Final Thoughts: Truck Perception vs Reality! 2018 Ridgeline

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@jonbledsoe7158 6 лет назад

Great video. Most trucks on the road not even carrying or pulling anything and nothing's in the bed except McDonald's cups

@treydrier3169 5 лет назад

Haha! So true except for the twice yearly visits to Home Depot.

@steviedee71 5 лет назад

Jon Bledsoe ha ha so true!

@AlejandroP1980s 5 лет назад

@@treydrier3169 I prefer Lowe's

@monrepos1001 5 лет назад

so people can drive what they want!

@ltlewis15 5 лет назад

Seems like a use my Mazda B2200 harder than most use there full size trucks.

@ynot323 6 лет назад

I’m absolutely in love with my 2018 Ridgeline!

@qualitylandscapeandhauling7942 5 лет назад

Hi. I'm undecided on buying a Honda ridgeline or traditional full size truck. I'm just using it to carry a few machines for my landscaping business. Are they reliable ? Have good mpg ?

@treydrier3169 5 лет назад

@@qualitylandscapeandhauling7942 Yes the Ridgeline is very reliable. I bought a 2019 and man is it nice. The interior is streamlined and plush. I get mid 20's mpg. They also have the highest 5 star rating of any pickup truck. So its also very safe. Bottom line is it's very comfortable and a joy to drive while also strong enough to tow a 5,000 lb rig - should be plenty for landscaping equipment.

@qualitylandscapeandhauling7942 5 лет назад

@@treydrier3169 oh ok. I just wish they were a bit cheaper. Lol. Here in California they start at $35k and go up to $43k. They are nice though. Love how smooth they ride. Well thanks for replying back .

@justindavis5983 6 лет назад

the Ridgeline is really unappreciated IMO. it really rides like a car, which is amazing for a pretty capable vehicle.

@JohnDoe-qg7nk 6 лет назад

it a car

@agent863 6 лет назад

Really appreciate your unbiased and straightforward thoughts. I wouldn't have thought we'd get that, especially from a big truck guy. Thanks.

@brettoberry3586 6 лет назад

Best rated pickup in its class, by far. Consumer reports loves the Ridgeline. Legendary reliability and American made.

@treydrier3169 5 лет назад

Yep AMERICAN MADE!!

@james2042 5 лет назад

Great truck, consumer reports is a bunch of shills tho

@bryancassidy4873 5 лет назад

I previously owned 3 Tacoma's. TRD was the best. I test drove a 2019 Colorado and a new 2019 Tacoma. The Honda Ridgeline won easily over the others. A truck for men and women for all seasons. Camping, hunting, fishing, home construction and soil hauling too, and touring. Comfort, quietness, and convenience beyond. Powerful beyond expectations. Probably the best for 90% of the pickup truck population. I bought one and love it.

@davidgupton3764 6 лет назад

I love mine! It's quick, comfortable, and gets great mileage.

@dennistv598 5 лет назад

David Gupton true but it’s not that quick

@dieselandgasolineengines9537 6 лет назад

Nice review. The idea for extra space is amazing and a SUV front design is amazing for people who want a less aggressive look but also want a pick up truck to carry stuff for camping .

@Jonb01z28 6 лет назад

Was never a Honda fan always owned domestic until my Ridgeline but Honda has won me over with my 07 Ridgeline(125k) and my wife's 09 civic(200k) both over 10yrs old and have never once seen a shop for repairs other than recall airbags, I have no doubt the new RL would do the same. Another bit of useful info is the Ridgeline will fit in most standard garages GM twins, tacoma likely wont and neither will a fullsize. This is important to me as the FL sun is very very brutal on every exterior/interior part. Waxing only does so much when your truck sits 24/7 in the brutal hot sun all day, I see cars everyday that are just destroyed in a few yrs from the sun down here. At 40+k for any new well equipped truck IMO it must be protected as much as possible.

@davidfreeman4625 6 лет назад

from Google "Honda Manufacturing of Alabama (HMA) is an automobile factory located in Lincoln, Alabama. ... HMA is also the first Honda factory to have both engine die-casting and machining on site as well as vehicle assembly, under the same roof. HMA is the sole manufacturer of the Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, and Honda Ridgeline." Surely Alabama is domestic

@clayfree7428 6 лет назад

Exactly! I have a 15 Honda Civic and it’s bulletproof! The exact reason this is a perfect truck and I plan on adding one to my Honda family!

@josesbox9555 6 лет назад

I have an 01 Accord. Best car I’ve ever owned. Reason I’m looking at this thing as my truck.

@bloodline4507 5 лет назад

I have a colorado, and it does fit in a standard car garage, with room to spare.

@abecollins2266 5 лет назад

New Tacoma trucks are narrower than new Ridgelines and fit suburban size garages better. I tried both in my garage. That being said, for my needs I prefer the Ridgeline overall. It is so much more refined than the Tacoma but each fits a different need.

@davids2885 6 лет назад

We’ve had our ‘17 Ridgeline for the better part of a year now. We live in an inner ring suburb and don’t NEED a truck. But I do need a vehicle with the capabilities that the Ridgeline provides. Between my jet skis and my teardrop trailer the 5k lb towing is more than enough. The bed was just right when I brought home 30 bags of mulch. We just got done hauling 30 folding chairs and 8 tables for a friend. Can a full sized truck do more? For sure. But I don’t see the benefit of spending more so I can sacrifice comfort and mpg just to justify my manhood. I thought that was solidified when I married my wife and fathered two kids. The comments that call the truck feminine are comical coming from individuals who probably do a lot less MANLY things with their midsize truck than I do.

