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2011 Honda Ridgeline Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Honda likes to bill its 2011 Ridgeline as unique and as a rig that “supplies the best of both worlds.” The company touts the Ridgeline as a hard-working truck with a half-ton payload rating and a healthy towing capability, all wrapped up in a vehicle that drives like a comfortable car.
The 2011 Honda Ridgeline backs up at least some of those claims, and the sports utility truck collects good marks for its versatility. The Ridgeline gets good reviews for the way it handles and its smooth ride. It also features an in-bed and lockable trunk.
The Ridgeline certainly offers up its own distinct style, a design that does not seem to have caught on with the buying public. Rumors have been out there recently that a Ridgeline redesign is on the way.
A 3.6-liter V6 powers the 2011 Ridgeline and provides it with 250 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque, and it has a five-speed automatic transmission. The Ridgeline gets 15 mpg city, 20 highway, according to EPA estimates.
The crew-cab pickup seats five and has a closed-box frame with unit-body construction. That helps make the Ridgeline quieter than body-on-frame trucks and also lends a hand with the vehicle’s ride and handling, as do independent front and rear suspensions.
The 2011 Ridgeline has a 5-foot bed with a gate that drops down or swings open. That bed may be large enough for most recreational pickup users, but some reviewers find it a bit lacking when it comes time to get down to more truck-like business.
Critics often touch on a similar theme. They don’t quibble with the vehicle as far as its versatility or ride, but raise questions about its truck side. For one thing, they find its payload mark of about 1,500 pounds unimpressive.
The Ridgeline, when equipped with Honda’s towing package, can tow a 5,000-pound load. An integrated Class III trailer hitch, transmission and oil coolers, and heavy-duty brakes are standard on all three Ridgeline trims, the RT, RTS, and RTL.
Reviewers note the spacious interior of the Ridgeline’s cabin and its decent storage space. But they also tend to find fault with the materials in the cabin and sometimes with the comfort of the seats.
The RT trim has a six-way adjustable driver’s seat. The driver’s seats on the RTS and RTL are 10-way adjustable. The RT’s 100-watt AM/FM/CD system with six speakers gets bumped to a 160-watt AM/FM/6-CD changer with seven speakers including a subwoofer for the RTS and RTL. Leather-trimmed upholstery, a moonroof, and heated front seats spice things up in the RTL.
A four-wheel disc antilock braking system, traction and stability control, dual front side-mounted airbags, front and rear head curtain airbags, and daytime running lights are among the safety features that are standard on all trims of the 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Published May 31, 2022 by A. Lessels
User reviews for 2011 Honda Ridgeline
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by Debra K
Nov 05, 2023
I enjoy the trunk in the bed of the truckNov 05, 2023
by Ron B
Feb 13, 2023
I thought the features were just what I needed Feb 13, 2023
by Micheal S
Nov 16, 2022
Huge Honda Fan, was not disappointed in this Vehicle, the RTL is the upgraded package and it feels like I am in a pilot with a truck bed. Great vehicle for a person with a sometimes need for a truck and to tow.Nov 16, 2022
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by Debra K
Nov 05, 2023
I enjoy the trunk in the bed of the truckNov 05, 2023
by Ron B
Feb 13, 2023
I thought the features were just what I needed Feb 13, 2023
by Micheal S
Nov 16, 2022
Huge Honda Fan, was not disappointed in this Vehicle, the RTL is the upgraded package and it feels like I am in a pilot with a truck bed. Great vehicle for a person with a sometimes need for a truck and to tow.Nov 16, 2022
by Ronald G
Oct 01, 2022
Good truck , rides tight. Smooth, roomy, excellent in city and highway its not afraid of getting a little dirty either , great quality Oct 01, 2022
by Nikki V
May 17, 2022
Amazing features, the trunk (under bedliner) has all my truck buds jaws dropping. Decent mileage, and can pull an unsuspecting amount of weight for size (I believed it’s the way the VTEC is designed) a ton of storage space. The lack of aux and Bluetooth is something to look into. The RTL has an aux button and no port (looking into or will replace with screen) overall great vehicle with a TON of backseat space ;seats also fold up. May 17, 2022
by derek j
Mar 29, 2022
The truck is ok for being, so old but mileage is decent.Mar 29, 2022
by john c
Oct 01, 2021
Solid looking truck; has minor wear and tear, but no surprise as its 10 years old. Oct 01, 2021
by Caleb S
Mar 15, 2021
All features needed/wanted for type of vehicle look & found. Great Value for make, year, model, condition, use. Would have to look for other class /pickup style. This is a great find for looking. Thks, >cSl<Mar 15, 2021
by Wayne H
Nov 22, 2020
This truck was listed with Navigation and it DID NOT have Navigation. When i asked about it, the salesman said i could buy one. The engine had a loud tick/click sound which the salesman said it just needed to warm up?? We let the engine run for several minutes and the sound never subsided.
Nov 22, 2020
by Jim B
May 18, 2014
Honda reliability, good styling, smooth ride, trunk in bed and dual action tailgate, Comfortable interior, lots of room in backseat, plenty of power, Honda Certified Warranty, long lasting tires
These trucks are not that common, but are well built, and functional. Not great for hauling cargo, but good to haul peopleMay 18, 2014
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2011 Honda Ridgeline Pricing
Original MSRP
$29,150 to $37,080Price range
$11,345 to $12,362Average price on CG
$11,437YoY price change
$12,362 to $11,437Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 100 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Convenience Features
Cargo cover: hard · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: under rear seats · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 4.53 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Bumper color: chrome accents · Door handle color: black · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: black · Running boards: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Diameter: 17 · Profile: 60 · Type: all season · Width: 245
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class III
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: power · Running boards: tube
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear · Width: 7.5
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · XM-ready satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 160 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front
Convenience Features
Cargo cover: hard · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 4.53 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Bumper color: chrome accents · Door handle color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Running boards: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Profile: 60 · Type: mud and snow · Width: 245
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class III
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: power · Running boards: tube
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear · Width: 7.5
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 160 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cargo cover: hard · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 4.53 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Bumper color: chrome accents · Door handle color: body-color · Grille color: metallic · Mirror color: body-color · Running boards: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: with wind deflector
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class III
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: power · Running boards: tube
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear · Width: 7.5
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 160 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cargo cover: hard · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 4.53 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Bumper color: chrome accents · Door handle color: body-color · Grille color: metallic · Mirror color: body-color · Running boards: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: with wind deflector
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class III
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: power · Running boards: tube
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear · Width: 7.5
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent