Billy Rehbock, with MOTORTREND saidDon't listen to the naysayersthe Honda Ridgeline has a lot to offer. Its unibody construction and fully independent suspension makes it drive compared to conventional body-on-frame pickups. The Ridgeline's five-foot bed is modest in size but comes equipped with a storage area, which also functions as an ice chest, and a two-way tailgate. Updates for 2024 included bigger screens, wireless mobile device mirroring, and more storage space in the center consolemade the interior a much better place to spend time. All models receive a 3.5-liter V-6 engine developing 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive
Every 2025 Honda Ridgeline comes in a single configurationa crew cab paired with a 5-foot bed. Although the bed and cabin trail some rivals in terms of space, the Ridgeline makes up for its deficiencies with clever features that aid livability. Under the bed, there's a 7.3 cubic foot cargo hold that doubles as an ice chest with a drain plug. The tailgate swings down or out to the side for easier access.
The Sport trim starts you off with18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, Lights in the truck bed, Keyless entry and ignition, Tri-zone automatic climate control, a 9-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, a Seven-speaker sound system, Wireless phone charger and a Class III trailer hitch with seven-pin connector.
The Honda Sensing safety suite is standard on all trim levels and includesAdaptive cruise control, Lane keeping assistance, Forward collision mitigation and Blind-spot warning.