@brentjs121 6 лет назад

I'm on my 3rd Ridgeline and find it so hilarious of people to comment about it, but have no first hand experience with the Ridgeline. As you know, it has good fuel economy, great acceleration, comfort & handling of a car, etc, etc and last but not least, it fits in an average size garage.

@stemnozzel542 6 лет назад

Right on. Yeah, I though signing up and serving my country in the military over the last 2 decades proved mine; so I bought the best truck I could find for my lifestyle - money no object. Happy 2018 Ridgeline RTL-E owner now. No problem loading my dirtbikes in the bed (they're Hondas too). I don't own anything I need to tow, but waverunners and a small travel trailer are my speed.

@jthompson6189 6 лет назад

I bought a dodge ram for less than a ridgelines costs and can do a lot more. My only problem with the ridgeline is it's less truck and for the same price.

@stemnozzel542 6 лет назад

You can zero out a full size, with 2wd, small cab, no options, 1500 and get a machine that tows and hauls more than a Ridgeline, Tacoma, Colorado, or any midsize. If all you do is tow and haul, and dont care about comfort, you can buy the lowest end full-size 2wd machine for 31-32K. If you don't tow or haul anything routinely, I think you'd be a fool to buy a low-end fullsize.

@spatoine3009 5 лет назад

Love the comment. Most of these, "guys" so worried about their manhood have never used a truck for work in their life and don't even know what that means. Work for them means hauling their 4wheeler, snowmobile trailer and playing in the mud.

@oliverburton8486 6 лет назад

As a Ridgeline owner and having to deal with “tough guys” who think the Ridgeline isn’t a truck I’m gonna refer them to this 3 part video series! Great Job!! I love the unbiased yet informative and honest review!

@hippiebits2071 6 лет назад

Oliver Burton Dude, it takes a special kind of pathetically insecure individual to mock someone else's ride. I've got mad respect for those who don't follow the herd and simply buy what they want. Enjoy it, that is all that matters.

@jackassoftheweek 6 лет назад

Change the front of this Honda to something meaner and I'll buy 20 lol

@treydrier3169 5 лет назад

@@jackassoftheweek So you buy your truck based on the looks of the grill. Lol!!

@treydrier3169 5 лет назад

Oliver, perfectly stated!! It's the best mid sized truck on the market as long as you aren't off roading in the Rocky Mountains. If you are then buy a bigger 4 wheel drive monster. Otherwise, the Ridgeline does everything else better.

@ashishpatel350 5 лет назад

The micropenis truck guys?

@tylerp3397 6 лет назад

I actually like the look of the front end... part of the reason we bought our 2017 black edition. It looks way more sporty than a blocky looking truck. Got rid of our 2014 silverado for it and haven’t looked back.

@mustang1191 6 лет назад

Very good points. Appreciate ur objectivity, thx.

@treydrier3169 5 лет назад

Bought the 2019 Ridgeline on a Monday and drove it from Cleveland to Miami on Tuesday. 19.5 hours straight through with my wife and I alternating at the wheel. You don't know you are in a pickup truck. The ride is phenomenal. Buttery smooth. It has very good acceleration and handling. You feel very safe in it. My wife loves it just as much as I do and she's not a fan of pickup trucks. To be fair, I do not plan on using it for serious off road adventures. I haul things and have a small boat on a trailer. I also tailgate. The built in trunk underneath the trailer bed is perfect for tailgating as it can be used as a cooler. It even has a screw out drain cap for when emptying when the ice melts. I bought the middle of line RTL trim package. A very reasonable $37K sticker price. They gave me $3,500 off the sticker to sweeten the pot. It's a great package that includes leather seats, 8 speaker stereo, moon roof, heated seats, keyless entry, push button start, etc. I rented a Nissan Frontier a few months ago. Honestly, there is no comparison. The Nissan not a bad pickup at all but it just doesn't have the same qualities and ride comfort of the Ridgeline. Traveling 1,400 miles in less than 24 hours I can say with confidence that this is very comfortable pickup truck with a 5 star safety rating. Do yourself a favor and make sure it's on your short list.

@rickybroussard4107 4 года назад

Trey Drier Just curious, what was your overall mpg for the trip, since it was mostly highway driving?

@treydrier3169 4 года назад

@@rickybroussard4107 About 25 mpg.

@vrod1a 5 лет назад

Bang on review 👍 I am still driving my 2006 Ridgeline trouble free. And love it .

@kain545 6 лет назад

Thank you for doing this in-depth review. Opening my eyes to other vehicle brands while I used to be a very biased ford fan. After seeing this would really consider a ridgeline in my search for a newer vehicle.

@scottcomeau4464 6 лет назад

I own a 2017 Black Edition and I love it.

@travelingrailfan4634 3 года назад

Just bought a 2020. Love it

@nolefan87 5 лет назад

Great video. I was never a Honda fan. I really hated the looks of the new Ridgeline. But then I drove one. Seeing all the features and feeling the quality completely changed my mind. The looks are even growing on me. I will definitely be looking at one for my next vehicle.

@psxnitro 6 лет назад

LOL, you kept saying Pilot at certain times. Btw, I have 18 RTL-E, love the truck. I drive a lot of box truck and full size trucks at work, and I'd have to say I love how my baby truck drives even though I rarely drive it. This is a capable utility truck with light duty towing capability. If you live in the city, this is almost a perfect vehicle.

@aaronrepper7649 6 лет назад

Im happy with my 17 Ridgeline AWD

@dennistv598 5 лет назад

Aaron Repper good luck keeping up with the big v8

@GhostOfAMachine 4 года назад

If they release a Type R, I would get one

@travelingrailfan4634 3 года назад

This truck easily keeps up with stock V8’s and gets out of its own way just fine.

@MyKnifeJourney 6 лет назад

I really appreciate how you give props to even the Honda and how even though it's not a 1 ton dually that it does give big bang for the buck.

@SIGINT007 6 лет назад

It's good hearing a known heavy truck guy review this platform and touch on some things that other reviewers simply can't because they aren't truck guys and don't think like one. Good information and kudos for pointing out subtle but important things like it's made in the US.

@doug_EX 5 лет назад

Loving my 2019 Ridgeline Sport. It's the perfect size and it's very comfortable.

@pg11742 5 лет назад

Well done. I purchased a 2018 RTLE last year, and after 30,000 miles driven (Vermont & NY), I'm very pleased with it.

@jackbateman6839 6 лет назад

I have an 2008 Honda Rideline and love it. It’s has 146000 miles and keeps on going. The new model looks great

@garychambers5930 6 лет назад

Jack Bateman I have an 08 with 250,000 runs great I'll keep it forever

@yujishinohara1uponatime 6 лет назад

my 2008 with 180000 miles runs great, i like the quirky cool design and find really useful for everyday city use, an electric version with a 500 mile range would sell sell sell..

@Nick-yo9pg 4 года назад

2006 with 280k miles. Original exhaust, bearings and shocks still. I plow snow and tow car trailers with cars over hours of driving.

@sej4323 4 года назад

I have an 08 with 170 K. Haul past rated capacity a lot. Do some off roading often in my job. No complaints.

@rbstorms 6 лет назад

Your comment about the looks of the vehicle not being very truck-like is spot-on. I believe this is on purpose. Honda is not making a truck to appeal to truck owners. They are making a truck to appeal to Honda owners. Something to move up to when their Civic hatchback isn't cutting it anymore, but they don't want a minivan. This is not going to appeal to "real" truck owners, but very much might appeal to Honda car owners that feel they need the utility of a light truck. And, yeah, it's a Pilot with a pickup bed. A light, compact, all wheel drive pickup with almost 300 horsepower. I can dig it, but it's not going to replace a one-ton dually diesel for towing a full size RV.

@justiceleaguer9108 5 лет назад

rbstorms it’s not a pilot at all. Most parts on the ridgeline are specific to it.

@acephantom903 5 лет назад

@@justiceleaguer9108 It was designed to be based on the Pilot (first gen ridgeline) but they had to up engineer aspects of it. It shares a good chunk of the front exterior and interior materials with the pilot and software but I believe the whole drivetrain is unique from engine, transmission, to suspension. Not like being based on the pilot is a bad thing. It is a Honda Accord upscaled to a crossover but it makes a pretty good small SUV -- much better than most crossovers. "The ultimate dad car" ~ RCR. Same story with the Ridgeline. It is a car pretending to be a SUV pretending to be a mid-sized truck. Because of that it should make compromises... right? right? Oh, it only makes mild compromises? Okay.

@justiceleaguer9108 5 лет назад

acephantom903 well the 3.5 is common to the accord, ody and the ridgeline so I’ll buy that to a point.

@zzanatos2001 5 лет назад

How many people can afford a $70,000+ dually, have enough left over for a fifth wheel trailer, and still afford fuel, maintenance, insurance - and be able to take off enough time from work to actually use it? I don't know anyone who has the money.

@noelperez935 6 лет назад

Nice review. Glad to get an open minded person to get a good review. Most people on the internet just roast this truck. I think Honda nailed it with this truck. Great for a person that doesn’t haul/tow anything and in city type of truck. It definitely is very different from all the other mid size trucks.

@HablemosDelHuerto Год назад

I love my 2018 Black Edition. Very capable and very comfortable.

@jal316 6 лет назад

Functionally, for what I need, this is the truck I should get. I just can't get over the look. It's not bad but compared to the other mid-sized trucks, it doesn't compare for me. It's infinitely better than the previous generation Ridgeline, though.

@drewsiebert9903 6 лет назад

I hear you. I have one, and I don't love the look. The functionality outweighs the looks for me. I wish they would use bigger wheels a tires and give it a more chiseled look... But even though they didn't, I still love mine!

@spatoine3009 6 лет назад

Install the front lift kit and big tires. Problem solved. I've driven my Tacoma for 5yrs and have hated it the last 4. 16mpg, gutless, rides like a 1975 chevy 3/4 ton, bobs and weaves all over the road. To me, none of the others compare to the Ridgeline.

@bingham7957 5 лет назад

I think it looks great from the driver's seat!

@treydrier3169 5 лет назад

@@bingham7957 Lol!! I agree! I own one and it has a fantastic ride. Handles extremely well too for a pickup.

