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2006 Honda Ridgeline User Reviews

2006 Honda Ridgeline Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 19 reviews

  • Performance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Appearance:4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars 4.6 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars 4.9 / 5
  • Overall:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5

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PROS
"ride" 8 reviews
"storage" 8 reviews
"power" 6 reviews
"fuel economy" 6 reviews
"interior" 4 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 6 reviews
"steering" 2 reviews

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mkstn writes:
2006 Honda Ridgeline RTL 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB Review
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A great handling truck.

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Love It.... — I have owned several trucks in the past and the Ridgeline is by far the best. There is tons of room inside (it feels larger than my old F150 king cab). All sorts of storage compartments and several 12v AC outlets. The all wheel drive handles like a dream and it have pulled 4x4 truck out of the boat launch. Acceleration is adequate and the gas mileage is very good for a 4x4 truck averaging 20 mpg. This is a fun truck and a nice ride. Now if you have to haul a lot of stuff you will find the bed on the small side but for most homeowner's it is just fine. It tows my 21 ft boat just fine too.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Rob writes:
2006 Honda Ridgeline RTL 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB Review
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Ample Seating in the back..  full size adults fit easily, also wide enough to fit 3 child car seats. The Trunk.

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It's not a van...  Only seats 5..

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The Best Import Truck On The Market... — Excellent truck.. love the trunk space, easy to haul my drums around and great to hit the trails in also.. Cost of ownership? We've owned it for a year and other than regular mntnc, recently had to replace a blower motor for the AC/Heater.. thats it.. Great performance for a 6 cyl, and of course good gas mileage because of it.. The 4WD works just like it should. Very fun and comfortable to drive.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Tyler writes:
2006 Honda Ridgeline RTS 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB Review
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Great looks, gas saver, interior layout

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Small wheels, should have optional V8

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Ahead Of Its Time — The interior has a wonderful, sleek, convenient design that has multiple uses and it made with good materials. The appearance is ahead of it's time and the trunk in the bed is a must. The 2 way tailgate is an awesome feature and definitely a quality all trucks should have. Power of a small V8 with the fuel efficiency of a V6 and handles wonderfully in all terrains. Can't wait to own one myself.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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igsmith writes:
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Great All Around Pickup - Needs Work To Be A Serious 4x4 — I have owned the Honda Ridgeline (2006) for a little over a year. For everything but serious off-roading, this is a terrific vehicle. Great on the highway, around town, etc. Can't find a single fault with it -- decent mileage, decent pickup, great handling, etc. Only fault I can see is that the off road capabilities are a bit limited, and the ability to upgrade the vehicle through aftermarket items is a bit constrained. I like to drive my 4x4s on the beach, and I have gotten stuck in the ridgeline. Part of the issue is that I have the running boards (which reduces clearance) and that I drive in very soft "sugar sand" which is difficult for most vehicles. I have just purchased a 2" lift kit from Truxxx, which I hope will provide me with the clearance I need. Unfortunately, I cannot get the large size tires I want because of clearance issues with the fender.

Owner for 2 years, 0 months

Miles Driven per Year:5,000

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jbar51 writes:
2006 Honda Ridgeline RTL 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB Review
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typical Honda quality and reliability

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limited cargo room due to restricted access from dealer installed hard bed cover . Poor fuel economy for engine size.

jbar51
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Over All Good Car, Poor Truck — Wonderful leather interior, roomy and quiet. Nice dual zone auto a/c.Very limited cargo capability due to factory accessory bed cover. A little better fuel economy out of the 3.5 liter V-6 would be nice. Actually it's an Accord with an over sized trunk.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Galen writes:
2006 Honda Ridgeline RT 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB Review
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This is a great truck.  

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The only reason we are looking to sell is because we have a new-born and the child seat makes it cramped for the front passenger.

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I Loved This Truck. — This is a great multipurpose truck. I has a full sized spare though I have never used it. A storage area in the bed of the truck for security and for tail gating, a drain plug for ice melt. The back seats all raise and store flat for even more storage. Would be great for a college kid needing to come and go from school.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Steinbach writes:
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Has an in bed trunk space. Love it!
Runs great. Have had no problems.

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Has a truck bed A little smaller then most trucks.

Steinbach
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Love It! — Has an in bed trunk space. Love it! Amazing truck. Runs great. No problems. 4x4. Has a 6 cd changer. Has separate driver and passenger air controls. Alloy wheels. Just love it! Having another baby so we need more interior space is the only reason we are selling.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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commotoed writes:
2006 Honda Ridgeline RT 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB Review
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Honda reliability, lots of room, great storage, good for medium weight towing.

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drivers leg room, steering wheel angle, fuel mileage

commotoed
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Honda Builds A Truck — Pros - Honda reliability, lots of room, great storage, good for medium weight towing, AWD, unconventional looks. Cons - Drivers leg room, steering wheel angle, fuel mileage, transmission downshifts to often. Equals - Honda builds a truck with Honda quality and engineering & Style = Vanilla

Primary Use: Utility (towing boats, transporting cargo, etc.)

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lriebel writes:
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This an AWESOME truck.  I love the versitality of this truck.  What other truck comes with a trunk???  Awesome.....  This is my 2nd one I have owned....  The residual value is tops

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Can't think of any...

lriebel
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Awesome Truck!!! — I love everything about it!!! Would definitely recommend to anyone that wants a SUV/truck...WOW!!!! It will fit 3 adults in the back seat comfortably. I haven't found a large SUV that can do that...... I have even fit 4 large boys in the back and was plesently surprised that they weren't smashed together......

Primary Use: Family transportation

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charlieknight writes:
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Looks like a truck, has a truck bed, but "Boy!" it doesn't drive like a truck!

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Everybody always wants better gas milage!

charlieknight
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I Love This Truck! — I thought I would keep my Honda Element until they took me to the Nursing Home, and then I decided I might want a boat. Well I'm not going to tow a boat with a 4 cylinder, so the only logical choice was the Honda Ridgeline. The truck came out in 2006 and won every award you can give a truck, and it has lived up to all the hype! Read the "Owner Reviews," these people a fanatics, they love their Ridgelines. I bought it because it has the "Tried and True," VTEC V6 engine, has a 5000lb towing capacity, looks really sexy, and the ride is so good I want to smoke a cigerette when I'm finished and I don't even smoke, now how many cars can do that for you?

Primary Use: Utility (towing boats, transporting cargo, etc.)

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Cost $14,277 Average Instant Market Value $17,497 Average Instant Market Value $14,362 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 20 21 19
Horsepower 255 159 265
Crash Test Rating 5 5 3
Front Leg Room (inches) 40.8 41.7 42.4

Reviews From Other Years

2012 Honda Ridgeline Reviews

The Perfect Pickup For The Suburban Man By MorningMist

I am not a pickup guy, but really convinced myself I needed one for a house remodel. An SUV wouldn't due because I needed the large open back only a pickup could provide. In the end I chose the Hond... Read More

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2010 Honda Ridgeline Reviews

You Either Love Or Hate Design It Seems. I'm A Lover. By b2r

Test drove and wanted to purchase in about 15 mins. SOLID but COMFORTABLE drive. I'm not a "truck person" but this "truck" (SUV with a basket) is fantastic with Honda quality. Truck owners hate for s... Read More

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2009 Honda Ridgeline Reviews

Love It. By Kim2265

I love the truck! I am not happy that in the city I get 12MPH instead of the 15 that is stated. It drives great and is very comfortable. I don't understand why all the doors don't unlock when I turn ... Read More

Its My Silverridge09 By Pavlos

good horse power good handling good braking good acceleration like the exterior because its unique lots of peaple say that it looks like an avalanche but their wrong interior is very roomy leather hea... Read More

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2008 Honda Ridgeline Reviews

Went From A 2008 To An 2012 By RedWing01

Like the style and utility, had 12,000 miles when I bought it in 09. Headliner came apart, then the rear brakes wore out every 20,000 miles, at 72,000 the motor had BIG Problems....Still got another ... Read More

Great Small Truck And Fits The Growing Family By Mholly

Great small truck that fits my need fit my tall boys in the back and still able to have a truck for work. It also has a 5000lb towing capacity. Lots of cab room for long trips but he gas mileage could... Read More

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2007 Honda Ridgeline Reviews

Most Comfortable Truck Ride By beatleknight

Rides like a car but with truck capability. interior space is amazing. More than capable off road as long as it isn't a hardcore trail. Will get you where you need to go in comfort. Engine is more ... Read More

Great Truck For Long Trips By phillyphil1967

Very comfortable ride nice features and plenty of leg room. The gas mileage was lower than expected but it is an enjoyable ride. Cargo bay is too short but the bin underneath is great. If you don't m... Read More

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