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The '''Honda Ridgeline''' is a [[pickup truck]] by [[American Honda Motor Company]].<ref name="2006 Overview">[http://hondanews.ca/Content/hondanews.ca/d6f7e22e-e62f-43de-8221-bf62f2da4aa3/Brochure/2006HondaRidgeline.doc 2006 Honda Ridgeline Press Kit (complete document), Canadian version], Honda Canada Finance Inc., dated 22 March 2005, last accessed 18 January 2018</ref> It is categorized by some as a lifestyle pickup.<ref name="Lifestyle">[http://www.autonews.com/article/20080421/RETAIL/304219950/lifestyle-pickups Lifestyle Pickups, Let the tradesmen keep their body-on-frame trucks; before long, other enthusiasts will switch to lighter, more fuel-efficient, carlike models], Automotive News, dated 21 April 2008, last accessed 25 March 2017</ref> The Ridgeline is one of only two trucks currently produced by the [[Honda|Honda Motor Company]] — the other being the [[Honda Acty]] [[Kei truck|mini-truck]].<ref name=actythree>{{cite web|script-title=ja:新規格の軽商用車: 新型「アクティ・トラック/バン」を発売|url=http://www.honda.co.jp/news/1999/4990527a.html|trans-title=Launch a new light commercial vehicle "Acty Truck / Van" new standard|language=Japanese|type=Press Information|publisher=Honda Motor Co., Ltd.|date=27 May 1999|accessdate=9 November 2018}}</ref> The Ridgeline is built using a [[unibody]] frame, a [[Transverse engine|transverse-mounted engine]], four-wheel [[independent suspension]], and is only offered in a crew-cab/short-box configuration with one [[powertrain]]. Honda also built unique features into the Ridgeline not found in other mid-size trucks, |
The '''Honda Ridgeline''' is a [[pickup truck]] by [[American Honda Motor Company]].<ref name="2006 Overview">[http://hondanews.ca/Content/hondanews.ca/d6f7e22e-e62f-43de-8221-bf62f2da4aa3/Brochure/2006HondaRidgeline.doc 2006 Honda Ridgeline Press Kit (complete document), Canadian version], Honda Canada Finance Inc., dated 22 March 2005, last accessed 18 January 2018</ref> It is categorized by some as a lifestyle pickup.<ref name="Lifestyle">[http://www.autonews.com/article/20080421/RETAIL/304219950/lifestyle-pickups Lifestyle Pickups, Let the tradesmen keep their body-on-frame trucks; before long, other enthusiasts will switch to lighter, more fuel-efficient, carlike models], Automotive News, dated 21 April 2008, last accessed 25 March 2017</ref> The Ridgeline is one of only two trucks currently produced by the [[Honda|Honda Motor Company]] — the other being the [[Honda Acty]] [[Kei truck|mini-truck]].<ref name=actythree>{{cite web|script-title=ja:新規格の軽商用車: 新型「アクティ・トラック/バン」を発売|url=http://www.honda.co.jp/news/1999/4990527a.html|trans-title=Launch a new light commercial vehicle "Acty Truck / Van" new standard|language=Japanese|type=Press Information|publisher=Honda Motor Co., Ltd.|date=27 May 1999|accessdate=9 November 2018}}</ref> The Ridgeline is built using a [[unibody]] frame, a [[Transverse engine|transverse-mounted engine]], four-wheel [[independent suspension]], and is only offered in a crew-cab/short-box configuration with one [[powertrain]]. Honda also built unique features into the Ridgeline not found in other mid-size trucks, such as:<ref name="2006 Overview"/><ref name="2017 Ridgeline Press Kit">[http://hondanews.com/releases/d7a2667d-4c87-41a7-8515-44e06ef9edc8/download_all 2017 Honda Ridgeline Press Kit (complete document)], American Honda Motor Company Inc., dated 9 May 2016, last accessed 18 January 2018 ''('''Note:''' This early press release has been found to have errors when compared to the production version for the vehicle and the options made available to buyers, such as: the turning radius, RT and RTS interior colors, and exterior color names.)''</ref> |
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* Industry's first In-Bed [[Trunk (car)|Trunk]] |
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* Dual-action tailgate |
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* Flat truck bed |
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* Flat cabin floor |
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* [[All-wheel drive]] |
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Contrary to some media reporting,<ref name="Forbes False">[https://www.forbes.com/sites/jimgorzelany/2016/10/07/will-hondas-ridgeline-spur-more-crossover-pickups-or-become-another-asterisk-in-auto-history/#3e3a6fe719ae Will Honda’s Ridgeline Spur More ‘Crossover’ Pickups Or Become Another Asterisk In Auto History], by Forbes, dated 7 October 2016, last accessed 15 April 2017</ref><ref name="C&D False">[https://www.caranddriver.com/news/2017-honda-ridgeline-spy-photos-news 2017 Honda Ridgeline Spy Photos, Breaking out of its mold-breaking mold], by Car and Driver, by Alexander Stoklosa, dated November 2015, last accessed 31 March 2018</ref><ref name="AutoNews False">[http://www.autonews.com/article/20131210/OEM04/131219986/honda-commits-to-second-generation-ridgeline-pickup Honda commits to second generation Ridgeline pickup], Automotive News, dated 10 December 2013, last accessed 31 March 2018</ref> Honda's publications state that the first generation (Gen1) (2006–2014) Ridgeline was a uniquely engineered vehicle with 7% of its components shared with other Honda vehicles. Its powertrain resembled the one used in the Gen1 (2000–2006) [[Acura MDX]] but was modified for heavier hauling and towing duties.<ref name="2006 Overview"/> The second generation (Gen2) (2017–present) Ridgeline took a different approach sharing a design with the third generation (Gen3) (2016–present) [[Honda Pilot]].<ref name="2017 Ridgeline Press Kit"/> However, Honda did have to create or modify some of the Pilot's components in order to support their next generation pickup, including: |
Contrary to some media reporting,<ref name="Forbes False">[https://www.forbes.com/sites/jimgorzelany/2016/10/07/will-hondas-ridgeline-spur-more-crossover-pickups-or-become-another-asterisk-in-auto-history/#3e3a6fe719ae Will Honda’s Ridgeline Spur More ‘Crossover’ Pickups Or Become Another Asterisk In Auto History], by Forbes, dated 7 October 2016, last accessed 15 April 2017</ref><ref name="C&D False">[https://www.caranddriver.com/news/2017-honda-ridgeline-spy-photos-news 2017 Honda Ridgeline Spy Photos, Breaking out of its mold-breaking mold], by Car and Driver, by Alexander Stoklosa, dated November 2015, last accessed 31 March 2018</ref><ref name="AutoNews False">[http://www.autonews.com/article/20131210/OEM04/131219986/honda-commits-to-second-generation-ridgeline-pickup Honda commits to second generation Ridgeline pickup], Automotive News, dated 10 December 2013, last accessed 31 March 2018</ref> Honda's publications state that the first generation (Gen1) (2006–2014) Ridgeline was a uniquely engineered vehicle with 7% of its components shared with other Honda vehicles. Its powertrain resembled the one used in the Gen1 (2000–2006) [[Acura MDX]] but was modified for heavier hauling and towing duties.<ref name="2006 Overview"/> The second generation (Gen2) (2017–present) Ridgeline took a different approach sharing a design with the third generation (Gen3) (2016–present) [[Honda Pilot]].<ref name="2017 Ridgeline Press Kit"/> However, Honda did have to create or modify some of the Pilot's components in order to support their next generation pickup, including: |
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[[File:Honda Sport Utility Truck Concept vehicle.jpg|thumb|left| |
[[File:Honda Sport Utility Truck Concept vehicle.jpg|thumb|left|255px|Honda's Sport Utility Truck Concept (2004)]] |
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According to the author of The Car Design Yearbook, the Ridgeline was "Honda's first foray into the true heartland of the [[Americans|American]] automotive way of life."<ref name="Foray">[https://books.google.com/books?id=vXxTAAAAMAAJ&q=The+Ridgeline+is+notable+not+only+as+Honda%27s+first+foray+into+the+true+heartland+of+the+American+automotive+way+of+life&dq=The+Ridgeline+is+notable+not+only+as+Honda%27s+first+foray+into+the+true+heartland+of+the+American+automotive+way+of+life&hl=en The Car Design Yearbook, Issue 4], Merrell Publishers, by Stephen Newbury, dated 2005, {{ISBN|9781858942865}}, last accessed 18 August 2018</ref> It was designed and engineered by [[Honda R&D Americas|Honda Research and Development (R&D) Americas]], led by Gary Flint, who took about four years to develop the vehicle.<ref name="Book"/><ref name="Autoweek">[http://autoweek.com/article/car-news/crafting-pickup-ex-gm-engineer-designed-ridgeline-honda-way Crafting a pickup: Ex-GM engineer designed Ridgeline the Honda way], [[Autoweek]], by Richard Truett, dated 13 June 2005, last accessed 12 November 2016</ref> According to the author of Driving Honda, the automaker decided to target buyers who were looking to transition out of [[Sedan (automobile)|sedans]], [[minivan]]s, and [[sport utility vehicle]]s (SUV) into trucks. Honda wanted to build a truck that could "...haul a boat and [[all-terrain vehicle|ATVs]], trees, camping supplies, furniture, and wood" while still being comfortable "carrying groceries, kids, grandkids, and dry cleaning."<ref name="Book"/> The design was first revealed as the Honda pickup [[Concept car|Concept]] at the 2004 [[North American International Auto Show]].<ref name="2006 Overview"/> Later that same year, Honda unveiled a [[:File:Honda Ridgeline concept front.JPG|revised version of their pickup Concept]] at the [[Specialty Equipment Market Association]] (SEMA) Show and announced the name chosen for their pickup, the "Ridgeline."<ref name="Ridgeline Named">[http://hondanews.com/releases/honda-names-all-new-4-door-4wd-truck-ridgeline Honda Names All-New 4-Door 4WD Truck 'Ridgeline'], Honda Media Newsroom, dated 2 November 2004, last accessed 19 February 2018</ref> The production version of the Ridgeline—which did not stray far from the pickup Concept's [[design language]]—was unveiled the very next year at the 2005 North American International Auto Show.<ref name="Unveiling"/> |
According to the author of The Car Design Yearbook, the Ridgeline was "Honda's first foray into the true heartland of the [[Americans|American]] automotive way of life."<ref name="Foray">[https://books.google.com/books?id=vXxTAAAAMAAJ&q=The+Ridgeline+is+notable+not+only+as+Honda%27s+first+foray+into+the+true+heartland+of+the+American+automotive+way+of+life&dq=The+Ridgeline+is+notable+not+only+as+Honda%27s+first+foray+into+the+true+heartland+of+the+American+automotive+way+of+life&hl=en The Car Design Yearbook, Issue 4], Merrell Publishers, by Stephen Newbury, dated 2005, {{ISBN|9781858942865}}, last accessed 18 August 2018</ref> It was designed and engineered by [[Honda R&D Americas|Honda Research and Development (R&D) Americas]], led by Gary Flint, who took about four years to develop the vehicle.<ref name="Book"/><ref name="Autoweek">[http://autoweek.com/article/car-news/crafting-pickup-ex-gm-engineer-designed-ridgeline-honda-way Crafting a pickup: Ex-GM engineer designed Ridgeline the Honda way], [[Autoweek]], by Richard Truett, dated 13 June 2005, last accessed 12 November 2016</ref> According to the author of Driving Honda, the automaker decided to target buyers who were looking to transition out of [[Sedan (automobile)|sedans]], [[minivan]]s, and [[sport utility vehicle]]s (SUV) into trucks. Honda wanted to build a truck that could "...haul a boat and [[all-terrain vehicle|ATVs]], trees, camping supplies, furniture, and wood" while still being comfortable "carrying groceries, kids, grandkids, and dry cleaning."<ref name="Book"/> The design was first revealed as the Honda pickup [[Concept car|Concept]] at the 2004 [[North American International Auto Show]].<ref name="2006 Overview"/> Later that same year, Honda unveiled a [[:File:Honda Ridgeline concept front.JPG|revised version of their pickup Concept]] at the [[Specialty Equipment Market Association]] (SEMA) Show and announced the name chosen for their pickup, the "Ridgeline."<ref name="Ridgeline Named">[http://hondanews.com/releases/honda-names-all-new-4-door-4wd-truck-ridgeline Honda Names All-New 4-Door 4WD Truck 'Ridgeline'], Honda Media Newsroom, dated 2 November 2004, last accessed 19 February 2018</ref> The production version of the Ridgeline—which did not stray far from the pickup Concept's [[design language]]—was unveiled the very next year at the 2005 North American International Auto Show.<ref name="Unveiling"/> |
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In addition to the features described above, the Gen1 Ridgeline's '''[[United States]] (US) and [[Canadian]] base model trims'''—known as the '''RT''' in the US and the '''LX''' or '''DX''' in Canada—came equipped with standard equipment including: |
In addition to the features described above, the Gen1 Ridgeline's '''[[United States]] (US) and [[Canadian]] base model trims'''—known as the '''RT''' in the US and the '''LX''' or '''DX''' in Canada—came equipped with some unusual standard equipment for its time, including:<ref name="2006 Overview"/><ref name="Specs"/> |
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* Front and rear tow hooks |
* Front and rear tow hooks |
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* Power door locks, [[Wing mirror|side-view mirrors]], door windows, and rear window; automatic up/down driver's window; and child window lock |
* Power door locks, [[Wing mirror|side-view mirrors]], door windows, and rear window; automatic up/down driver's window; and child window lock |
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* [[File:2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline multi-function center console-animation.gif|thumb|right|275px|The Gen1 Ridgeline's multi-function center console storage configurations (2009 US RTL)]]Multi-function [[Center console (automobile)|center console]] with [[Telescoping (mechanics)|telescoping]] [[armrest]] and |
* [[File:2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline multi-function center console-animation.gif|thumb|right|275px|The Gen1 Ridgeline's multi-function center console storage configurations (2009 US RTL)]]Multi-function [[Center console (automobile)|center console]] with [[Telescoping (mechanics)|telescoping]] [[armrest]], two [[Cup holder#Automobile cup holder|cup holders]], and two-tiered expandable storage; the rear of the console has two passenger controlled air vents, a 12 [[Volt]] (V)/10 [[Ampere]] (A) [[Direct Current]] (DC) outlet, and two [[plastic shopping bag]] hooks |
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* Two telescoping [[sun visor]]s with [[Rear-view mirror#Vanity mirrors|vanity mirrors]] |
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** 2007 model year updates added illumination to the driver's vanity mirror, making it the same as the passenger's. |
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* Overhead console with two map lights and an integrated [[sunglasses]] holder |
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* Damped and illuminated glove box |
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* [[Dashboard]]-integrated open storage tray (above the glove box) |
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* [[Liquid crystal display]] five-speed [[HVAC|climate control]] with [[micrometer]] [[Air filter|air-filtration]] system |
* [[Liquid crystal display]] five-speed [[HVAC|climate control]] with [[micrometer]] [[Air filter|air-filtration]] system |
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* Two dashboard-mounted 12 V DC outlets |
* Two dashboard-mounted 12 V/15 A DC outlets |
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* [[Tire-Pressure Monitoring System]] (TPMS) |
* [[Tire-Pressure Monitoring System]] (TPMS) |
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* [[Cruise control]] |
* [[Cruise control]] |
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* [[Pioneer Corporation#Brands and devices|Pioneer]] 100 W [[Vehicle audio|audio system]] with [[AM broadcasting|AM]]/[[FM broadcasting|FM stereo]], [[CD player]], four [[Full-range speaker|full-range]] speakers, and two [[tweeter]]s<ref name="RT Audio Parts">[http://estore.honda.com/honda/parts/view-honda-parts-catalog.asp?m=2006-ridgeline-4-rt-5at&dl=&sid=5 2006 Honda Ridgeline RT Electrical/Exhaust/Heater/Fuel Parts List], Honda eStore, last access 11 November 2015</ref> |
* [[Pioneer Corporation#Brands and devices|Pioneer]] 100 W [[Vehicle audio|audio system]] with [[AM broadcasting|AM]]/[[FM broadcasting|FM stereo]], [[CD player]], four [[Full-range speaker|full-range]] speakers, and two [[tweeter]]s<ref name="RT Audio Parts">[http://estore.honda.com/honda/parts/view-honda-parts-catalog.asp?m=2006-ridgeline-4-rt-5at&dl=&sid=5 2006 Honda Ridgeline RT Electrical/Exhaust/Heater/Fuel Parts List], Honda eStore, last access 11 November 2015</ref> |
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* [[File:Honda Ridgeline Rear Seat.png|thumb|200px|The Gen1 Ridgeline's 60/40 split rear-seat, with the 40% in the stow position, highlighting the flat load floor (2009 RTL)]]Split 60/40 fold-up rear bench seat with fold-down center armrest that contains two integrated cup holders and activity tray, [[Isofix|Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children]] (LATCH) system for three [[child safety seat]]s, and three adjustable [[head restraint]]s |
* [[File:Honda Ridgeline Rear Seat.png|thumb|200px|The Gen1 Ridgeline's 60/40 split rear-seat, with the 40% in the stow position, highlighting the flat load floor (2009 RTL)]]Split 60/40 fold-up rear bench seat with fold-down center armrest that contains two integrated cup holders and activity tray, [[Isofix|Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children]] (LATCH) system for three [[child safety seat]]s, and three adjustable [[head restraint]]s |
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* Rear-door power window controls and integrated cup holders |
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* Two overhead rear-passenger map lights |
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* [[Daytime running lamp|Daytime running lights]] for Canadian models |
* [[Daytime running lamp|Daytime running lights]] for Canadian models |
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* 2009 model year updates added:<ref name="2009 Manual"/> |
* 2009 model year updates added:<ref name="2009 Manual"/> |
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===Comparisons=== |
===Comparisons=== |
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When one compares the Gen1 Ridgeline's advertised interior/passenger volume and total payload with the other mid-size trucks of its era—the Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, Suzuki Equator, Dodge Dakota, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Ford Ranger, and GM's Colorado/ |
When one compares the Gen1 Ridgeline's advertised interior/passenger volume and total payload with the other mid-size trucks of its era—the [[Toyota Tacoma]], [[Nissan Navara|Nissan Frontier]], [[Suzuki Equator]], [[Dodge Dakota]], [[Ford Explorer Sport Trac]], [[Ford Ranger (Americas)|Ford Ranger]], and GM's [[Chevrolet Colorado|Colorado/Canyon]]—the Ridgeline has greater interior space and hauling capacity than its competition. However, when comparing the manufacturers' tow ratings the Ridgeline is at the bottom of its class. Excluding these extremes, the Gen1 Ridgeline tends to fall in the middle of these mid-size trucks' published specifications.<ref name="2006 Overview"/><ref name="Specs"/><ref name="2006 Comparison">[https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/car-compare?=&trim=AAbLHpc&trim=AAbLYsG&trim=AAbLBV5&trim=AAbLLgk&trim=AAbLGFe&trim=AAbLJhP&trim=AAbMgXY&trim=AAbLfbC&type=summary MSN Autos, Car Compare (2006 model year, mid-size, crew-cab, 4X4/AWD, trucks)], last accessed 16 December 2018</ref> |
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First Generation 2012 Honda Ridgeline Sport Second Generation 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL | |
Overview | |
Manufacturer | Honda, North America |
Assembly | Late 2004 – early 2009 at Honda of Canada Manufacturing Late 2008 – early 2015 and 2016–present at Honda Manufacturing of Alabama |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Light truck (mid-size) |
Body style | 4-door pickup |
Powertrain | |
Engine | J-series 3.5 liter V6 (gasoline) |
The Honda Ridgeline is a pickup truck by American Honda Motor Company.[1] It is categorized by some as a lifestyle pickup.[2] The Ridgeline is one of only two trucks currently produced by the Honda Motor Company — the other being the Honda Acty mini-truck.[3] The Ridgeline is built using a unibody frame, a transverse-mounted engine, four-wheel independent suspension, and is only offered in a crew-cab/short-box configuration with one powertrain. Honda also built unique features into the Ridgeline not found in other mid-size trucks, such as:[1][4]
- Industry's first In-Bed Trunk
- Dual-action tailgate
- Flat truck bed
- Flat cabin floor
- All-wheel drive
Contrary to some media reporting,[5][6][7] Honda's publications state that the first generation (Gen1) (2006–2014) Ridgeline was a uniquely engineered vehicle with 7% of its components shared with other Honda vehicles. Its powertrain resembled the one used in the Gen1 (2000–2006) Acura MDX but was modified for heavier hauling and towing duties.[1] The second generation (Gen2) (2017–present) Ridgeline took a different approach sharing a design with the third generation (Gen3) (2016–present) Honda Pilot.[4] However, Honda did have to create or modify some of the Pilot's components in order to support their next generation pickup, including:
- Extending the wheelbase[8]
- Modifying various parts to support heavier hauling, towing, and more aggressive off-road use[9]
- Incorporating notable features from the Gen1, such as the dual-action tailgate and In-Bed Trunk[1][4]
- Adding new exclusive features, such as Honda's Truck Bed Audio System[4]
Despite these modifications, Honda has stated that 73% of the Gen2 Ridgeline's components remain common in some way with the Gen3 Pilot.[8]
The first Honda Ridgeline went on sale in March 2005 as a 2006 model year vehicle.[10] Production of the Gen1 Ridgeline ended in early 2015. After a one-year hiatus in production, the Gen2 Ridgeline went on sale in June 2016 as a 2017 model year vehicle.[11] According to Honda, the Ridgeline was not designed to steal sales from the more traditional trucks sold in North America, but was developed to "give the 18% of Honda owners who also own pickups a chance to make their garages a Honda-only parking area."[12] Despite the Gen1 Ridgeline's sales,[11] according to the author of Driving Honda, this pickup was one of the more profitable vehicles for Honda[13] with reported sales in over 20 countries.[14]
Honda Ridgeline (2006–2014)
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Overview | |
Production | Late 2004 – early 2015 |
Model years | 2006–2014 |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Class 2 light truck |
Layout | Transversely-mounted front engine, all-wheel drive |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 2006–2008 J35A9 V6: 247 hp (184 kW)/245 lb⋅ft (332 N⋅m) 2009–2014 J35Z5 V6: 250 hp (190 kW)/247 lb⋅ft (335 N⋅m) |
Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 122 in (310 cm) |
Length | 2006–2008: 206.8 in (5,253 mm) 2009–2011: 207 in (5,258 mm) 2012–2014: 206.9 in (5,255 mm) |
Width | 77.8 in (198 cm) |
Height | 70.3 in (179 cm) 2012–2014 RTL: 71.2 in (181 cm) |
Curb weight | 2006–2008: 4,491–4,552 lb (2,037–2,065 kg) 2009–2011: 4,504–4,564 lb (2,043–2,070 kg) 2012–2014: 4,491–4,575 lb (2,037–2,075 kg) |
According to the author of The Car Design Yearbook, the Ridgeline was "Honda's first foray into the true heartland of the American automotive way of life."[15] It was designed and engineered by Honda Research and Development (R&D) Americas, led by Gary Flint, who took about four years to develop the vehicle.[13][16] According to the author of Driving Honda, the automaker decided to target buyers who were looking to transition out of sedans, minivans, and sport utility vehicles (SUV) into trucks. Honda wanted to build a truck that could "...haul a boat and ATVs, trees, camping supplies, furniture, and wood" while still being comfortable "carrying groceries, kids, grandkids, and dry cleaning."[13] The design was first revealed as the Honda pickup Concept at the 2004 North American International Auto Show.[1] Later that same year, Honda unveiled a revised version of their pickup Concept at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show and announced the name chosen for their pickup, the "Ridgeline."[17] The production version of the Ridgeline—which did not stray far from the pickup Concept's design language—was unveiled the very next year at the 2005 North American International Auto Show.[10]
Design
According to Honda, engineers started construction of the Ridgeline by building "a mission-specific platform" using approximately 44% high-strength steel across a fully boxed "four bone" ladder-like frame, leveraging seven high-strength steel crossmembers.[1][8] Honda engineers also created "a unique suspension design with custom components, 100% unique sheetmetal and a 95% exclusive interior" for the Ridgeline.[1] The steel-reinforced fully boxed ladder-like frame, powertrain configuration, and four-wheel independent suspension provided space for designers to build unique storage solutions in, around, and on top of the frame.[1][24] Starting at the front of the Ridgeline, engineers crafted an aluminum hood that supports a unique cold air intake system for the engine that draws outside air from above and in front of the radiator to support torque production[18] and—along with high-mounted component breather tubes[25]—supports fording,[26] which Honda attempted to patent.[18] This hood design also allowed engineers to build environmentally protected windshield wipers that are also heated to improve winter performance.[20] Honda also incorporated large side-view mirrors to support better visibility while towing; due to their size, Honda incorporated small vortex generators on top of the mirrors to reduce air turbulence, another innovation Honda attempted to patent.[20] In the crew-cab, the unibody frame allowed engineers to build a cabin with a flat floor (i.e. no transmission hump) and more passenger space than other mid-size trucks.[1] At the center of the truck, the C-pillar's shape was specifically designed to help distribute large loads across the unibody frame and the cab so the truck could achieve its targeted payload and towing figures.[27] Also, the design of the C-pillar, rear roof section, and tailgate were built to maintain good aerodynamics and reduce turbulence in the bed while maintaining driver visibility. This aerodynamic design allowed them to create a rear roof design that shields the rear glass window so when it's opened at speed there is no buffeting or rainwater intrusion.[20] The bed is built out of steel-reinforced Sheet Moulding Composite (SMC)—developed by Continental Structural Plastics—which is dent resistant, corrosion resistant, ultraviolet light resistant, has a non-slip coating, and reduces weight by 30% over traditional sheet-metal designs.[28] The SMC bed is supported by high-strength steel crossmembers (three under the bed and two in the rear cab wall) to safely secure and support heavy loads,[1] even under conditions that would cause the SMC to fail[29] or during collisions that would try to force that load into the cab.[1]
Specifications
The Gen1 Ridgeline has a 5 ft (1.5 m) cargo bed which can be extended to 6.6 ft (2 m) with the tailgate down.[30] The bed's width between the wheel-wells is 4.1 ft (1.2 m)[30] and 4.6 ft (1.4 m) at its widest points.[1] It includes the "industry's first"[31] lockable, watertight, and drainable 8.5 cu ft (240.7 L) In-Bed Trunk at the rear of the bed.[1] The cabin can accommodate five adults with 2.6 cu ft (73.6 L) of under-seat storage in the second row[30] or 41.4 cu ft (1.2 m3) when the rear 60/40 split bench seat's bottom cushions are folded up.[32] It has 8.2 in (20.8 cm) of ground clearance with approach, departure and breakover angles of 24.5º, 22º, and 21º respectively.[1]
The Gen1 Ridgeline has a weight distribution of 58/42 (front/rear) with a total payload capacity ranging from 1,475 lb (669 kg) to 1,559 lb (707 kg), depending on trim level, with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 6,050 lb (2,744 kg) and a Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 10,085 lb (4,574 kg).[30] This pickup's steel-reinforced SMC bed is designed to handle loads of up to 1,100 lb (499 kg)[23] and has six (2006–2008 models) or eight (2009–2014 models) tie down cleats rated at 350 lb (159 kg) each. The bed has guides built into its surface to help accommodate multiple off-road motorcycles.[1][30] The Ridgeline's bed is also equipped with four bed lights—one integrated into each C-pillar and one in each side-panel at the rear of the bed—that, according to Gary Flint, were designed to support the securing of motorcycles at night and provides a minimum of ten lux of illuminance evenly distributed throughout the bed.[29] The forward section of the passenger-side bed wall has a hidden auxiliary tire mount that can accommodate a compact or full-size spare tire for times when access to the spare tire service tray, via the In-Bed Trunk, is impractical.[23] Inside the In-Bed Trunk are integrated cargo hooks and organizer slots to help manage up to 300 lb (136 kg) of material.[1] The tailgate has a dual-action hinging system that allows it to be laid-down in the traditional manner or be swung open either 30º or 80º to the side.[29] When laid-down, the Ridgeline's tailgate can handle dynamic loads of up to 300 lb (136 kg).[29] When equipped with a roof rack, the roof is designed to handle a total load of 110 lb (50 kg) to 165 lb (75 kg), depending on model year.[23][33]
Honda lists a 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) towing capacity for the Ridgeline while accommodating a 600 lb (272 kg) tongue weight and an additional 330 lb (150 kg) for people and gear.[23] All models came with a heavy-duty radiator, integrated transmission and power steering coolers, dual 160 Watt (W) radiator fans, and were pre-wired for an electric trailer brake controller and a seven-pin or less trailer wiring harness.[20][29][30] Also, depending on trim level and model year, a class III tow hitch with a four-pin flat and/or seven-pin blade trailer wiring harness was either standard equipment or dealer installed options.[23][34][35]
The Gen1 Ridgeline has a four-wheel independent suspension using upright springs and dampers with MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link trailing arm with twin-tube gas filled hydraulic shocks in the rear providing 7.3 in (18.5 cm) front and 8.2 in (20.8 cm) rear of total wheel travel.[20][30] It has a turning radius of 42.6 ft (13.0 m) using an 18.5 : 1 variable power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering.[30] The Ridgeline has a traditional hydraulic braking system with four-wheel disc brakes using 12.6 in (32 cm) ventilated front discs with floating twin piston calipers[36] and 13.1 in (33.3 cm) solid rear discs with floating single piston calipers;[37] each rear disc brake has an integrated emergency/parking brake using a "drum-in-hat" design.[1] The disc brakes are controlled via a four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist.[1] Recorded stopping distances from 60 mph (97 km/h) to 0 have ranged from 117 ft (36 m)[38] to 195 ft (59 m)[39] with the average being 140 ft (43 m)[40] to 147 ft (45 m).[41]
Powertrain
According to Honda, all Gen1 Ridgelines came equipped with a Variable Torque Management Four-Wheel Drive (VTM-4) system—co-developed with BorgWarner[42]—that provides front-wheel drive for dry-pavement cruising and engages all-wheel drive to improve acceleration, stability, maneuverability, and off-road performance.[1] The VTM-4's electromagnetically driven clutch-operated differential[42] can transfer up to 70% of available torque to the rear-axle. Additionally, the VTM-4 system can be electronically locked providing maximum torque to the rear wheels for better handling of adverse terrain or to assist the driver in becoming unstuck.[1] It also has a four-channel Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system that is designed to enhance control during acceleration, cornering, and collision-avoidance maneuvers and can be manually disabled to prevent undesirable throttle intervention in off-road conditions.[1]
The Gen1 Ridgeline is powered by a transverse mounted 3,471 cc (212 cu in) 60º V6 engine.[30] The aluminum block has thin-walled cast iron liners and has exhaust manifolds that are cast directly into the aluminum cylinder heads. The Ridgeline's J-series engine also has:[1]
- Belt-driven Single Overhead Camshafts
- 24-valves
- Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC)
- 10 : 1 compression
- Aluminum variable-length intake manifold
- Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
All work together to respond to the Ridgeline's electronic throttle that is also linked to the VTM-4 and VSA systems.[1][35] The automatic transmission uses a four-shaft design with a flat torque converter with lock-up clutch that is managed by the PGM-FI's central processing unit. A direct-control real-time pressure management system coordinates engine and transmission operation to minimize driveline shocks and a Grade Logic Controller prevents gear hunting when ascending hills or when more engine braking is required.[1]
The Gen1 Ridgeline was built with a 22 US gal (83 L) fuel tank and is designed to run on unleaded gasoline with an 86 Anti-Knock Index (AKI) (2006 model year) or 87 AKI (all other model years) and higher.[23][33][43] However, when towing over 3,500 lb (1,588 kg), 91 AKI or higher gasoline is recommended.[33][43] A powertrain control module and a block-mounted acoustic knock sensor work together to either retard or advance ignition timing to maximize the performance available in various gasolines.[1]
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EPA City | ||||
EPA Highway | ||||
EPA Combined | ||||
NRCan City | 16.1 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | ||
NRCan Highway | 11.9 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | ||
NRCan Combined | 14.2 L/100 km | 13.9 L/100 km | 13.5 L/100 km | 13.4 L/100 km |
Equipment
In addition to the features described above, the Gen1 Ridgeline's United States (US) and Canadian base model trims—known as the RT in the US and the LX or DX in Canada—came equipped with some unusual standard equipment for its time, including:[1][30]
- Front and rear tow hooks
- Power door locks, side-view mirrors, door windows, and rear window; automatic up/down driver's window; and child window lock
- Multi-function center console with telescoping armrest, two cup holders, and two-tiered expandable storage; the rear of the console has two passenger controlled air vents, a 12 Volt (V)/10 Ampere (A) Direct Current (DC) outlet, and two plastic shopping bag hooks
- Two telescoping sun visors with vanity mirrors
- 2007 model year updates added illumination to the driver's vanity mirror, making it the same as the passenger's.
- Overhead console with two map lights and an integrated sunglasses holder
- Damped and illuminated glove box
- Dashboard-integrated open storage tray (above the glove box)
- Liquid crystal display five-speed climate control with micrometer air-filtration system
- Two dashboard-mounted 12 V/15 A DC outlets
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Cruise control
- Tilt steering wheel
- Pioneer 100 W audio system with AM/FM stereo, CD player, four full-range speakers, and two tweeters[46]
- Split 60/40 fold-up rear bench seat with fold-down center armrest that contains two integrated cup holders and activity tray, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) system for three child safety seats, and three adjustable head restraints
- Rear-door power window controls and integrated cup holders
- Two overhead rear-passenger map lights
- Daytime running lights for Canadian models
- 2009 model year updates added:[43]
- Multi-format—Pulse-Code Modulation (PCM), MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer III (MP3), and Windows Media Audio (WMA)—CD player for all models
- Seven-pin blade trailer wiring harness for Canadian models
- Class III tow hitch for all models
- Daytime running lights for all models
- 2013 model year updates added a rearview camera[47]
For the US market, it was produced in six different trim levels through its lifetime: RT, RTX, Sport, RTS, RTL, and SE.[30][34][48][49]
The short lived RTX trim took the base RT model and upgraded its exterior components with:[34]
- Class III tow hitch
- Four-pin flat and seven-pin blade trailer wiring harness
- Hexagonal style black grille
- 17 in (43.2 cm) gray aluminum alloy rims
The Sport trim took the RT and added:[48]
- Exterior blackout treatment
- Fog lights
- Saw-tooth style black grille
- 18 in (45.7 cm) polished aluminum alloy rims with black trim, similar in design to the 2009–2014 RTL trim's rims
- Black interior trim with matching upholstery
- Auxiliary 3.5mm Tip, Ring, Sleeve (TRS) stereo input jack
- Steering-wheel mounted audio system controls
The RTS trim took the base RT and added some different interior and exterior enhancements from those found in the RTX and Sport trims, such as:[30]
- Ten-way power driver's seat with manual lumbar support
- Dual-zone climate control
- Pioneer 160 W six-disc CD player audio system with upgraded speakers and a subwoofer[50]
- Body colored exterior components
- 17 in (43.2 cm) machine finished aluminum alloy rims
- 2009 model year updates added:[35]
- Power-adjustable lumbar
- Auxiliary 3.5mm TRS stereo input jack
- Seven-pin blade trailer wiring harness
For all but the last year of production, the RTL trim was the highest trim package available and came with both exterior and interior enhancements to the RTS trim. Some of the more noteworthy RTL enhancements were found in the interior such as:[30]
- Leather trimmed upholstery and steering wheel
- Heated front seats and side-view mirrors
- HomeLink Wireless Control System for up to three devices
- XM Satellite Radio (optional on 2006 RTLs[34])
- Power moonroof (optional on 2006 RTLs[34])
- 2009 model year updates added:[35]
- 18 in (45.7 cm) machine finished aluminum alloy rims, similar in design to the Sport trim's rims
- Fog lights
- 115 V/100 W Alternating Current (AC) inverter
Optional on the RTL was an Alpine Global Positioning System navigation unit[30][32][23] with a Clarion 160 W XM head unit, Panasonic 8 in (20.3 cm) infotainment touchscreen, and six-disc CD player.[51]
- 2009 model year updates for the navigation option added:[35]
- Rearview camera
- Bluetooth with Honda's HandsFreeLink (mobile phone calls only)
- Multi-data/multilingual (English, French and Spanish) information display
The SE trim was the top trim package for the 2014 model year which included every option available for the RTL and added the Sport trim's appearance package, to include:[49]
- Exterior blackout treatment
- Saw-tooth style black grille
- Similar but unique 18 in (45.7 cm) polished aluminum alloy rims with black trim
- Black interior with matching leather upholstery
For the Canadian market, the Ridgeline was produced in seven different trim levels throughout its production: LX, DX, VP, Sport, Special Edition, EX-L, and Touring.[1][52][53][54] As described above, the LX or DX trim were the base trim packages and was very similar to the RT.[1][52] The VP trim was the next in the lineup, sitting somewhere between the RT and RTS.[52] The Canadian Sport trim was the third fanciest in the lineup and was very similar to the Sport trim sold in the US[53] The Special Edition trim was next in the lineup; although it shared the SE's unique rims, grille, badging, and black leather interior, its features put it somewhere between the Sport and RTS trim packages.[55] The EX-L or Touring trim were at the top of the lineup and were similar to the RTL and SE with a few exceptions.[1][52][53] For example, it was not until the introduction of the 2009 model year that Honda made the moonroof and XM Satellite Radio standard equipment for the EX-L trim[52] and the introduction of the Touring trim with the 2012 model year that gave Canadian byers every option available as standard equipment.[53] Although there were differences in packaging between the US and Canadian trims, the technical differences were the use of daytime running lights on all trim levels and model years, metric system gauges, and Honda's bilingual (English and French) voice recognition and navigation systems.[23][54][56]
For the Mexican market, only an RTL trim was available and had a few twists to its packaging that set it apart from its US and Canadian counterparts.[57][58][59] The Mexican RTL came equipped very similarly to the Canadian EX-L and retained the optional moonroof of the early EX-L.[58] Unlike the EX-L, navigation was never a factory option.[58][59] Also, the Mexican RTL came equipped with the 2006 through 2008 EX-L rims until the 2012 model year when it was updated with the US and Canadian Sport trim's exterior pieces.[57][59]
For the Chilean market, the Ridgeline was sold in RT and RTL trims. The Chilean RT was a mix between the Canadian DX and VP trims while the Chilean RTL consisted of options found in the early model Canadian EX-L trim.[60]
The Gen1 Ridgeline was offered in three to seven different exterior colors as well as one to three interior colors, depending on country, model year, and trim level.[54][61][62][63] Exterior colors were based on different shades of black, gray, white, silver, blue, and red as well as some short-lived green and brown colors. All of the exterior colors were monotone with some black and/or chrome plastic trim. Most interior colors ranged between olive, beige, gray, and black. These interior colors were found in the cloth or leather upholstery as well as some of the interior panel covers. Additionally, these interior colors were mated to specific exterior colors and trim levels leaving buyers no means to mix and match interior and exterior color options.[61][63][64]
In addition to the different features and accessories one could obtain by purchasing certain trim levels, Honda also offered many of them as Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) accessories that could be ordered and installed at the dealership. Additionally, there were numerous Honda accessories that did not come on any trim level which could be purchased and installed at the dealership including:[69]
- Various guards, protectors, and deflectors
- Roof racks with various accessory mounts
- Side-steps and running boards
- Bed extenders and tonneau cover
- Various organizers
- Grilles
- Rims
- Parking sensors and more...
Updates
For the 2007 model year, the RTX trim package was introduced in the US market as a unique tow-ready version of the Ridgeline. Also the RTL trim package was modified making the moonroof and XM Satellite Radio options standard equipment with that trim and its two-tone leather upholstery was redone with new monotone leather.[34] Honda also added a driver-side illuminated vanity mirror to all trim levels[34] and removed the only interior color option available to buyers by deleting the olive interior choice from white painted Ridgelines, leaving only beige.[70] Lastly, Honda swapped three of its exterior colors for slightly different shades of the same base colors while adding "Nimbus Gray Metallic" to the color palette,[34][70] as well as "Taffeta White" for the Canadian market.[71]
For the 2008 model year, the Ridgeline's interior was changed with the removal of their olive interior color option,[72] the replacement of two-tone fabric upholsteries with monotone versions,[73] and the male voice on the RTL's navigation system was removed to increase space for more points of interest.[74] Additionally, the Ridgeline's exterior was changed with the removal of its last green exterior color option (Aberdeen Green Metallic)[64][72] and the RTS and RTL trims where outfitted with more polished versions of their alloy rims.[73]
Gear | 2006–2008 | 2009–2014 | Delta |
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1st | 2.693 : 1 | 2.697 : 1 | -0.2% |
2nd | 1.566 : 1 | 1.606 : 1 | -2.6% |
3rd | 1.023 : 1 | 1.071 : 1 | -4.7% |
4th | 0.729 : 1 | 0.765 : 1 | -4.9% |
5th | 0.531 : 1 | 0.538 : 1 | -1.3% |
Rev. | 1.888 : 1 | 1.888 : 1 | 0% |
Final | 4.533 : 1 | 4.533 : 1 | 0% |
For the 2009 model year, the Ridgeline received its first refresh with over 50 different changes, including exterior and interior updates as well as drivetrain improvements.[35] Some of the more noticeable changes were:
- New front-end with daytime running lights
- New taillights
- New rear step-bumper with integrated class III tow hitch
- Two additional bed cleats
- New instrument cluster and steering wheel—with all cruise controls consolidated onto the steering wheel
- PCM, MP3, and WMA compatible CD player
- Driver and front-passenger active head restraints and more...
In the US, the RTX trim was removed from the lineup and the RTS trim gained a power-adjustable lumbar, an auxiliary 3.5mm TRS stereo input jack, and a seven-pin trailer wiring harness[35] while losing dual-zone climate control synchronization.[33][43] The US RTL trim gained a seven-pin trailer wiring harness, 18 in (45.7 cm) alloy rims, fog lights, and a 115 V/100 W AC inverter; if equipped with navigation, the US RTL also received a rearview camera, Class 2 Bluetooth with Honda's HandsFreeLink system and a multi-data/multilingual information display.[35][43] For Canadians, a new lineup of trim levels were introduced that more closely resembled the US and the top trim received XM Satellite Radio for the first time.[52] A new V6 engine was introduced that produced up to 10 lb⋅ft (14 N⋅m) more torque at lower revolutions per minute (rpm) than its predecessor with a slight horsepower (hp) increase of 3 hp (2.2 kW) at the top of its rpm band. The transmission was also revised with the greatest differences found in third and fourth gears providing approximately 5% lower ratios.[35] Additionally, Honda swapped four of its exterior color options in the US and three in Canada for slightly different shades of the same base colors—this left Canadians with two different black paints to choose from—while adding a light brown color, called "Mocha Metallic," to the exterior color palette for the US and Canadian markets.[52][75]
For the 2010 model year, Honda swapped three of its exterior color options in the US and two in Canada for slightly different shades of the same basic colors—including the consolidation of Canada's two black paints into Honda's new global "Crystal Black Pearl"—and adding "Alabaster Silver Metallic" to the US and Canadian markets.[76][77]
For the 2011 model year, Honda removed its only brown paint option (Mocha Metallic) from the Canadian lineup.[78]
For the 2012 model year, Honda put the Ridgeline through another refresh. Honda introduced a new Sport trim for the US and Canadian market and replaced the Canadian EX-L trim with a new Touring package. Also, a new grille was introduced for all but the Sport trim, which was equipped with its own unique grille.[48][79] Additionally, new taillights were introduced.[80] For Mexico, their RTL trim received the US and Canadian Sport trim's exterior package while retaining its Canadian EX-L interior.[57][59] All versions received aerodynamic improvements to the body and friction reduction measures were made to the engine,[48] which improved city and highway fuel economy by 1 mpg‑us and 0.5 to 0.2 L/100 km, according to EPA and NRCan testing respectively.[44][45] Lastly, Honda removed its only brown exterior color option (Mocha Metallic) from the US color palette.[81]
For the 2013 model year, all Ridgelines, if not already equipped, were outfitted with rearview cameras using a new rearview mirror that incorporated a camera display with integrated distance guidelines of 20 in (0.5 m), 39 in (1 m), 79 in (2 m), and 118 in (3 m). The hidden camera display only appears in the rearview mirror when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. —For trims with navigation, the infotainment touchscreen continued to be used as the rearview camera monitor.[47]— Additionally, the center console coin holder was removed from all Ridgelines.[47][82] Pictorial evidence suggest the Chilean market received the 2012 updated taillights as well as the 2009 18 in (45.7 cm) alloy rims for their RTL trim.[60] Lastly, Honda swapped its "Bali Blue Pearl" paint for a slightly lighter blue, called "Obsidian Blue Pearl."[83][84]
For the 2014 model year, Honda removed the VP trim from the Canadian lineup and added a new Special Edition package.[55] In the US, the SE trim was introduced surpassing the RTL as the top trim package.[49] Also, Honda replaced its "Polished Metal Metallic" paint for a slightly lighter gray, called "Modern Steel Metallic."[54][63]
Model year | United States | Canada |
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2006 | RT, RTS, and RTL (navigation and/or moonroof optional)[23] | LX and EX-L (navigation and/or moonroof optional)[1][64] |
2007–2008 | RT, RTX, RTS, and RTL (navigation optional)[34] | |
2009–2011 | RT, RTS, and RTL (navigation optional)[35] | DX, VP, and EX-L (navigation optional)[43] |
2012–2013 | RT, Sport, RTS, and RTL (navigation optional)[48] | DX, VP, Sport, and Touring[79] |
2014 | RT, Sport, RTS, RTL (navigation optional), and SE[49] | DX, Sport, Special Edition, and Touring[55] |
Changes in exterior colors to United States' and Canada's Gen1 Ridgelines
Names and paint codes[88] | 2006 [61][62] |
2007 [70][71] |
2008 [64][72] |
2009 [52][75] |
2010 [76][77] |
2011 [78][89] |
2012 [53][81] |
2013 [83][84] |
2014 [54][63] |
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Formal Black (NH-707) |
RT, LX, RTX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, LX, RTX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | DX, VP, and EX-L | ||||||
Crystal Black Pearl (NH-731P) |
RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, Sport, RTS, RTL, and Touring | RT, DX, VP, Sport, RTS, RTL, and Touring | RT, DX, Sport, RTS, Special Edition, RTL, Touring, and SE | ||||
Nighthawk Black Pearl (B-92P) |
RT, LX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | |||||||
Bali Blue Pearl (B-552P) |
RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, VP, RTS, RTL, and Touring | |||||
Obsidian Blue Pearl (B-588P) |
RT, VP, RTS, RTL, and Touring | RT, RTS, RTL, and Touring | |||||||
Steel Blue Metallic (B-533M) |
RT, LX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, LX, RTX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, LX, RTX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | ||||||
Dark Cherry Pearl (R-529P) |
RT, LX, RTX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, LX, RTX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, VP, RTS, RTL, and Touring | RT, VP, RTS, RTL, and Touring | RTS, RTL, and Touring | |
Redrock Pearl (R-519P) |
RT, LX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | ||||||||
Amazon/Ammanite Green Metallic (G-521M) |
LX, RTS, EX-L and RTL | ||||||||
Aberdeen Green Metallic (G-525M) |
LX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | ||||||||
Mocha Metallic (YR-573M) |
VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RTS and RTL | ||||||
Polished Metal Metallic (NH-737M) |
RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, RTS, RTL, and Touring | RT, DX, VP, RTS, RTL, and Touring | |||||
Modern Steel Metallic (NH-797M) |
RT, DX, RTS, RTL, and Touring | ||||||||
Nimbus Gray Metallic (NH-705M) |
RT, LX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, LX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | |||||||
Sterling Gray Metallic (NH-741M) |
RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | ||||||||
Billet Silver Metallic (NH-689M) |
RT, LX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, LX, RTX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, LX, RTX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | |||||
Alabaster Silver Metallic (NH-700M) |
RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, Sport (US), RTS, RTL, and Touring | RT, VP, Sport, RTS, RTL, and Touring | RT, Sport, RTS, Special Edition, RTL, Touring, and SE | ||||
White/Taffeta White (NH-578) |
RT, RTS, and RTL | RT, LX, RTX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, LX, RTX, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, RTS, EX-L, and RTL | RT, DX, VP, Sport, RTS, RTL, and Touring | RT, DX, VP, Sport, RTS, RTL, and Touring | DX, Sport, Special Edition, RTL, SE, and Touring |
Comparisons
When one compares the Gen1 Ridgeline's advertised interior/passenger volume and total payload with the other mid-size trucks of its era—the Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, Suzuki Equator, Dodge Dakota, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Ford Ranger, and GM's Colorado/Canyon—the Ridgeline has greater interior space and hauling capacity than its competition. However, when comparing the manufacturers' tow ratings the Ridgeline is at the bottom of its class. Excluding these extremes, the Gen1 Ridgeline tends to fall in the middle of these mid-size trucks' published specifications.[1][30][90]
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The Ridgeline is the first four-door pickup truck to earn the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) five-star safety rating for both front and side impact crash test performance[91] and has the highest rollover resistance of any pickup NHTSA ever tested at 14.3%.[92] Also, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) rated the 2009–2014 Ridgeline with its highest crash safety scores giving it the "Top Safety Pick" designation.[93]
In 2012, PickupTrucks.com conducted a mid-size truck challenge with six of the eight trucks listed above (minus the Dakota and Sport Trac) and the Honda Ridgeline. With the exception of a 2011 super-cab Ford Ranger, all test vehicles were 2012 models and all but one had V6 engines (the Colorado was equipped with the LH8 V8). The head-to-head comparisons focused on numerous attributes including objective tests on 0-60 mph (97 km/h), 60-0, and quarter-mile (0.4 km) times with maximum payloads as well as empty beds; dynamometer tests; and real-world fuel economy tests. Subjective tests included expert driver impressions, best value estimates, and an off-road course. All tests and evaluations were conducted at the same place and time to minimize environmental impacts. Of the seven mid-size trucks tested, the Ridgeline ranked third overall. Of the objective tests, the Ridgeline had the highest scores for payload and real-world fuel economy while ranking lowest in torque delivery at the wheels; otherwise, the Ridgeline ranked in the middle of the other objective tests. Of the subjective tests, the Ridgeline was judged second in expert impressions, third in best value, and last in the off-road course.[94]
Marketing and sales
According to Automotive Design & Production, Honda was slow to enter the minivan market as well as the SUV market, so "given that track record it is no surprise that Honda has just now [2005] gotten around to building a pickup truck."[12] According to Bloomberg, Honda hoped buyers would find it an attractive alternative to large SUVs and conventional pickup trucks.[92]
Some in the automotive press that have studied the Ridgeline, such as PickupTrucks.com, consider it "one of those odd vehicles." They wrote, "The Ridgeline can't really do what most people who like trucks need it to do."[98] While AutoTrader.com wrote, "Sure, some homeowners and weekend warriors may actually need a 10,000-lb towing capacity, but the Honda Ridgeline is probably just right for most."[99] Others, such as The Driver's Seat TV, call the Ridgeline, "the Swiss Army knife of trucks," due to its functionality, and "the anti-truck," due to Honda's lack of following the rules when it comes to truck design; they summarized the truck as scoring "high on practicality but very low on image."[100]
According to the Chicago Sun-Times, "Since its March [2005] debut, Honda's first pickup for the US market is slow to gain traction. Nissan's full-size Titan pickup also has fallen short of sales targets in this all-American segment, which ... is proving tough for outsiders to crack."[101] According to Bloomberg Business, early slow sales can partly be attributed to the expense of the vehicle, which some considered "over-priced." Consequently, dealers began to discount the truck and sales increased.[92] Additionally, Honda gave the Ridgeline a facelift for 2009 and again in 2012, but sales remained "lackluster," according to AutoBlog.com.[102] Automobile Magazine wrote, "Volume dropped by half from 2008 to 2010 and then fell another 40 percent last year [2011]." Soon after, Honda posted "an open letter from the company's head of truck product planning, denying rumors that the Ridgeline would be dropped and insisting that a pickup truck will remain part of the company's portfolio."[103] According to Automobile Magazine, parts shortages, due to the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami, put a damper on production and "this setback likely impacted sales."[104]
Calendar year | US sales | CA sales | Production |
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2004 | 199 | ||
2005 | 42,593 | 3,512 | 60,679 |
2006 | 50,193 | 4,988 | 56,866 |
2007 | 42,795 | 4,519 | 55,150 |
2008 | 33,875 | 3,987 | 25,264 |
2009 | 16,464 | 3,546 | 16,180 |
2010 | 16,142 | 3,200 | 20,180 |
2011 | 9,759 | 1,713 | 13,356 |
2012 | 14,068 | 2,226 | 21,361 |
2013 | 17,723 | 2,122 | 19,557 |
2014 | 13,389 | 1,803 | 10,015 |
2015 | 520 | 229 | 154 |
2016 | 3 | 8 | |
Total sold in United States and Canada = 289,377 Other (including other country sales) = 9,585 Total produced = 298,962 |
The Gen1 Ridgeline ended production in early 2015.[11] According to Auto Trader, the automaker planned to continue production until the Gen2 Ridgeline was introduced; however, "slow sales of the truck have prompted the automaker to pull it sooner than expected."[106] Despite this, the Ridgeline was one of Honda's more profitable vehicles due in large part to the company's frugal nature that allowed them to develop and deploy the Ridgeline for under $250 million US dollars—half of what General Motors would normally pay—maximizing Honda's profits.[13][16]
Honda Ridgeline (2017–present)
Honda Ridgeline (Gen2) | |
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Overview | |
Also called | "Pilot Ridgeline" (Colombia)[108] |
Production | Mid 2016–present |
Model years | 2017–present |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Class 1 (FWD) or Class 2 (AWD) light truck |
Layout | Transversely-mounted front engine, FWD or AWD |
Related | Gen3 Honda Pilot |
Powertrain | |
Engine | J35Y6 (Earth Dreams) V6: 280 hp (210 kW)/262 lb⋅ft (355 N⋅m) |
Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 125.2 in (3,180 mm) |
Length | 210.0 in (5,334 mm) |
Width | 78.6 in (1,996 mm) |
Height | 70.2–70.8 in (1,783–1,798 mm) |
Curb weight | 4,242–4,515 lb (1,924–2,048 kg) |
With the mixed success of the Gen1 Ridgeline and Honda's open letter denying rumors that the Ridgeline would be dropped from their lineup,[103] Honda became committed to the development of a new Ridgeline. According to Automotive News, Honda's research clinics found that buyers made assumptions about toughness and payload based on the gaps between the tires and the truck's wheel arches, the height of the bed, and whether or not it had a tow hitch. Jim Loftus, the Gen2 Ridgeline's performance lead engineer, said, "Those things were honestly kind of 'aha' moments or big surprises to us as a project team..." So the team, lead by chief engineer Kerry McClure, went back and incorporated all of those messages into their next generation pickup.[109] In November 2015, Honda showed off its new Ridgeline Baja Race Truck at the 2015 SEMA Show, giving the public some insight into the design language that would be used in Honda's next evolution of the Ridgeline. Two months later, at the North American International Auto Show, Honda unveiled the production version of the Gen2 Ridgeline.[11]
Design
The Gen2 Ridgeline carries over many of the features and capabilities from the Gen1, such as:[4][110]
- All-wheel drive (AWD)
- ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, and VSA
- Similar GVWR and GCWR for AWD models at 6,019 lb (2,730 kg) and 9,987 lb (4,530 kg) respectively
- Similar payload capacity, between 1,444 lb (655 kg) and 1,543 lb (700 kg), depending on trim level
- Same weight limits of 5,000 lb (2,300 kg) towing—that is Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J2807[111] certified[112]—1,100 lb (500 kg) in the bed, 300 lb (140 kg) dynamically on the tailgate, and 165 lb (75 kg) on the roof
- In-Bed Trunk
- Dual-action tailgate
- Flat bed
- Rear 60/40 split bench seat with LATCH system and flat load floor
However, this Honda Ridgeline has advanced safety features, modern electronic amenities, has more traditional truck styling, and can be configured as a front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicle for US consumers.[4][113]
Similarities with Gen3 Pilot
This second generation of Honda's pickup comes with many of the same components and features found in the Gen3 Pilot, such as:[4][110][114][115]
- Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) forward body structure
- Earth Dreams V6 engine with Variable Cylinder Management—which is designed to operate in three-cylinder mode when not under load—(all models)
- Intelligent VTM-4 (I-VTM4)—which progressively distributes torque between the front and rear axles and, for the first time, dynamically distributes torque between the left and right rear wheels—(select models)
- Intelligent Traction Management—which offers different drive modes (Normal and Snow for FWD and adds Mud and Sand for AWD) that adjusts throttle mapping, shift points, power distribution, and VSA responses—(all models)
- Snow mode: Throttle input is made less aggressive to minimize pedal travel and make launching easier[116]
- Mud mode: Throttle input is made more aggressive, torque vectoring is disabled, more power is sent to the rear wheels, the transmission delays upshifts, and traction control allows for more wheel-slip[116]
- Sand mode: Similar to Mud mode but with more aggressive setting, maximum rear-wheel bias, and the rear-differential is locked[116]
- Agile Handling Assist—which utilizes brake vectoring to improve turning response and overall cornering ability—(all models)
- Hill Start Assist—which prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards when the driver switches from the brake to the accelerator while stopped on a hill—(all models)
- Eco Assist System—which adjusts engine performance, throttle response, cruise control, and climate control reactions to improve fuel economy[117]—(all models)
- Honda Sensing—which consists of a suite of systems (Collision Mitigation Braking System, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Keeping Assist System, Road Departure Mitigation, Lane Departure Warning, and Adaptive Cruise Control) that improve driver awareness and helps maintain lane position—(select models)
- Honda LaneWatch or a blind spot information system with rear cross-traffic monitor—which enhance the driver's awareness of different blind-spots around the vehicle—(select models)
- Motion-Adaptive Electric Power Steering—which gives the driver steering inputs to correct vehicle direction in turns and in slippery road conditions—(all models)
- Amplitude Reactive Dampers—although modified for truck duty,[9] these dampers have two hydraulic circuits, one tuned for ride quality and one for large/harsh undulations, that improve ride quality and stability on and off-road—(all models)
- TPMS with Tire Fill Assist—which provides audio and visual alerts to users when correct air pressure is reached during tire inflation—(all models)
- Similar front fascia
- Front doors and mirrors
- Dashboard and instrument cluster
- 8 in (20.3 cm) Android based infotainment touchscreen system—with Garmin based Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation,[118] Honda HD Digital Traffic,[119] HD Radio, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Pandora Radio, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay with Siri Eyes Free, HondaLink, HondaLink Assist (for emergency services support), Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, Short Message Service (SMS) text messaging, and an independent web browser—(select models)
- Tri-zone climate control—which provides different climate settings for the driver, front-passenger, and rear-passengers—(select models)
- Front seats
- Center console and more...
Despite these similarities, a spokesman from Honda R&D Americas stated that 50% of the Honda Pilot's chassis components had to be changed or strengthened for use in the Gen2 Ridgeline.[9] According to TorqueNews, suspension components, spindles, hubs, casings, and other stress and ware components are cast and tooled 50% larger than components found in the Gen3 Pilot.[120]
Differences from Gen1 Ridgeline
Some of the features of the Gen2 Ridgeline that are being highlighted by Honda as improvements over their Gen1 include: a greater use of technology and electronic driver's aids; a wider, longer, and tougher bed; a Truck Bed Audio System—where the bed walls are turned into speakers that can be controlled via a Bluetooth enabled smartphone—a bed-mounted 115 V/150 – 400 W AC inverter; as well as best in class safety and AWD/four-wheel drive highway fuel economy.[4][9]
Like before, the Gen2 Ridgeline is a unibody vehicle. However, this unibody frame uses a new "three-bone" spine with Honda's next generation ACE body structure and optimized material grades composed of various composites, aluminum, magnesium, and varying steels—such as a laser welded door ring made of hot-stamped ultra-high strength steel.[8] This new frame gives the Ridgeline an average 78 lb (35 kg) reduction in weight from the first generation pickup[4] while improving strength[8] and protection.[4][11] The C-pillar and rear sub-frame mounts were strengthened giving this new mid-size truck 28% more torsional rigidity over the Gen1 Ridgeline.[8][27] In addition to this mid-size truck's new underpinnings, there are noise, vibration, and harshness improvements as well, such as active noise cancelation (all models) an acoustic windshield (select models), active control engine mounts, and more.[4]
Additionally, the Gen2 Ridgeline AWD models do improve their hauling and towing performance when compared to the Gen1 through the following enhancements:[1][4][30][121]
- An increase in rear seat storage with 2.9 cu ft (82.1 L) in under-seat storage and 50.2 cu ft (1,421.5 L) in overall second row storage, a 518 cu in (8.5 L) and 8.8 cu ft (249.2 L) increase respectively
- A bigger bed at:
- 5.3 ft (1.6 m) long with tailgate up, an increase of 3.9 in (10 cm)
- 6.9 ft (2.1 m) long with tailgate down, an increase of 3.6 in (9 cm)
- 5 ft (1.5 m) wide, an increase of 4.8 in (12 cm)
- 4.2 ft (1.3 m) wide between the wheel wells and D-pillars, an increase of 0.5 in (1.3 cm)
- A more durable non-painted and textured SMC bed[9][28] that is reportedly stronger than its competitor's[122]