@arunarangil 3 года назад

Enter 2021 Honda Ridgeline

@chasdro 5 лет назад

“fruniture” Haha. Thanks for a great commentary.

@SaschaFerda 6 лет назад

It seems like Honda's answer to the Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The biggest problem I have with mid-sized trucks is that their MPG is about the same as the best full size 1/2 ton trucks but they are less capable. To me the main reason to own one would be parking. That said, I do love the fact that the Honda has a versatile bed and tail gate as well as the excellent suite of driver assistance features.

@TurdyMcTurdface 6 лет назад

Agree with MPG comment. My dad owns a pilot, went on a road trip with him through Montana, I drove my GMC Sierra w/6.2l, we had about the same cargo weight, drove the same speed, didn't draft and was doing about 13 mpg. My truck was doing 17-18 depending upon terrain. He had a cargo carrier on the roof rack, which contributed.

@spatoine3009 6 лет назад

Last guy must have an older style Pilot. I can easily get 27mpg with our 2016. Gotten over 30 with it on road trips. I got 27mpg on 170 mile trip hauling 7 people and luggage from a week long vacation with the cruise set at 72mph.

@brentwade9346 6 лет назад

S Patoine my 2015 loves gas ;-). I wish I could have its look with the new model’s mpg.

@virgoking1995 6 лет назад

Thanks for doing this video

@franciscogutierrez8353 6 лет назад

I’m just waiting for the Type R version to come out...🤣

@GhostOfAMachine 4 года назад

A Ridgeline to keep up with the GMc Syclone or Dodge Ram srt10 would be sick. The Ridgeline itself is already fast and I drive a v8

@christopherbrown1391 6 лет назад

I think it’s a good truck for some one who doesn’t haul a lot only on occasion very reliable truck my buddy has first generation and he does a lot of outdoor sports biking camping

@taylor2105 6 лет назад

Christopher Brown realistically, that's about 90% of pickup owners.

@christopherbrown1391 6 лет назад

Taylor St. Pierre very true

@stemnozzel542 6 лет назад

Exactly.

@josea5949 6 лет назад

Never mind your video just answered my question. Would the bed be able to accommodate a cap put on it due to it's different design?

@chrisy.9775 3 года назад

I bought a 2019 Ridgeline in spring of 2018. I love this truck. I get 23 mpg city and 28 mph Highway. It has the acceleration of a sports car, the ride of a luxury car, and it packs away all of my hunting gear in the spacious trunk under the bed. As far as towing, It can tow a small trailer. But, even living in a rural area if I have a big project I can generally get everything delivered for free. Love this vehicle.

@zognowak2842 5 лет назад

I LOVE the non-trucky look of the Ridgeline.

@ryanloveshonda 6 лет назад

Great review I will buy one once they change the front end from a pilot

@lucyadventures2023 4 года назад

Awesome video and review, thank you very much!

@DONphantasmo 6 лет назад

Great video and very valid points. Thanks

@luke8210 6 лет назад

The ridgeline reminds me of a ranchero or el Camino. I believe the el Camino had an underbed storage as well.... Hey Big truck, I was looking at your Amazon page. Can you do a review on your dash cam? I was recently looking at the same one. Curious on your thoughts on it. Thanks again!

@hawkins71 6 лет назад

I had a 2006 Ridgeline for 8 years it was an awesome vehicle... in the new generation I absolutely dislike the armrest, it seems very trivial but it keeps me from buying the Ridgeline and the Pilot. Once they change that I can see getting another Ridgeline... Great video!!!

@bryanmesser7098 6 лет назад

Great review

@travelinben1966 4 года назад

Excellent presentation. Thank you.

@rondail5675 5 лет назад

Great, honest, review. I don't tow. I don't even need a truck more than a half dozen times a year. So the Ridgeline rides and drives like a car but has the bed in the back just in case I need it.

@AlejandroP1980s 5 лет назад

True is good

@MaximumDIYGarage 4 года назад

Excellent review! Thank you for being open minded and unbiased in your opinion in Ridgeline!

@robertdahne8972 6 лет назад

I just bought a 2018 Ridgeline RTL-T AWD, my first truck, and I have been getting great gas mileage as well. I don't do very much city driving, or highway, and I am averaging 23.6 mpg. My first mostly highway trip I got 27 mpg. It has an eco mode, but the kicker is, i don't use it. I like the power when I need it. I was driving a 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid before this, so perhaps I drive different, but I liked the 255 HP of my old Accord, and took advantage of it too often. This truck handles great, much better than I expected. It holds the turns on the back roads. I even bought a Leer cap for it. Bottom line, I love the truck, especially the in-bed trunk, it's huge.

@jpatt973 6 лет назад

Great review Thanks. I work on a lot of the previous body style Ridgeline((they are well-built good quality vehicle)) which I like the look of better. The new one just looks too girly👩‍🔧 for me personally! But the capability for that size vehicle that's pretty impressive!

@danielc5205 6 лет назад

I'll recommend this truck to my sister. AWD for the Colorado winters and a bed to haul kayak and bikes. Plus, with four doors, she still can haul her kids and can park this in any parking garage.

@cjeam9199 6 лет назад

Daniel C Why wouldn’t an SUV, crossover or wagon with AWD work just as well? More internal load carrying space for the more frequent times carrying luggage or groceries.

