Ford Maverick Tremor vs Honda Ridgeline Trailsport - Head-to-Head in Thick Mud! In-Depth Comparison

[@doug_EX]

I love the Ridgeline (I own one since 2020) but Honda missed an amazing opportunity by not giving the Ridgeline Trailsport more ground clearance. Mind boggling..

[@plmn93]

They've missed a lot of opportunities since the start. The Ridgeline has always been a great idea but Honda kept flubbing too many details for it to take off. The success of the Maverick has shown that the fact that it's not a "real" truck, as so many claim, was never the problem. Hopefully Honda has learned a lesson.

[@TheModerateMillenial]

Nah it was lazy. They are getting ready for a redesign and didn’t want to waste resources doing any real sort of modification on an outgoing model. It’s a waste of money to get a trailsport. I got a 2024 sport. Love it. It’s a hella good truck. Gotta a better lease deal by a mile on ridgeline over maverick. And the payload of tremor is significantly lower with that clutch pack and upgraded suspension

[@CajunMusings]

traxda 2" lift is what I put on my 2020...best value imho (can go higher..but $$$). Between kit and install, about 1,000....just an option to adjust a shortcoming

[@Iberian247]

HRG has quite a few lift options for the Ridgeline (both generations) and skid plates.

[@R32vdubb]

No low gear, no locker = not really an off-roader!!! 🤦🏻

[@Deetroiter]

Had a first gen Ridgeline and that vehicle was fantastic. Day in and day out hauling equipment on a trailer, hot and humid summers with freezing ice and snow in the Great Lakes, etc…that ridgeline did a fantastic job. Nice to see the ridgeline still does a solid job here

[@cruisingaltitudepilot]

“Ridgeline ain’t a truck” yeah I never haul or tow with my 5ft bed right on the back 🙄 ain’t it time for a new tranny Chevy? Brother’s Ridge got 200K with zero issues. I have never owned an American vehicle that didn’t fall apart by 150K every time. Honda/Toyota that’s IT for me.

[@DragonKnightX12]

​@@cruisingaltitudepilot😂 Not to mention only about 1/4 of truck buyers actually do truck stuff. Most of them are shitting on the unibodies, while just treating they're "real man" truck like a glorified dad wagon.

[@cruisingaltitudepilot]

@@DragonKnightX12 “glorified dad wagon” you got me there bro 😂😆 exactly! I can’t wait to get a small lift and some grapplers on my old 1stGen Ridge to actually put her through some snow and trailer the bikes to Sturgis. Given you take care of them, these Honda/Toyota trucks can run forever. For bigger loads I’d just go get a 5.7L Tundra. I got tired of American vehicles prematurely failing on me even after doing the MX so I switched brands.

[@mickiemack2748]

Fun watch of the Ridgeline Vs. Maverick in less than pristine conditions. I would NEVER get my RL in a situation like this even just for comparison/evaluation. I live off road (dirt-gravel road) and that's enough for me. My 2023 RTL-E is a super nice 'truck' and it works for me which is why I bought it.

[@upshifter5316]

Man, the current, old Ridgeline is so good, I absolutely cannot wait for the next Gen on the Pilot platform !! Cmon Honda!!

[@bbgator1]

Honda made a great vehicle but they failed on both models with the price and styling. If they went with more agressive styling it would sell. I think the maverick looks good and low price. It is louder inside and suspension isn't as good. Really a cheap compact(Maverick) vs trying too be a luxury truck (ridge). Cheaper option will always sell better. Ridge will definitely outlast the Maverick.. Honda reliability:)

[@RidersInBlack]

Honestly, a great video with real-world comparison. These trucks basically sit at 3/4 capacity of a full 4x4. But for the majority of buyers, what an attractive package the Maverick offers. Respect to the Ridgeline as well.

[@johngaffney8199]

The Ridgeline has a full box frame rail structure. The body is welded to that structure rather than bolted on. So it's sort-of a hybrid of body on frame and uni-body. Not enough people talk about this.

[@ProjectFairmont]

That’s not unique, take a look under a Maverick, even the old Chevy Astro van. Unibody is still considered one integrated piece.

[@lockandloadlikehell]

Astros were body on frame ​@@ProjectFairmont

[@turbodieseldumptruck]

​@lockandloadlikehell Nope. They are unibody with a front subframe. I got fooled by that one too. I remember many years ago when I crawled under my buddies to take a look at something and realizing it was a unibody! It was actually a lot better setup than a full frame, but I don't think GM advertised it or made it widely known because of public perception about durability and strength back in the 80s and 90s...

[@ProjectFairmont]

@@lockandloadlikehell afraid not. Nope.

[@iggibars]

@@turbodieseldumptruckThe Astro van does not have a true unibody platform, but it's also not a true ladder-type platform like the Express van has. I've had both. The Astro has a rear hybrid ladder-type support system that is welded directly to the underbody in order to drop overall build height and minimize cost. It still uses all the mounting techniques of a typical ladder or box-frame type platform.

[@BillyBobTup]

Did anyone notice how easily he crawled the Honda up the last part of "left hook" after he put it into sand mode? IVTM4 in "Sand" is capable of sending something like 75 to 90% of engine torque to the rear wheel with traction. Even with it's pathetic clearance and approach angle, and lack of under body protection, the Honda still managed to crawl up that left hook. I am surprised and amazed. I have seen some mighty 4X4s struggle on that same section. With many of them cutting power at the worst time. Man Honda, give us recovery points, 2 more inches of clearance and a few skid plates, and what a comfy off roader you could offer!

[@69Harveyb1]

Apparently it's underbody protection was sufficient : ) The Maverick on the other hand, with its increased clearance still managed to tear it's poor (fake) undercarriage protection near off.

[@BillyBobTup]

@@69Harveyb1 You make a good point, and I did notice that. However, the Ford tore some fabric which was there for what? Sound deadening? The RL apparently had no fabric at the same place, or it would have been torn completely off, since it would have been maybe 2" lower? As it is, I guess the Honda just skidded along on something metallic, but in this soft mud not enough to damage anything? Or, perhaps at that particular spot, the Honda was tucked up high enough to not make enough contact with that obstacle to damage anything? Or, perhaps the Honda was not in exactly the same spot, and simply did not even go over that rock? Who knows? But, I do know that the Honda( I own a non-Trailridge with the same specs) is too low, does not have enough under body protection, and the approach and other angles are too low for comfort. Hence my amazement that the Honda made it up without major damage, or made it at all. And I am not surprised that the Maverick, with much better off road specs, had an easy time of it. ........... I will say this for the Honda, which I did not previously realize: They did add that small metal skid plate under the oil pan. At least that is something, and a very important something. Since I have known of more than one RL that has torn a hole in that oil pan while trying to off road with such low clearance. .......... I have owned a RL continuously since 2008 ( one 08 and one 21), and I love them overall. They are my fav vehicle that I have ever used in 8" or less of snow and ice. They have a great AWD system, one of the best. But with some minor changes I would be way less nervous taking one on some trails. So close, Honda! Maybe the 2025s? Hurry Honda, I am getting real old!

