How do you like them, and have you had any problems? The Ridgeline appeals to me because it's car up front, open bed in the rear. I looked at all the current pickups, big and small, and find them a bit too truckish not to mention pricey. TIA for any information.

Update, made a deal for an RTL-T AWD for $34650, plus applicable taxes and fees. Original sticker was $39,995 so I guess I got a good deal.

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If you don't mind the aesthetics, its a great truck.

I don't own one, but have several co-workers who do. Very comfortable, don't ride like a truck. Basically a Honda Pilot with the back cut off.

I believe Motor Trend and some of the car rags have done comparo's of all the mid-size pickups and the ridgeline usually scores very well, usually only losing to the Colorado.

He takes a lot of crap from folks about it not being a real truck, so if you got thick skin go for it

I have a 2017 Ridgeline and love it.

I bought it a couple of years ago and kept the mileage off until I retired this year (10k miles on it now), so no maintenance issues.

It is quiet and rides smoothly. I like it better than my wife's Highlander.

Can the bed accommodate 4’ x 8’ sheets of plywood?

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Can the bed accommodate 4’ x 8’ sheets of plywood?

Yes

Good info so far. I'll be replacing a 2012 Outback if that makes any difference.

I have always owned large fast V-8 Sedans; Audi and Infiniti.

Four years ago I inherited a low mileage 2007 Ridgeline. I miss the power and cruising of the sedans (sedans comfortable at 80, Ridgeline comfortable under 75)however the Ridgeline is absolutely wonderful.

It has been reliable, gets decent mileage, and for my purposes around town, it fits the bill. It is much more of a gentleman's pick-up compared to a F150, Chevy, or RAM, but I like that. It is not a truck I would use on a farm or for construction.

The interior is large and comfortable, I like having four doors. Although I do use private garages for many things, I don't want them cracking open the engine, transmission, or air conditioning. For those things I always use, and have been very happy with, the local Honda Dealer. They have provided excellent service and integrity.

If I were in the market for a newer pickup I would certainly consider another Ridgeline; I do prefer the old style though.

I loved my Gen 1 Ridgeline, which I had for 10 years. I looked at and strongly considered a Gen 2, but my need for a truck bed had diminished, and the price increased a fair bit on the Gen 2s, so I ended up going with a SUV instead.

So it's not a "real truck". Whatever. It can do 95% of what most people need a "real truck" to do. And considering the average truck owner these days uses it as a daily driver far more often than they occasionally use the truck bed or tow anything, the Ridgeline's ride is significantly more comfortable than any other truck, and the locked waterproof trunk is handier on a daily basis than the truck bed itself.

If you truly need a full-sized work truck with the ability for heavy hauling/towing, get a "real truck". But most truck owners, if they were honest with themselves, would be better served with a Ridgeline.

2017, we have put 30k miles on it since new and it replaced a 2004 4x4 F150 Lariat. Love the truck, does everything the Ford did except tow 10K lbs. I don’t tow my 25 CC anymore but now do tow a 1520 key west.

Truck can be loaded same as Ford, rides and handles fantastic, has good power and mileage. It has been absolutely reliable and the bed trunk is a fantastic feature. Think of it as 4/5 of an F150 with half the tow capacity. Head over to the ridgeline owners forum if you want detailed research - but we will likely own this truck 15 years or more. Great truck.

2009 and it has only had minor/inexpensive issues. Now at 110K miles and mileage is 18.5-19 in mixed driving. Be aware that at 100K it requires a new timing belt plus a shit load of other recommended services that will run 800-1.2K bucks IF you bite for all of them. The timing belt is an absolute must though and runs 600-800 bucks with a new water pump. All in all, it has been a good ride.

RMD

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Can the bed accommodate 4’ x 8’ sheets of plywood?

Yes

Flat?

Don't know why Chevy discontinued the Avalanche.

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Originally posted by PowerSurge:

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Originally posted by tsmccull:
Can the bed accommodate 4’ x 8’ sheets of plywood?

Yes

Flat?

Yes.

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Don't know why Chevy discontinued the Avalanche.

Easy. Sales figures were pathetic.

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2009 and it has only had minor/inexpensive issues. Now at 110K miles and mileage is 18.5-19 in mixed driving. Be aware that at 100K it requires a new timing belt plus a shit load of other recommended services that will run 800-1.2K bucks IF you bite for all of them. The timing belt is an absolute must though and runs 600-800 bucks with a new water pump. All in all, it has been a good ride.

RMD

My Outback has the same maintenance schedule. Timing belt at 105k and do the pump at the same time.

Most autos with a timing belt recommend that it (and the related components) be replaced at ~100k.

I looked at Ridgeline a few years ago and decided against it. Front wheel drive on a truck just doesn't make sense to me, but don't ask me to explain why. Yeah I know you can get AWD as well. It felt like a mini van with a bed. I guess for most people just going to Home Depot and getting a few bags of mulch, and other such tasks it's fine, and I were honest about it, that plus outdoor activities (hunt fish etc) is all I really use my truck for. But "me man, me need real truck".

I owned a 2011 Ridgeline and it was nice. Got rid of it because the interior was a little small for my liking. I really loved the under bed storage compartment and dual swing tailgate. Hated the turning radius. A semi could make a better 3 point turn.

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So it's not a "real truck". Whatever. It can do 95% of what most people need a "real truck" to do. And considering the average truck owner these days uses it as a daily driver far more often than they occasionally use the truck bed or tow anything, the Ridgeline's ride is significantly more comfortable than any other truck, and the locked waterproof trunk is handier on a daily basis than the truck bed itself.

I like your logic. By that standard, so can my Odyssey, including 4x8 sheet goods completely out of the weather. Ridgeline can't do that now, can it? It also can't carry 8 people either.

The whole "not a real truck", but meets most pickup drivers "needs" thing is tired and old. How many people make vehicle purchases solely based on needs? I'd be willing to bet more pickup buyers buy pickups based on a needs criteria than car buyers do. I know I did.

I didn't by my truck for the 65% of the time I don't need it. I bought it for the 35% of the time it's the smallest, least capable vehicle that will get the job done.

If I wanted a Ridgeline, I'd get one and wouldn't think twice about it. Honda makes solid vehicles.

Paying close attention to this thread. I'm considering buying one myself