Had a 2019 RTL-E and now have a 2022 Black Edition. I like the V6 powertrain. I don't want a 4cyl-turbo. Love the quiet, smooth ride. Hauling and towering capacity are just fine. I also have a 2015 Civic and a 2024 Corvette. The Ridgeline is my comfort ride.
@Offshore1977 Жыл бұрын
I loved Hondas individual armrests. I can’t believe they got rid of them. That’s what truly set this vehicle apart.
@ThatCologneGuy Жыл бұрын
Same here...love the captain's seats!
@TermlessHGW11 ай бұрын
Same here. But I guess that's that and will be the same on the 3rd gen. When or if it arrives. C'mon Honda, you're way behind now in the midsize...
@shanerogers7878 ай бұрын
Those arm rests suck Unless your a little person
@brentjs121 Жыл бұрын
Great review as always. Like you mentioned, they missed out on not including a full skid plate and height lift. I wouldn't mind owning one.
@jasonwilliams705 Жыл бұрын
I guess all terrain tires, retuned suspension and a single skid plate are better than nothing but would have been nice to see Honda give it a lift over the other trims and the trail cam setup from the Pilot. Hopefully a gen 3 Ridgeline will get a more robust Trailsport model.
@rabd3721 Жыл бұрын
This new "refresh", which started in 2021, feels like it's getting one last makeover before they move on to a Gen 3 Ridge. Lot of improvements here, but for a true off road Ridgeline, I would wait for the Gen 3 truck, which will probably be around 2025-2028.
@johnlopez3001 Жыл бұрын
Honda needs to watch a couple of CampingRandy or jonDZ ADVENTURING videos for the next Ridgeline Trail Sport redesign.
@TermlessHGW11 ай бұрын
@@rabd3721it can't come soon enough. My 17 RTL-E is ready for a trade in.
@PoisonShot2011 ай бұрын
@@TermlessHGWhow do you rated it, since you have it for 5/6 years? I'm looking to get a smaller truck, had a GMC Sierra 1500 SLT, lost it due to a head on colission, and I realy don't need big truck anymore.
@aboulahab361011 ай бұрын
@PoisonShot20 I have a 2027 RTL . still ride way more comfortable than other comparable midsize trucks such Colorado, or Taco. Couple worrisome issues: The 6 speed tranny. At 100k it starts to become a bit jittery. The CVM is a unecessary soreness, I hated so much I just disabled it.
@ledebuhr1 Жыл бұрын
This seems to be more of a cosmetic package rather than a real off-road trim. No skid plate, lift or 360 view cameras. Honda is really trying to milk out the second gen Ridgeline. We need a Ridgeline based on the Pilot platform.
@jesurunblends11 ай бұрын
no sked plate on this one?
@YT0091 Жыл бұрын
The color of the model in this video is fantastic! I have a 2023 Ridgeline and I'm very happy with it. While it would have been nice to get some of the tech upgrades seen here, I needed a vehicle at the time and couldn't wait.
@MachoCool558 Жыл бұрын
Somehow, as a 43 year old dad, who is also a mechanic, this is the vehicle I find myself wanting most. Unexpectedly complete, thought-out and well executed engineering.
@Wrencher_86 Жыл бұрын
As a 37 year-old mechanic who owns one: They're great. Unless it doesn't meet your towing needs or you do a lot of off-roading, there's no reason not to get one of these. Honda reliability and thoughtful engineering combined with, as Tommy said, the most comfortable interior in its class. This trim level is a bit of a whiff, I think. But the RTL has everything you could need.
@Cody_Codi_Code Жыл бұрын
Worked hard to get a Ridgeline. Could never get a price I thought was reasonable. The updates to the interior on the ‘24s look great! I ended up going with a ‘19 Titan. I love it so far. BUT…I definitely did not need a full-size truck.
@BillyBobTup Жыл бұрын
If it is a 4WD truck, at least you will be able to actually go off road without being scared to death of body or under body damage. So, good move!