@acephantom903 5 лет назад

@@cjeam9199 The back seats fold up and you can put a lot of groceries back there. Although you can't really carry people and luggage at the same time. Not unless you want to chuck them in the trunk and bed.

@bjthejackel28 6 лет назад

Spot on with the front end look. This truck doesnt scream pick up truck. However, it does measures up to the competition in my opinion. Great truck and Review

@notdone123456 4 года назад

I own a 19 Ridgeline sport, for a daily driver it can’t be beat, it gets good gas mileage, it’s quiet, the ride is really smooth, and I’ve taken it off road, on street tires it will still climb out of quiet a bit with the awd system that also has a locking rear differential. It’s really a great truck that a lot of people over look because they simply don’t know better and refuse to even look at it, everyone I’ve shown my truck to have ended up really liking it, some of them even thought about buying one for their next vehicle

@mattraymond2935 5 лет назад

so what is a good size camper for the Ridgeline?

@30-06 6 лет назад

I’m driving my second Ridgeline, ‘06, now ‘11. I’m thinking I’ll go for the third soon. It’s just the right size for my needs and I can do almost all I need for my ride to do while I don’t have to suffer from burning up more fuel

@michaelsylvester7272 6 лет назад

Great video tips. Thanks for sharing.

@chadwebb1345 5 лет назад

Nailed it about the look of the front end.

@josea5949 6 лет назад

Great review. Would of never considered even looking at Ridgeline. Thank you for the review. Gave me another option to look at

@patsyvennachio7985 6 лет назад

you didn't listen to what he said

@darmok-hm6jx 6 лет назад

Why did you watch it online?

@Brandon-yp2wy 6 лет назад

This was a great review Big Truck. I completely agree with what you said about the front end. The front of the first generation was more aggressive looking than the current ridgeline. Even if Honda had just kept the same front end styling from the first generation, I think the current truck would be way more popular as it offers a lot of features that customers are looking for. Hopefully Honda does not get discouraged by the poor sales numbers and they work to produce another ridgeline down the road. Good work big truck!

@bikebudha01 2 года назад

I come to you from the FUTURE!!! They fixed the front end in 2021. Just picked up a 2022. Sonic Grey Pearl... It's a great truck...

@wushock92 6 лет назад

Your review definitely puts the Ridgeline in a different spotlight on my 'stage'. It has a lot of features that aren't even on the other manufacturers' RADAR (2-way tail gate like on the old Ford/Mercury station wagons; bed speakers; bed 'trunk'). But I'm having a difficult time getting over my V8-Big-Truck bias. I can't even stomach the Ford Ecoboost yet. Perhaps some more of your persuasion with reviews of Tacoma and Colorado/Canyon would help. I've eliminated the Frontier. Rented one for an 1800 mile trip and didn't care for it at all. Look forward to each and every one of your videos. Thank you so much.

@hajileserpud9539 6 лет назад

Philip Muth hey buddy some insight on the Nissan Frontier would help me, what did you not like about it ?... I'm looking at one now to buy it's a 2016 with only 32k miles( private one owner )

@LockeClone 6 лет назад

As a contractor in a very dense city, my ridgeline was a very easy choice. I can park and cruise onto sites way easier than other people. Also the trunk under the bed is perfect for hiding all my high-value and delicate gear like PPE. It drives way better than any other truck I tried, and I've always been pretty biased towards Tacomas because I used to have one and loved that car. I think a lot of people have trouble admitting to themselves what their real needs are when it comes to buying things like trucks. I politely listened to a friend tell me why he could never drive a ridgeline because "it's not a real truck" and he couldn't put all his stuff in the back. He's an office worker who uses his F250 to move furniture once in a while... I do more work in a week with my ridgeline than he will with his F250 over the lifetime of that ownership...

@psxnitro 6 лет назад

Hajile Serpud as a previous owner of two frontiers a 98 king cab, and 08 crew, the new ones are almost no different from my last one. Brakes have always been my main beef with my frontiers. Almost bought my 3rd until I smartened up. Although for the price of my Ridgeline I could've gotten two base frontiers... if you're in a budget, frontier will be a great utility vehicle and grocery getter. But the Ridgeline is more for people that value comfort which is what it's great at. The way I look at it, it's best to buy a frontier when you have a second vehicle as your daily already & you have a really tight budget. If you're replacing your only vehicle, Ridgeline is the way to go.

@wushock92 6 лет назад

You nailed it, Leo. Bare bones utility, the Frontier works. Plenty of acceleration, too. But it was uncomfortable for this 5' 10", 230-pounder. The seats were too firm, not a lot of room for me to get in and out of the truck. And the F-150 V8 I rented on a subsequent trip (same destination) did as well or better on gas in much more comfort. Granted, for more money as well.

@nickeckemoff7631 6 лет назад

It has a bunch of features that work poorly. All the driver assistance tech is bad. Adaptive cruise control brakes excessively making people behind you think you’re drunk. Emergency brake and warning goes off unexpectedly. Self steering is a pain...ping pongs around and keeps shaking the wheel, which results in it squeaking/rattling. Rear seat door open so narrow that its really difficult to make childseat in and out. Don’t buy the truck for its features..

@sonixcz 5 лет назад

Love this truck with all its attributes.

@CommanderCronus 3 года назад

I used to have a Nissan truck. Not once did I ever have a need to tow anything, or go anywhere remotely off-road beyond the challenges of a dirt parking lot. This truck might be what I need.

@drewsiebert9903 6 лет назад

I couldn't go back to a regular truck now that I've had my Ridgline. I use the unique features on a regular basis - like the wider width bed area, in-bed trunk, swing-open tailgate, under-seat storage, etc. I don't use the in-bed audio as much as I thought I would, perhaps once/month. I use it to tow frequently. Up to the rated limit, it works great. I wouldn't want to go far over the rated tow capacity, but properly configured overloading with low speeds and short distances... it does OK. I also love the fuel economy, although that isn't that much better than 1/2 ton pickup trucks.

@motorve 6 лет назад

Most people don’t realized that Honda’s roots are in 0FF Road. They have history in moto x dirt bikes and quads and most things all terrain.

@bxbmbr766 6 лет назад

Almost at 100k subscribers, your channel is growing at an exponential rate

@g496r500t 4 года назад

BX BMBR you don’t know what that word means do you

@Optimistprime. 4 года назад

I LOVE my Ridgeline. Yes it's not going to tow a mountain and the styling is subjective and is only superficial. But I think it looks awesome!

@RobertJLessard 6 лет назад

You're bang on with the front end comment. If they made it look more truck like they'd really have something. Even considering that if I was looking mid size I would go test drive one now. They look much better than the last version which was rediculous looking.

@RonnieFry 6 лет назад

BOO! I love the looks of my 2014 Ridgeline. And it is not a conventional truck its a Car-Truck-SUV and for those comparing drive trains, no other truck or SUV can climb like a Ridgeline, ice, snow up the side of a Mountain, it is an AWD vehicle and out performs most 4x4's.

@darmok-hm6jx 6 лет назад

I want a white 2014. I like the body style. Saw one online near Denver. It had all the bells and whistles at 106K. Just beautiful. Don't like the new Ridgeline body style or a radio without a knob.

@chadj.w.anderson5473 5 лет назад

Finally, the truth and reality is setting in for me about how good the Honda Ridgeline actually is.

@ihateoutube 6 лет назад

I've enjoyed your Ridgeline videos

@grantlingley1385 8 дней назад

An excellent review and just tipped me over the edge to purchase a Honda Ridgeline! Incredible value for the money. I can tow my 5x10 Enclosed Aluminum trailer with my Dirt Bike easily and do all of the other things I daily and weekly! Thanks again for such a thorough review! I would love to see a video of how the older Ridgelines are doing from a Body and Drivetrain point of view. From my research to date, they are doing very well!

@bjthejackel28 5 лет назад

One of the most honest videos i seen thus far

@RonnieFry 6 лет назад

I have a 2014 Ridgeline. For a senior who wants a truck and an SUV and the comforts of a car this is it. Multifunctional, highly adaptable, easy to drive, it does it all. The prices in Canada are higher for the Ridgeline Touring and the equipment is so vast they should offer training courses. This is the ultimate winter beater! Every time I drive it, its a wow experience. Every new passenger is stunned by the creature features and the comfort. If their is a flaw its Honda themselves, their marketing of this vehicle is wrong. This is the ultimate utilitarian vehicle, a Swiss Army Knife for anyone who owns a house and has a family and a dog.

@stevenruble3934 6 лет назад

What’s gets me is that the Odyssey has a 10 speed with the V6 plus the instrument cluster and dash are way ahead. You can do the same and more with the van version with a rubber mat in the back.

@evolutionglitch4739 6 лет назад

Steven Ruble the Odyssey has always been an underrated workhorse.

@tgh117 6 лет назад

The odyssey just got the 10 spd this year, and this was redone the year before. I am sure this will get it eventually... love my odyssey though, does everything I need it to.

@stemnozzel542 6 лет назад

The 6-speed is bullet-proof. The 10-speed is new, and doesn't offer much more in fuel economy. The odyssey Tows 500lbs less than the FWD and 2000 lbs less than the 4wd. As good as this review is, he didn't show you how much cargo the ridgeline swallows with the back seats up and the trunk used before you need to put anything in the bed. The odyssey is great, my family owned one for years, but this is a different vehicle.

@errhka 6 лет назад

My 2002 odyssey can easily haul more than any truck without an extra long bed - but the point here is that if you are doing a lot then you wouldn't want it in your interior. Of course vans will always win the hauling argument even against most full size pickups. Towing and off-road are different stories...

@brentjs121 6 лет назад

In my opinion, all those gears is not necessarily a good thing. I test drove a 2018 Acura MDX with a 9 speed transmission.....it was searching the whole time, not smooth feel and made for a terrible test drive. I know it's not exactly the same as the Odyssey, but I'm sure they're using similar technology. The 6 speed in my Ridgeline is great.

@dcorica79 5 лет назад

I love my 1st gen ridgeline... It looks more like a truck than the 2nd gen

@coytus94 4 года назад

Daniel j Corica i do like the 1st gen as well as the 2nd gen. My only gripe about the 1st gen is how the sides of the bed pillar upward towards the cab, which looks a little weird, but other than that I've test driven one and they are pretty nice

@rconn4501 4 года назад

@@coytus94 are you speaking of the baby Chevy Avalanche look about the sides of the bed pillar towards the cab? If so, I actually love that styling point!