[@doylewillis9587]

You can add skid plates you can do a slight lift on it

[@HardRoadz]

I have a 2021 Sport model and I have never gotten stuck in mud or snow. Oh, and by the way, he is using old information about the Honda. The iVMT-4 system is not front wheel drive based

[@Skank_and_Gutterboy]

@@HardRoadz Not much experience in mud but when I first got the truck, I was out with my daughter and drove a lap around a lake in my area. About halfway around, there was a road that branched off and went down to the beach. We parked there and took a short day-hike. Hiking back, a freak storm hit and it rained for about 15 minutes. So now that simple road out was a pretty steep rutted muddy mess. I'm like, "How are we supposed to get out of this now?!" Not to worry, the Ridgeline made short work of it. In my old RAV4, we would not have gotten out of that, I'm sure of it. As for snow, last winter was a hard winter for my area and I love how the Ridgeline handled the snow. Biggest problem I had is that I almost got sideswiped by a Chevy Silverado (not trying to bag on that truck, I think the driver was the problem).

[@markflaugh2293]

This might be one of the best reviews on KZbin because you went far above and beyond from what anyone else would have done with these trucks. Most would look like a test drive in their review. Excellent job Steve.

[@TruckKing]

Appreciate that

[@billybobbob3003]

@@TruckKing damn big boy keeps dragging his belly lol.

[@miguelvalenzuela]

Loved the review too, I was just looking for these two trucks to be compared. I agree 100% with your opinions and the review was very interesting to watch.

[@markspence3750]

Ford needs to make a Maverick that has a topper that is connected to the front, so that the A/C goes into to camper/topper. If you ever go camping to some places in North Carolina, sand fleas, mosquitoes, etc. will ruin your vacation. That is when you need to escape into your truck, have A/C, and lets you sleep for 8 hours, and then drive away to a place with no bugs. So, basically a big battery to run the A/C for 8 hours, and a 2nd battery to run the engine.

[@mej684]

I bought a Ridgeline last week and I love it. I'm not looking to go offroad and wanted something that can handle the winter snow. It's super comfy on a long drive and you can hyper mile it around 29mpg on the highway.

[@30minutelunch]

Bought the Falken Wildpeak A/T for mine. I didn't have to put it in snow mode while in Alaska for 3 years. It's extremely capable.

[@yankeesusa1]

The Ridgeline is a great midsize truck that's reliable and great for many things but not for off road in muddy roads. It's great to have awd and for certain dirt roads but i would not buy if you constantly need to rely on it for off roading.

[@louisperich6678]

Its AWD actually makes it better for most off-roading situations than competitor’s 4WD, given the right tires and an aftermarket lift kit. It is unsuited for hardcore rock crawling and similar extremes due to its non-locking differential, low crawl ratio, and very limited ability to increase tire diameter, and from the factory has worst-in-class ground clearance/approach/departure angles, It also lacks the ability to mount a winch without extensive custom modifications, and there is exactly one aftermarket tow hook solution which requires cutting slots in the lower front bumper. But the basic vehicle itself, off pavement up to and including moderate conditions, more than holds its own.

[@TheModerateMillenial]

@@louisperich6678👆this. It’s super capable in mud and snow. It just isn’t a rock crawler. There is a dope video of a break locker mod on JonDZ Adventuring KZbin that makes it a rock crawling beast. But news flash, most people don’t rock crawl. Significantly safer on road with this than a 4x4 system that is disabled and driving in RWD.

[@lancelotlink3907]

Yes the Ridgeline is a great truck made to be driven on good and bad road conditions like snow and mud and even dirt roads but its not meant to be an off road truck. Its naturally aspirated V6 is the smoothest truck motor ive ever owned. The interior is wide and comfortable and I love the bed and trunk which I use all the time. A great truck and the only pickup in the top ten of this year's American-Made Index list.

[@Deatomizer]

The Maverick just seems like a good peoples truck. It does just enough at the right price.

[@ElementalAdventures]

I have a Maverick hybrid and Ridgeline... I was Gaga goo goo for the Maverick hype train, but with 25,000 mi on it it really is starting to feel cheap... I love the gas mileage and it's a decent riding car... But for real for real Gaga goo goo about the Ridgeline... It drives like a Cadillac handles like a Subaru. That torque vectoring all wheel drive makes my heart sing every time I turn the steering wheel and the ride is just so good it's like being on vacation. They both have sucky infotainment systems but the Ridgeline is so much better. And the icing on the cake is that trunk bed storage system and having a 6-foot bed... That trunk in bed system with the swinging tailgate is the coolest thing I have ever experienced. I don't think I could ever live without it

[@DoonieForever]

"Good peoples" truck 😅. It does, tho. 😅

[@edrader]

@@ElementalAdventures RL bed is 5' 4"

[@dvader3263]

@@ElementalAdventuresRidgeline bed length is 5 ft. 4 inches, not 6 ft. That's exaggerating by 8 inches, which is what so many people do.

[@philippelarocque4207]

Love the variety of trucks being tested on the channel. Anyone can own a truck!

[@zeroninehundred]

As Ginger Billy would say, “TRUCK GANG!”

[@bobfox2733]

If they can afford to spend $80,000 or more they can own one

[@lawdog516]

Great review Steve, as a 2023 Ridgeline RTL owner I’ve been waiting for this review, living in the midwest I can attest that the IVTM-4 AWD system is fantastic in the snow thats with stock tires. The Ridgeline is the perfect vehicle for me because my Ridgeline will NEVER see MOAB, but does all the truck things I need it to do. I even tow a small teardrop camper with no problem, thanks for the review

[@12B0692]

I'm a Ridgeline convert. 2023 RTL-E. It's a fantastic truck.

[@lancelotlink3907]

Ridgeline is the only pickup in the top ten of this year's American-Made Index list and it has a naturally aspirated V6 thats so smooth and the interior is so wide which I want. The Maverick is made in Mexico and has a 4 banger.

[@NicofTime...]

​@@lancelotlink3907 the maverick should be so much better than it is. It's based off Toyota engine, transmission, and hybrid system. But Ford/ Mexico quality control is terrible and all their added electronics are causing problems.

[@BS-zg7dn]

Leased my 2nd RTL-E Ridgeline (leftover 2023 didn't see much difference in 24 and got a great deal). I love it really only complaint is the fuel economy but still is the best in class, I think. Plus, I couldn't find any Mavericks in stock for sticker price. Not paying $5k more that's just ridiculous.

