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2012 Honda Ridgeline review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

15 city, 21 highway, 17 combined

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

5 out of 5

4 customer reviews
The 2012 Honda Ridgeline receives consistent praise for its smooth ride, spacious interior, and reliable performance. Customers appreciate the car-like handling and ample storage options. Some drawbacks include average fuel efficiency and minor cabin noise. Lacking modern tech features, it compensates with practicality and versatility, remaining a solid choice for truck buyers.

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 4WD/AWD

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Tow Hitch
  • 4WD/AWD
  • Automatic Transmission
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio

Optional Features

  • Parking Sensors
  • Running Boards
  • Bluetooth Technology

Drive Wheels

Four Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

3.5L

Horsepower

250

Torque (ft-lbs)

247

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

22

Wheelbase

122"

Overall length

206.9"

Width

77.8"

Height

70.3"

Leg room

F 40.8"/R 36.4"

Head room

F 40.7"/R 39.1"

Front tires

P245/60TR18

Rear tires

P245/60TR18

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

500/5000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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