2022 Honda Ridgeline Review

Name: 2022 Honda Ridgeline Review
Brand: Honda
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The Ridgeline is unique among pickup trucks. Its unibody construction (rather than more traditional body-on-frame construction) makes it more comfortable and refined to drive than other midsize trucks. It also boasts plenty of storage and abundant standard safety features. The Ridgeline does come up a little short on towing and off-road capability, but overall this is a very impressive midsize truck.

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2022 Honda Ridgeline Review

byCameron Rogers^{Manager, News
Cameron Rogers has worked in the automotive industry since 2013. He has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Today, he leads the news team in developing cutting-edge news articles, opinion pieces and sneak peeks at upcoming vehicles. Favorite cars that he's driven during his tenure at Edmunds include the 991-era Porsche 911 Turbo S, Rolls-Royce Ghost and several generations of Honda Odyssey (really).}

Pros

Superior ride and handling thanks to independent rear suspension
Versatile two-way tailgate and large lockable in-bed trunk
Spacious crew cab is comfortable and handsomely finished

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

No significant changes from 2021 model year
Part of the second Ridgeline generation introduced for 2017

Overview

As far as midsize pickups go, the Honda Ridgeline isn't the most rugged truck around. It doesn't have the best towing capacity in the class, for example, and its off-roading capabilities are just OK. But when it comes to comfort and all-around utility, the Ridgeline is a champ.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2022 Honda Ridgeline Sport 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$211/mo

$257/mo

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The Ridgeline is unique in its class for its fully independent suspension and unibody construction rather than the traditional body-on-frame design. This combo results in an impressively smooth ride and precise handling. You also get a roomy cabin and some clever touches such as an in-bed storage trunk that's great for storing muddy gear or ice and drinks for tailgating.

Overall we think the Ridgeline is a great pick for a midsize truck. Check out our Expert Rating for our test team's report on the Ridgeline's performance, utility and more.

What's it like to live with?

When the Ridgeline was redesigned in 2017, Edmunds brought one in for a long-term test. We lived with it for 12 months and drove it over 20,000 miles. We tested everything from fuel economy to family accommodations on long road trips. The 2017 model differs in some ways from the 2022 Ridgeline, but it's the same generation so many of our observations still apply. Read all about Edmunds' long-term test of the 2017 Honda Ridgeline.

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict^{The Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.}

Great

8.5

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

Rated for you by America's best test team.

Performance

8.5/10

How does the Ridgeline drive? Many benefits come with the Ridgeline's unibody chassis, fully independent suspension and a torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive system. Steering and handling are unrivaled among midsize pickups — this is where the benefits of being a car-based truck shine through.

We like how the 3.5-liter V6 and nine-speed automatic work together. The Ridgeline accelerates smoothly and has plenty of passing power on the highway. At our test track, the Ridgeline went from 0 to 60 mph in 7.2 seconds, which is a quick time for a midsize truck.

The catch: Off-road potential is limited. The Ridgeline is like a crossover SUV in this regard and lacks the underbody clearance, wheel articulation and low-range gearing that allows other 4WD pickups to venture into rockier territory. That said, the Ridgeline performs better with its independent rear suspension on washboard dirt roads than your typical solid-axle truck.

Comfort

9.0/10

How comfortable is the Ridgeline? The Ridgeline has the best ride comfort in the midsize pickup class. It easily absorbs bumps in the road and feels stable and composed around turns. The front seats have thin-yet-supportive padding that provides good long-distance comfort. The cushions are broad enough to accommodate larger folks, and effective side bolsters help keep drivers with narrower frames from sliding around.

Noise and vibration are kept to a minimum in the cabin. The exception is the surprisingly playful and grunty V6, which you'll hear when you mat the gas. Automatic tri-zone climate control is standard across the range, and it cools and heats the cabin well. RTL and above models get heated front seats that work quickly.

Interior

9.0/10

How’s the interior? The Ridgeline is friendly to the driver and passengers alike. A tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel is standard, and it's easy to find a comfortable driving position. Getting in and out is a breeze thanks to wide opening doors and lots of legroom. From the driver's seat, visibility is expansive and the squared-off hood helps you get a better sense of where the front of the truck is. The large rear window helps you see items that are in the bed or cars behind you.

Technology

8.0/10

How’s the tech? The Ridgeline's standard 8-inch touchscreen is attractive and easy to use and gains a much-needed volume knob this year. Voice controls require relatively specific commands but otherwise work well. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration is standard across the range and is also accessible via voice controls. The seven-speaker stereo could be better, though. It produced significant distortion at full volume in our testing.

Almost all of the Ridgeline's driver aids are standard, including adaptive cruise control, forward collision mitigation and lane keeping assist. Blind-spot monitoring is the only optional safety feature. We'd award the Ridgeline a higher score in this category if some of the systems weren't so sensitive. The forward collision warning system, in particular, can be overly eager in issuing alerts.

Towing and Storage

9.0/10

How are the towing and storage? The Ridgeline's bed is the only one in the class that can hold 4-foot-wide sheets without perching on top of wheelwells. Payload is as high as 1,583 pounds in the right trim. That's great for a crew-cab midsize pickup and enough to haul large loads of lumber or gravel, or even a pair of motorcycles in the bed. For extra convenience, the Ridgeline has a lockable in-bed trunk and a trick two-way tailgate that opens down or sideways.

Maximum towing capacity is 5,000 pounds when properly equipped. Other trucks can pull more but we consider 5,000 pounds a decent amount. If you're really into towing, you probably want to get a full-size truck anyway.

Inside, the Ridgeline blows the competition away. Many small cubbies, a massive center console bin and a big, flat storage area underneath the rear seats mean you might never have too much stuff. The Ridgeline's roomy rear seat also makes it easy to install child safety seats.

Fuel Economy

8.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates that the all-wheel-drive Ridgeline (the only model available) will return 21 mpg combined (18 city/24 highway). That's better than a V6-equipped Toyota Tacoma and Chevrolet Colorado but a little less than the turbocharged four-cylinder Ford Ranger. On our highway-heavy 115-mile evaluation route, our test Ridgeline returned 23 mpg. To us this indicates the EPA numbers should be fairly accurate.

Value

8.0/10

Is the Ridgeline a good value? The Ridgeline's base price has increased compared to prior years because there's no longer a front-wheel-drive version. Still, you get a lot for your money. Even the base Sport trim has a nearly full suite of standard safety features, along with smartphone integration and tri-zone automatic climate control. Prices at the top end of the Ridgeline lineup might seem steep, but you get unsurpassed cabin quality and unique items such as in-bed drivers that can be used as tailgate speakers.

Warranty coverage in the Ridgeline is average with basic coverage and roadside assistance for three years/36,000 miles and powertrain coverage for five years/60,000 miles.

Wildcard

8.0/10

The Ridgeline's new, more rugged styling is bound to attract buyers who thought it looked too smooth and sophisticated in the past. It's always been the kind of pickup truck buyers would be quite happy with if they focused on need instead of want.

In terms of driving fun, there are two ways to think about the Ridgeline. The first way is to be disappointed that it can't crawl up rocks like a Gladiator Rubicon. The second way is to see it as way more fun to drive every day thanks to class-leading handling and steering dynamics. We choose the latter.

Which Ridgeline does Edmunds recommend?

The sweet spot is the RTL-E. It has some extra features over the Sport and RTL that are worth getting, such as wireless smartphone charging and an upgraded stereo that includes a truck bed-based speaker system. The top-level Black Edition is cool but doesn't really add much other than visual enhancements.

2022 Honda Ridgeline models

The 2022 Honda Ridgeline is a midsize crew-cab pickup offered in four trim levels: Sport, RTL, RTL-E and Black Edition. All Ridgelines are powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine (280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque) mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. Feature highlights include:

Sport
The base Sport trim starts you off with:

18-inch alloy wheels
LED headlights
Lights in the truck bed
Keyless entry and ignition
Automatic tri-zone climate control
8-inch touchscreen
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
Seven-speaker sound system
Class III trailer hitch with seven-pin connector
Honda Sensing safety suite that includes:

Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
Lane keeping assist (steers the Ridgeline back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)

RTL
Moving up to the RTL adds several creature comforts such as:

Noise-reducing front windshield
Heated mirrors
Sunroof
Power-sliding rear window
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Driver's seat memory settings
Power-adjustable, heated front seats
Leather upholstery
Satellite radio
Blind-spot monitoring (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)

RTL-E
The step up to the RTL-E brings several tech updates, including:

LED truck bed lights
Household-style power outlet in the bed
Truck-bed audio powered by six in-bed drivers that use the bed as a speaker
Blue ambient interior lighting
Heated steering wheel
Navigation system
Eight-speaker audio system
Second-row USB charge ports
Wireless smartphone charging
Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)

Black Edition
The Black Edition is a cosmetic package that builds on the RTL-E with:

Blacked-out exterior trim
Black leather interior with red accents
Black wheels
Red ambient interior lighting

Several packages are available across the Ridgeline range including:

Function package

In-bed trunk dividers
In-bed cargo net
First-aid kit

Function+ package

Function package equipment
Tonneau cover

HPD (Honda Performance Development) package

Bronze- or black-colored wheels (HPD Bronze package only)
Fender flares
HPD emblems and decals
Unique front grille

Utility package

Roof rails and crossbars
Running boards

Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

4/5Above Average

#5 out of 8 among Midsize Trucks

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Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Honda Ridgeline from 2008-2022.}

$429/yr

vs. $451/yr
for Average Midsize Truck

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

0.87x/yr

vs. 0.79x/yr
for Average Midsize Truck

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

15.7%

vs. 13.6%
for Average Midsize Truck

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I’m on my second gen 2 ridgeline. I traded my 2017 RTLE with 90k miles for a 2021 RTL. Simply put, the best vehicles I’ve ever owned! On the first one I purchased I traded my Explorer, F150 and Buick LaCrosse since the Ridgeline fulfilled all 3 missions. Lux interior and ride, room for 5 around town, 4 on long trips, excellent storage and utility for shopping and outdoor activities and a …

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Purchased a 2022 Ridgeline RTL just before Christmas and have approx. 300 miles. Here are my thoughts so far . . . Love the truck! Started out looking to replace my 2017 Tacoma Sport and was looking primarily at Chevy and Toyota. Somehow I got turned onto the Ridgeline. I guess I was like allot of other buyers that didn't really think of the Ridgeline as a real truck. Anyway after …

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Pat, 04/19/2022

2022 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 9A)

Traded my Silverado LTZ for a new 2022 RTL-E. The Silverado was nice, but GM has too many issues. I don't tow. Just need a pickup for weekend hardware store runs and other occasional light duties. The Ridgeline fits my needs perfectly. It rides and handles great, probably the best riding vehicle I've ever owned. The engine and transmission are buttery smooth. It's my daily driver and …

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DR, 02/03/2022

2022 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 9A)

I'm about 1750 miles into my 2022 Ridgeline RTL-E and so far I have been extremely satisfied. As a person who isn't naturally crazy about vehicles, I had to ask myself what I was really looking for in my next vehicle. For reference, I had a perfectly ordinary 2015 Ford Fusion which got me from A to B. From that vehicle, I realized a couple of things. I wanted to ride up higher, I … wanted 6 cylinders or more and I wanted a vehicle I could love (not just like). My lifestyle is becoming more and more outdoors and needing to haul some gear was more important than when I bought the Fusion. So... I decided on a truck. The initial trucks I looked at were full size. The Ford F-150 and the Ram 1500. Loved both of them, but here are the problems I had with them. To get a leather trim, you were easily in the sixties for prices (thank you Covid) and the gas mileage is abysmal. I drove my friends 1500 and he was getting 15-16mpg on average. The other thing I realized about full size trucks is turning radius - it's horrible. Having a big truck makes you feel manly, but you need to be able to park it and get around. Gas mileage, cost, turning radius and the realization that I didn't need THAT much truck had me look at midsize... Obviously, everyone looks at the Tacoma. It LOOKS GREAT. But that's about it. It hasn't been redesigned in forever and the ride shows it. The technology and the dash just seemed dated and the local dealers couldn't be bothered with following up on emails and calls. It's a noisy ride! Again, leather was a very high level trim. Nothing except the looks and the previous reputation were in its favor. I kept looking at the Honda on Edmunds as the number 1 midsize but it has so little market share. Finally, I decided to expand my horizons and went in to a dealer to test drive it. I bought it the next day. Ride - for reference, my wife has a Lexus RX350 and I have to say the Ridgeline is nearly as good. Even my wife on her first experience commented (unprompted) how good the ride was. It drives like a car. This is the thing that the Honda Ridgeline gets great marks on and is known for. Check! Turning radius - not quite as good as most cars, but it is far better than any other truck I have driven. I don't know for sure, but I'd say it's within 10% of most cars. Check! RTL-E has leather trim and feels good. Cost out the door was around $50k before my trade-in. Check! Gas mileage - I have averaged 20.8 overall so far and this is a mix of town and highway so I think pretty good all told. The truck has an Eco mode (haven't used) and it will turn itself off at stop lights (have used) Technology - very good. Touch screen is much more responsive than older systems and Car Play was one of the must have features that I had to have. Adaptive cruise control, emergency braking, lane departure, etc. etc. Good stuff overall - the only thing I could wish it had was seat A/C. This last sentence sounds silly until you try it on a long drive. Lexus RX350 has it and it is the bomb. Since my dog is my buddy, I have the back seats folded up and put in a dog couch. The back doors open plenty well for me. I think Gen1 owners complained and had to modify the door. No such issues for me. 5'4" cab is plenty for my gear and home depot runs. There are tie holds and it is already lined with a tough plastic bed liner, so I'm good. The AC outlet in the back might be useful one day. Storage container under the bed is great. So is the back door opening two ways. I added a Tonneau cover and called it a day. The issues I've heard about Ridgelines are that sometimes rain can move from the bed back into the back of the truck. I looked at this carefully when I first got it, but no issues and I have a cover and I am keeping it a garage. Weep holes seemed to work as promised. I was even pulling the carpet back in the back seat to see if there was an issue, but nothing. Ask your dealer if this is still an issue or look it up yourself. The only other thing is VCM (type Honda VCM in wikipedia). However, I think the number of actual issues on this has to be very small across all Ridgelines and I am not planning on using eco mode anyway. check out the Honda Ridgeline forums (independent). So, I have found a vehicle that I truly am happy with and now look forward to driving and the biggest surprise of all is that I am starting to see more of them around me. My recommendation is definitely give this a test drive and compare what you're really looking for to how the Ridgeline may deliver for you. So far, I have made the right choice.

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2022 Ridgeline Highlights

Trim:

Sport

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$38,140
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	21 MPG
Cost to Drive	$211/month
Seating	5 seats
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	5,000 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Ridgeline models:

Collision Mitigation Braking: Warns you of a possible forward collision and engages the brakes to reduce the severity of a front impact.
Adaptive Cruise Control: Manages following distance as well as speed, and it can be switched to speed-only mode if desired.
Multi-Angle Rearview Camera: Gives you a clear view behind the truck, which can be especially useful when the bed or cabin is full or when connecting a trailer.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.9%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Acceptable
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Good
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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2022 Honda Ridgeline Review

2022 Honda Ridgeline Review

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Overview

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Honda Ridgeline Sport 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

What's it like to live with?

Edmunds Expert Rating

Performance

Comfort

Interior

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Fuel Economy

Value

Wildcard

Which Ridgeline does Edmunds recommend?

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