[@Skank_and_Gutterboy]

Me too, I got a 2023 RTL-E and I really like it. I don't need a big giant truck that's priced like a house, the Ridgeline is the right fit for me. For the recreational stuff that I do (mainly going out to do desert-hiking), the Ridgeline has been great for that. There were a lot of trailheads that I couldn't get to in my old RAV4, it's been fun to revisit them in my Ridgeline where I could make it to the trailhead. Not saying that it's some killer rock-crawler off-roader but for the fairly casual stuff that I do, it works great. I'm not doing anything heavy-duty. Last year we had a heavy winter and the Ridgeline handled awesome in the snow.

[@virgfresco1403]

Yeah, but that RL nis a loser to the tiny Maverick!

[@Mike-te1xx]

Great comparison. Nice to see the lil maverick in action. It has more capability than I thought. TK FTW!!

[@Wolf-oe7ko]

@Mike-te1xx from experience the maverick can handle a ton of things you wouldn't think of. I've had mine for nearly 3 years and I'm still surprised how well it drives. I've loaded it with 800 lbs of concrete and also towed more than the 2k my truck is rated at

[@kliffc4901]

The Ridgeline actually works better off-road when using Sand mode. Mud mode tries to move power around to find grip which pulls power away and slows momentum. Sand mode sends power to all four corners without reacting to wheel spin.

[@crzyworm623]

Never considered a RL before, but bought one a few weeks ago. Love it, but it 100% needs a lift, even the measly 1" lift the Pilot got would be acceptable, and regardless of model needs proper recovery points.

[@Jo5ue1]

I'm really considering a RL if I'm honest with myself this is all the truck I need. I love the fact that it doesn't have a Turbo and rather has a V6 NA which equals reliability. And also, I'm not sure if I would be comfortable rock climbing with my brand new 60K off-road truck/SUV so who am I kidding. If I really want to go off-roading I would just buy an used 2010 Jeep Wrangler and tow it with my super comfortable Ridgeline truck.

[@witwicky735]

I'm wondering if mileage is a concern. The 3.5 Honda V6 can do great in a sedan, but my Odyssey needed all the wind help it could get

[@bikebudha01]

traxda 2" lift is what i put on my 2022... it's perfect. went with 1" larger tiers, and I have 10" clear under the truck...

[@macbookpro57]

I had a maverick as a rental for work. Normally we use our 4x4 silverados with all terrains for the type of terrine we traverse. That maverick went over everything with no drama, it was shocking. The contractor I was supervising was shocked when it just kept going and he kept getting stuck in his half ton lol.

[@jasonalbert4746]

I have that exact Maverick and live in the US. Trail control is a game changer and the Tremor will go farther down a trail and do more on said trail than you think. I love my little off road truck. Totally agree with the felt crap on the underside between the tires. Being the Tremor version it definitely should come with the aftermarket skid plates there that I added from the factory. Great video.

[@TheModerateMillenial]

I think that would’ve reduced the payload so majorly that they didn’t want that official payload stickered on their vehicle. Just my hunch

[@just4ivaylo92]

I have torn through two of those felt panels on my FX4.

[@k2rizzle]

Where did you find aftermarket skids for your Tremor?

[@jasonalbert4746]

@@TheModerateMillenial Doubtful. The ones I am adding weigh 80 pounds. I would much prefer 80 pounds in payload less which would still give me over 1100 pounds of payload than a damaged fuel line or whatever else is underneath the felt crap.

[@fordmaverickmaniac]

​@jasonalbert4746 You should post videos like I do, I will sub Jason!

[@paulm6481]

My wife has a 2019 Ridgeline RTL-E. It has a great leather interior and is roomy in both rows. She loves it. She has 49,000 miles. We have had four recalls, the fuel pump the most serious one. Mostly reliable. One night the engine fan would not off off, I had to disconnect fuse so battery did not get drained, and replaced it next day. Otherwise pretty good. Handles and rides so much better than my Tacoma. I do recommend the Ridgeline.

[@timdaoust4284]

Even more impressive for the maverick is the fact it did the course after the Honda had tore it up.

[@toddjohnson5568]

Being the second person up a trail is always worse

[@justintime1598]

Thats exactly what I was thinking.

[@mikepetrilli4686]

Yeah to bad it is a typical lemon ford. But I'm sure the maverick is number 1 for recalls 😂😂

[@wolfgang_h3t]

​@@mikepetrilli4686I'm so glad I outgrew such childishness

[@Wolf-oe7ko]

@mikepetrilli4686 not really, I think my sister's jeep had more recalls than my maverick

[@JNguyen-f4m]

This was such a terrific comparison. Commentary was well done, you know your facts! I’ve watched countless videos just because I enjoy it and you covered so many details with reasonable takes on every aspect. The mudding you did was the most I’d ever consider doing and glad to see they can handle them. I have a 2021 and added on road AT tires, a lift and skid plates. It is now a true Trailsport+. Keep up the good work. Extremely impressed with the quality of this video compared to many other Ridgeline videos I’ve watched. Cheers!!

[@SEOwithErik]

Curious, what lift kit did you decide to add to your truck?

[@JNguyen-f4m]

@@SEOwithErik Truxxx front 1.5" and later traxda rear 0.5 since traxda is split spacer made it easy

[@dvader3263]

The Maverick floor length is 54 inches, not 48 inches. As anyone will say, 6 additional inches is pretty good.

[@thebaldwonder421]

So many people are poorly informed about the Maverick. I'm glad you brought that up.

[@ricbrown5002]

That's what she said 😂

[@edrader]

64" for the RL

[@MarkJohnson1960]

Love your unbiased videos. Just the facts and your honest opinions. Thank you

[@jesusmaciasfranco6276]

Exactly the comparison I’ve been searching for! Thank you.

[@rondail5675]

I am a Ridgeline owner. I say the Maverick is great as a weekend work truck but not a family daily driver. Maverick is priced to be the value truck. Ridgeline is getting very expensive.

[@plmn93]

It's all relative. I like the Ridgeline but for my family of five it still wasn't big enough. Maverick interior is nearly as large for four, but not really wide enough for five. At 6'3" I find the front seats of Maverick quite a bit more comfortable than the Ridgeline. But neither is in the cards until the the oldest is out of the house.

[@ALMX5DP]

I sat in the back of a Lariat a couple weekends ago. Plenty of room for an average adult back there so I think it could work just fine for many families.

[@retirednavy1]

I've had Tacoma's, Frontier's and now a new Ranger. The Ranger has more bells and whistles but the down side is in 30k miles I have been in the shop on average once every two months. My next "truck" is the Ridgeline as I don't off-road at all and it does everything else to meet my needs. Top it off it's a Honda SE we just expect reliability.

