2008 Honda Ridgeline Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008
Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
15 City / 20 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
247
Seats
5
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle PHIL M
Only pickup truck with tailgate that opens down or open out
Very reliable and dependable vehicle with very few issues at all. One of the most reliable vehicle I've owned
accountCircle Timothy C
It does not get stuck in sand on the beach when I launch my jet skis.
My Honda ridgeline rides like a car it is smooth. I also love the trunk, it helps me store my tools out of site. The only thing I did not like was the fabric on the seats they stained easily so I changed them to leather.
accountCircle John
2008 Ridgeline
I bought mine new in 2008 it now has over 160000 miles. This has been the best vehichle I’ve ever owned. Other than regular maintenance it’s required almost no repairs. My Ridgeline is a RTL. Bad weather or just daily driver it’s a great truck.
accountCircle Gail C
Honda has a high reliability.
It has a one piece body/cab so it is a smooth ride. It has been very reliable, no issues at all since I bought it. It has a trunk in the bed and is very handy.
accountCircle Lori S
The Honda Ridgeline is the best truck on the road. Good looking and reliable.
The Honda Ridgeline is a great, reliable truck. The interior is roomy and well equipped. I love the look of the Ridgeline, it has a very sleek one of a kind style. The ride is very smooth, much more like a car than a truck. I bought my 2008 Ridgeline used in 2010, and it the only thing it has needed in 9 years is new tires. I have owned a Toyota, a Chevy, and a Chrysler and not one was as reliable and well built as the Honda Ridgeline.
accountCircle Eric J
Reliability, low cost of operation & maintenance.
Ride, quality of build, reliability, utility of the vehicle. Design and functionality, the trunk in the bed. Interior could have less plastic for my tastes.
accountCircle Austin O
Speed and comfort plus style
Seats are comfortable, but they are cloth so they stain easily. The car handles amazing, more like a midsize SUV than truck so it is really fun and easy to drive. Have never had any problems with my truck. Would highly recommend for anyone. It can even tow small loads. Truck bed is perfect for a smaller family.
accountCircle Lance L
Great all around vehicle!
I really like the Ridgeline because of its crisp sleek look. It has great acceleration. I never have any issues when I need to pass Someone quickly. It really is a great vehicle for what I need. It is like half truck half SUV. This allows me to haul trailers or boats while still having plenty of room for passenger. The bed is really nice because it doesn't have wheel wells so it is completely flat. This helps with hauling pallets or pli' wood bucks the bed is a flat 4 feet across. All in all great vehicle.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle David E
Everything I need and more.
I love how much space come with the Honda ridgeline. It is a truck that allows you to do the most things a truck is supposed to do like hauling and driving off-road but it is smaller size allows it to also be used as an SUV or family car. The Honda ridgeline also has the gas mileage like and SUV which is very reasonable for a truck.

Honda Ridgeline Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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RT
247 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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RTX
247 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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RTS
247 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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RTL
247 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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2008 Honda Ridgeline Owner Reviews

4.55
38 Reviews
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5 stars 61%
4 stars 37%
3 stars 0%
2 stars 3%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Austin O on March 1, 2021
Speed and comfort plus style
Seats are comfortable, but they are cloth so they stain easily. The car handles amazing, more like a midsize SUV than truck so it is really fun and easy to drive. Have never had any problems with my truck. Would highly recommend for anyone. It can even tow small loads. Truck bed is perfect for a smaller family.
accountCircle Margaret B on January 7, 2021
Dependable and holds all my stuff
My Honda Ridgeline is very dependable! It has over 200,000 miles on it and drives well! I love the trunk in the bed of the truck so that I can store items. It is very large and holds even large items such as my beach chair and umbrella. If the newer trucks were designed like mine I would replace it only with the same vehicle when I need to.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Lawrence W.

Enough legroom and foot room for five large adults. Hip room is adequate in front seats, close in back seats. Storage under rear seats and lockable 'basement' in truck bed. Rear seat folds up for extra space, built in attach points for child seat.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Lawrence W.

Posts/ pillars create dangerous blind spots. Wide posts at windshield block oncoming traffic at approximately 11:00 and 2:00 o'clock positions. Pillars create blind spots at 5:00 and 7-8:00 o'clock positions.

Ranks #1 Compact Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2008 Honda Ridgeline has an average owner rating of 4.55 out of 5 which ranks it #1 of 11 other Compact Pickup Trucks.

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2008 Honda Ridgeline
4.55
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2008 Isuzu i-370
4.5
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2008 Toyota Tacoma
4.44

Ranks #4 Compact Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2008 Honda Ridgeline has a combined MPG of 21 which ranks it #4 of 11 other Compact Pickup Trucks.

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2008 Isuzu i-290
24 MPG
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2008 Nissan Frontier
23 MPG
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2008 Honda Ridgeline
20 MPG

Is The 2008 Honda Ridgeline A Good Car?

Yes. It handles like a car, but has the stability & hauling capacity of a truck. Easily converts to 4wd, but it is seldom needed as this truck can handle most conditions without it.
Julie H.
Yes it is a very good vehicle. Enjoy driving it. It is not great on gas but feels well made. Would buy again.
Mel B.
Yes. Handles like a car, has full back seat, suitable for car seats, & with enough legroom for adults, pets, etc. Does very well on snowy roads. Gas mileage is comparable for other vehicles of this... Read More
Ashley Z.
I love my Ridgeline! I can load my kayak in the back and the hidden trunk in the bed is great to store things. I also can hide purchases and my purse in it when I need to! I wish the current model... Read More
Jessica M.

How Reliable Is The 2008 Honda Ridgeline?

Yes, it is very reliable. My son has left lights on overnight numerous times, & never has the battery been dead the next morning. The only complaints I have are the gas mileage is poor (although... Read More
Julie H.
It is a reliable vehicle that serves me well on a daily basis. I only wish it were better on gas. Otherwise great.
Mel B.
Yes, very reliable. One of the main reasons I chose it was how well it handles on poor road conditions, often without the need for 4 wheel drive. The only problem I've found is the bed is too small... Read More
Brandon G.
It is very reliable and it has no problems! The only issues I have had are ones that are expected with the age of any car or truck.
Chris R.

Is The 2008 Honda Ridgeline A Good Value?

I do not know. I purchased mine as a used vehicle, when it was 4 yrs old. I believe I paid about $16k for it. I considered it a tremendous value for the money.
Julie H.
I paid about 18,000 for it and feel like it is been a great value. I feel like the newer ridgelines cost too much.
Mel B.
Don't know current price estimate for this truck, but I would say it is a good value for all the reasons I've just started. Comfortable. Reliable. Safe.
Emerald A.
It cost about $38,000. Even though it was new, It was used by the manager of the dealership and had about 200 miles on it. We purchased it right before new models came out
Gill S.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2008 Honda Ridgeline aux input location?

Answer: The 2008 Honda Ridgeline aux input location is on the dashboard. You will come into problems with the sound. This could be from the stereo's speakers or a phone that is connected to the vehicle. Whatever the...

How many catalytic converters does the 2008 Honda Ridgeline have?

Answer: There is only one catalytic converter on the 2008 Honda Ridgeline . The catalytic converter basically scrubs the exhaust gas is to remove harmful heavy metals from entering the atmosphere. Overtime the...

Does the 2008 Honda Ridgeline have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: A 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a timing belt that is equipped on the 3.5L v6 engine. You should start to visually inspect the belt at 90,000 and have plans to replace the part before 105,000 miles. The...
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Safety & Reliability

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety