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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $32,882–$41,117 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2018 Honda Ridgeline at 7.5/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this truck. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 8.4/10, while Technology at 6.7/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We score reliability at 8.4/10 — better than most direct rivals, if short of the segment's best. The safety score of 8.0/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance at 6.7/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. Technology scores 6.7/10 — the infotainment and driver-assist features feel dated against current-generation rivals. This is worth weighing if you prioritize connected features or modern safety tech.
Priced from $32,882–$41,117, 16 MPG, seating 5, the Honda Ridgeline sits in the mid-market bracket of the truck segment. The 7.1/10 value score says the pricing is fair rather than generous; cross-shop the segment before signing anything. At 8 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Our take: The 2018 Honda Ridgeline is a solid, well-rounded truck that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is performance and technology — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2018 Honda Ridgeline ranks #186 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 64% of the segment. Its 7.5/10 overall score is 0.1 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $32,882 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $35,138 by about 6%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Truck ranking →
Across the Ridgeline model years we've scored, the 2018 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 7.9/10 | $41,303 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.9/10 | $41,303 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.9/10 | $40,100 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.8/10 | $38,897 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.8/10 | $37,694 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.7/10 | $36,491 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.6/10 | $35,288 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.6/10 | $34,085 | Read review → |
| 2018 (this review) | 7.5/10 | $32,882 | |
| 2017 | 7.6/10 | $31,679 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Fuel system, gasoline / Delivery / Fuel pump 24/01/2019 · 19V053000 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ridgeline trucks. Exposure to acids, such as from car wash soaps, can result in the fuel pump feed port cracking. |
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| Seats 05/04/2018 · 18V221000 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles and 2018 Acura MDX vehicles. The front driver and passenger powered seats in the Honda vehicles and the driver powered seats in the Acura vehicles may have been… |
| Equipment 17/09/2020 · 20E068000 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling all Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Covers, part number 08Z07-T6Z-100F, sold for installation on 2017-2020 Ridgeline trucks. If the tonneau cover is not properly secured in the open or closed position, wind… |
| Structure / Body / Hood 29/11/2021 · 21V932000 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Passport, 2016-2019 Pilot, and 2017-2020 Ridgeline vehicles. The hood latch striker may become damaged and separate from the hood, which can result in the hood opening while driving. |
| Back over prevention / sensing system / camera 23/11/2022 · 22V867000 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ridgeline vehicles. Opening and closing the tailgate may break the rearview camera wiring harness, causing the rearview camera to fail. |
Showing 5 of 8 campaigns — see the full list on NHTSA's site.
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