[@rondail5675]

@@retirednavy1 Thank you for your summary.

[@bbgator1]

@@retirednavy1 I love the Ridgeline, but it really is an SUV with a bed. Much better daily driver than most trucks. They are smooth, quiet, and great all around. Suspension is tigher but not rough like most trucks with tow packages. Biggest issue is price, they are almost the same price as a full size truck after discounts. Ridgeline you play close to sticker, but a Silverado I get $10k off sticker. Silverado can tow and better tech. But I prefer the ridgeline daily for city driving.

[@tomcintorino6437]

Great video. I own a 2024 Tremor and this made me feel good! Thank you.

[@fordmaverickmaniac]

I have a T too! I just uploaded a video of the T and a Lariat hybrid pair that I bought. 2 loaded Mav Lariats for the price of one loaded F-150 Tremor makes sense. With both, we have max capability and max mpg.

[@RedmanLS3]

Nothing make you feel good about owning a POS ford. One of the worst reliability and value 😂

[@robertcrockett2162]

Have your CV axles failed yet?

[@barrya.6212]

@@RedmanLS3 The tried and tested Ford 2.5 hybrid is known to easily last/ go up to 300,000 miles...and beyond.... keep petty broadbrushing terms to yourself please.

[@Wolf-oe7ko]

@tomcintorino6437 as a 2022 xlt owner, I wouldn't be to worried about the haters. I haven't had any issues with my truck for the nearly 3 years I have had my truck. I ordered my before they ever touched a road. It's been a good daily driver

[@josej4169]

Like how the course was a challenge and not just an easy trail. Owning a Ridgeline I love watching video’s like this! I like the Maverick as well but being a Honda fan I picked the Ridgeline.

[@tjf2258]

Maverick all day for the price…nice job Ford. BTW the stealerships ADM is a bunch of BS

[@trajanfpv]

Also the Honda is the most American Gas truck on the Market. There are more components, parts, and assembly done in the US than any other manufacturer.

[@absolute.freedom]

You forgot Nissan Titan and Frontier is built entirely in America. You also forgot the Ridgeline is a uni-body cross over NOT a truck.

[@justapilgrimgoinhome]

@@absolute.freedom boo

[@IRAMightyPirate]

Fantastic video. I own a Ridgeline for exactly all the reasons you showed. It's a city, commuting, truck. It's not for hauling a boat, going bouldering, or driving off-road all the time; but it does those okay while being a fantastic on-road truck with great comfort. The Mavrick seems like a perfect compliment; something that's a little lower cost, a little less on the medium duty work; but a great option for people who want a budget truck that can do a little bit of everything or be a more serious off-road truck than the Honda. Great review; really great info and lots of good testing that we love to see.

[@lbjgh]

It always surprises me how much mud and gnarly stuff these vehicles can drive through. It was clear the additional momentum given to the Maverick gave it an advantage on the hill climb. Regardless both trucks would get up the cottage laneway. Good job, you drive these trucks through worst conditions than most people do with their Ford F150 raptors.

[@seruresto1386]

Yeah that was not even close to comparable runs between the two :/

[@casper24ism]

Yes he gave a little more momentum,but you forget because the honda before tore up the track makes it harder to get through

[@bbgator1]

@@seruresto1386 This video is silly to begin with. 99% of owners of both these will never be driven on anything that a small sedan cannot do. Smooth dirt roads etc. No one is taking these things truly off road. Off road packages in this segment is cosmedic. I doubt that many full size trucks ever leave the pavement except to do an illegal u-turn in the median.

[@mjg1544]

The reason the Maverick has a deeper bed is because it doesn’t offer a storage trunk, nor a hidden full sized spare tire. I’ll take the hidden spare, the trunk, and the 50” wide flat bed of the Ridgeline anyway because I can haul 25 sheets of 4’x8’ plywood or drywall with the tailgate down. Designing it with a lack of wheel wells was genius. I just wish it had a 9.5” ground clearance.

[@chrisb9478]

The Ridgeline is a great truck, but Honda has never done it justice. It needs a trim with 9-10” inches of ground clearance. Subaru did it with their Wilderness models 🙄. I shouldn’t have to take a brand new truck and pay to get a 3” lift kit installed that could be iffy.

[@gs-pd5ox]

It is odd that other trailsport trims do sit and inch or so higher but the ridgeline doesn't.

[@mediocreman2]

You should look into the history of Honda a little bit more.

[@chadwickburdick9403]

You are very honest and open minded vs other truck fans and truck reviewers. It really stands out in your reviews Im shocked you do not have half a million subs.

[@Mc_Whitty]

We all knew the maverick would be better off road just due to ground clearance. But I still have to give thw honda props for not getting stuck. Give it even more aggressive tires and 1 1/2" lift and you're golden.

[@plmn93]

The comparison I didn't know I needed. Nicely done.

[@SWebb-tg1ki]

My name too is Steve, i own the Maverick lariat from original preorder back in 22. Awesome truck as long as u not looking to lug anything it wasnt designed for.

[@TalkingHands308]

I have a Maverick, sadly not the Tremor though. But I love it so far. 2 years 30,000 miles in.

[@carlson2012abqb]

Best truck channel on the internet! Love your videos. I think it might be time to upgrade from my Ecosport 🤣

[@jerrypowers7671]

It was time to upgrade that the day after you bought it.

[@carlson2012abqb]

@@jerrypowers7671 chill

[@jerrypowers7671]

@@carlson2012abqb haha ok

[@carlson2012abqb]

@@jerrypowers7671 I love my car just need a little bit more room now

[@TruckKing]

Thanks 👍

[@Fabwal]

I saw an elderly couple leaving Walmart, head to a Honda Ridgeline. Because of the low bed height, they easily loaded their large items into the bed. They also had no problem getting into the Ridgeline, they just slid right in, like a car. Ridgeline, Maverick, and Santa Cruz are perfect vehicles for the elderly.

[@rodjbosch]

Have those exact Falken Wildpeaks on the wife's Bronco Badlands with steely wheels and optional tires. They are a fantastic tire for a daily driver in western Canada,especially in winter. Mud....yeah but i sure wouldn't wanna go deep. The Bronco Sport and Maverick off road.....pretty close. The odds of many using either the Ridgeline or Maverick for serious off road is slim. We've managed alot of snow,some mud....about all these trucks will ever see.

[@grizz474]

I'd love to see a Ridgeline with a lift, low range and a locker. I would buy one in a heartbeat. It would probably become the No.1 selling mid size. I'm old and don't really need/want an F150 anymore.

