DecodedCars2025 Honda Ridgeline
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr Pickup
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Horsepower
- 280 hp
- Transmission
- 9-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 210.2 in
- Curb weight
- 4,442 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 21 MPG combined — 15% better than the average 2025 standard pickup truck (18.2 MPG).
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Many owner complaints102 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 15 for similar models — most often about the electrical system.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Honda Ridgeline is a standard pickup truck offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 210 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 125-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,442 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway), 15% better than the 2025 standard pickup truck average of 18.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 102 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 Ridgeline — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Ridgeline →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Lincoln, Alabama
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 Ridgeline configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Pickup | 210.2 in | 78.7 in | 70.9 in | 125.2 in | 66.1 / 66.5 in | 4,442 lb | 58/42 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeline AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 21 | +15% | $3,200 | 429 |
| Ridgeline AWD TrailSport | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 23 / 20 | +10% | $3,350 | 446 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Honda RIDGELINE PU/CC AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.9% |
| 2025 Honda RIDGELINE PU/CC FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.4% |
Similar 2025 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Honda Ridgeline (this car) | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 Toyota Tacoma | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2025 Chevrolet Colorado | 20 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 GMC Canyon | 20 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 Ford Ranger | 23 MPG | Not rated | 13 |
| 2025 GMC Hummer EV | 318 mi | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Jeep Gladiator | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (2)
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · May 21, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V332000 · 98,892 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
- Risk
- Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · May 9, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V321000 · 187,290 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (America Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ridgeline vehicles. The rearview camera (RVC) tailgate wire harness may fatigue and break, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.
- Risk
- A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the RVC tailgate wire harness, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YI7.
Not every 2025 Honda Ridgeline is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Honda Ridgeline buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 29 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Exterior Lighting — 26 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Engine — 26 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 500 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Honda Ridgeline. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Ridgeline years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ridgeline | 21 | 210.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 11 |
| 2024 Ridgeline | 21 | 210.2 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 72 |
| 2023 Ridgeline | 21 | 210.2 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 130 |
| 2022 Ridgeline | 21 | 210.2 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 118 |
| 2021 Ridgeline | 21 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 102 |
| 2020 Ridgeline | 22 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 8 | 170 |
| 2019 Ridgeline | 22 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 11 | 238 |
| 2018 Ridgeline | 22 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 162 |
| 2017 Ridgeline | 22 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 8 | 346 |
| 2014 Ridgeline | 17 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 31 |
| 2013 Ridgeline | 17 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 7 | 45 |
| 2012 Ridgeline | 17 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 11 | 24 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →