Is the New Honda Ridgeline a Real Truck? I Take It Up the World's Toughest Towing Test to Find Out!

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[taylor]

I've been a truck guy for 30 years, and I can say that's a good little truck. It ain't a superduty, but it's not trying to be. Different tool for different job.

[runwayray]

I owned a Tacoma. Now I’m on my second Ridgeline. Just got the 2023. Very comfortable. I like the push button transmission. After a long trip, you’re not exhausted, compared to riding a on frame truck. Fits all my needs. Much more comfortable than the Tacoma. Both are great trucks.

[autonewstv]

Just bought one Been researching for months.... This checks all the boxes for my If I need to tow I will buy the appropriate For everyday this is it.

[michaelbond]

I never knew Honda made a truck but when I took the leap to but my first Honda Ridgeline it was the best decision I made. It is a really good family truck and well recommend!

[deeps]

I like the Ridgeline. It's a great little truck but those wheel flares on the HPD model are hideous in my opinion.

[chrismisc]

I purchased a 2020 Ridgeline RTL-E last August when car dealers were struggling. I saved $5K off MSRP, which is excellent pricing for one of these. I love the truck. It's great on gas (for a truck), quiet, comfortable, easy to drive, easy to park and really useful for my 'Johnny Homeowner' needs. I shopped all the mid-size trucks and this one came out on top when you factored price, features, reliability and usefulness. No regrets.

[letsbehonest]

I love mine. So far I’ve used it to help people move dressers, office table, couches and random stuff. Call it what you want but it’s perfect for me because it’s also my daily.

[UntitledSpaghetti]

Hey TFL, the Ridgeline is capable of carrying a fullsize spare tire. Honda recommends such when towing in case of a flat tire. It gets mounted in the bed. Google it or check the owner's manual.

[ermangus]

I’ve had my 2019 RTL AWD for 20k now. I’ve previously owned a Frontier, 2 Tacomas, and a Colorado. By far, the Ridgeline is better by far than the other midsized trucks for daily life. I know it doesn’t have a low range or massive toe capacity. I know it’s limitations. I also know it has great power when needed (only midsize truck that will run with it is a Ranger) it does great in snow, and gets roughly 21mpg daily driving while using remote start. I have seen as high as 28 on a trip. Others are more capable, but paying 40k for a daily driver to beat up off road doesn’t make sense. SxS or older Jeep/Tacomas are perfect for that.

[chriswernke]

I purchased a 2021 Honda Ridgeline about 3 weeks ago. I have owed Ford, Dodge and Chevy 1/2 ton pickup trucks all of which had quality issues. For what I asked of a pickup truck, the Ridgeline seems to be the best truck I have ever owned. Time will tell its quality. I don't tow a trailer or boat so that is not important to me. The trunk in the bed is amazing, I use it all the time. The ride quality is outstanding. Fit and finish is top shelf. FL's review is very accurate.

[davidflibotte]

In June I purchased a 2020 RTL-E, I living in the suburbs of Boston, I do not towing anything, and as there is no off roading this is the perfect truck for me. Had I known they would have changed the frontend and added the volume knob, I might have waited, but beyond that I am very happy. Real world MPG (using the truck) is 18 to 19 MPG

[micheldionne]

My hunting buddies own these truck. One is a 2007 and the other a 2008. Both are bulletproof and they still look great. They still have a good resell value making them very cheap to own long term. Overall great quality.

[luchaDor]

It's honestly the truck I would need as a suburbanite. Fits in the garage easily, works in the winter well, hauls the family and my projects from Menards/Home Depot/Lowes, and tows the boat. Just haven't loved the looks, but with this redesign, I'm interested.

[janetg]

Great father / son review. You guys have a great relationship! I LOVE this truck and would love to own one someday soon

[ridered]

Just traded my 17 ridgeline for the 21 black edition. Couldn’t be happier. The 9 speed is butter and comes with a trans cooler and awd standard finally. Has tons of upgrades like locking tailgate and 2 position memory seats. The black leather with red stitching and red led accents was basically designed for me and the headlights and fog lights are led standard and look sharp.

[naturalverities]

The fuel economy is similar to what I obtain towing a 3100lb 19' camper with my '08 G1 Ridgeline. I have no complaints! I've also been forced to execute a panic abrupt lane change while towing the camper at 65mph and it performed like a champ without stabilizer bars!

[BrianNC]

You also getting legendary Honda long-term reliability that is up there with Toyota. Would you trust the Jeep gladiator to make it 300, 000 miles without major repairs?

[blurboards]

I’ve had multiple Honda and Acura’s with Vtec, and it’s a hair raising sensation when it hits. Had an integra with a Type R ECU that caused the Vtec to engage somewhere around 3000rpm and a cold air intake.When the Vtec kicked in on that car, not only could you hear that beautiful sound, but it was a considerable difference in the acceleration. The ridge line looks really nice, not in love with the plastic fender flares, but overall it looks really nice.

[mbiker]

I don’t think the independent suspension thing is the issue it used to be. Tfl loves the defender and it’s unibody with independent suspension. People who buy American trucks love the Tahoe and expedition and they are independent suspension. I think the only reason people don’t like the Honda more than they do is the dudes who buy American pickups have simply decided it’s weak looking and not a truck. Honda didn’t help matters. My tundra is quite a bit burlier than this thing. Beyond its image none of the complaints hold any water.

[richardhowe]

I have a 2014 Honda Ridgeline. I've had it for 4 years and am very happy with it. I tow my Yanmar backhoe with it with no problem. There is something I don't like about it. I'm waiting for it to break down and be unreliable so that I can buy a new Ridgline. This could be years of waiting. Love the video! Great job!