Under the Hood
As with all the vehicles in Honda’s All-Wheel Drive lineup, the foundation of the Ridgeline’s utility is its dependable, powerful, and efficient drivetrain. No matter where your life takes you, you’ll drive with the confidence that only a 3.5-Liter V-6 engine can provide, and your capabilities will grow if you upgrade with Intelligent Variable Torque Management AWD.
- Powertrain: The engineers and designers at Honda have equipped every Ridgeline trim with a 3.5-Liter V-6 engine, a 6-Speed Automatic Transmission, a 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC valvetrain, and a High-Capacity Radiator with two High-Power Fans. When these features work together, you’ll be able to push your limits with 280 hp and 262 lb.-ft. of torque. A vibration-reducing Active Control Engine Mount System comes standard.
- Intelligent Variable Torque Management AWD: Every Ridgeline comes standard with snow-ready Intelligent Traction Management, and when you upgrade to the Sport trim or above, you’ll also be able to access Intelligent Variable Torque Management (i-VTM4) AWD. This option allows the Ridgeline to mitigate slippage before you begin to lose traction, and it retools your Intelligent Traction Management to function in the sand and the mud.
- Chassis and Ground Clearance: The Ridgeline features Unibody construction, an ultra-rigid, completely welded all-steel design that makes this pickup exceptionally stable. MacPherson Strut Front Suspension and Multi-Link Rear Suspension. When you’re driving the Ridgeline, you’ll enjoy either 7.28 inches (2WD) or 7.87 inches (AWD) of ground clearance.
- Fuel Economy: The Ridgeline may boast a large, powerful engine, but that doesn’t mean it will lose you money at the pump! Features like Variable Cylinder Management and EcoAssist allow the 2WD Ridgeline to offer an EPA-estimated 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway*.
The Right Tool for Any Job
| Category | 2019 Honda Ridgeline |
| Towing Capacity (2WD/AWD) | 3500 lbs. / 5000 lbs. |
| Maximum Payload (RT Trim Level) | 1465 lbs. |
| Bed Length (Tailgate Up/Down) | 64 in. / 83 in. |
| Bed Width (Wheel Wells/D-Pillar/Bed Walls) | 50.0 in / 51.0 in / 60.0 in |
| Truck Bed Cargo Volume | 33.9 cu. ft. |
| In-Bed Trunk Volume | 7.3 cu. ft. |
According to the writers at Carbuzz, the 2019 Honda Ridgeline offers “class-leading cargo capacity” that puts other mid-size pickups to shame. Of course, this isn’t all the Ridgeline has to offer. In addition to its deep, flat, and easily accessible truck bed, the Ridgeline offers tons of useful exterior features and a smartly designed cabin. Whether you opt for 2WD or AWD, the Ridgeline’s tow rating will be sufficient for almost any job.
- Truck Bed Features and Capacities: With the Ridgeline’s open Truck Bed and its lockable In-Bed Trunk, you’ll be able to accommodate more than 40 cu. ft. of cargo, or a payload of up to 1465 lbs.—and that’s just in the baseline RT trim! The Honda Ridgeline’s bed has been extended to a length of 64 inches, and with its Dual Action Tailgate you can take full advantage of its flat-floored cargo bay. Standard Heavy-Duty Truck Bed Tie-Down Cleats let you secure up to 350 lbs.
- Passenger Volume and Interior Storage: The Ridgeline may be a high-utility pickup truck, but it can still please a whole carload of passengers. Total passenger space in the Ridgeline’s cabin is equal to 109.7 cu. ft. (RT trim), and with Second-Row Underseat Storage and Multi-Functional Center Console storage, everyone will have space to store personal items.
- Ridgeline Tow Rating: Even the Ridgeline’s baseline RT trim includes an Integrated Class III Trailer Hitch, standard, so no matter which options you choose you’ll be able to tow up to 3500 lbs. Drivers who upgrade from 2WD to AWD will further increase the Ridgeline’s towing capacity to a remarkable 5000 lbs.
