Man, the Honda Ridgeline 2025 is like that clever truck buddy who’s all about getting the job done without the usual pickup drama—smooth on pavement, capable off-road, and packed with smart features that make it a standout for everyday haulers or weekend adventurers. It’s the second-gen model carrying over unchanged for 2025, with no major redesign (next-gen teased for 2026), but it’s still a bestseller for folks chasing 28 mpg combined efficiency in a mid-size package. Not in India yet, but globally priced from Rs. 33 lakh equivalent for the Sport base (up to Rs. 40 lakh for the Black Edition), it’s a value champ against the Toyota Tacoma or Ford Ranger—perfect if you’re eyeing a unibody truck with 280 hp and Honda Sensing safety, though the limited towing (5,000 lbs) might cramp big hauls.
Sleek, Everyday Design
This pickup’s a balanced looker—4,981 mm long, 1,996 mm wide, and 1,788 mm tall, with a 3,099 mm wheelbase that’s nimble for urban parking or light trails. Weighing about 1,900 kg with 199 mm ground clearance, it skips speed bumps without scraping. The 2025 keeps the sculpted grille, LED headlamps with DRLs, and wraparound taillamps in shades like Lunar Silver or Crystal Black—double cab seats five, with a 1,410L bed that’s your cargo king. 17-18 inch alloys with 245/70 R17 tires grip steady, roof rails add utility—it’s got that crossover-truck stance, wide doors for easy loading, but slim for tight spots without feeling bulky.
Comfy, Tech-Packed Cabin
Slide in, and cloth seats hug five with heated fronts on RTL+ and 60:40 folding rears for extra space—no third-row, but rear legroom’s generous for kids on trips. The 435L bed’s your cargo king with tie-downs, 9-inch touchscreen blasts Android Auto/Apple CarPlay for maps or Spotify. Analog gauges keep it simple, dual-zone AC chills fast, cooled glovebox holds chai or snacks—cruise control on top eases highway legs. It’s built for dusty jobs, no sunroof flash, but the space nails work trips or family outings without feeling cramped.
Efficient, Punchy Powertrain
The 3.5L V6 (280 hp, 262 lb-ft) pairs with 10-speed auto for seamless shifts, zipping 0-100 kmph in 6.5 seconds and topping 180 kmph. EPA 18/24 mpg city/highway (real-world 16-20) stretches the 70L tank to 1,000-1,200 km at Rs. 5-6/km—torquey low-end for overtakes, quiet NVH for chats. AWD grips wet roads, MacPherson struts up front and multi-link rear soak bumps softly—no wallow on curves, refined for highways, though V6 thirst nags city drivers.
Safety Suite Loaded
Honda Sensing with automated emergency braking, lane-tracing assist, and adaptive cruise is standard, earning 5-star NHTSA ratings. 10 airbags, 360-camera, and blind-spot monitor add confidence—tough for urban knocks, stability control shrugs slippery winters, ISOFIX anchors make it parent-proof.
Price and Easy Snag
Sport base at Rs. 33 lakh (expected import), Black Edition Rs. 40 lakh—on-road Delhi Rs. 37-45 lakh with taxes. 2025 model year means stock at Honda dealers or CarWale with perks: Rs. 50k-1 lakh off, no-cost EMI on SBI cards, exchanges up to Rs. 50k. Waits 7-15 days, 3-year/unlimited km warranty, Rs. 4k-5k yearly service—resale 75% after three years, a smart bet.
What Folks Say
Owners rave about the smoothness and versatility—”off-road king with daily comfort,” one global tester says—but towing limit bugs haulers, no diesel annoys some. Service Honda solid, unibody ride tires purists. Vs. Tacoma’s value or Ranger’s handling, Ridgeline wins on refinement—top if unibody truck’s your vibe.
Quick Specs
2025 model year, Rs. 33-40 lakh (expected), 3.5L V6, 280 hp, 18/24 mpg ARAI, four trims. Check dealers for Lunar Silver or deals—your pickup’s waiting.
