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2020 Honda Ridgeline review

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Pros

  • Comfortable ride thanks to independent rear suspension
  • Nifty storage solutions both in bed and cab
  • Two-way tailgate is one of many clever features

Cons

  • Frustrating touchscreen experience
  • No low-range gearing and poor underbody clearance
  • Less towing capacity than its competitors

Mileage (EPA estimate)

19 city, 24 highway, 21 combined

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2020 Honda Ridgeline is comfortable and practical

The 2020 Honda Ridgeline delivers a car-like experience because it’s built on an SUV platform, a departure from the majority of the midsize pickup segment. Most of its competitors, from the Chevrolet Colorado to the Toyota Tacoma, are built body-on-frame (meaning the cab and bed sit on top of its chassis), but the Ridgeline’s construction gives it better ride comfort, interior room and noise isolation compared to its rivals. We especially like some of its storage tricks, like a lockable in-bed trunk. That bed measures 40-inches wide and just over 5 feet wide, a decent size for a truck of its class.

The Ridgeline's maximum towing capacity doesn't quite match its rivals. It’s available with all-wheel drive, but not the more rugged four-wheel drive available in competitors. However, if heavy towing and serious rock crawling aren't in your future, neither of these are likely to be deal-breakers.

The Ridgeline is ultimately looking to be the most comfortable and easy-to-use truck on four wheels, and it mostly delivers.

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What is new for the 2020 Honda Ridgeline?

  • Trim discontinued: XLT Sport trim no longer available
  • New equipment: Standard adaptive cruise control added across all trims
  • New equipment: Enhanced infotainment system with larger touchscreen and improved navigation features
  • New equipment: Optional advanced safety package now available for upper trims

2020 Honda Ridgeline trims

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Sport:

RTL:

RTL-E:

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What We Like

Comfort: The Ridgeline delivers a seriously nice ride compared to its midsize pickup competitors. The combination of its SUV-like construction and its independent rear suspension offers one of the nicest rides in the category, and its crew cab is spacious compared to its competitors.

Interior: The interior of the Ridgeline’s crew cab is spacious, and a nice place to spend long drives. It's also easy to get in and out of, particularly compared to trucks like the Tacoma. The rear head- and legroom is sizable, and the large windows make it easy to see out.

Storage: The Ridgeline makes up for its lack of towing prowess with its impressive storage capacity. A lockable in-bed trunk is its best party trick, but a two-way tailgate and large crew cab with tons of spots to store smaller items make the pickup a solid stuff hauler both inside and out.

What Needs Improvement

Truck-stuff: The Ridgeline can handle the needs of most truck users while also serving as a competent daily driver. Those looking for a burly truck with 4x4 to take rock crawling on the weekends might want to look elsewhere. Other trucks can haul and tow more than Honda's all-rounder.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.9 out of 5

10 customer reviews
The 2020 Honda Ridgeline combines truck utility with sedan-like handling, excelling in ride quality, cabin space, and innovative cargo storage such as the in-bed trunk. While praised for its comfort and versatility, critiques highlight an aging infotainment system and moderate fuel efficiency. Overall, it's a reliable and family-friendly choice for practical needs.

RepairPal reliability rating

4
Above Average

RepairPal gave the Honda Ridgeline an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Honda Ridgeline 5th out of 8 among Midsize Trucks.

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Honda Ridgeline features and specs

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Sport 4D Crew Cab 2WD

Standard Features

  • Lane Departure Warning
  • ABS Brakes
  • Power Locks
  • Rear Defroster
  • Smart Key
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Windows
  • Cloth Seats
  • Traction Control
  • Remote Start
  • Air Conditioning
  • Power Mirrors
  • Side Airbags
  • Rear View Camera
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Tow Hitch
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto

Optional Features

  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Cloth Seats
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Tow Hitch
  • Running Boards
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Bed Liner
  • CD Audio

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.5L

Horsepower

280

Torque (ft-lbs)

262

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

19.5

Wheelbase

125.2"

Overall length

210"

Width

78.6"

Height

70.2"

Leg room

F 40.9"/R 36.7"

Head room

F 40.1"/R 38.8"

Front tires

P245/60HR18

Rear tires

P245/60HR18

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

350/3500 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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