Gear | 2009–2014 | 2017–2019 |
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1st | 2.697 : 1 | 3.359 : 1 |
2nd | 1.606 : 1 | 2.095 : 1 |
3rd | 1.071 : 1 | 1.485 : 1 |
4th | 0.765 : 1 | 1.065 : 1 |
5th | 0.538 : 1 | 0.754 : 1 |
6th | 0.556 : 1 | |
Rev. | 1.888 : 1 | 2.269 : 1 |
Final | 4.533 : 1 | 4.250 : 1 |
- A similar J-series 3.5 l (212 cu in) 60º aluminum alloy V6 engine design with belt-driven single overhead camshafts, 24-valves, and an aluminum variable-length intake manifold but has been improved with:
- 11.5 : 1 compression
- Direct injection
- Intelligent VTEC
- 30 to 33 hp (22 to 25 kW) and 15 to 17 lb⋅ft (20 to 23 N⋅m) increase—depending on model year—near the top of the rpm band
- 87 AKI gasoline for all driving conditions[110]
- An improved transmission with:
- Six versus five forward gears with a 24.5% lower first-gear, a 20.2% lower reverse gear, and a 3.3% higher top (overdrive) gear with an overall 20% wider gear spread
- Reduced friction
- Improved lock-up clutch
- An improved AWD system (I-VTM4) that is:
- Hydraulically actuated
- 22% lighter
- Able to handle 20% more torque
- Able to dynamically distribute torque between left and right rear-wheels
- Capable of overdriving the outside rear-wheel by 2.7% for improved cornering performance
- Improved suspension via new Amplitude Reactive Dampers that reportedly hold up better under severe stress[123]
- Improved brake ventilation with 23% reduction in drag
- A steering ratio reduction of 15% at 15.95 : 1
- A Multi-View Rear Camera with wide, normal, and top-down viewing angles with guidelines that change based on steering angle
- An auto-tilting side-view mirror, for close-in visibility when backing up
- A Trailer Stability Assist system
- If equipped, better night visibility via Light-Emitting Diode (LED) projector headlights that add 100 ft (30.5 m) in beam-depth and 35 ft (10.7 m) in beam-width over traditional headlights
- Better fuel economy, with EPA and NRCan estimated AWD improvements of:[44][45]
- City: 3 to 4 mpg‑us (EPA) and -2.4 to -3.3 L/100 km (NRCan)
- Highway: 5 to 6 mpg‑us (EPA) and -1.8 to -2.4 L/100 km (NRCan)
- Combined: 4 mpg‑us (EPA) and -2.1 to -2.9 L/100 km (NRCan)
EPA | NRCan | ||
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FWD | AWD | AWD | |
City | 19 mpg‑us | 18 mpg‑us | 12.8 L/100 km |
Highway | 26 mpg‑us | 25 mpg‑us | 9.5 L/100 km |
Combined | 22 mpg‑us | 21 mpg‑us | 11.3 L/100 km |
Despite these improvements, the Gen2 Ridgeline does have some numerical disadvantages from the Gen1, such as:[1][4][30][110]
- Less GVWR for FWD models at 5,710 lb (2,590 kg), a reduction of 340 lb (150 kg)
- Less passenger volume at 109.7 cu ft (3,106.4 L), a reduction of 2.3 cu ft (65.1 L)
- A shallower bed
- Less dispersion of bed illumination
- A smaller but deeper In-Bed Trunk at 7.3 cu ft (206.7 L), a reduction of 1.2 cu ft (34.0 L)
- A shallower spare tire storage area, preventing the storage of a full-size spare; however—like the Gen1 Ridgeline—there is a hidden auxiliary tire mount integrated into the left-side of the forward bed panel which is capable of accommodating a full-size spare tire (see bed photograph above)
- Less ground clearance
- FWD = 7.3 in (19 cm) with approach, breakover, and departure angles of 19.2°, 18.5°, and 21.4°; a reduction of 0.9 in (2 cm), 5.3°, 2.5°, and 0.6° respectively
- AWD = 7.9 in (20 cm) with approach, breakover, and departure angles of 20.1°, 19.6°, and 22.1°; a reduction of 0.3 in (1 cm), 4.4°, 1.4°, and 0° respectively
- A larger turning radius at 44.4 ft (13.5 m), an increase of 1.8 ft (0.5 m)[124]
- A smaller fuel tank at 19.5 US gal (74 L), a reduction of 2.5 US gal (9 L)
Equipment
The Gen2 Ridgeline comes with many of the standard features found with its competitors—including the present day Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, and GM's Colorado—but does have some unusual standard features on the US base model RT trim, such as:[4][125][126]
- FWD
- 18 in (45.7 cm) gray aluminum alloy rims
- TPMS with Tire Fill Assist
- Amplitude Reactive Dampers
- Class III tow hitch
- Pre-wired for electric trailer brake controller and seven-pin trailer wiring harness
- Multi-angle rearview camera (with guidelines) in the 5 in (12.7 cm) liquid-crystal display audio screen
- A wider flatter bed (no wheel well intrusion)
- Second-row flat load floor
- Second-row passenger controlled air vents
- Driver and front-passenger bucket seats with independent armrests
- 4.2 in (10.7 cm) multi-data information display
- Trailer Stability Assist
- Hill Start Assist
- Intelligent Traction Management
- Agile Handling Assist
- Cruise control
- Security system
- Push button start
- Panasonic 200 W audio system with AM and stereo FM receivers, Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, Bluetooth streaming audio, auxiliary 3.5mm TRS stereo and a 1.0 A Universal Serial Bus (USB) input jacks—supporting MP3, WMA, and Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) audio files—and seven Pioneer speakers with subwoofer[127]
- 2017 model year only, AWD and seven-pin trailer wiring harness were optional
- 2019 model year added a 2.5 A USB charging port inside the center console.[128][129]
For the US market, the Gen2 Ridgeline was initially offered in seven different trim levels: RT, RTS, Sport, RTL, RTL-T, RTL-E, and Black Edition.[4][125][129][130]
In addition to the unusual standard equipment found in the RT trim (listed above), the RTS trim added:
- Remote engine start
- Smart key entry
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- Fog lights
- 18 in (45.7 cm) machine finished aluminum alloy rims
- Optional AWD and seven-pin trailer wiring harness
The Sport trim takes the RTS and adds:
- 18 in (45.7 cm) dark-gray aluminum alloy rims
- Sport grille badge
- Black exterior
- 2018 model year added additional exterior color options
The RTL trim takes a different approach with the RTS by adding:
- 18 in (45.7 cm) polished aluminum alloy rims with black trim
- Leather-trimmed interior
- Heated front seats and side-view mirrors
- Ten-way power driver's seat
- Driver seat adjustable armrest
- Acoustic windshield
- 2019 model year added a power moonroof and power sliding rear window[128]
The RTL-T trim takes the RTL and adds:
- Clarion 225 W audio system with 8 in (20.3 cm) infotainment touchscreen with seven Pioneer speakers, including subwoofer[133]
- LaneWatch
- Additional 1.5 A front and two 2.5 A rear USB outlets
- Automatic dimming rearview mirror
- LED daytime running lights
- 2019 model year added a power moonroof and power sliding rear window[128]
The RTL-E trim takes the RTL-T and adds:
- Blind spot monitoring, which replaces LaneWatch
- Clarion 540 W audio system with 8 in (20.3 cm) infotainment touchscreen, eight Panasonic speakers (with Pioneer subwoofer), and Truck Bed Audio System with Panasonic exciters[135]
- Bed-mounted 115 V/150–400 W AC inverter
- Honda Sensing with:
- Lane departure warning
- Lane keeping assist
- Road departure mitigation
- Adaptive cruise control
- Forward collision warning with collision mitigation braking
- LED projector headlights with auto high-beams
- Heated steering wheel
- Front-passenger seat adjustable armrest
- Conversation mirror
- Power moonroof
- Power sliding rear window
- Thicker carpet with additional noise insulation
- Additional LED interior lights
- LED bed lights
- Two key fobs with independent user profiles
- Standard AWD and seven-pin trailer wiring harness
The top of the line Black Edition trim adds a unique blackout treatment to the RTL-E with:
- Unique black leather interior with red highlights
- 18 in (45.7 cm) black aluminum alloy rims, similar in design to the RTL series' rims
- Black Edition grille badge
- Black exterior
For the Canadian market, the Gen2 Ridgeline was initially offered in five trim levels: LX, Sport, EX-L, Touring, and Black Edition.[113][136] Unlike the Gen1 Ridgelines sold in Canada, the Gen2's trim packages are different from those sold in the US. For example, all Gen2 Canadian Ridgeline come standard with Honda Sensing and the Clarion audio system with 8 in (20.3 cm) infotainment touchscreen. Additionally, there are unique amenities in the Gen2 Ridgeline that can only be found in Canadian models, such as:[4][113]
- CD player (all trims)
- Ventilated front seats (Touring trim and up)
- Three-mode seat heaters (Sport trim and up)
- Heated rear-seats (EX-L trim and up)
- Rear-passenger climate control interface (EX-L trim and up)
- Heated windshield wiper area (all trims)
- Rain-sensing wipers (Touring trim and up)
- Side-view mirrors with integrated turning signal indicators (Sport trim and up)
- Power folding side-view mirrors (Touring trim and up)
- Splash guards (all trims)
- Skid plate (Sport trim and up)
For the Caribbean and Latin American markets, the 2017 Ridgeline is being offered in RTL and RTL-T trims, but are equipped differently than the US versions of the same name. In short, the Caribbean and Latin American RTL adds a number of features to what you would normally find in a US RTL, such as:[137]
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Clarion 540 W audio system with 8 in (20.3 cm) infotainment touchscreen and eight Panasonic speakers (with Pioneer subwoofer)
- LaneWatch
- Side-view mirrors with integrated turning signal indicators
- Conversation mirror
- Power moonroof
- Power sliding rear window
However, the Caribbean and Latin American RTL lacks the heated front seats of the US RTL trim. The Caribbean and Latin American RTL-T trim take their RTL and adds navigation and voice recognition.[4][137] Within each Latin American country, the Gen2 Ridgeline is sold a little differently, some will offer the RTL and RTL-T while others may only offer one.[108][138][139]
Depending on trim level and country, the Gen2 Ridgeline is offered in four to seven different exterior colors (black, blue, red, green, two shades of gray, and white) to three interior colors (black, gray, and beige) in fabric (US and CA) or leather (all countries) upholstery.[108][125][137][138][139][140][141] Also, US and Canadian buyers can get a special black leather interior with red highlights that is exclusive to their Black Edition trim.[125][141][142] As with the Gen1 Ridgeline, interior colors were mated to specific exterior colors and trims packages.[4]
As before, Honda is offering many OEM accessories that are specifically designed for the Gen2 Ridgeline. The types of accessories being sold are much the same as those offered for the Gen1 Ridgeline with a few exceptions, such as:[69]
- Rear seat covers[152]
- CD player[134]
- Heated steering wheel[153]
- Illuminated door sill trims[154]
- Skid plate[148]
- Fender flares[149]
- Extended view door mirrors[155]
- Door mirror covers[156]
- Tailgate lock[157]
- Honda Bed Tent[143]
Updates
For the 2018 model year, the Gen2 Ridgeline had some minor repackaging of its trim levels. For the US market, Honda removed the AWD option from the base RT trim, removed the RTS trim from the lineup, and expanded the Sport trim by adding two additional exterior colors (Lunar Silver Metallic and White Diamond Pearl) to what was an all-black Ridgeline. This left the RT trim with the Modern Steel Metallic exterior color as the only option remaining in the lineup with two-town (black and gray) upholstery.[4][130] The Canadian market saw the removal of their green exterior color (Forest Mist Metallic) and beige interior color from its 2018 lineup.[142]
For the 2019 model year, the US version of the Ridgeline received a 2.5 A USB charging port to the bottom three trim levels—increasing the total number of USB ports to two—and the two middle trims (the RTL and RTL-T) received the power moonroof and power sliding rear window that use to be exclusive to the top two trims.[128] The Canadian market saw the removal of their base trim Ridgeline (the LX) from their 2019 lineup, giving them only four trim levels to choose from.[136]
Model year | United States | Canada | Caribbean and Latin America |
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2017 | RT (FWD or AWD), RTS (FWD or AWD), Sport (FWD or AWD), RTL (FWD or AWD), RTL-T (FWD or AWD), RTL-E, Black Edition[125] | LX, Sport, EX-L, Touring, and Black Edition[113][142] | |
2018 | RT, Sport (FWD or AWD), RTL (FWD or AWD), RTL-T (FWD or AWD), RTL-E, Black Edition[140][129] | ||
2019 |
Names and paint codes[4][88][158] | Crystal Black Pearl (NH-731P) |
White Diamond Pearl (NH-603P) |
Obsidian Blue Pearl (B-588P) |
Deep Scarlet Pearl (R-561P)—originally known as Copperhead Red Pearl (R-531P) | Forest Mist Metallic (G-537M) |
Modern Steel Metallic (NH-797M) |
Lunar Silver Metallic (NH-830M) |
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2017 [125][141] |
LX, RTS, Sport, RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, Touring, and Black Edition | LX, RTS, Sport (CA), RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, and Touring | RTS, RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, and Touring | RTS, RTL, RTL-T, RTL-E, and Touring | RTL, RTL-T, RTL-E, and Touring | RT, RTS, RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, and Touring | RT, RTS, Sport (CA), RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, and Touring |
2018 [140][142] |
LX, Sport, RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, Touring, and Black Edition | LX, Sport, RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, and Touring | RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, and Touring | RTL, RTL-T, RTL-E, and Touring | RTL, RTL-T, and RTL-E | RT, RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, and Touring | RT, Sport, RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, and Touring |
2019 [129][136] |
Sport, RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, Touring, and Black Edition | Sport, RTL, RTL-T, EX-L, RTL-E, and Touring |
Comparisons
When compared to other US mid-size truck offerings of the same model years, the Gen2 Ridgeline's published specifications has its pros and cons. Car and Driver magazine conducted an in-depth review of the 2018 Ridgeline comparing it to the same model year Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, and GM's Colorado/Canyon. The numerical comparison revealed the Ridgeline had the best gasoline fuel economy, best cornering performance, best rear-seat passenger space and volume, lowest sound levels, best seat height, better visibility, and best in class safety features. For the "cons," the 2018 Ridgeline has the lowest tow rating, worst in class braking, lowest ground clearance, and the poorest rated infotainment system. The other criteria used by Car and Driver showed the truck falling in the middle of its competition.[159]
Small Overlap | Good |
Moderate Overlap | Good |
Side | Good |
Roof Strength | Good |
Head Restraints and Seats | Good |
Crash Avoidance and Mitigation | Superior |
Headlights | Good |
LATCH (ease of use) | Acceptable |
After running through IIHS's new test procedures, the 2017 Ridgeline was given their new top honor, the Top Safety Pick-Plus.[11] —As of December 2018, the 2017 Ridgeline remains the only Top Safety Pick-Plus pickup truck in IIHS's history.[160][161]— Additionally, IIHS reported that the 2017 Ridgeline was the only pickup that received top marks at their new headlight performance test; however, these high marks only applied to the top trim levels of the Ridgeline that were equipped with LED projector headlights.[162] Also, the NHTSA gave the 2017–2019 Ridgelines its top mark with a five-star safety rating. NHTSA testing showed that the 2017–2019 Ridgelines have the best rollover resistance of any truck (full-size or mid-size) currently produced for the US market at 16.4% for FWD and 16.9% for AWD.[163][164][165]
As in 2012, PickupTrucks.com performed another mid-size truck challenge but with 2016 and 2017 model year vehicles sold in the US. Through a battery of objective and subjective test—many similar and some different from the 2012 challenge—the 2017 Ridgeline came in second overall "by one of the slimmest margins in any test" PickupTrucks.com has conducted, winning half of the objective tests. PickupTrucks.com said, "There's no question the Ridgeline was the surprise of this challenge... Our biggest surprise came at our daylong romp at the Bundy Hill Offroad Park where we found the Honda Intelligent Traction Management system to be shrewd and smooth during our sand drags and steep hill climbs. However, as well as it performed, it still had a few problems;" such as how "much sag occurs while carrying payload," mushy and unpredictable brakes, and a hard to use with bad Sun glare infotainment touchscreen. "Still, if you need your pickup to be a Swiss Army knife and you don't need to carry a lot of gear, there isn't anything else in the Ridgeline's league."[166]
Marketing and sales
Compared to the Gen1 Ridgeline, Honda's second attempt at a mid-size truck for the North American market has the automotive press changing its tune, yet it still has an image problem. Gearheads.org wrote the "2017 Honda Ridgeline still won’t get respect but should" stating, its "downside is going to be looks" with its "soft rounded pudgy panda look rather than a sharp chiseled warhorse."[169] A New York Daily News reporter wrote, "You’d think that the most utilitarian of passenger vehicle styles—the pickup truck—would be a completely logical purchase. If that were the case, the Ridgeline would outsell all of the other midsize trucks by a landslide, boasting the best combination of safety, utility and drivability in the class. But the Toyota Tacoma and Chevrolet Colorado both have something that the Ridgeline almost completely lacks: ...bravado."[170] Car and Driver magazine proclaimed, "The Ridgeline’s roomy cabin, ample storage, smooth ride, and innovative touches make its rivals seem outdated. ...it not only has cargo space, but also the makings of a great tailgate party..."[171] Autoblog published a short list of pros and cons after wrapping up their long-term road test of the Gen2 Ridgeline writing its size, the In-Bed Trunk, and its comfort were pros while the "OK" fuel economy, lack of paddle shifters, and a rear-door opening that was too small for comfortable ingress/egress were cons.[172] Motor Trend magazine summed up their view by says they liked "its smooth ride and sharp handling," disliked "the high price, clumsy infotainment system, and plain design," and nominated the new Ridgeline as one of its finalist for their 2017 Truck of the Year competition.[173]
With the introduction of the 2018 model year, media criticism of Honda's pricing for its Ridgeline expand.[173][174][175] With the removal of the AWD option from the Ridgeline's base RT trim and the removal of the RTS trim, would-be US owners have to step up to the Sport trim to get an AWD equipped mid-size truck. According to Bloomberg Business and The Truth About Cars (TTAC), pricing was considered a problem with the Gen1 Ridgeline[92][174] with TTAC writing, "It’s not difficult to see that Honda is once again positioning the Ridgeline in what many conventional pickup truck buyers will consider an uncomfortable price bracket."[174]
Examining the sales figures for the Gen2 Ridgeline, TorqueNews wrote, "...it looks as if American Honda Motors has yet another sales success in its ever expanding lineup."[176] With Honda targeting sales of up to 40,000 Ridgelines per year,[177] initial sales demand for the new Ridgeline outpaced production.[178] To help address demand for its larger vehicles, Honda moved production of its Acura MDX to its East Liberty Auto Plant in order to increase production of the Odyssey, Pilot, and Ridgeline.[178][179] However, comparing Ridgeline sales in the US between 2017 and 2018 shows a 12% decline overall[180] and January 2019 sales figures show the worst monthly sales to date.[105]
Calendar year | US sales | CA sales | Production |
---|---|---|---|
2016 | 23,665 | 2,614 | 34,599 |
2017 | 34,749 | 4,632 | 39,282 |
2018 | 30,592 | 4,094[181] | 46,178[182] |
Although Honda claims not to be in competition with other mid-size truck manufacturers,[12] in 2017 the Toyota Tacoma outsold the Honda Ridgeline 5 : 1 despite the Ridgeline's slight edge in sales over the GMC Canyon that year.[183] Yet, a 24/7 Wall St article highlighted that in 2016 the Gen2 Ridgeline's average number of days on dealer lots was 22 ranking it the fifth fastest mover in the US while the Tacoma ranked fourth at 21.7 days.[184] Additionally, Kelley Blue Book has consistently ranked the Gen2 Ridgeline in its top ten best resale value vehicles in the US[185][186][187] with the 2019 model year having an estimated resale value of 63.2% at 36 months and 51.3% at 60 months, just under their top ranked mid-size truck, the Toyota Tacoma.[187] However, a 2018 Autoline Daily report stated the Ridgeline is the only mid-size truck in North America whose sales are down in a market that "suggests there’s room for more players."[188]
Awards
- North American Car of the Year for 2006 and 2017.[189]
- Canadian Car of the Year and Best New Pickup for 2006[190][191]
- Motor Trend's 2006 Truck of the Year[189]
- Car and Driver's #1 mid-size truck for 2006[192] and 2017–2019[171][193][194]
- Autobytel's 2006 Truck of the Year[195]
- Sobre Ruedas ("On Wheels," a Latin American automotive magazine) 2005 Best Pick-up Truck[195]
- Auto123.com's 2017 Pickup of the Year[196]
- J.D. Power and Associates' Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) Award for 2006–2008,[8][195] 2017,[197] and 2018[198]
- Green Car Journal's 2017 Green Truck of the Year[199]
- Consumer Guide Automotive's Best Buy Award for 2017,[189] 2018,[200] and 2019[201]
- Kelley Blue Book's Top Ten Best Resale Value Award for 2017–2019[185][186][187]
- The Car Connection's Best Pickup to Buy for 2018[202]
- Women's Choice Awards in the Eco-Friendly and Safety categories for 2018[203]
- Popular Mechanics' 2006 Automotive Excellence Award for functionality[195]
- Society of Plastics Engineers 2006 Grand Award for the composite In-Bed Trunk[204]
- NHTSA's first four-door pickup to earn five-star safety rating[189]
- IIHS's "Top Safety Pick-Plus" for 2017[189] and "Top Safety Pick" for 2009–2014, 2018, and 2019[93]
- SCORE Baja off-road race winner in the Stock Mini Class in 2008[205] and 2010[206] as well as Class 7 in 2015,[207] 2016,[208] and 2018[209]
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