Thanks partially to its low-for-a-pickup mass, the Ridgeline handles admirably, given its size. I found the vehicle
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| I found the vehicle very easy to maneuver in and out of traffic, which makes it quite a relaxing pickup for city driving or daily commuting. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
With its comfortable seating for five, the Ridgeline is an alternative for families that may be considering the purchase of an SUV. With that in mind, Honda engineered a tremendous amount of safety into its new pickup, beginning with dual-stage, dual-threshold front airbags. Unlike many competitors, standard equipment airbags don't end there; the Ridgeline also receives front side-airbags with passenger-side occupant detection. Completing the safety net of standard equipment airbags are side-curtains with rollover sensing. Slightly
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| The Ridgeline's payload capacity will allow up to 705 kg (1,558 lb) of it onboard and a further 2,268 kg (5,000 lb) of it can be safely towed. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian auto Press) |
And if its gear that buyers intend to haul, the Ridgeline's payload capacity will allow up to 705 kg (1,558 lb) of it onboard. A further 2,268 kg (5,000 lb) of it can be safely towed by the Ridgeline, which is pre-wired with 4- and 7-pin electrical connectors. The Ridgeline's flat cargo box is coated with a composite material and is unimpeded by large fender wells. In fact, a 4x8-foot sheet of plywood will lay flat, provided the tailgate is opened in the drop down position. Tie-down hooks are set into the cargo floor to keep things well fastened when the tailgate is open.