Honda Ridgeline: 2026 price, specs, TrailSport and which used years to buy

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The 2026 Honda Ridgeline is a five-seat midsize pickup priced from $40,795 (Sport) to $47,895 (Black Edition Two-Tone) before a $1,595 destination charge. Every trim pairs a 280-hp 3.5L V6 with a 9-speed automatic and i-VTM4 all-wheel drive, tows up to 5,000 lbs and is rated 18/24/21 mpg (TrailSport 18/23/20).

Type
Five-seat crew-cab midsize pickup
Price (MSRP)
$40,795–$47,895 (2026 MY) · MSRP excluding the $1,595 destination charge; $42,390–$49,490 including it (Sep 2026 Honda pricing). Lowest = Sport, highest = Black Edition Two-Tone.[1]
Powertrains
Sport / RTL / Black Edition, TrailSport · 280 hp
Towing
up to 5,000 lb (Every 2026 trim; requires Honda accessory towing equipment. Payload runs from 1,509 lbs (Black Edition) to 1,583 lbs (Sport).)[2]
Current generation
Second generation, 2017–2026

2026 Honda Ridgeline price and trims

The current Ridgeline is AWD-only with one powertrain, so trims differ by equipment. Sport is the base trim, RTL adds leather, power seats and a moonroof, TrailSport adds off-road suspension, all-terrain tires and navigation, and Black Edition adds ventilated seats, premium audio and a bed power outlet. Every trim has the In-Bed Trunk and dual-action tailgate.[23][24][25][26]

Honda Ridgeline trims with 2026 model-year base MSRP (USD) and powertrains
TrimMSRP (2026)Powertrain
Sport$40,795excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY, Sep 2026 pricing); $42,390 incl. destination3.5L V6 (280 hp, 262 lb-ft), 9-speed automatic, i-VTM4 AWD[23][24]
RTL$43,595excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY, Sep 2026 pricing); $45,190 incl. destination3.5L V6 (280 hp, 262 lb-ft), 9-speed automatic, i-VTM4 AWD[23][24]
TrailSport$45,995excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY, Sep 2026 pricing); $47,590 incl. destination; $47,195 with HPD wheels ($48,790 incl. destination)3.5L V6 (280 hp, 262 lb-ft), 9-speed automatic, i-VTM4 AWD[23][24]
Black Edition$47,395excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY, Sep 2026 pricing); $48,990 incl. destination; Two-Tone $47,895 ($49,490 incl. destination)3.5L V6 (280 hp, 262 lb-ft), 9-speed automatic, i-VTM4 AWD[23][24]

Every Ridgeline trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →

Honda Ridgeline engines, horsepower and mpg

Honda rates the V6 at 280 hp at 6,000 rpm and 262 lb-ft at 4,700 rpm. i-VTM4 can send up to 70% of engine torque to the rear axle. The TrailSport's all-terrain tires cost 1 mpg on the highway and combined in EPA testing. The tank holds 19.5 gallons. There is no hybrid, diesel or front-drive 2026 Ridgeline.

Honda Ridgeline powertrains with Honda-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
VersionEngineHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)TransmissionDriveEPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
Sport / RTL / Black EditionSport, RTL, Black Edition, Black Edition Two-Tone3.5L V6 (3,471 cc) with Variable Cylinder Management[2][1][3]2802629-speed automatic with paddle shiftersi-VTM4 torque-vectoring AWD18/24/212026 MY[3]
TrailSportTrailSport, TrailSport + HPD Wheels3.5L V6 (3,471 cc) with Variable Cylinder Management[2][1][4][5]2802629-speed automatic with paddle shiftersi-VTM4 torque-vectoring AWD18/23/202026 MY[5]

Output is as rated by Honda; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

First-generation (2014) vs second-generation (2026) Ridgeline

Honda spec-sheet figures for the last year of each generation.[11][2][10]

First-generation (2014) vs second-generation (2026) Ridgeline
2014 Ridgeline2026 Ridgeline
Engine3.5L V6, 250 hp / 247 lb-ft3.5L V6, 280 hp / 262 lb-ft
Transmission5-speed automatic9-speed automatic
DriveVTM-4 4WDi-VTM4 torque-vectoring AWD
EPA city/hwy/combined16 / 21 / 17 mpg18 / 24 / 21 mpg (TrailSport 18 / 23 / 20)
Bed length (tailgate up)60.0 in64.0 in
In-Bed Trunk8.5 cu ft7.3 cu ft
Max payload1,546 lbs1,583 lbs
Towing5,000 lbs5,000 lbs
  • The second generation adds 30 hp and 4 mpg combined while keeping the 5,000-lb tow rating.
  • The older truck has the larger In-Bed Trunk; the newer one has the longer bed.

Is a new Ridgeline coming? The third generation

Yes. On July 23, 2026 Honda confirmed a third-generation Ridgeline with a more rugged design, due within two years. It is being styled in Southern California and engineered at Honda's Ohio development center, and it will be built only at the Alabama plant that builds today's Ridgeline, Passport, Pilot and Odyssey.

Honda also said production of the current 2026 Ridgeline will pause later in 2026. It has released no platform, powertrain or pricing details for the next truck.[9]

Ridgeline bed, In-Bed Trunk and payload

The 2026 bed is 64.0 in long with the tailgate up and 83.0 in with it down, and 50.0 in wide between the wheel wells, so 4-foot-wide sheets lie flat. Under the floor is a lockable, drainable 7.3 cu ft In-Bed Trunk that Honda says can double as an ice-filled cooler. The Dual-Action Tailgate drops down or swings sideways and handles dynamic loads up to 300 lbs when open.

Payload is 1,583 lbs (Sport), 1,544 lbs (RTL), 1,521 lbs (TrailSport) and 1,509 lbs (Black Edition). Ground clearance is 7.64 in unladen, and the truck is 210.2 in long on a 125.2 in wheelbase.

  • Bed: 64.0 in (83.0 in tailgate down), 50.0 in between wheel wells
  • In-Bed Trunk: 7.3 cu ft, lockable with drain
  • Eight 350-lb tie-down cleats (2024 release)
  • Payload: 1,509–1,583 lbs
  • Towing: 5,000 lbs
  • [2][12][4]

Ridgeline TrailSport: what it adds

The TrailSport arrived with the 2024 refresh. It gets General Grabber A/T Sport 245/60R18 all-terrain tires, steel underbody protection that shields the oil pan, off-road-tuned springs, dampers and stabilizer bars, and its own 18-inch wheels. For 2026 it gained an exclusive Ash Green Metallic paint.

The TrailSport lists at $45,995, or $47,195 with HPD wheels, before destination. EPA rates it 18/23/20 mpg versus 18/24/21 for the other trims.[4][12][1][5]

Which used Ridgeline years to buy

Among second-generation trucks, the 2017–2019 model years carry the most recall campaigns: a fuel-pump feed port that car-wash acids could crack (2017–2019, 106,683 trucks), a tailgate-area rear camera harness that could break (2017–2019), a hood latch striker that could let the hood open (2017–2020), connecting-rod bearing wear (2017 and 2019) and a 2019 timing-belt campaign. 2020–2024 trucks share a second camera-harness recall, and 2017–2023 trucks sold in salt-belt states are in a 2026 rear-subframe corrosion recall whose remedy includes a reinforcement kit.

First-generation trucks (2006–2014) are covered by Takata driver and passenger air bag inflator recalls and, in salt-belt states, by a 2022 recall for frame corrosion where the fuel tank straps mount; Honda may offer to repurchase badly corroded trucks. A 2021-or-newer Ridgeline has the 9-speed, standard AWD and Honda Sensing, and avoids most of the 2017–2019 campaigns.[13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][8]

Used Ridgeline inspection checklist

Check the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup; the corrosion recalls in particular only apply to trucks sold or registered in specific states.

  • Salt-belt trucks: inspect the rear frame near the fuel tank straps (2006–2014) and the rear subframe mounts (2017–2023)
  • Open and close the tailgate both ways, then confirm the rear camera image (2017–2024 harness recalls)
  • Smell for fuel near the tank on 2017–2019 trucks (fuel-pump feed port recall)
  • Confirm the hood latch striker repair on 2017–2020 trucks
  • Ask for the connecting-rod bearing inspection record on 2017 and 2019 trucks
  • On 2006–2014 trucks, confirm both Takata inflator replacements
  • [22][19][14][18][13][15][16][20][21]