@marklion315 Жыл бұрын
@@BillyBobTup According to Edmunds the ridgeline has an advantage being independed suspension all around, the took it a tacoma and titan offroad in 2017, the ridgeline was the only one not to have blown out shocks
@Cody_Codi_Code Жыл бұрын
@@marklion315 I watched that Edmunds trip out to the desert. That washboard road they were on was crazy. As of now, I don’t do any off-road stuff anyway. Would’ve preferred the Ridgeline’s AWD system of for the winter driving though!
@chiefman8316 Жыл бұрын
What Fool would spend 50k to jump ditches or climb rocks?? @@BillyBobTup
@gfj64139 ай бұрын
I owned a 06 Ridgeline and sold it in 23. I bought an AT4 Duramax, thinking it’s time to go bigger, a nice truck, love the Duramax, but man, I miss my Ridgeline. Just ordered a 24 Black Edition, I pick it up this week.
@chrisgifford7923 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2022 Sport which I love. Not enough upgrades for me to trade up just yet. Thanks for the review.
@mike406 Жыл бұрын
I for one am excited for this refreshed Ridgeline! I’m coming from a 2018 Frontier which I recently sold due to some issues. I don’t go off-road outside of some camping trails during the summer months so this will be perfect for me I think all year round. Having a more comfortable on-road driving experience will be appreciated I think.
@ridered6271 Жыл бұрын
I have a 21 black edition with a 2” leveling kit and one inch taller wildpeak tires. 10” ground clearance. I’ve gone places you wouldn’t believe. Very capable truck and easily tows my other 84 720. 12:43
@Monkeyseemonkey79 Жыл бұрын
Which brand of 2" lift did you use?
@ridered6271 Жыл бұрын
@@Monkeyseemonkey79 traxda
@thebigguy8306 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Tommy, good review. when I think off rugged offroad, dominated by Jeep and Toyota TRD, I'd rarely think crossover or Honda
@RichardCWard8 ай бұрын
The 2024 Ridgeline is looking really good to me. Comparing the TrailSport and the Sport model. The pricing the issue for me, These new trucks are outside of the comfort zone for this Senior Retired customer.
@counselingpsychology Жыл бұрын
Have a ‘21 Black Edition. Took it down a two track and hit a small dip at about 5 mph. The door no longer lines up to the fender. It was a small dip. I love the truck but it’s about as trail rated as a Miata.
@PrepperDawg10 ай бұрын
Nice truck, love the storage under the bed. ! If it just had a little more clearance.
@williamgatling3205 Жыл бұрын
No 360 degree camera, weak underbody protection, no improved ground clearance no full size spare. Honda is wasting the TrailSport branding by sticking it on anything painted sky blue.
@chevyss934 Жыл бұрын
N its still a better truck than the tacoma 😂
@AlowisciousMahoney Жыл бұрын
Why is this vehicle so polarizing? I really like the Ridgeline, for what it is. To me it is kind of in it’s own category, and not much else really can match it for what it is. But this comment is valid - Calling this “Trailsport” is almost misleading for the reasons mentioned
@fun0537 Жыл бұрын
@@chevyss934 Wrong emoji for sarcasm.
@shsb2355 Жыл бұрын
@@allentoyokawa9068 No, you are. Go look at what Subaru is doing with wilderness branding
@shsb2355 Жыл бұрын
@@chevyss934 not even close
@BS-zg7dn Жыл бұрын
Have a 2020 Ridgeline and I love it except it was last year without a volume knob. It is a lease and is due to be turned in. Just hope the 2024s come out soon! This truck is awesome and has all the capabilities that most people need. I don't tow a boat or camper so it's perfect for me. It is so comfortable and great road trip vehicle.
@aaronbehindbars Жыл бұрын
I have a 2021 RL Sport and it's been my favorite vehicle ever. I got tired of the size of my half ton and how body-on frame vehicles drive in general. It's such a great daily driver for those who can check their egos. I am disappointed with this Trailsport variant. They could have at least given a modest increase in ride height. The improvements made are decent, but they didn't go far enough. I do like the older fold up armrests with the "roll top" center console, but they at least made a decent set of cupholders on the new one. I could adapt, though. Glad to see some tech updates, even if the interior is still looking a bit dated. Overall, it's a decent minor update. I suspect an all new one is coming as a 2027 model. Watch the Pilot for a possible hybrid drivetrain in the next couple years to potentially preview what might be in store for the next-gen RL.