[@terrybaileysr.3714]

Why? If you want all that just get a different truck. Why do I need ground clearance to go to Lowe’s to get some plywood? That plywood fits better in the Ridgeline than the Maverick. I go on vacation I want that sweet smooth ride. The most off road I would maybe get is a parking area at a fair or to cross a pasture field. Folks seem to never understand who it is that the Ridgeline appeals too. We are not snot nosed teenagers fired up to go off-roading and break stuff. We are older gentleman that just want to have the utility and the smooth ride. Ridgeline is perfect for us.

[@lancelotlink3907]

Agreed. After 2 full size Rams and a couple of Fords I dont want to drive a full size truck anymore. They barely fit in the garage and theyre hard to park. The Ridgeline is the truck for me. The V6 and wide comfy interior, trunk and swing out tail gate is what I need. A lift kit would be nice looking but if im going off road im buying a short wheel base Bronco.

[@bradh6185]

There are lift kits available from the dealers and other places. First gear can be accessed in S mode. Normal mode starts out in 2nd. The AWD system does so well that you might not need a locker.

[@LancelotLinkSecretChimp]

Honda should have 2 different Ridgelines. One for off roading with a lift, low range and lockers and one for people like me who use my trucks for city driving. The problem is the people running this country are pushing for better MPG and electric trucks and cars. A radical Ridgeline would most likely have to have a 4 banger turbo or be an EV. A radical Ridgeline would get poor MPG and the so called environmentalists running this country in 2024 wont have it.

[@Oncewaslostbutnowimsaved]

GMC Canyon is the king of mid size trucks right now. Absolute best bang for buck for performance and capability. 23mpg and 7,700ib towing while still having 4x4 and 2 speed transfer case is kicksss

[@k2rizzle]

Great video...always enjoy the content. I own a 24 Maverick Tremor and love it. I liked the look of the Tremor and capabilities but honestly liked the BAP features are barely more than BAP with better rims/tires/capabilities and 25:48 resale value. Ford needs to figure out 4K towing and maybe a little more payload for the Tremor. Ridgeline significantly bigger, nicer ride I'm sure but not same size class IMO. A mini-Honda truck would be interesting. Someone besides Ford and Hyundai will take a swing at mini-truck and I love the segment and more competition will make it better. Need to keep it affordable though.

[@13Monkeys]

I really appreciate your reviews. They are very thorough and have good info and specs on the vehicles that many other reviewer overlook or just don't include. Thanks!

[@josephharvey5742]

I prefer the Honda and considering buying the next generation they come out with which should be more appealing to the eye!

[@LasVegasNevada-f5x]

My ridgeline is for homedepot run and long driving. Love the interior luxury feeling and look. I'm happy with it. If I was in my 20s, I would get a tacoma for sure.

[@Ryan-cf6lc]

One thing I’ve noticed is both Ridgeline and Maverick owners really seem to love their trucks. For me, I think the Ridgeline is worth the price to get the extra capability and v6 linear power and long-term reliability.

[@IMP3TIGO]

Hondas built in Alabama don't have the famous Honda reliability. Just read about the RL's ongoing issues with water leakage inside the cabin due to poor manufacturing at the AL factory.

[@RBB52]

@@IMP3TIGO I have never heard of this. I have a 2017 Ridgeline Touring and it has been just as reliable as any Honda I have owned. Absolutely nothing has gone wrong with it and zero repairs of any kind. My only expense in 7 years has been oil changes and new tires. And yes, it was made in Alabama in September of 2016...an absolutely wonderful vehicle and my second Ridgeline.

[@KatarinaP-u6r]

@@IMP3TIGO Lies zero evidence to back that up. Ive never had an issue with any of my Honda suvs or cars.

[@Nitroscion]

@@KatarinaP-u6rDude, just because you never had a problem, doesn’t mean other people don’t. My mom bought a 2000 crv and it’s still going. She ended up buying a 2015 crv and it had engine problems where It would just keep her stranded. The last time it left her stranded, she was so pissed, she left it there and sold it to a Subaru dealership for only 500 dollars. She ended up getting a brand new 2020 Subaru ascent.

[@lancelotlink3907]

Agreed. The Ford Maverick is a 4 cylinder that will be in the shop a lot after it hits 50K miles and its made in Mexico. No thanks!

[@mountainhobo]

Ridgeline with an extended cab and 6.5' bed would be much more interesting to me.

[@69Harveyb1]

I have the extension gate that locks in. It isn't the same as having the bigger bed you're looking for but it's been enough for the few times I've used it.

[@marks6072]

Tremor will have major engine/trans repairs to make it to 250,000 miles... The Ridgeline will only need a couple timing belt changes...

[@jareddavis105]

really nicely done. I appreciate when you sit in the back seat, and especially a comparison like this. I have no need for off road worthiness, that being said I love the Ridgeline packaging but couldn't stand the 23 and below lacking a center console.... could not stand the pull down arms. I bought a 23 Maverick Hybrid in November and when it came down to it the interior room was great for the sizing and like you showed not a huge difference in the back seat, but the big winner for me was the hybrid powertrain. I am regularly getting over 40 MPG on a tank. That being said had the Ridgeline had a hybrid it would have been a harder decision.

[@BS-zg7dn]

The 24 Ridgeline has a big fat arm rest and console now.

[@jareddavis105]

@@BS-zg7dn yep, I like it

[@brickfollett]

I have a 2023 Ridgeline and I love it. Your use case is spot on, great commuter vehicle and very comfortable (and quick) on road. I was almost thinking about holding out for the 2024 model year and I'm glad I didn't because I was super disappointed in the trailsport. Really all they did is put different tires on it. No extra drive modes, no lift, even though there are plenty of aftermarket options for that. Skid plate was a miss too, there are lots of skid plates that cover various areas for the Ridgeline available aftermarket too. I briefly considered the Maverick tremor but was put off by the tow capacity because I do tow with my Ridgeline and it does well, and certainly do use the bed to haul stuff. I think my biggest disappointment with the 2024 model year was the deletion of the in bed audio on all trims (to my awareness). It's one of my favorite features on my 2023 RTL-E which was replaced by the trailsport in the American line up. The trailsport also doesn't have power in the bed, my rtl-e has a 400w plug back there and LED bed lights whereas the trailsport uses incandescent. Not a big deal for the lights but still note worthy. I'll eventually get some more aggressive tires for mine and go up a size too. I believe you can put a 265 tire on them and risk some minor rubbing. Stock is 245 and I'll probably split the difference and go with a 255, which will effectively give me an extra 1/4" of ground clearance. Not much but it could make a difference. I also ripped out my lower front fascia, being that air dam up front you mentioned was dragging. No issues with having it removed and it makes the truck "look" a little taller too. Over time I'll add skid plates to the front, middle and back but I really don't go extreme with offroading, or do it on a regular basis, but it's a great peace of mind thing for if I need it

[@sharkskin3448]

I actually prefer the real gauges on the 23. Something about virtual instruments worries me.

