Saying Goodbye To My Honda Ridgeline! - My Long Term Review & Final Thoughts

[@DriversOnly]

To get more of my thoughts and the rank of the Ridgeline, check out driversonlyrankings.com

[@hugojr5290]

You should review a 2021 semi or tow truck

[@TermlessHGW]

How about running a vacuum thru and wiping that filthy interior next time you film. I feel sick!

[@robertyoung8289]

Love you man but where's your pride? Your going to turn your truck back in looking like that?

[@hughes3947]

I’d be embarrassed to return a vehicle like that. What a dump.

[@frandanco6289]

Some people are just pigs....

[@kaneda7katsuragi]

I can't believe how dirty it was. When the camera panned to the rear seat... wtf...

[@dbeskan]

Cannot believe you turned in soooo filthy. 😔 glad they didnt sell to you like that. Respect man, respect

[@brianolehy5213]

Agreed.... I wouldn't show my trash on YT... or really let it get that bad... yuck

[@Matti861]

Some people give no fucks

[@mixflip]

My friend in Vegas bought the black edition Ridgeline just a few weeks ago. Its a pretty damn cool truck that leans more towards urban life.

[@richardrybarczyk5522]

If I had a truck that was that dirty I’d be embarrassed to make a video of it. C’mon man, get a dust rag and a vacuum will ya.

[@BoomEpic]

It hurts my eyes

[@robertyoung8289]

No pride.

[@gokusuky253]

Wow guys just wach the video and stop complaining..

[@diversityandcomicsbear2625]

KZbinrs often make so little money, they need to work a normal job on top of it. Add family concerns to that. Not everyone is some unmarried 23 year old, who can make sure the car is pretty, for the KZbin videos.

[@jonathantyree8172]

Im always sus of clean trucks. They dont get used. Never trust a mechanic with shiny tools

[@windanthonystream]

You returned it super dirty and with the gas light on.. Lol

[@DriversOnly]

Haha yea :)

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

I traded in my Nissan Rogue with interior cleaned, I think it’s people’s responsibility to keep the car cleaned before returning, if you get the car new and clean, better return it in clean condition.

[@windanthonystream]

Black Whirlwind me too! I return my leases in very clean condition. I wash it and make sure the interior is cleaned. I try to leave a great impression so they don’t try to charge me for any damages to the vehicle.

[@SulCoCrazy]

Plus with off road tires? That’s begging to have the dealer accuse one of off road abuse and wheel bearing wear

[@davebona9592]

Screw them with the rates they charge and how they love to cancel your warranty at the drop of a hat. Who knew living on a grid road and driving a Honda on a grid road voids your warranty.

[@davidjames4583]

"so I don't have to clean it"?? did you ever ??? 🤮

[@Ram14250]

That truck had to stink. Dude is a total slob and no respect to return a vehicle with all that garbage in it.

[@brandonyen7837]

Man that’s nasty dirty I wouldn’t have my car have any dirt inside like that that’s not me 👎

[@genezehring6057]

I wonder what his house looks like?

[@MOUSEBOWEN]

Is so nasty inside even the stereo screen was so dusty

[@jrevan]

They will put the clean up tab on your last payment I assure you.

[@rebekkad.2092]

I have a 2017 Sport edition Ridgeline. I love it! I always keep my vehicles for 5 years and then trade out so next year I'll be trading for a 2021 or 2022 Ridgeline. It is such a comfortable riding vehicle. The cloth on the seats is not the sturdiest but I hear they have made improvements. I live in Montana and it has been good for winter driving.

[@rwfowler100]

I have a 2008 that I love, 160,000 miles of trouble free joy. Used the truck for daily commutes, towing a light trailer and alot of hauling items. Been through three home moves that was really helped. Had three storage units that I was always moving alot of stuff. On and on, so handy. Great features is trunk in bed, two way tailgate with a protected and clean spare tire in trunk. Great space in back seat section as they flip up. First version of Ridgeline has rear doors that fully-open, unlike second generation.