Honda Ridgeline generations by year

Every US Honda Ridgeline generation with model years and engines, newest first
GenerationUS model yearsEnginesNotes
Second generation2017–20263.5L V6, 280 hp / 262 lb-ft; 6-speed automatic (2017–2019), 9-speed automatic (2020–2026); FWD or i-VTM4 AWD through 2020, AWD only from 2021Launched for 2017 in RT, RTS, Sport, RTL, RTL-T, RTL-E and Black Edition trims; 2WD models towed 3,500 lbs and AWD models 5,000 lbs. 2020 brought the 9-speed and standard Honda Sensing; 2021 a squarer nose and standard AWD; 2024 the TrailSport and a 9-inch touchscreen. Honda said in July 2026 that production of the 2026 model will pause ahead of a third generation due within two years.[6][7][8][4][9][10]
First generation2006–20143.5L V6, 250 hp / 247 lb-ft (2014 rating), 5-speed automatic, VTM-4 four-wheel driveEvery first-generation Ridgeline was four-wheel drive and rated 15/20/17 mpg (2006–2011) or 16/21/17 (2012–2014) by EPA. The 2014 trims were RT, Sport, RTS, RTL and SE, with 5,000 lbs of towing, up to 1,546 lbs of payload, a 60-inch bed and an 8.5 cu ft In-Bed Trunk. EPA lists no 2015 or 2016 Ridgeline.[11][12][10]

Honda Ridgeline problems and recalls

By NHTSA campaign count, the 2012 and 2019 Ridgeline lead with 11 recalls each. First-generation 2006–2014 trucks carry Takata inflator and salt-state rear-frame corrosion recalls. Second-generation 2017–2023 trucks from salt states are in rear subframe recall 26V365, whose final remedy Honda expected in fall 2026.

Documented Honda Ridgeline issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
IssueGenerationYearsType
Rear subframe may corrode at suspension mounts in salt states (recall 26V365)[27][28][29]2nd generation (2017–present)2017–2023Recall 26V365
Connecting rod bearing may wear and seize the V6 (recall 23V751)[30]2nd generation (2017–present)2017, 2019Recall 23V751
Timing belt teeth may separate on 2019 models (recall 19V298)[31]2nd generation (2017–present)2019Recall 19V298
Fuel pump feed port may crack from car wash chemicals (recall 19V053)[32]2nd generation (2017–present)2017–2019Recall 19V053
Hood latch striker may separate and the hood can open (recall 21V932)[33]2nd generation (2017–present)2017–2020Recall 21V932
Tailgate camera wiring may break (recalls 22V867, 24V321)[34][35]2nd generation (2017–present)2017–2024Recall 24V321
Brake booster tie-rod fastener may be loose (recall 23V458)[36]2nd generation (2017–present)2020–2023Recall 23V458
Front passenger seat weight sensor may crack (recalls 26V332, 24V064)[37][38]2nd generation (2017–present)2017–2021, 2023, 2025Recall 26V332

All 15 documented Ridgeline issues and 15 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a 2026 Honda Ridgeline?

Honda's September 2026 pricing lists the Ridgeline from $40,795 (Sport) to $47,895 (Black Edition Two-Tone), excluding the $1,595 destination charge. Negotiate a target discount off MSRP in dollars and percent, before rebates and with no dealer add-ons.

How much can a Honda Ridgeline tow?

Every 2026 Ridgeline is rated to tow 5,000 lbs with Honda accessory towing equipment. Payload ranges from 1,509 to 1,583 lbs by trim.

Is there a 2027 Honda Ridgeline?

Honda has not announced a 2027 Ridgeline. In July 2026 it said 2026 production will pause later in the year and that an all-new third-generation Ridgeline will arrive within two years.

Is the Honda Ridgeline all-wheel drive?

Yes. Every Ridgeline since 2021 has i-VTM4 all-wheel drive standard. 2017–2020 trucks were offered with 2WD on lower trims, and 2006–2014 trucks all had VTM-4 four-wheel drive.

What years of Ridgeline should I avoid?

No year is a blanket avoid, but 2017–2019 trucks carry the most recalls, and salt-belt trucks from 2006–2014 and 2017–2023 are in frame or subframe corrosion recalls. Verify every recall is closed and inspect the underbody.

What mpg does the Ridgeline get?