[@knightup6420]

I put a 1 1/2 inch leveling kit on mine, Nitto Terra 265/60R18 with a 1 1/2 Bora speaces. It improved the look of the Ridgeline tremendous.

[@danhughes1814]

How did removing the air damn affect your fuel efficiency?

[@brickfollett]

@@danhughes1814 no change at all

[@dlg5485]

Just bought a 2024 Ridgeline Black Edition and I'm loving it so far. The comfort, versatility, capability and just overall functionality are unmatched by any other midsize truck. That said, I think the TrailSport trim is a missed opportunity. If Honda had at least offered a suspension lift and added some belly protection, I would have gone with the TrailSport instead of the Black Edition, but I decided on the BE for the extra features and I'll eventually customize it to add some off road capability. I traded my 2023 Frontier Pro4x which I never liked from day one...hated the bizarre transmission behavior and the infotainment system crashed at least once a week. I commute 2 hrs per day in my vehicle, so if I hate driving it, it's gotta go.

[@Pappagar]

Same... we need a lift for this to be worth it.

[@subaruwrxsti300]

The Ridgeline really positively surprised me. I was not expecting it would be able to "keep up" with the Maverick Tremor. Great review, as always!

[@thebaldwonder421]

Kept up, yes with the Maverick slightly ahead. Not that it really matters, because it doesn't!

[@indycharlie]

With a running start , that the Honda didn't get ! @@thebaldwonder421

[@brooklyn5466]

I went riding in back woods of the Adirondacks with my Tremor and it was fine. I also got stuck in big deep hole and the 4 wheel drive got me out just fine also.

[@saliston]

The Trailsport package doesnt add any offroad capabilities. Honda really needs to up date it so it adds a couple more inches of clearance and skid pads. The ridgelines AWD system is incredibly good. One of the best in the industry.

[@tylermacconnell217]

Clearly not as good as the Maverick Tremor AWD though, with the rear clutch locker.

[@atmartens]

The Maverick’s benefited from better tires, not a better AWD system.

[@Jaredbar]

@@atmartensand less weight 3700 vs 4500 pounds. 800 pounds is a lot

[@tylermacconnell217]

@@atmartens I disagree. The Honda has no way to lock the rear axle; the Tremor does. Otherwise, they are very similar AWD systems with a clutch based front to rear setup.

[@johnlopez3001]

KZbin channel JonDZ Adventures uploaded, Honda Ridgeline vs Landcruiser vs Jeep on 40 ...

[@johnbaker8930]

Excellent review. I love my 23 Ridgeline RTL E. Does everything I need it to do while being a very comfortable commuter.

[@lancelotlink3907]

Agreed and the V6 is the smoothest truck motor ive ever driven. The Ridgeline feels like a luxury SUV inside and the Maverick feels like a economy truck.

[@Iberian247]

29:35 We all hate the electro-nannies. Please Manufacturers, let us shut them off.

[@2011bluj]

I have a Subaru forester…and I’m just here cause I enjoy watching your videos with no intention of changing to any type of truck lol just subscribed!

[@user-yh7hj9qf6e]

Question, was there an after action on the Ridgeline? You mentioned a few times where you dragged the bottom on both vehicles. Was interested to see how the Honda did. Thank you.

[@witwicky735]

Thanks for having an open mind to any vehicle, and explaining why Jeeps used to be able to do ANYTHING (small, narrow, and light)! New subscriber here, and was afraid your channel was going to be another GO BIG or GO HOME! channel, but its not at all. Looking forward to more. PS - Im old, and our dealership used to carry tons of 4-cylinder, soft top, no back seat Jeeps (this was the YJ days) with no air, no big stereo, sometimes no carpet. Brand new they were just over $11,000. We took them right out to the river bottoms and they would go anywhere.

[@cputeq007]

Traded my 23 Colorado Z71 for a 23 Ridgeline RTL and love it. Yeah I gave up clearance and torque, but for 99.9% of my daily driving, the Honda smokes the Colorado- the trunk alone is worth the admission price. Glad he mentioned the nature of the power delivery (linear vs turbo) because I hit that same phenomenon in Colorado vs Ridgeline towing the same trailer up a small curved hill - I would have to gas, gas, gas then BOOM in the Colorado vs a much more linear delivery with Ridgeline. Bith great trucks but love my Honda. Honestly impressed by the Maverick as well, looks like a hoot for off-road!

[@the305hauler]

Booyah 👊🏽 😁 👍🏽 🇺🇸 But yes mid size to compact But the hybrid maverick is Actually a larger engine 2.5L compared to 2.0L Ecoboost

[@Wolf-oe7ko]

As a maverick owner, I was curious what you would say in this video. Honestly I wouldn't switch to a Ridgeline because it has nothing my maverick can't do. Also to clarify one of the things you got wrong, not every maverick was made in Mexico. I do have a first production before anyone asks. Never had any major issues. It has preformed better than I expected. I bought it, not expecting to tow and I've done a ton of it. You also get into cost, I never considered a Ridgeline because they are way too expensive. Considering that it's a midsize truck but it is comparable to the compact trucks, tells me that it's not worth that price tag.

[@edrader]

check back in a few years

[@JamesOMalley-hb4tf]

Can't do anything your maverick can't do? Say what? 😂 You can't even tow 2k lbs 😂

[@Wolf-oe7ko]

@JamesOMalley-hb4tf actually if I had to tow package it's 4k but again didn't buy it for towing. I have towed an estimated 2.7k as the trailer was rated for 3.3k. But I'm just letting you know my experience with my truck

[@JamesOMalley-hb4tf]

@@Wolf-oe7ko like I said, you can't even tow 2k lbs. 🤣

[@Jameshhl]

Ridgeline is the better truck, but for my use case I would get a base model Maverick for under $30k. I don't need the capability of a real truck for towing or hauling, just a daily with a bed to haul my mountain bikes to the trail, trips to the beach and then just hose it down afterwards. Smaller size also mean easier to navigate and park for normal daily stuff like going to work, errand runs, grocery trips etc.

[@WalterA-b3d]

Great comparison of these two trucks. Really like the underside ramp views you provide. For me, the Maverick Tremor.

[@jsteinbeck07]

The Ridgeline rear diff is a twin clutch unit like the maverick, it can torque vector, or lock like the mavericks.

[@icare7151]

Honda; 1: Software update needed 2: Lift Kit 3: Better tires 4: Stronger and additional under body protection

[@rudymoralesjr]

Traxda, NoLo Designs, and Ridge Grapplers. The software...well...

[@dabradguy]

@@rudymoralesjr If I remember right, the sand mode will let you spin tires all day long without cutting power and essentially locks the rear.

[@MrKnightoflight]

I have a 2019 Ridgeline RTL AWD. I have taken it on muddy back roads, and it did great in mud mode. It also does great in snow. I have not tried it on sand, except in loose grave with sand mode. It did great! Due to the larger size, swinging tail gate, in bed trunk, and Made in USA, I definitely prefer the Ridgeline over the Maverick.

[@max_archer]

I don't think that hook on the Ridgeline would hold up to a real recovery, it's probably just there to tie it down in shipping.

[@AnabolicRick915]

I have a 2023 Bronco Sport Badlands, which underneath is very very similar to the Maverick Tremor. Same engine, same rear clutch unit, just better suspension and a taller ride due to factory lift. It’s got just a bit more clearance and much better approach departure angles than the tremor but the powertrain is not the issue. It’s clearance. I went overlanding with a group last year and my Bronco was keeping up, and even doing BETTER than some Taco’s on 33’s that were getting stuck on a sharp incline. I never got stuck going up a sharp gatekeeper but most Tacomas I was running with did. However, that being said, because of its low ground clearance I completely taco’d my exhaust and had to limp back home because it was rubbing against my driveshaft. Had to wire it to the frame away from the driveshaft which was a pain to trail fix. To this day I swear by the Maverick Tremor/ Badlands capability, but its ground clearance is a very strong downside. Even with a lift it will never get close to the flexibility a body on frame vehicle can have with tire sizes and lift/ suspension upgrades. I’m actually currently looking at a Bronco 2 Door Wildtrak just because I want something that won’t make me get sweaty palms when presented with more challenging terrain that I can blow up my underside.

[@wildbill23c]

The Maverick seems to be more impressive than many of us thought they'd be. The downside is they have limited tow capability, but if you wanna tow, buy a bigger truck....even my 1987 Ford Ranger has a 2,000 pound towing capacity, only because Ford downrated the manual transmission equipped trucks back then...the automatics were rated for 5,000 pounds if I recall.

[@dvader3263]

At least non Tremor Mavericks can be had with the 4k tow package.

[@wildbill23c]

@@dvader3263 The Hybrid doesn't offer it, and I don't think you can get it with the Fx4 package either if I recall.

[@arkhsm]

@@wildbill23c Just checked, and weirdly, the FX4 package REQUIRES the 4k tow package !!

[@ForeverDriven2121]

​@@dvader3263 tremors can be specced to haul the 4k, iirc. May be wrong

[@brthgo54]

Great video! Usually reviewers skip reviewing the AWD/4WD systems. Knowing how effective they will be when the nice forest road turns to deep snow, mud or slush is great. Also appreciate the issue of tires. Thanks!

[@rondail5675]

Thanks Steve for this video and comparison!!

[@tlor8922]

I own a 2023 ridgeline. Best truck if you have kids! The 7.6 inch clearance is great for my kids with side boards. I dont do off roading but light gravel roads for fishing camping and such! But if you are hardcore rock climber then Taco or other more capable trucks.

[@damien7881]

AWESOME VIDEO-CAN YOU DO THAT RUN WITH THE RAV4 TRD VS SUBARU CROSSTREK WILDERNESS VS SANTA CRUZ ? I believe that would be fairly challenging for all of them.

[@josiHanson]

The Tremor will still take em to school. The Bronco Sport Badlands and the Maverick Tremor have the most aggressive AWD system developed for a unibody vehicle.

[@markspence3750]

Ford needs to make a Maverick that has a topper that is connected to the front, so that the A/C goes into to camper/topper. If you ever go camping to some places in North Carolina, sand fleas, mosquitoes, etc. will ruin your vacation. That is when you need to escape into your truck, have A/C, and lets you sleep for 8 hours, and then drive away to a place with no bugs. So, basically a big battery to run the A/C for 8 hours, and a 2nd battery to run the engine.

[@scupking]

The Maverick is a beast of a little truck!

[@B86432]

Trailsport also has softer springs n swaybars for more articulation shocks were upgraded for 2017 w more off road worthy components

[@Ravenmachine]

Pretty good comparison but to be fair to the Honda, in the mud trail test, you slow walked the Honda and even stopped and rested it in the water before slow walking it vs plowed the ford through it with all the momentum. I’d like to see if the Honda would have done the same had you plowed it through also. Other than that great job on putting both trucks through the test.

[@ctvxl]

I was recently in the market for a small to mid-sized truck. I was seriously considering a Ridgeline, and also looked at new Mavericks. The Ridgeline is a very nice vehicle. The Maverick is just a bit too small and not super capable for the price. In the end, I ended up getting a 21 Ford Ranger Tremor with low miles in like new condition. It cost less than a new Maverick, and also less than a comparable used Ridgeline. And it is VASTLY superior to both at doing truck things. It rides nicely on road and is quiet and well behaved. Can tow 7500lbs and crawls over obstacles like they aren't even there. I have to drive on some pretty rough, pot-holed gravel road pretty often, and the Ranger Tremor just eats it up.

[@paulm6481]

The difference between these two is every Ridgeline has a great AWD, only Maverick Tremor trim has great AWD.

[@sounddoctor5decades]

all the fords are WAY cheaper, what do you expect, the tremor is 10K less than the Trailsport and kicks the poop out of it (except for the fan boys). If you want a fake truck, buy one from a company that actually makes REAL trucks and can bring to bare tech and experience then deliver on a "TRUCK" based on a crossover or compact car...

[@bryhul6534]

The Maverick can only tow 2,000lbs lmao ! And many atv's won't fit in the bed. Honda wins on everything except clearance which is easily fixed with a modest lift.

[@sounddoctor5decades]

@@bryhul6534 yup, you'll need those atvs cause Ridgeline is shit offroad

[@bryhul6534]

Unlike YOU I'm sure.. I have owned TWO Mavericks and now a 2023 Ridgeline. I have tested them both plenty & the Mavericks are not even in the same class for comfort & ride quality, seats are tiny in the Mav and no adjustments for seat bottom tilt. And as far as off-road the AWD system in the Ridgeline is light years ahead of the Maverick.( Mine were FX4's & I added Goodyear All terrain tires) the Mav's spin constantly before figuring out where to apply power, Ridgeline barely turns a tire one revolution before adjusting to conditions. The Tremor is a joke you can't even pull an average utility trailer with a small 2seater SxS on it or a small camper to stay under 2k lbs. Pitiful. Gotta prop plywood or sheet rock up on the tailgate & fenderwells to haul them. It's a cheap truck and it shows.

