Description
Pros
- Smooth ride and secure handling for a pickup
- Versatile two-way tailgate and large lockable in-bed trunk
- Spacious crew cab is comfortable
Cons
- Lacks low-range gearing and underbody clearance of typical trucks
- Sensitive driver aids are distracting
- Less towing capacity than top rivals
What’s new
- Potential redesign for 2025
- We hope a new Ridgeline bows with a tougher exterior design
- Will likely be powered by a carryover V6
Overview
The second-generation Honda Ridgeline has been one of our favorite midsize pickups since it debuted for the 2017 model year. By using a car-based platform instead of a truck-based one, the Ridgeline drives more comfortably than many of its rivals. Even though it isn’t as capable off-road, trims like the TrailSport give the Ridegline some all-terrain aptitude. The only problem is the Ridgeline’s age. Since it was introduced, every other midsize truck has been fully redesigned or is new to the field. Honda can’t afford to let the younger bucks upstage the automaker’s only pickup