@minxlabrada Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I really like my 23' HPD Ridgeline. It's very luxurious and also kinds of moves out. 100% the best vehicle I've owned.
@josephcullen2512 Жыл бұрын
The backdrop did have me fooled for the first few seconds 😯😄 hahah😅
@chrisb9478 Жыл бұрын
Ground clearance is way too low. No skid plates? So that makes it a street only truck to me. It’s a good vehicle, but Honda dropped the ball again. They make sweet atv’s & utv’s with high ground clearance, 4 wheel independent suspension. How in the hell can they not figure out how to do it for their truck & suvs? 🙄
@Hapicrab Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the review....Honda has been milking this for a minute or two. Can't wait till TFL gets this for a true road trip review!!!!
@270eman Жыл бұрын
For the money these things costs it makes way more sense to get a tacoma or frontier. Built a lot tougher with actual frames, 4wd hi/lo, and solid rear axle. If these ridgelines were like 30grand for the offroad they might have my attention but not in the 40 grand territory. Only area the ridgeline really wins is fuel economy. Gas is back down to $2.72 where I live so I really don't care about a few mpg difference. The ridgeline has more payload but thats because I have the long wheel base for the 6ft bed, crew cab, and 4wd. If I need to haul heavy stuff i'll use a trailer and it tows it more than the ridgeline to at 6100 pounds for my model. The 23 tacoma is bulletproofed by this point and you can't beat the resale value.
@Monkeyseemonkey79 Жыл бұрын
It really depends on the use case. I've driven almost every midsize truck and the Ridgeline is so much more comfortable and better handling than a Tacoma or Frontier. Roadtripping in a Tacoma is horrible, but it's so comfortable in a Ridgeline. If you are doing more serious trails, yeah I'd maybe go with a Tacoma, but for general forest roads and snowy/winter conditions - I'd go with the AWD Ridgeline any day.
@Kopernicus67 Жыл бұрын
I've owned six vehicles in the last 20 years with "4-lo". Used it never. Also quickly learned that a CUV or car AWD system has far, far more grip on public roads and ability to think on the fly than any of the transfer case jobs. Throw a set of snows on a AWD Forester or Highlander and they will out brake, accelerate and corner any pickup on snow or ice.
@270eman Жыл бұрын
@@Kopernicus67 Ive used mine 4 times in the last year.A Lot of these work sites I go to are up steep inclines. Gone through some nasty muddy terrain. It only snows once or twice a year here. And a tacoma on snow rated all terrains has plenty of capability in the snow. Ive had my 6ft bed filled up plenty of times front to back. If you don't need it I understand going for the comfort but it doesn't make sense for me. I really don't think the tacomas that bad comfort wise anyways. I am 5'11". If I didn't need a truck I would still be driving my 2016 Camry le. That car was comfortable.
@brettsuddreth5171 Жыл бұрын
The Ridgeline also drives and rides way better than the Tacoma and frontier and has more space inside
@ryanb3908 Жыл бұрын
Can't even compare them as the ridgeline isn't a truck. It's just a cheap Civic with a bed.
@culjonez22 Жыл бұрын
I wish they had a cheaper version. I looked to buy one a few years ago but couldn’t get past that it’s was the same price as the Tundra I ended up buying. If it was less I think I could have gotten my head around it.
@richardhouvener64235 ай бұрын
You haven't been to a Toyota dealer recently, I am guessing.
@AndrewBaker924 Жыл бұрын
Really like this truck and the color. Still love my Gladiator despite the issues I have had with it.
@blakerh11 ай бұрын
Very nice looking truck. I really like the tech upgardes and the new armrest. I have a 2016 Tacoma TRD Sport and I am going to trade it in for a 2024 Black Edition as soon as it is available.
