2008 Honda Ridgeline Road Test Ratings

A versatile vehicle that spans the gap between car and truck. It's not perfect at either extreme, but is a good compromise in the middle.

Inadequate power, but it drives more car-like than the others.

Quiet and smooth car-like ride. Driving position is good, but not perfect for taller individuals.

Logical control layout, but the bed is small with large wings that impede rearward visibility. A dual acting tailgate and in-bed trunk is extremely functional, but the spare is hard to access with a load aboard.

Assembly quality is top-notch. The interior design is over-the-top and spartan.