep into the woods...and older folk like myself looking for easy entry height and car like comfort, neither of which are bad things. These will do very well towing light loads, visiting the hardware store, and dealing with a snowy commute to work. The only issue I personally have for the Ridgeline is it remains way over priced...Honda acts like their badge is as good as Porsche for up-charging 🙄

[@hawkstringfellow]

45,000 and getting fullsize truck mpg what 20 on the hwy

[@stevepatch1809]

He had the wrong number for highway it’s 23 but I’m getting 25+ on the highway and 19-20 in the city

[@hawkstringfellow]

It should have a hybrid option for 45,000