[@realistic272]

Bought a 2020 RTL-E. Love it. Thanks for all your help

[@DriversOnly]

Nice! Thanks for your support!

[@Brianflys]

17,000 miles in 3 years? Lol. That's maybe 6 months for me. Selling a 2017 RTL with 160,000 miles... Bought a 2019 RTL-E. Love these trucks!

[@DriversOnly]

Yea I didnt drive much at all lol

[@ardellfischer733]

I have an 06 I've got 118,000. Its just getting broke in!

[@kimnewling5728]

You are one of the reasons I bought new 2019 ridgeline. And no, I'm not selling it. And no, I'm not trading it in. And no, I'm not getting a Tesla. Lol. (Even though I want one). I really do love my RTL-T ridgeline. Thank you for helping me make up my mind when I purchased.

[@DriversOnly]

Kim, glad you love your ridgeline and that I had an influence in that. :).

[@wt9653]

Yes you have to clean out the truck or the dealership will ding you with clean up fees. 😂 Leasing might be the smart thing. You don't have to spend 2000 dollars to replace the timing belt, pulley, tensioner, and water pump every 60k to 80k miles.

[@BP-1972]

Dude. Can't believe you kept your truck that dirty and gross. My lord. I had young kids too but there's a thing called a vacuum.

[@JynxBlack13]

Been shopping these for the last 3 months, very pleased with the space, ride, and practicality. I've always driven v6 4door sedans, the whole truck thing has never appealed to me, but this thing is definitely for me.

[@PatrickWilliamsI]

If you really loved this vehicle you would clean it every now and then. How can someone treat their vehicle like a garbage dump?

[@paulk3451]

I’d hate to see his home!

[@PapiDoesIt]

Your videos helped me modify my 2019 Ridgeline. First thing was that door mod, then a tonneau, and then rims. I absolutely love this truck!

[@DriversOnly]

Glad I was able to help over the years. It is a really good truck.

[@310Sole]

Gearing up to get the 2021? I see you. That HPD Ridgeline looks good.

[@dan6871]

He’s gonna shit up another interior and show the world how he’s slob ... guys like this prob spread the corona virus like whoa ... CLEAN YOUR SHIT NOBODY WANTS TO SEE IT

[@luvslogistics1725]

HPD is $2800 for bronze alloy wheels, grille and stickers. It’s basically cosmetic, no tuning or other mechanical performance. Bought a Sport and love it!

[@marchofthewillows]

Yeah I’m just disturbed/mortified that you would ever return this to a dealer in this condition. Can’t believe anyone would have the nerve to show this vehicle to others and openly say “glad I don’t have to clean this”. SMH

[@Bigw0rm8176]

Trade it in for a Dyson 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@antoniocoleman8380]

😂😂😂

[@sunnybradshaw7543]

Just got my Ridgeline and I love it. It is a 2010 with less than 100,000 miles on it. Going to put on blue tooth but stockotherwise. One owner before who took care of it. Decided it’s name is Bernard. 6th pickup I have owned. May be the best for me.

[@joserodriguez9768]

Hello, I have a question, is true that the tailgates on ridgeline can't be lock?

[@Nightbird.]

I hope Honda FINALLY adds ventilated seats to the 2021 Ridgeline like it has been offering for years on the Canadian version. Why do I have to buy it in Canada for ventilated seats when the USA is known for hot weather and Canada isn't?

[@gregmyrland2515]

Ditto in Hawaii. Only Hyundai/Kia seem to offer ventilated seats without wanting top option $10K more. If their soon to release truck is competitive with Ridgeline and oh yes they have some knobs and buttons instead of 100% touch screen it could be my deal breaker. Honda has some innovations like the tailgate but they took 4 years to change the grille? Seems they are tone deaf to what their target market wants.

[@gregmyrland2515]

Not to mention their Acura touch pad control. Guaranteed to sell less vehicles if they ever add that to their Honda cars.

[@Nightbird.]

@@gregmyrland2515 Great points! And I didn't even know Hyundai/KIA were going to release a truck. Do you have any links to check it out? Bet it will be a game changer..the way Hyundai's Genesis brand has been.

[@JuniorJr_23]

I can't wait for the 2021 Ridgeline review. Hurry!

[@centauri0]

I've never seen a car maker fix so many issues that their customers complain about. The 2021 Ridgeline looks to be a fix for every complaint I've heard about this truck now that it will have a new aggressive front end look and a silly volume control knob.

[@lindawentzel6445]

Always amazes me people return things so dirty...no way...just wrong

[@Uziavenger]

The only thing weirder than the low miles is the excessive dirtyness lol

[@micheldube5542]

It's crazy that the same version ( Sport ) is different in Canada , first the drivers seat is totally electric , second we have media screen and cd player ( which is still used on occasion ) , and finally on stering wheel we have '' line watch '' , l bought my Ridgeline ( 2017 ) first days in 2020 december and still appreciate !

[@mohnster4000]

Really liked the Ridgeline when I test drove one. If I did not go off-roading it would be the one to get

[@MrKnightoflight]

Thank you for the Ridgeline videos! Those helped me decide to purchase a 2019 RTL AWD. I have had it almost a year, and really like it! Surprised that you leased it. I bought my first truck after its lease ran out - 1997 Dodge Dakota. Ridgeline was a good replacement.

[@DriversOnly]

You're welcome :) I always lease my cars because I like to get a new car every 3 or so years.

[@MoNoK15]

2021 is mines 💯

[@Asuma492]

Looks so much better

[@Oldmanlos]

Don't worry about the rear little window. If anything just get a bed extender. Way better than putting all long piece of wood in your cabin

[@tpack670]

Having kids is no excuse for the truck being that nasty. Be responsible for cleaning up after them.

[@leonardveith5084]

What kind of after market wheels did you have? Thanks!

[@ranmangolf]

Can you fit a set of golf clubs in the lockable trunk?

[@joshuarivera3617]

I love my 2017 RTLE, definitely going to upgrade to the 2021 ridgeline soon tho

[@disneydad2514]

So soon?

[@luvslogistics1725]

Traded in my F150, 5.0 was burning oil (reprogrammed PCV but still made off noises and knocks)…got a ‘21 Ridgeline Sport and best choice ever!

[@oincer3943]

What bed cover did you have on there ????

[@tomhockman6267]

I hope you come back to the Ridgeline after its next generational update so we can see you run all your tests over again and tell us if it has truly evolved or only made incremental upgrades.

[@proudpennsylvanian330]

What vehicle did you you get after the Ridgeline???????

[@IamGroot786]

I could never thank you enough for the rear door hack!

[@DriversOnly]

Haha...appreciate the support. Yea HUGE difference it makes :).

[@jamieclary5350]

How was Honda lease program? I’m Currently with Toyota lease and it’s up in 8 months.

[@mariotapia3816]

Hello, you mentioned installed all terrain tires in your Ridgeline 2018, could you tell us size of them?, you kept original 245/60/R18? I want to install BFGoodrich K02 265/60/R18 in my 2021 RTL, what do you think?

[@khailu9444]

What’s the difference between plywood and lumber?

[@norcalchrismeister]

Nice vid. I'm seriously considering the redesigned Ridgeline. If I don't get that, I'll prob get a new 4runner.

[@DriversOnly]

Thanks. Yes the 2021 ridgeline looks pretty darn good.

[@coreyaldridge1753]

I'm pretty sold with the new design too. I like it looks more.lkke a truck & it's a Honda

[@Oakleyworld]

Homosexuals made the old design

[@rkalla]

4runner is a champ, just sluggish and eats gas but a solid ass truck

[@markej4801]

As always, that choice will depend heavily on your needs and desires. If you aren't into heavy off-roading and not doing heavy hauling, the Ridggie will do you one fine job.

[@tonybattaglio4625]

Im with you Im getting about 26.4 with mine i love it.

[@JuanMonsalve]

damn, im not a truck guy but you are making good points on this one and tempting me

[@DriversOnly]

Haha nice. Ridgeline is like driving a midsize suv with a bed. Best of both worlds.

[@DUNEATV]

How does a vehicle get so dirty?

[@DerrickManning-dj9of]

Good night 2007 honda ridgeline am having a problem with the meter not working

[@kseries1982]

Link to that black window trim? To cover the chrome

[@agent50813]

I've been watching your crypto channel for a long time. Here I am looking at Ridgeline videos and just yelled "WE'RE ALL GEORGE!" Never knew you had this channel!

[@JuniorJr_23]

Looking to get a good deal on leftover 2020 Ridgeline. Did you review the tonneau cover? Also, besides the front of the car what is the major difference between 2020 and 2021? Thanks

[@DriversOnly]

Check out my 2021 Honda Ridgeline video to hear about the changes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmKtn6ase52ojs0

[@williamllambelis3254]

You getting a 2021?

[@winddealer1]

You are spot on the value of the Ridgeline; "just the right amount of truck". Thanks for your great reviews on this product. One of the reasons we now own our 2020 RTL-E. We love this vehicle. Gratefully.

[@DriversOnly]

Thanks I appreciate it. I'm glad I was able to showcase the truck for what it is. Too many discount it due to the looks but it really is thr best midsize truck out there.

[@winddealer1]

@@DriversOnly Agreed, I think what baggage goes along with the Ridgeline comes from people "who are down on what their not up on". I was also surprised to discover that the Ridgeline is the most "American made" trucks in the country.

[@justinfontaine5539]

How was the maintenance? Any repairs out of the ordinary..??

[@xzinx]

thank you for your ridgeline videos, i now own a 2020 black edition =)

[@DriversOnly]

Awesome, congrats!

[@billthehofcollector4525]

Honda did good come 2021. -more trucky front -even chrome accents on back removed - locking tailgate -back doors open more -volume knob! I must admit they still have room for improvement : -should have had pilot’s infotainment and tune knob (Def ancient and laggy as it is).

[@repentorperish488]

I just picked up a 1-owner 2019 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition with 11,500 miles. It had the floor liners, roll-n-lock bed top, Michelin LTX M/S tires with black Voxx wheels that had only 7,500 miles. I'm decking it out with accessories. One question how did you black out the chrome? I purchased Honda window vent visors came chrome ...went to Honda dealer stated they dont make black chrome for Black Edition WTF? I looked at using Vinyl tape but that only lasts 5-7 years (Sun/Heat) so I ordered I think its SEM high gloss black paint for chrome. So I gotta tape them up before spraying vent visor chrome....thank you for the rear door hacker trick...what level kit did you use? I also went for a 2017-19 for the purpose of the 6 speed...too many issues with push button like people driving on freeway then shifted to park 😲 Thx again 4 your vids

[@TKPorsche]

Cleanliness is next to godliness. Ponder that😂

[@newbelgium4]

Laziness is next to godliness.

[@Justin-lc1xz]

"I'm glad I'm returning it so I don't have to clean it." Geez. That sounds awful.

[@davidtrujillo1627]

Did you remove the 1.5 inch leveling kit you put on when you returned it?

[@DriversOnly]

I did not...too much work!

[@Desert679]

If it occurred, how did it perform driving over black ice?

[@danmcdonald726]

What was the payment, down payment, and buyout option price? It seems like they lose their value faster than the Tacoma and frontier.

[@keithpruitt131]

I never want an electric car

[@jeffreykerr1465]

How do you drive a vehicle that dirty?

[@hfd79e4r]

Did you have to lift the truck to install the bigger tires, I plan to get a 2021 and would like to do that.

[@DriversOnly]

I put on a 1.5" leveling kit but not necessary. Ridgelines don't like big wheels or tires. Best thing is to just get tires that are more agrresive looking.

[@hfd79e4r]

@@DriversOnly thanks for responding!

[@robertmartinez33]

So it’s not dirt resistant

[@tomswoverland]

I have the 2020 sport the trunk and the back seats folding up were part of the reason I bought it. Nice ride got a rack to carry my canoe and it pulls my pop up camper no problem. I kept my 99 B3000 for 20 years do miss the clearance it had but it was 2 wheel drive and got me where I needed to go but I just feel more comfortable having the all wheel drive. I’ve taken it the same place’s as the old truck and have had no problems. Plan on keeping this one for 20 years if I make it that long. Thanks for the video’s.

[@LouAntonioGiordano]

I have a 2018 Ridgeline Touring(Canada). I don’t drive it a lot but I really like it. I know someone with a 2017 that she got in late 2016. She drives it a lot. Last time I talked to her, which is a few months ago, she had 390,000km(~250,000miles) on it. She ran into a lot of problems. I think she had to replace the injectors 3-4 times already

[@wilshan68]

I bought a 2014 Ridgeline..... I 💓Love It!!!! 😁👏🙌

[@porkchop2723]

Truck stays dry?

[@philliphinkle2812]

So what did you get to replace it?

[@DriversOnly]

Said it at the end of the video.

[@danpatrick5944]

How much money did it cost for 3 years lease?

[@hoonlee2026]

If you enjoyed the car as you said, you could have shown the gratitude, appreciation, respect just by cleaning the car. That was least you could do. It shows a lot of your characteristics and personalities. Huge let down..

[@CASTI617]

Hello! Love your channel! Been with you for almost 2 years! Need your advice. I love the Ridgeline, especially the new 2021 HPD! I also like the new Nissan Titan Pro 4 X. Which one would you recommend me to get? 2 totally different trucks but I trust your judgement😊

[@DriversOnly]

I would 100% get the 2021 Ridgeline

[@jpeterman57]

Why even consider a Nissan? They are the General Motors of Japan.

[@mikeb1744]

Yah, at least clean it for your video.

[@ninjarider443]

Good for you for dumping it early on. My 2018 Honda Ridgeline had 5 safety recalls, made noises and was in the shop for 10 days and honda couldn't find the source and said just keep driving it it may wear down (which 5,000 miles it did) - also, the 2017-2019 ridgelines have a defect with the engines where fuel injectors are pushed in to far and clog up. Many blogs talk about this and around 50k miles i had to get mine fully replaced because check-engine emission light came on. Lots of folks have this issue. Also the 2017-2019 power train (transmission) is used on the ridgleine/odessy and pilot all have many issues with failing between 50k-70k and it costs about 5k repair. I got rid of my 2018 honda ridgeline this January of 2023 and traded it in for a Mazda. I don't miss it at all, A few weeks after dumping it i got an email of yet another recall regarding tailgate camera. So happy don't have to bring that dang thing back into the shop to waste hours for another warrenty repair. Anyway, Honda Civics and the Honda CRV have different teams and they are reliable, for me the Honda Ridgeline had the most recalls then any vehicle i ever owned and I had zero confidence it was going to last. When I drove it all i kept thing was "what's the next thing to go wrong". I am so happy i got rid of it, and not ever buying another Honda again, it was a painful experience.

[@richardjones1988]

I used to sell Hondas and I would keep golf clubs in my trunk of my car to show people that they could fit under the back seat of the Ridgeline. Because people wouldn't believe me.

[@WesLey-yv8vi]

What are you replacing the ridgeline with?

[@DriversOnly]

Watch till the end :)

[@howlingwolf125y]

Honda did a great job with the Ridgeline exterior.. It looks great.. Love the tall more upright stance, which results in better visibility, more room (and more headroom), and is more comfortable. I like this version with the traditional shifter (don't like the rotary knob or push button shifter). But not sure what Honda was thinking with bad and unattractive dashboard layout. If they just would have made it with a more traditional dashboard layout - get rid of the digital speedo and add a traditional needle speedo .. and add lots of large knobs and traditional controls - this would be an even more fantastic truck.

[@doug9194]

Excellent review! I was thinking about getting a used Ridgeline and this provided me with a ton of information. Thank you!

[@DriversOnly]

Thanks!

[@winddealer1]

Do it, you won't regret it.

[@sharingtheadventure]

Nice summary, but what's really funny and remarkable is how you're turning in your Ridgeline. It takes all kinds I guess.

[@skeeterjohn200]

I thought you owned it with the mods you did, come to find out it was a lease....why do any mods especially a lift

[@letsbehonest6311]

I wouldn’t mind trading my RL for a Tesla... I just don’t know much about them and how they are when it’s -40 plus wind. i live in the upper midwest and it gets ridiculously cold.

[@DriversOnly]

I'll find out and make a video :)

[@jimparker7778]

I bet the dealer found a way to make you pay for the detailing and cleanup.

[@patricklouis6992]

I’m in the market for a mid size truck and Ridgeline 21 is #1 on my list. My question to Ridgeline owners is: Is the cab enough space for 3 small children for daily use?

[@edwindelacruz2274]

Yes

[@foford2010]

Great video! Watched it all the way thru. 17.4 MPG in the Ridgeline is a bit poor IMO. I get the same MPG in a V8 F150 supercrew 4x4. I'm a spirited driver.

[@jivdis1x]

18mpg on the V8 ford 4x4 is best case scenario on stock tires running on 2WD. He has more aggressive tread tires and awd.

[@e5m956]

I'm getting 22.6mpg average in my 2022 Ridgeline since buying it.

[@YusofTehrani94]

A car enthusiast would not keep his/her car so dirty 🤨

[@shannonharvey8300]

What do you think about the Ford f series?

[@DriversOnly]

They are nice trucks.

[@shannonharvey8300]

I like Ford. Which truck brand do you think is the best?

[@ozzierabbit587]

For sale: Honda Ridgeline off-lease. Comes with puke smell and gum stuck under seats.

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

You've got sooo lucky with the weather. Last week was beautiful indian summer (I see you're wearing a t-shirt on the day of filming), today we had snow in Chicagoland! Brrrrr! Thanks for the video!!!

[@brianmabin5947]

Love the TFL reference! Lived this Ridgeline series, thanks!

[@AlexMartinez-ed8db]

Does anyone have any thoughts on the skinny armrest??

[@DriversOnly]

Used it for years and never bothered me. Same goes with pilots.

[@futbol1972]

I only need a truck once or twice a year. Like right now I wish I had a truck. Need to buy 3 security doors and some trees for back yard. If I get ridgline it will be my daily driver l, I will be driving 40 miles Monday trhough friday to go to work. Iam afraid the gas will be abother car payment a month??🙄🙄 about how many miles do you think I can get out of the gas tank?? So I will be driving about 800 miles a month A dealer is selling me a 2020 rtl with 19000 miles for $30000

[@brianoconner3090]

I like your reviews. I have a 2019 BE which I leased before for my work. Now we have decided to own in. Everything is good except for the ground clearance 😊.

[@DriversOnly]

Nice! Add on a 1.5" or 2" lift kit

[@MichaelJosephJr934]

I'm on my 2nd Ridgeline. I love the ride and somewhat decent fuel economy but the accessories suck. No keyless entry, navi stinks. bluetooth is dumb, door opening is too short. I don't know if the new ones resolved this.

[@charlestredway8253]

I have been wanting a Ridgeline since 2017 but in 2020, they put in the 9-speed transmission, and now I want the 2020 Ridgeline. My problem is the cost. I can’t see paying full-size truck price for a Mid-sized truck.

[@DriversOnly]

Bigger isn't better.

[@seller2001]

Similar equipped ranger costs just as much or more

[@alphawolfadventures1470]

Shit.. we must be looking at the different full size trucks because loaded f150’s are over 70k

[@peter-gz9fj]

Bottled water is the silent killer when it is on the floor of any vehicle. Anytime it roll under your break, it will hinder you from breaking and boom, accident will happen. You can let your truck dirty, you can clean it anytime, but for your familys sake, dont let bottled water stay on the floor

[@arkkaisen]

I just bought a 2018 ridgeline sport over the weekend with 16k miles.