@just4ivaylo92 Жыл бұрын
Less ground clearance than a FWD hybrid Maverick. Enough said.
@Kopernicus67 Жыл бұрын
What do you think is the actual % of vehicles that get damaged because they have 7" of ground clearance rather than 8"? Unless you are going over sharp rocks and boulders it is a moot point.
@just4ivaylo92 Жыл бұрын
@@Kopernicus67 don't know, probably ot many. But this is supposedly the more capable off-road version...and the ground clearance is still a joke. I'm sitting at 8.8" in my Maverick and wish I had another inch or so for when I'm on forest service roads. The Ridgeline has a longer wheelbase than it and also less ground clearance.
@BillyBobTup Жыл бұрын
Exactly. Ground clearance, angles and protection are very disappointing. Even the new TS Pilot, while not great, is better than this.
@solarflare1008 Жыл бұрын
Really nice Honda Accord with a cargo bed.
@michaeldelacerda859810 ай бұрын
Nice review. I own a 2021 Ridgeline RTL-E and love it. One of the best vehicles I have ever owned!
@grantdeisig13608 ай бұрын
I just bought one of these, and I am starting to feel like the "Trailsport" edition could have brought more to the table, like the new Pilot. I like the visual improvements, but the oil pan skid plate lookes like something they found out back and slapped it on. It should have came with (at least) a 1" lift. It does however have a tow point in the front just like the older Ridgelines, it's just in a very bad spot. It's down under the engine bay on the right hand side inbetween the oil pan and the drivers side A-arm, and also doesn't look super beefy, but it's there.. I think you could probably rig up and exstension strap and mount it somewhere on the grill to gain easy access when you might be stuck in deep mud/snow/sand...etc. (Just don't rip your grill off by snagging it on something lol. As much as I'm a little disapointed that the 24' Ridgeline didn't get the 24' Pilot treatment, I'm still extremely impressed with the power, handling, functionality, ride quality and looks of this truck. A lot of it's short comings can be fixed with aftermarket parts, but I would just like to see it from the factory.
@RavenY2K3 Жыл бұрын
Ginger Billy may argue he has the original "Trail Ready" Ridgeline 😂
@kelsey809 Жыл бұрын
😁👍
@Inferno45 Жыл бұрын
God that man is hilarious “my wife had a dream i cheated on her and is now mad at me”
@tarfeef101 Жыл бұрын
Still waiting for a proper compact 4x4, truck or otherwise. People make em overseas, but the smallest thing is probably a 2 door bronco or wrangler still. This even in the softroader category has a pretty poor approach angle, not much height, and is pretty long, so still not very competitive
@superdan5617 Жыл бұрын
I actually prefer the old arm rests more. 1. They are independently adjustable, 2. I don’t have to move my arm if the passenger goes into the center council, 3. My little dog can sleep on her bed in between the front seats.
@VetBodGaming9 ай бұрын
If I didnt have to tow my camper I would definitely be looking at the Colorado or Ridgeline. They are both impressive in their own rights and great trucks.
@robervin9107 Жыл бұрын
0:33 my favorite part. Iconic Tommy. Yas
@l13712 Жыл бұрын
The number of KZbin journalists walking around this blue ridgeline on this stage is becoming hilarious. We’re
@Revenant_Knight Жыл бұрын
I was really hoping Honda would give it the Pilot Trailsport treatment with a lift, tow hooks, and proper skiplates. I would have bought that in a second. I'm very disappointed with what amounts to wheel and tire package with light blue paint. Sorry Honda....you dropped the ball here.
@GrabBagEntertainment10 ай бұрын
Looks like a lot more room in the back seat than the taco
@bertsadventures9974 Жыл бұрын
Why is the 2024 still on the old platform? Why not build on the new Pilot? Fingers crossed that the '25 will be an all new platform. I'll wait.
@BillyBobTup Жыл бұрын
A'int that the truth?
@BYLRPhil Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video! These Ridgelines have been growing on me.
