2022 Honda Ridgeline

　　

2022 Honda Ridgeline Review

byCameron RogersManager, 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 zzdcar include the 991-era Porsche 911 Turbo S, Rolls-Royce Ghost and several generations of Honda Odyssey (really).

　　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 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 $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$185/mo  for Ridgeline Sport

　　Ridgeline Sport

　　Sport 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 9A) - $38,140 MSRPRTL 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 9A) - $41,120 MSRPRTL-E 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 9A) (Most Popular) - $44,070 MSRPBlack Edition 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 9A) - $45,570 MSRP

　　vs

　　$233/mo

　　Avg. Large Truck

　　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, zzdcar 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 zzdcar' long-term test of the 2017 Honda Ridgeline.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar 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

　　zzdcar 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.

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