EPA rates the 2026 Sport, RTL and Black Edition at 18 city / 24 highway / 21 combined mpg and the TrailSport at 18 / 23 / 20.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Honda for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

  1. 2026 Honda Ridgeline Pricing & EPA Ratings (Sep 9, 2026) — Honda News (hondanews.com, American Honda)
  2. 2026 Honda Ridgeline Specifications & Features (Sep 9, 2025) — Honda News (hondanews.com, American Honda)
  3. 2026 Honda Ridgeline AWD 3.5L V6, 9-speed automatic — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  4. More Rugged Ridgeline: 2024 Honda Pickup Gets Increased Off-Road Performance and Upgraded Tech (Nov 6, 2023) — Honda News (hondanews.com, American Honda)
  5. 2026 Honda Ridgeline AWD TrailSport 3.5L V6, 9-speed automatic — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  6. 2017 Honda Ridgeline U.S. Specifications & Features (May 9, 2016) — Honda News (hondanews.com, American Honda)
  7. 2020 Honda Ridgeline Arrives at Dealerships with New 9-Speed Transmission, Standard Honda Sensing (Dec 12, 2019) — Honda News (hondanews.com, American Honda)
  8. 2021 Honda Ridgeline Arriving Next Month Ready to Rumble with Rugged New Look (Jan 14, 2021) — Honda News (hondanews.com, American Honda)
  9. Honda Confirms Third-Generation Ridgeline Midsize Pickup with More Rugged Design, Arriving Within Two Years (Jul 23, 2026) — Honda News (hondanews.com, American Honda)
  10. Honda Ridgeline fuel economy, 2006–2026 model years — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  11. 2014 Honda Ridgeline Specifications and Features Press Kit (Sep 5, 2013) — Honda News (hondanews.com, American Honda)
  12. Rugged 2026 Honda Ridgeline Now Arriving at Dealers with Refreshed Color Options (Sep 9, 2025) — Honda News (hondanews.com, American Honda)
  13. NHTSA recall 19V-053: Fuel Pump Feed Port May Crack And Leak (2019-01-24) — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  14. NHTSA recall 22V-867: Rearview Camera May Fail (2022-11-23) — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  15. NHTSA recall 21V-932: Hood May Open While Driving (2021-11-29) — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  16. NHTSA recall 23V-751: Engine Damage from Connecting Rod Bearing Wear (2023-11-13) — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  17. NHTSA recall 19V-298: Timing Belt Teeth May Separate (2019-04-12) — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  18. NHTSA recall 24V-321: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display (2024-05-09) — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  19. NHTSA recall 26V-365: Rear Suspension Components May Fail (2026-06-04) — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  20. NHTSA recall 16V-061: Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture (2016-02-03) — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  21. NHTSA recall 19V-501: Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode (2019-06-27) — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  22. NHTSA recall 22V-430: Frame Corrosion May Cause Fuel Leak (2022-06-16) — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  23. 2026 Honda Ridgeline Pricing & EPA Ratings (Sep 9, 2026) — Honda Newsroom (hondanews.com)
  24. 2026 Honda Ridgeline Specifications & Features (Sep 9, 2025) — Honda Newsroom (hondanews.com)
  25. Honda Confirms Third-Generation Ridgeline Midsize Pickup with More Rugged Design, Arriving Within Two Years (Jul 23, 2026) — Honda Newsroom (hondanews.com)
  26. Honda Ridgeline fuel economy, model years 2006–2026 — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  27. Recall 26V365: Rear Suspension Components May Fail — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  28. All-New 2017 Honda Ridgeline Pickup Truck Begins Mass Production in Alabama (May 5, 2016) — Honda News (American Honda Motor Co.)
  29. Honda Confirms Third-Generation Ridgeline Midsize Pickup with More Rugged Design, Arriving Within Two Years (July 23, 2026) — Honda News (American Honda Motor Co.)
  30. Recall 23V751: Engine Damage from Connecting Rod Bearing Wear — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  31. Recall 19V298: Timing Belt Teeth May Separate — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  32. Recall 19V053: Fuel Pump Feed Port May Crack And Leak — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  33. Recall 21V932: Hood May Open While Driving — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  34. Recall 24V321: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  35. Recall 22V867: Rearview Camera May Fail — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  36. Recall 23V458: Loose Fastener on Brake Booster Assembly — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  37. Recall 26V332: Air Bags May Deploy Unintentionally During a Crash — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  38. Recall 24V064: Air Bag May Deploy Unintentionally During a Crash — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)

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