The ladder-like frame, powertrain configuration, and four-wheel independent suspension provided space for designers to build storage solutions in, around, and on top of the frame. This was coupled to "a unique suspension design with custom components," sheetmetal not shared with any other Honda product, and a 95% unique interior. Illustration of how fresh air enters forward of the radiator and is directed to the airbox.Īccording to Honda, construction of the production version of the Ridgeline started with a fully boxed "four bone" "ladder-like frame" using 44% high-strength steel and seven high-strength steel crossmembers. The production version of the Ridgeline was unveiled the following year at the 2005 North American International Auto Show. Later that same year, Honda unveiled a revised version of their pickup concept at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show and announced the official name of the vehicle, the Ridgeline. In 2001, the engineering team began experimenting with their first development mule, an extended version of a first generation Acura MDX with a competitor's pickup bed integrated into the rear structure, which they called "the Hondarado." After four years of development, the final design was revealed to the public as Honda's Sport Utility Truck Concept at the 2004 North American International Auto Show. According to the author of Driving Honda, the automaker wanted to target buyers who were looking to transition out of sedans, minivans, and sport utility vehicles (SUV) into pickups. Īccording to the author of The Car Design Yearbook, the Ridgeline was "Honda's first foray into the true heartland of the American automotive way of life-the pickup truck." It was designed and engineered by a 37-member engineering team from Honda Research and Development (R&D) Americas, led by Gary Flint. According to Honda, the Ridgeline was not designed to steal sales from the more traditional trucks sold in North America, but was developed to "give the 18% of Honda owners who also own pickups a chance to make their garages a Honda-only parking area." Despite the first generation Ridgeline's poor sales, according to the author of Driving Honda, this mid-size pickup was one of the more profitable vehicles for Honda with reported sales in over 20 countries. Production of the first generation Ridgeline ended in early 2015. The first generation Ridgeline went on sale in March 2005 as a 2006 model year vehicle. An all-wheel drive truck with a fully independent suspension.A dent and corrosion resistant half-ton capacity composite bed.According to some automotive journalists, the first generation Ridgeline has some noteworthy designs, including: The Honda Ridgeline (YK1) is the first generation of pickup truck manufactured by Honda for North America. With a friendly and knowledgeable sales staff, superb customer care, and competitive prices, our dealership is a great place to do business.Alliston, Ontario, Canada ( HCM) (2004–2009) When road conditions become unpredictable, rely on all wheel drive to maintain outstanding control. Honda also prioritized safety and security with features such as: dual front impact airbags, head curtain airbags, traction control, brake assist, a security system, and 4 wheel disc brakes with ABS.
Audio features include an AM/FM radio, steering wheel mounted audio controls, and 7 speakers, providing excellent sound throughout the cabin. Features such as automatic climate control and leather upholstery prove that economical transportation does not need to be sparsely equipped. Honda prioritized practicality, efficiency, and style by including: delay-off headlights, power front seats, a built-in garage door transmitter, a rear step bumper, power moon roof, a bedliner, and more.
This 4 door, 5 passenger truck is ready to drive off the showroom floor! A 3.5 liter V-6 engine pairs with a sophisticated 6 speed automatic transmission, and for added security, dynamic Stability Control supplements the drivetrain.
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