@billricheter5678 Жыл бұрын
Not a good review more like an ad. Disappointed with tfl on this one
@minxlabrada Жыл бұрын
Still like my 23' HPD Ridgeline better. All I have to do is get Honda to install an oil pan guard and upgraded offroad tires and I'm good. I do like the color a lot. And also, by widening the center armrest, they deleted the adjustable armrests. I like the armrests.
@sharkskin34485 ай бұрын
Bed is 60"x 64". Its more than 4' wide, and the wheel wells dont intrude. In some short bed mid sized trucks, the wheels kill the bed space.
@saliston Жыл бұрын
Love my Ridgeline it is the PEFECT truck
@reonbarrett5546 Жыл бұрын
the best review i seen on this truck
@theroamingcolt Жыл бұрын
Flattening out the front end is definitely a good move by Honda. Makes it look more 'truck-like' which helps their street-cred.
@MOLOKAIKOA11 Жыл бұрын
I have a ridgeline... if you want to hardcore off-road go get a toyota taco, gladiator, ranger, or a colorado. If you already have a ridgline get yourself after market parts. Traxda & HRG are great.
@jg8263 Жыл бұрын
This, I have had a 2017 and currently a 2021 Ridgeline. I have equipped both with a set of 17 inch Steelies mounted with AT tires (Wildpeaks AT3Ws on the 17 in stock size, Nomad Grapplers on the 21 now that are sized at 265/70/17, 2" over stock size) and the off-road capability was more than adequate for anything other than rock crawling.
@MOLOKAIKOA11 Жыл бұрын
@jg8263 thats the way to do it. We off road a lot with the ridgeline, just nothing too hard. I dont think this trailsport is necessary.
@TheCapn23 Жыл бұрын
@@jg8263Yup. Tires are the best upgrade for just about everything. Off roading, towing, track, efficiency, etc.
@rocinblues9 ай бұрын
Excellent review, When I read last year that Honda was updating the model there was one thing I didn't see. The rear bumper, did they ever affix it (weld it) to the unibody? Co-worker has one (2021), and it actually tore out/off of it's plastic housing/clips. Honestly, never seen a rear (fake) step bumper on anything classified as a small truck. and my buddy is like 160 lbs . Cheapest thing I'd ever seen on $45k truck. I'm in the market and really like the Honda line, I'd strongly consider it, but not with that bumper. If they can put a tow bar/hitch on that thing surely they should have addressed that fake step bumper by now. Thanks
@sherrytierney9383 Жыл бұрын
Will it be unobtainium.
@rodsheypuk8104 Жыл бұрын
We waited ALL year for these meager updates! How long are we going to have to wait for the complete redesign?
@NHDude Жыл бұрын
Came for the Ridgeline disappointment, stayed for the picturesque background
@PookieMaliboo Жыл бұрын
So what im hearing is wait for the next gen Ridgeline Trailsport :)
@klwarhouse Жыл бұрын
That's what I heard.
@bosse641 Жыл бұрын
Very nice. A smooth N/A V6, and a proper gear lever. 👌
@cue03 Жыл бұрын
No change to ground clearance, approach or departure angles, no update to the iVTM4 software to match the capabilities of the Pilot TrailSport…. Basically some upgraded tires and new badges to accomplish TrailSport name. LOL.
@upshifter5316 Жыл бұрын
Dang. Guess that confirms we’re not gonna see a new ridgeline for quite a while, if ever. Bummer, the bones of the new pilot looked so promising for the Ridgeline.
@douglashodges545 Жыл бұрын
cant wait to see this when they move it to the new Pilot architecture!
@davidcordell91411 ай бұрын
But i dont want to go off road , i want a faster highway truck . Bigger brakes , and a manual would be sweet. I wouldn't know how to even find dirt or know a farmer to let me go riding around his farm .
@allenbazar27079 ай бұрын
Definitely rethinking the ridgeline.Have a f150 pickup 12 years old too big ,wide turning radius,never bought a towing reciever .Still has a 6 cylinder.4 cylinder turbo charged engine burns lots of fuel if you have a slightly heavy foot.
@ZDriver1996 Жыл бұрын
Yeah would have like to see another 1.5 inches of ground clearance. Overall real nice truck. Unfortunate how it got that not a truck stigma. I think it they would have made it easy to add off road lights, come stock with an inverter tow hook attachments and include hill incline and decent level indicators it would help break that stigma while only marginally adding to the cost.
@LL.inc009 Жыл бұрын
Some nice improvements......awful minivan armrests gone, upgraded infotainment (still no radio tuner knob) and gauge cluster. The bad.....still have the awful 9-speed transmission, towing capacity still only 5,000 lbs, (6500 would be nice), power mirror switch still on dash instead of armrest, blind spot monitor lights not in mirror, but still on door posts, ground clearance not great, ugh. My conclusion , a half-assed upgrade that still falls short
@datnewguy Жыл бұрын
Really surprised it didn’t get the Honda Pilot’s level of upgrades for the Trailsport trim. Sad as I had looked forward to getting this, but may go Taco instead. Very disappointed. Good video as always though.
@jimsomerville3924 Жыл бұрын
They did the Trailsport right with the Pilot- which is a minivan substitute, but really missed with the Ridgeline and Passport.
@mattp.7318 Жыл бұрын
Love the new TrailSport edition but cannot believe they didn't upgrade to the 285hp V6 with the 10 speed automatic.
@jimmyr1683 Жыл бұрын
Too many incandescent lights on it for 2024
@JamesSusanka Жыл бұрын
at least they stuck with the v6 and not going to turbos.
@dwilt822110 ай бұрын
Nice video
@lancemontes Жыл бұрын
Looks good
@Monkeyseemonkey79 Жыл бұрын
Have they updated the adaptive cruise control in these? I drove a 2020 model and the cruise control was very jerky - which was a dealbreaker for me.
@davewilson7602 Жыл бұрын
Not sure if this has the new system but I can say the newer Honda system is much better than the older one in terms of smoothness
@scorpiondavid87 Жыл бұрын
My goodness the reason why Honda Ridgeline isn’t respected because Honda doesn’t give what people are asking for. Give this baby a lift with real ground clearance. Some sturdy underground protection, and an option for a v8 or v6 turbo. Also their entertainment system sucks… it‘s a pain in the a… the software system always has these delays just to switch from radio to media, ohh and don’t get me started on connecting your phone to it.
@TrilithiumBanditKelsey11 ай бұрын
You are spot-on; the only thing missing from the infotainment is the Windows '95 startup sound when you start the truck. We had a '19 RTL-E, and yeah, sometimes when we plugged the phone in, it froze.
@ianberry5562 Жыл бұрын
Offering trail sport as primary a tire and appearance package is a smart play. No one buys a ridgeline for series off roading and that’s okay. It gets buyers the look they want with serious tires thrown into the overall price point. Which isn’t inflated with things like lockers lifts etc that no ridgeline buyer needs. If you want more get a jeep or a Toyota,
@Cavemol5823 Жыл бұрын
I’d they offered 1 inch lift a lot people would consider this for more rural areas . Great Mpg and cargo room and best use of truck bed
@Inferno45 Жыл бұрын
@@Cavemol5823they have aftermarket lifts up to 2.5 inches. Still doesnt make a difference because its not Body on Frame or has solid axels.
@Cavemol5823 Жыл бұрын
@@Inferno45well you wouldn’t be doing the Baja 500 in this but if offered more clearance for like rockeir areas that would be good . Gravel roads etc
@Lon1001 Жыл бұрын
I agree with what you're saying but I think Honda should have went a little further with this one. If you are putting on ATs (from the factory) then they need to beef up the driveline a little to actually make use of those aggressive tires. As is this is just a normal Ridgeline, why would you pay extra and get no extra benefit?
@ianberry5562 Жыл бұрын
@@Lon1001 I think a lot of the appeal is going to be getting the tires as part of the total financing and not needing to go buy them separately. The awd system was already great and now they have the traction to match it. The benefit is mostly cosmetic
@PotatoeJoe69 Жыл бұрын
I think it's good, but they really should have incorporated the pilot's new front end design as well as giving it a slightly taller suspension. Maybe one or two inches. Those two things would have really pulled it together for me.
@ItsAlive111 Жыл бұрын
They still want to meet emissions without buying credits from Tesla. So they keeps things conservative given Honda’s lack of hybrid engine options
@jaimejimenez754 Жыл бұрын
Had 2 Ridgelines in the past 1st and 2nd gen, now driving a Taco, Honda is by far the best on Road pick up truck, best ride and most comfortable interior of any mid size, I like what they did with the center console on this one but definitely missed the mark on more ground clearance for a “trail” rated version and still not able to store full size spare under bed compartment as they did on the 1st gen is another miss.
@chiefman8316 Жыл бұрын
Driving an 2010 F150 have a full size spare it has never been used, I guess Honda thinks a temp spare is good, I agree with them.
@phatpurrly Жыл бұрын
Just traded in my 2008 RTS for a low mileage 2022 RTL-E which I adore. I am considering a 2.5 inch lift kit. I’d say I’m underwhelmed by this refresh. If they had lifted it and maybe added 265/60R 18’s I might have considered trading up. Expect a big redesign for 2025.
@johnlopez300111 ай бұрын
I'm in the same situation as you are, recently traded my 2008 for a low mileage CPO 2020 Ridgeline Sport. I'm currently on the Honda Ridgeline forums, gathering information on leveling kits and larger tire sizes/wheel offsets, etc... YT channels Camping Randy and JonDZ Adventures have great Honda Ridgeline content. Good luck and enjoy your new truck.
@user-yh7hj9qf6e11 ай бұрын
I really like the suppression of chrome trim on the Trail Sport, it brings a more modern look that today's buyers are looking for.
@The1stMoRice Жыл бұрын
First let's stop trying to normalize high prices on trucks, especially for trims that are only appearance packages. $50k is crazy for this.
@jcfairport5781 Жыл бұрын
Try 65k for the Colorado off road version. Insanity
@premiercconstruction Жыл бұрын
Wow nice but what a missed opportunity! I think many were waiting on the fence. But with Honda not really doing enough??? No lift by an inch, no increased towing, no tow hooks, no real underbody protection…. Uuugh. I think Honda just missed out on a lot of sales! It’s good start but why would people wait and wait and wait and wait for Honda to produce what we need and want.
@BillyBobTup Жыл бұрын
Well said.
@adamnagel74369 ай бұрын
So funny because so few people use even a small percentage of their trucks offroad capability. The vast majority of people will use a SXS or ATV to actually offroad.
@vasekvi Жыл бұрын
Any difference in the AWD system at least?
@johnstaufferredraven2073 Жыл бұрын
I have the 2022 Black Edition. I have owned many trucks in the past and this truck is by far my favorite. Great on road trips.
@brianhurley8617 Жыл бұрын
Great video and great analysis.
@thebigempty_5792 Жыл бұрын
1 - needs at least a 1" suspension lift / not blocks or body lift 2 - should have went to a 17" wheel and thus a larger side profile tire 3 - love the way the rear seat folds up and all that floor space - I have a large dog that rides with me all the time and this is one of the first things I check - new Tundra?? huge truck but that's where they store the battery/under the rear seat. Tacoma? nope Ranger? nope Frontier? nope.....it's a TRUCK why can't they make more USABLE space like Honda did here. Well done, Honda.
@Monkeyseemonkey79 Жыл бұрын
7:36 Tommy!
@PWlangford1 Жыл бұрын
I like the Ridge Line .
@matthewgray3375 Жыл бұрын
Do the offer it in right hand drive?
@9663mu Жыл бұрын
Usable bed ? 😂 you can tell Tommy was going hard for Honda here.
@allanw6103 Жыл бұрын
Well this is a disappointing offering to say the least. its another Trailsport appearance pkg on sky blue like the Passport except for tires and a skid plate. Still has the older engine and 9 sp. Maybe they gave it the pilot awd system?, but wo that and a lift its just a regular ridgeline w all terrain tires. Plus the tires are too small at 29.5". The pilot has 265/60/18s(30.5s) on all trims i think, it really needs 65s on the TS. This should have 65s min too but really it should have 245/70/18s or 265/65/18s both 31.5s with a lift, not to mention the rest of the pilot ts stuff like tow hooks and full size spare. at least they give you a tow hitch but you dont get alot with Honda these days except for the name and reliability. I suppose thats enough for Honda but i guess the bean counters decided the pilot ts has more off road buyers. strange you would think the opposite but the 3 row suv still has a shorter wb. at4 and zr2 are way better off roaders. id like to see side steps and roof rails also. I wish the spare was underneath bc there is no way a full size spare would fit in the bed trunk. side tailgate is a must and was a class exclusive but now full size trucks have followed suit and so should the rest. No 110v inside or the bed, no usb in 2nd row? shame w the roomiest in class. the rear under seat storage needs refinement and its still not a flat load floor w seats up. id still take one over a tacoma anyday(as tommy said, way more comfortable) except for the all black interior, but well see if they improve the seats on the new tacos. In which case id still rather have a ridgeline bc if one thing Honda does right its ease of use, comfort, and practicality. Its a good driving cross truck for us old folks over 50 but for off road the pilot ts is better and so are most other midsize trucks.
@renatajd77588 ай бұрын
The cup holders. Lol
@ChrisRash Жыл бұрын
Better off road tires than what came on my Tacoma TRD Off Road.
@BillyBobTup Жыл бұрын
But how are you going to put them to use with no or poor under body protection, low ground clearance and terrible angles?
@9663mu Жыл бұрын
What year is your taco ? And what tires come with it ?
@ChrisRash Жыл бұрын
@@9663mu 2022, they come with Wrangler Territory AT
@9663mu Жыл бұрын
@@ChrisRash ok. So what makes these street Generals better ? I call them street because it’s not a true AT tire. Compare those generals to the ones that comes on F150 tremor.
@jordanbrooks946 Жыл бұрын
I wish they would make a 4 x 4 model
@paulblack5883 Жыл бұрын
Nothing looks very offroad or rugged about the Ridgeline..
@SirDiesAlot89 Жыл бұрын
I like it.
@charlesbowers8845 Жыл бұрын
I would like to to have a ridge line (Maybe not this particular one). But with the cost of anything now days I know that it will never happen. 😢
@AlaskanSnowLeopard Жыл бұрын
So it's pretty much more of an appearance package. I'm surprised they didn't use a 265/40r18 tires setup.
@adamn7516 Жыл бұрын
Post holes in the bed rails is the one thing missing from the Ridgeline. Would be nice to have them to put racks on or even if you wanted to make your own slip in side barriers to raise the bed height to keep taller items contained.
@minnesnowtan997011 ай бұрын
$455 for the paint. Thanks a lot.
@treydrier3169 Жыл бұрын
I miss my Ridgeline. Gave it to my son and bought a Jeep Gladiator Mojave. The Gladiator is a nice convertible truck for my place down in Florida but it rides like s--t on the highway. The steering is light and unresponsive, completely opposite of the Ridgeline. I also have a Jeep Grand Cherokee up North that I may trade in for Ridgeline TrailSport. The blue color is ok but a bit feminine looking imo. The TrailSport is cool as hell and the ride is second to none. Great job Honda!
@wrench8149 Жыл бұрын
Always loved the Ridgeline, wish I could afford one. Maybe one day
@Bigbillyrayfan Жыл бұрын
Stamped brand names is super tacky. Those tires look less aggressive than 23 Firestones. Needs a major facelift snd better tranny and it would be fine.
@dancover3249 Жыл бұрын
Nice car
@TheCapn23 Жыл бұрын
The Ridgeline is a great truck but this package isn't worth it imo
@lannylancaster62 Жыл бұрын
Wilderness Outback / CrossTrek have 9+ inches of ground clearance ...come on Honda.