Test Vehicle: 2006 Honda Ridgeline RTL with Navigation
Price of Test Vehicle: $35,190 (including $550 destination charge)
Engine Size and Type: 3.5-liter V6
Engine Horsepower: 247 at 5,750 rpm
Engine Torque: 245 lb.-ft. at 4,500 rpm
Transmission: Five-speed automatic
Curb weight, lbs.: 4,498
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 16/21
Observed Fuel Economy: 16.3 mpg
Length: 206.8 inches
Width: 76.3 inches
Wheelbase: 122.0 inches
Height: 71.2 inches (with RTL’s sunroof)
Leg room (front/rear): 40.8/36.4 inches
Head room (front/rear): 38.7/39.0 inches (with RTL’s sunroof)
Max. Seating Capacity: Five
Max. Cargo Volume: 39.5 cu.-ft. (behind front seats with rear seat folded)
Max. Payload: 1,554 pounds
Max. Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds
Max. Ground Clearance: 8.2 inches
Competitors: Chevrolet Avalanche, Chevrolet Colorado, Dodge Dakota, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, GMC Canyon, Isuzu i350, Mitsubishi Raider, Nissan Frontier, Subaru Baja, Toyota Tacoma