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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $47,498–$58,342 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2025 Honda Ridgeline S at 7.9/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this truck. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 9.0/10, while Performance at 7.0/10 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. At 9.0/10, reliability is one of this truck's best cards — few vehicles in our database score higher on this dimension. The 8.6/10 safety score puts it near the top of the class on this dimension; the official trim-level results at nhtsa.gov are worth a final check.
Performance scores 7.0/10 — competent for everyday use. Acceleration and handling are adequate for commuting and highway driving, though enthusiasts will want to look at higher-rated alternatives. Tech rates a reasonable 7.1/10: the essentials are covered and well executed, but rivals at the same price often include more as standard.
Priced from $47,498–$58,342, 23 MPG, seating 5, the Honda Ridgeline S sits in the premium tier of the truck category. The 7.5/10 value score says the pricing is fair rather than generous; cross-shop the segment before signing anything. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Our take: The 2025 Honda Ridgeline S is a solid, well-rounded truck that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. 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 2025 Honda Ridgeline S ranks #16 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 97% of the segment. Its 7.9/10 overall score is 0.5 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $47,498 starting price is about 35% above the segment's median of $35,138.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Truck ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Honda Ridgeline S scores 7.8/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 7.9 — and starts roughly $4,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 (this review) | 7.9/10 | $47,498 | |
| 2024 | 7.8/10 | $46,115 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.8/10 | $44,731 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.8/10 | $43,348 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.7/10 | $41,964 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.6/10 | $40,581 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.5/10 | $39,197 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.4/10 | $37,814 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.6/10 | $36,430 | Read review → |
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