@slapshotjack9806 3 года назад

Well get ready for the 3rd gen because that’s gonna actually look like a truck again

@madogblue 5 лет назад

Great vehicle for folks that prefer a more car like sporty driving experience than a pickup, adding tow heavy weights frequently. With that said many owners tow quite a bit and are happy. For me it is a niche vehicle who's time has come for many users

@ryanmartinage 6 лет назад

If you dont go on trails and only need to tow say a boat or other object within its rating, its a great choice. Its comfy, quiet, AWD for weather on the road, and is just nice to live with. I seriously considered one but at the time I knew going offroad was a big thing for me. I would've gotten one otherwise.

@stemnozzel542 6 лет назад

It can go off road and on trails, lots of vids to prove its great at that. I wouldn't take it rock-crawling though, and you can't lift it (I think a Honda kit just came out though). If you're into off roading (like serious, tear-your-transmission-out, watch your 40K truck get swept away when you learn the river was just a bit too deep kind of stuff), yeah get a Tacoma or the Frontier Pro.

@ryanmartinage 6 лет назад

Stem Nozzel Im sure it could do dirt trails and such. TFL did a video with it and it overheated the trans.

@john-9658 6 лет назад

Ive taken it offroading. The only problem is the air dam will scrape on huge bumps. Other than that, it flies down trails

@RonnieFry 6 лет назад

You should check out the videos on RU-vid, Ridgelines will out climb most anything. I considered a Jeep Wrangler but the short wheel base and jerky ride along with few creature features made it the wrong choice for me. Ridgelines are Swiss Army Knives, from groceries to home construction they do it all and have a hidden trunk.

@stemnozzel542 6 лет назад

@John Yeah, its all-wheel drive system is kind-of amazing. It has an inch or so less clearance than its competitors, and the Tacoma alone has hundreds of different 3rd party lift and wheel options where the ridgeline now has exactly one. Maybe Honda will do a dedicated off-road option, but I kind of hope they don't. The other midsize trucks basically get more expensive with off-road options and packages above about $35K; the ridgeline veers the other direction with more driving/comfort features. I prefer its current balance - but if Honda wants to it certainly could lift it a couple of inches, throw on a light bar and call it an off-road edition.

@qualitylandscapeandhauling7942 5 лет назад

Hi. You made some good points. I was thinking of getting a Tacoma. But I test drove it and it was way underpowered. The backseats were cramped. I'm a 6ft 250 lb guy, so getting into a Tacoma is a challenge. Lol. I had a 2015 gmc sierra slt, crew cab ,6ft bed, fully loaded.....but it was constantly in the shop. Full of problems. So now I'm looking for a reliable truck. I will go look at the ridgeline this weekend. Thanks for making this video. I hadn't though of looking at Honda but you made some good points.

@marsar3396 6 лет назад

Well the ride is like very comfortable, like a car I love it.

@zeframc 6 лет назад

Does it have front or rear locking axles as an option? Or at least limited slip?

@stemnozzel542 6 лет назад

It has torque vectoring and an active AWD rive system. If you want a rock crawler, I'd look elsewhere.

@TOUCTI 3 года назад

Very, very nice review...

@fortunejr 3 года назад

What’s the suspension, wheel, tire set up in the picture?

@Vietboy85 5 лет назад

I just trade my 2013 BMW x5 Mpackage in for this truck. Sad to see my X5 go but it took me 10 minutes of driving this truck and i dont missed the X5 anymore. It’s so smooth and relaxing when driving this truck, on the other hand the X5 is more aggressive and you really need to hand on your steering at all time. I really don’t feel like I’m driving a truck with the Ridgeline, it’s more like a car, feel so light and easy handle. Lots of room and still able to fit 5 people comfortably. Love it.

@andreiz78 3 месяца назад

Love the picture of the Grey Ridgeline you show as the description of this video,can you please tell me what kind of wheels and tires you have on it? Specs on the rims and tires and did you have to lift it at all? Love the black rims you have with the wheels man. 👍

@bxbmbr766 6 лет назад

Can you please do a similar review with the Nissan Titan XD?

@crsantin 5 лет назад

Great review. You take the correct perspective on this vehicle. I’m tired of truck guys dumping on the Honda. I think it’s a better vehicle and value than any of the other mid size trucks. It’s not meant to be a half ton pickup and it’s not made to be an off-road beast.

@neil3858 6 лет назад

What’s your opinion on build quality of Honda vs your ford? I always wondered that because, I noticed some manufacturers put more emphasis on quality dollar per dollar.

@acephantom903 5 лет назад

Honda will usually have higher quality per dollar but at the cost of more expensive if it needs to be replaced. My 9 year old Honda Insight needs new headlights but each one is still $250. They were $500 each when I first needed them a couple years ago. Just.Keep.Polishing. That being said, Honda electronics are some of the more reliable in the industry. Hondas age very well if you don't abuse them and do regular maintenance. I honestly can't speak much for newer Fords when Ford made them harder to fix for more labor hours. Older ones are very good but they have lots of little things designed to break so other more expensive things don't break and it seems like you're always fixing. Fix Or Repair Daily. On the bright side if you can do it yourself it would only cost you $10-50 to fix things on old fords and maybe an hour of your time. New ones it might be $20-80 for the parts and 2 hours billable labor in a shop. Hopefully they hold together longer now because of the increased cost.

@electrica1215 5 лет назад

Great review and video, Very nice scenery too! Where was this recorded, South Florida?