[@Boguardis]

​@@sounddoctor5decadeslmfao. If it's so shit why is it praised in the video? It's a decent off road truck. It's not pretending to be some rock crawler or over lander that can go anywhere. I find it incredibly ironic that the people who complain about "fan boys" are the losers who have the biggest bone to pick. Get a life buddy.

[@moguga6357]

Ridgeline is very good in snow even with stock tires. I used to travel a number of times from Vancouver to Kelowna in heavy snowfalls and Honda proved to be a reliable all weather vehicle. Unstoppable, predictable truck in deep snow. Drives solid, I can put my road bike right behind front seats and my pricy Festool in the inbed storage out of sight.

[@kimmbooo]

ground clearance for the honda and is good to go

[@forzafan92]

so i believe the reason why the maverick went up the hill just a bit better was because it didnt lose power to traction control, i do think that the ridgeline would have walked up it as well with the same ease if honda hadnt tuned the mud mode with traction control. otherwise, a great video showcasing two small but great little trucks that can get the job done

[@richardhuczko2326]

4:20 Santa Cruz has one. Nice bonus storage. Water tight with a water drain very cool.

[@crawdaddct]

I own a Ridgeline, love the truck, but no way I’m taking it through that. 😂. Looked at the Maverick, but they are just too small. I’m a big guy. Thought about buying a Ranger, but like how the Honda drives. Ford has stepped up their game and gotten serious about off roading. I own a 2023 Bronco and that thing impresses me every time I take it on a trail.

[@jrod237]

Awesome video boss👍🏼

[@Combat556]

Fantastic “real mud” review! I just recently purchased a 2025 Ridgeline Black Edition and love the ride.

[@Wrencher_86]

28:54 Honda is really stupid with their drive modes. Snow is OK on road but Mud isn't really worth anything. If you're anywhere near off-road, just put it into Sand and give it the beans.

[@kenj.8897]

Nice review 👍 I have on too many Fords, never again. 200 is in our garage and I couldn't be happier .

[@aaronbehindbars]

Can someone help me understand the breakover angle numbers for both of these. They tied at 19.6° despite the Maverick having nearly 2 more inches of ground clearance and a shorter wheelbase. Difference in how each manufacturer measures it maybe?

[@josiHanson]

Its the length of the wheelbase.

[@aaronbehindbars]

@@josiHanson The shorter wheelbase on the Mav should give it a better breakover angle, not the same.

[@maxwellerickson7066]

Has to be a measurement difference, as far as I can tell.

[@zbfng812]

Maverick is a mini/small truck. The Ridgeline is a mid-size truck. It'd be like comparing a Chevy Malibu (midsize car) to a Crown Vic (full size car). The Ranger Tremor would be the truck to go head-to-head with the Ridgeline. With that said, good video and it showed how well the little Maverick did. But Ford should NOT have skimped with 'paper' undercarriage protection. They should have used the FX4 skid plates. Poor call there.

[@Krkemdmc]

Ford is just better for building off road truck we just need to see Ford raptor r and the ranger raptor for his just better

[@Wised1000]

In fact, the rear differential of the Ridgeline is an electronically controlled SHAWD system that can proportion power side to side in a variable fashion up to 100% and can overdrive the outside wheel in a turn up to 15% in turns. The Maveric's rear differential is cude in comparison. That being said, its no rock hopping system. It manages wheel slip and traction superbly well but within its specific temperature limitations which are modest.

[@RedmanLS3]

Honda always better then a ford

[@jonnyh46]

Great Video, that Mav looks solid, really like it, not interested in RL but good comparison video.

[@davidwelty9763]

My favorite quote “the only place the Maverick lacks is in bed space, towing and payload”. Then what do you buy a truck for?

[@thebaldwonder421]

Check the Ford Maverick specs. The Maverick can carry something like 25 sheets of 4x8 (1/2 " ) pressure treated plywood lying level with the tailgate down.

[@drz400sm5]

Have always had a honda, car or suv as my wife's car. I have always had ford trucks. Guess which one is more reliable. Hint,not the ford.

[@daverules]

⁠@@thebaldwonder421what? the wheel wells are only 42 inches apart on the maverick so no way it was laying flat in the bed

[@Mr_Mik3]

It lays on the wheel wells with the tailgate straps moved to level with the wells.

[@dr3uu]

For the market it's in, its really perfect, compact truck perfect for city dwellers usually "weekend warriors" you can fit things here that you wouldn't want in your crossover SUV.

[@grantdeisig1360]

I bought a Trailsport and I love it, but the ground clearance is poor. I'll probably lift it after my warranty expires. The skid plate should go all the way across the belly, more like the Maverick as well. As for the recovery point, (Ridgeline) I thought about adding a custom strap that you can hook on before and after going offroad and have it buckle somewhere out of the way, however, people have pointed out that the recovery point is higher than the skirting, so a strap would probably cause some damage. So Honda needs to add some dedicated recovery hooks as well.

[@alreyer970]

I own a Maverick lariat. 2.0 turbo 2022. I absolutely love it. I have been a consistent Honda owner since 1992 Accord. The Ridge line never impressed me. The looks, the cost, mileage, etc. My Maverick cost $38,600. A big difference between it and the Ridge line. My Maverick is a lot of fun to drive and rides like a sport car (truck). I traded a 2017 CRV on my truck and I really liked the CRV but much happier with my Maverick!

[@Jo5ue1]

What are your thoughts on having a 4 cylinder Turbo you think it will be more reliable than a V6 NA Honda?

[@thebaldwonder421]

@@Jo5ue1 Ford has been using this engine in a lot of their CUVs for years. They're tried and true. The fact they are in a small "truck" should not change the fact that Ford makes great engines. I used to teach auto-mechanics at high school level and my classes worked on a lot of engines Ford, Chevy, etc. That said most engines made today (design flawed excluded) are good as long as they are maintained properly. My son had a 2012 Acura MDX (S) that used excessive amounts of oil. (design flaw in the engine). Acura repaired the engine well beyond the end of the warranty. Few automakers would do that. A plus in Honda's bonnet! That said it shows that just because people get on the internet with preconceived ideas that one company makes a better engine than another is unwarranted. The favorite Honda's that I ever owned were a 1986 Prelude and a 2005 S2000. Both fantastic cars with fantastic capabilities and engines. I loved the looks of every Honda I ever owned and only owned 1 that the garage couldn't fix right. (1999 Accord) That one I traded within a 2-3 year period. The S2000 is still in my family, it was a gift to my one son that loved the car since it was first produced. I have owned about 5 - 6 Ford trucks and never had a problem with any engine in any of them.

[@user-vb1gl7tn8y]

Wow I love the ramp to really see what’s going on under these trucks!