Used 2017 Honda Ridgeline Sport Crew Cab Review
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Ridgeline - highly engineered truck
College Student, San Leandro, CA, 10/20/2016
2017 Honda Ridgeline Sport 4dr Crew Cab SB (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
Sports utility truck, not a work truck, ideal for many people. If you want to lift your truck and go off-road rock crawling, this truck is not for you. if you want a highly designed, engineered and comfortable truck to help you through your active mobile life, seriously consider the new G2 Ridgeline.
It Can't Tow the Capacity for Which it is Rated
Don't Buy a Ridgeline if you T, Easton, PA, 12/11/2019
2017 Honda Ridgeline Sport 4dr Crew Cab SB (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
I bought a 2017 Honda Ridgeline to tow a 1800 pound trailer. The Ridgeline is rated at a towing capacity of 3500 pounds. I drove it to Florida (about a 1000 miles) and the transmission fluid overheated. Honda corporation told me I should have done my research to know I can't drive long distances. There's no place in the Honda information that indicates it can't handle that distance. … Don't ever by a Honda Ridgeline if you want to tow something. Now I'm stuck with a vehicle that doesn't meet my needs.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2017 Honda Ridgeline Sport Crew Cab
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Superior ride and handling thanks to independent rear suspension
- Pro:Has unique two-way tailgate and large lockable in-bed trunk
- Pro:Sophisticated all-wheel-drive system provides multisurface traction
- Pro:Spacious crew cab is comfortable and handsomely finished
- Con:Maddening touchscreen audio and navigation interface
- Con:Lacks the low-range gearing and underbody clearance of typical trucks
- Con:5,000-pound maximum tow rating drops to 3,500 pounds on front-drive version
Which Ridgeline does Edmunds recommend?
The Honda Ridgeline RTL-T is generously equipped and moderately priced, and unlike pricier models, it's available in either front-wheel or all-wheel drive. It has the heated, power-adjustable leather seats many will want, and its 8-inch touchscreen audio and navigation system plays well with smartphones. But we fully admit the 8-inch touchscreen can be frustrating to use, so those who are willing to rely on their smartphone for navigation could save money and choose the RTL instead.
Full Edmunds Review: 2017 Honda Ridgeline Crew Cab
Driving
5.0Among pickups, the Honda Ridgeline stands apart because of its unibody chassis, fully independent suspension and torque-vectoring AWD system that improves stability on all surfaces. We like how the 3.5-liter V6 and the six-speed automatic work together. The catch: Off-road potential is limited.
Comfort
5.0The Ridgeline's ride comfort is second to none as far as pickups go, with a much more settled feel that comes from its crossover SUV underpinnings. These roots help with noise suppression, too. The seats and the climate control layout are comfortable and family-friendly.
Interior
5.0The Ridgeline is very friendly to the driver and passengers alike. It's easy to climb in and out of, the cab is roomier than that of any other midsize competitor, and it's easy to see out. The attractive interior is well built from quality materials, and the controls are well thought out.
Utility
5.0The 2017 Ridgeline is a solid cargo hauler, inside and out. The crew cab's short bed is longer than competitors, has a higher payload rating, is the only one that holds 4-foot-wide sheets, and has a lockable in-bed trunk and a two-way tailgate. Not a towing leader, but 5,000 pounds isn't shabby.
Technology
4.0The Ridgeline plays well with smartphones, with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto available on higher trims. However, we're not fans of the 8-inch touchscreen audio system because of the poor user-interface experience. A full selection of active driving safety features are available on top-grade models.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
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