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2008 Honda Ridgeline Features Review

July 14, 2008

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

a number of distinctive features...a vehicle that makes sense for the great majority of people shopping in a given market segment
Edmunds

only minor trim changes for 2008
Car and Driver

No major changes for 2008
Kelley Blue Book

Most reviews read by TheCarConnection.com view the 2008 Honda Ridgeline as plentiful in features for cruising around town, commuting to work, hiding valuables, hauling cargo, towing big loads, and going on weekend adventures.

Kelley Blue Book reports that standard features on all four 2008 Honda Ridgeline models include air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, power windows, power locks, power sliding rear window, cruise control, keyless entry, automatic wipers, 100-watt six-speaker audio system with CD player, split lift rear seats with hidden storage capacity, and weatherproof floor mats. Edmunds mentions the "hidden trunk in the cargo bed that doubles as an ice chest" as well as "a dent-proof bed liner."

In terms of features in the Honda, 2008’s Ridgeline comes in four trim levels for the 2008 model year with the RT as the base model. The midlevel RTS comes with a seven-speaker 160-watt audio system and six-disc changer with subwoofer. The RTS also adds controls built into the steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, a power driver's seat, and alloy wheels.

The RTX is the sportiest trim level available, featuring a trailer hitch with trailing wiring, alloy wheels, a beefier grille, and door handles painted the same color as the truck's body, according to Cars.com.

The RTL is the Ridgeline's most luxurious ride, sporting a leather-trimmed interior, heated front seats, moonroof, XM Satellite Radio, and an electronic compass built into the rearview mirror of the Honda; 2008 Ridgelines can be outfitted with a voice recognition navigation system and mobile device auxiliary jack, so long as you’re buying the RTL model.

Conclusion

The 2008 Honda Ridgeline has an impressive list of features, some of which are only available on the most expensive version.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:a number of distinctive features...a vehicle that makes sense for the great majority of people shopping in a given market segmentEdmundsonly minor trim changes for 2008Car and DriverNo major changes for 2008Kelley Blue Book Most reviews read by TheCarConnection.com view the 2008 Honda Ridgeline as plentiful in features for cruising around town, commuting to work, hiding valuables, hauling cargo, towing big loads, and going on weekend adventures. Kelley Blue Book reports that standard features on all four 2008 Honda Ridgeline models include air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, power windows, power locks, power sliding rear window, cruise control, keyless entry, automatic wipers, 100-watt six-speaker audio system with CD player, split lift rear seats with hidden storage capacity, and weatherproof floor mats. Edmunds mentions the "hidden trunk in the cargo bed that doubles as an ice chest" as well as "a dent-proof bed liner." In terms of features in the Honda, 2008’s Ridgeline comes in four trim levels for the 2008 model year with the RT as the base model. The midlevel RTS comes with a seven-speaker 160-watt audio system and six-disc changer with subwoofer. The RTS also adds controls built into the steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, a power driver's seat, and alloy wheels. The RTX is the sportiest trim level available, featuring a trailer hitch with trailing wiring, alloy wheels, a beefier grille, and door handles painted the same color as the truck's body, according to Cars.com. The RTL is the Ridgeline's most luxurious ride, sporting a leather-trimmed interior, heated front seats, moonroof, XM Satellite Radio, and an electronic compass built into the rearview mirror of the Honda; 2008 Ridgelines can be outfitted with a voice recognition navigation system and mobile device auxiliary jack, so long as you’re buying the RTL model. ConclusionThe 2008 Honda Ridgeline has an impressive list of features, some of which are only available on the most expensive version. 2008 HONDA RIDGELINE STYLING | [5 out of 10] CNet: “chunky styling that will polarize opinions” Kelley Blue Book: "Intended to appeal to younger buyers with an appetite for weekend adventures" Car and Driver: "Unfortunately, it's still ugly" Most car reviewers view the 2008 Honda ...

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Other Choices:

If you're looking for four doors and a bed, a few vehicles come to mind as logical alternatives to a 2008 Honda Ridgeline. The Ford Explorer Sport Trac's bed is shorter, but a flip-out bed extender gives it almost the same bed capacity--plus, there's a V-8 option. The Dodge Dakota and Nissan Frontier are both mid-size trucks with four-door cab options. The Dakota also comes with a V-8 engine option.

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