@Saxafruge 6 лет назад

Not sure if you mentioned that the Ridgeline drives like a fine German AWD SUV, quiet fast and tight, handles great, with torque vectoring AWD, not that clutzy 4WD that most trucks have . This truck is for people who reallly don't like how body-on-frame trucks drive. I own a nice Ford F150 , but except for towing, i wish i had a Ridgeline.

@zBMatt 5 месяцев назад

When the biggest complaint you have about a vehicle that claims to do what the Ridgeline can do is that its front looks like an SUV you know the Ridgeline is something seriously good.

@stevebeard7667 3 года назад

My wife ownes a Honda Pilot as I understand it the Ridgeline is on the same platform with a stronger suspension. I have a Ram 1500 crew cab with the 5.7 Hemi i really like it but when I replace it I am so impressed with our Pilot I am getting a AWD Ridgline it will do everything I need in a truck It drives great and has great fuel mileage.

@jonathanbellows113 3 года назад

Would this work for a 6’6 guy?

@jus4getLovv 6 лет назад

Great review kiddo! Love Honda Ridgelines!

@Ahurtad1 6 лет назад

What wheel and tire combo is that? Sizes and brands please.

@wurly164 6 лет назад

Look it up yourself on the Honda website

@jordanyang3066 6 лет назад

Cross shopped a ridgeline vs a tacoma and ultimately I wanted more off road capability since I love the out doors and camp year round in remote locations. I do like the way the ridgeline looks and it drives very well. If the Honda had more ground clearance I would have bought one.

@misterdavebrown 5 лет назад

Jordan Yang I think it was Motor Trend that did an overland year through Death Valley in the summer with this, and the Nissan and Toyota off-toad models. They all came out a bit broken, but the Ridgeline was the best of the lot. Author theorized that the live axels on everything but the Honda meant that on extended washboard, the shocks were doing twice the work, and slinging more weight besides. If you’re literally off-road, maybe the Ridgeline wouldn’t work, but if you just handle bad roads, I’m thinking it’s perfect.

@Tom-ej8bb 3 года назад

U kept saying Pilot at the end. No problem. I only owned a Sierra for 14 years and now on my 2nd Silverado lease and my last! Yes people don’t realize that Toyota and Honda trucks at least are far more AMERICAN MADE than Gm Ford and Fiat/Chrysler!!!! Ridgeline, Tacoma or Tundra here I come in less than 2 years! Keep up the good work!! Thanks!

@ansmerek 5 лет назад

The Ridgeline is a great vehicle I won't deny that, but what exactly can I do with a 5' box? Drive around with the tailgate down to fit a push broom or fishing rod? The 5' box is the issue that makes this truck not exactly that useful for me

@Epicmodernfishing 5 лет назад

I love everything about my 2017 rigeline But I don’t think the rigeline can handle up mountain off road or driving on the sand beaches because my is in the shop now for transmission problem with 3rd gear slipping after 2nd trip on sand beach. This truck great for city guys do little camping & Home Depot stuffs but Not for off road. Hope it helps.

@gungadin6447 6 лет назад

Have a 2012 Ridgeline and when I answered Honda's ownership survey, I gave it low marks for looks and status. It's really like marrying a somewhat homely looking woman that is great in every other way. It (truck) rides great, handles well, very comfortable, easy to live with, unbelievably dependable (nothing ever goes wrong). The in bed trunk comes in very handy to hold luggage on trips. They've fixed the odd looking bed - now, if only they'd fix the grill for a more masculine, aggressive look. If that happens, odds are, I'll buy another.

@brentjs121 6 лет назад

Homely looking woman.......LOL

@mechanicsteve2320 6 лет назад

So does this thing basically have a front wheel drive engine and transmission with a drive shaft to the rear wheels? In other words which way is the engine setting in the engine bay? Sideways? You didn't show us under the hood.

@JHuffPhoto 6 лет назад

Mechanic Steve yes it is a front wheel drive based vehicle but it has a torque vectoring rear end in the AWD models. Yes the engine is transversely mounted. Although I have not tried it myself I have heard that it is quite capable in light duty off roads conditions. Biggest limitation is the ground clearance.

@mechanicsteve2320 6 лет назад

John Huff If its a transverse mounted engine and transmission in it then expect to have a lot of engine and transmission mount problems if your planning on towing with it. Also expect to have transmission problems in general especially if its using a variant of the minivan transmission they use in their small vans.

@JHuffPhoto 6 лет назад

Oh I don’t own one I drive an F150. I think it would probably work for my particular situation because I rarely if ever tow anything. I don’t think that it is really intended as a regular towing machine. It’s all about choosing the correct tool for the job. My truck is probably overkill for my needs but I like the large size and I like sitting up high.

@1000dotsdeath 6 лет назад

Thank you so much for this review I love the American made facts I'm seriously reconsidering Honda over chevy and toyota

@goitoutdoors 6 лет назад

yup, for me it's the front nose. I love everything about it but the front look and the height.. I would like more 4x4 capability.

@lexwaldez 4 года назад

If you want more 4x4 capability you want a Taco. If you want a better ride, more headroom, and a LOT better backseat then you want a Honda. If you want it to break all the time after a few years, then you want a Chevy or a Dodge. If you want a second house payment, then you want a Ford F150 (no reason to buy a Ranger for what they charge).