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2024 Honda Ridgeline
The 2024 Honda Ridgeline gets a minor refresh with updated styling, a new 7-inch digital instrument cluster, a larger 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the new off-road-flavored TrailSport trim, with used prices from $28,300 at Kelley Blue Book. NHTSA lists one recall and 60 complaints. EPA rates it 20 to 21 mpg combined.
What changed on the 2024 Honda Ridgeline
Honda's newsroom (opens in a new tab) says the refreshed 2024 Ridgeline has updated styling, a new 7-inch digital instrument cluster and a larger 9-inch color touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, more standard technology and improved storage, and adds the new Ridgeline TrailSport. Pickup Truck Talk (opens in a new tab) adds that the TrailSport's front skid is painted Pewter Gray to match its new 5-spoke 18-inch wheels, and that Honda Sensing is standard on every Ridgeline. Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists the lone powertrain as a 280-hp 3.5-liter V-6 with a nine-speed automatic and standard all-wheel drive.
Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) puts used 2024 Ridgelines at $28,300 for the Sport to $35,400 for the Black Edition at a dealership. EPA rates the 2024 Ridgeline at 20 to 21 mpg combined and $2,950 to $3,100 a year in fuel, with all-wheel drive.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists one recall campaign for the 2024 Ridgeline, 24V321000, covering a rearview camera tailgate wire harness that may fatigue and break, which can prevent the camera image from displaying. Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA: electrical system with 20, and engine and exterior lighting with 13 each. ProblemsByVin (opens in a new tab) keeps a record for the year, and Consumer Reports (opens in a new tab) keeps a reliability page.
2024 Ridgeline against the Tacoma, Ranger, Colorado and Santa Cruz
EPA rates the 2024 Ridgeline at 20 to 21 mpg combined and $2,950 to $3,100 a year in fuel. The Toyota Tacoma lists 20 to 24 at $2,600 to $3,100, the Hyundai Santa Cruz 22 to 23 at $2,700 to $2,850, the Ford Ranger 17 to 22 at $2,850 to $3,650, and the Chevrolet Colorado 16 to 22 at $2,850 to $3,900. The Ridgeline is ahead of the Ranger and Colorado at the low end and behind the Santa Cruz.
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2024 Honda Ridgeline: 4 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport | 3.5-liter V6 (i-VTEC) | Automatic, 9-Spd | AWD | 280 | 262 | 18 / 24 / 21 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| RTL | 3.5-liter V6 (i-VTEC) | Automatic, 9-Spd | AWD | 280 | 262 | 18 / 24 / 21 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| TrailSport | 3.5-liter V6 (i-VTEC) | Automatic, 9-Spd | AWD | 280 | 262 | 18 / 23 / 20 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| BLACK EDITION | 3.5-liter V6 (i-VTEC) | Automatic, 9-Spd | AWD | 280 | 262 | 18 / 24 / 21 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Towing | Payload | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport | 4,436 lb | 210.2 in | 70.8 in | 125.2 in | 7.6 in | 43.4 ft | 19.5 gal | 40.1 in | 40.9 in | 5,000 lb | 1,583 lb | P245/60HR18 |
| RTL | 4,475 lb | 210.2 in | 70.8 in | 125.2 in | 7.6 in | 43.4 ft | 19.5 gal | 39.5 in | 40.9 in | 5,000 lb | 1,544 lb | P245/60HR18 |
| TrailSport | 4,475 lb | 210.2 in | 70.8 in | 125.2 in | 7.6 in | 43.4 ft | 19.5 gal | 39.5 in | 40.9 in | 5,000 lb | 1,509 lb | P245/60HR18 |
| BLACK EDITION | 4,510 lb | 210.2 in | 70.8 in | 125.2 in | 7.6 in | 43.4 ft | 19.5 gal | 39.5 in | 40.9 in | 5,000 lb | 1,509 lb | P245/60HR18 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2024 Honda Ridgeline trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | Sport | RTL | TrailSport | BLACK EDITION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning with automatic braking | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | – | – | Std | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | – | – | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | ||||
| Text-message reader | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | – | Std | Std |
| Real-time traffic information | – | – | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Emergency and security services | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | ||||
| Heated front seats | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | – | – | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | ||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Std | Std | – | – |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
2 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47618Ridgeline AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S9) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 21 | N/A |
| 47619Ridgeline AWD TrailSport | 3.5L 6-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S9) | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
6 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2024 Honda Ridgeline versus the 2023 Honda Ridgeline?
Against the 2023 Honda Ridgeline: Model/option labels added: Ridgeline AWD TrailSport. Certification records went from 1 to 2. Midpoint combined efficiency moved from 21.0 to 20.5 MPG/MPGe. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 5 for the 2023 to 1 for the 2024.
Q02How much is the destination charge on the 2024 Honda Ridgeline?
Kelley Blue Book's review of the 2024 Honda Ridgeline puts the destination charge, the fee for delivering the vehicle from the factory to the dealer, at $1,375. It is added to the base price. Source: Kelley Blue Book review of the 2024 Honda Ridgeline, read 2026-09-21.
Q03How do the 2024 Honda Ridgeline trims differ from one another?
All 4 trims share the 3.5-liter V6 (i-VTEC) making 280 hp. The RTL has blind-spot alert, power front seats for driver and passenger, heated front seats and 5 more as standard equipment over the Sport. The TrailSport has front and rear parking sensors, a heated steering wheel, a navigation system and 2 more as standard equipment over the RTL.
Q04What torque do the 2024 Honda Ridgeline's wheel nuts need?
The 2024 Honda Ridgeline owner's manual gives 94 lb-ft as the wheel-nut tightening torque. Source: 2024 Honda Ridgeline owner's manual. The 2023 model year has the same figure.
Q05How long is the 2024 Honda Ridgeline's cargo bed?
The 2024 Honda Ridgeline's cargo bed length is 5 feet on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2023 model year has the same figure.
Q06What size wheels does the 2024 Honda Ridgeline have?
The 2024 Honda Ridgeline's wheel diameter is 18 inches on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2023 model year has the same figure.
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Current federal safety records for 2024 Honda Ridgeline.
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