Used Honda Ridgeline
Mid-size unibody · 27 listings · max towing 5,000 lb · max payload 1,583 lb
The Honda Ridgeline on the used market
The Ridgeline is unique in the segment — a unibody mid-size pickup that drives more like a comfortable SUV than a body-on-frame truck. The clever in-bed trunk, dual-action tailgate, and Honda 3.5L V6 give it a reliability and packaging advantage; the trade-off is towing capacity capped at 5,000 lb.
Ridgelines hold value strongly within their niche. Buyers who do not need to tow more than 5,000 lb find them compelling used.
Available trims
Browse by model year
Click into any year for engine specs, towing/payload, fuel economy, common issues, and the used market value range for that model year.
Engine options across model years
| From model year | Available powertrains |
|---|---|
| 2017+ | 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Common issues to inspect for
- 9-speed automatic occasional rough shifts (TSBs available)
- VCM cylinder deactivation can cause oil dilution in short-trip use
- Bed-trunk drain hoses can clog
Where the inventory is
Featured Ridgeline listings
| Year & Trim | Body | Miles | Price | State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Sport 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 57,732 mi | $16,992 | Alaska |
| 2020 RTL-E 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 82,080 mi | $14,783 | Connecticut |
| 2023 TrailSport 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 30,752 mi | $24,043 | Florida |
| 2022 Sport 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 60,507 mi | $24,583 | Illinois |
| 2024 RTL-E 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 32,215 mi | $31,374 | Kentucky |
| 2018 TrailSport 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 93,996 mi | $12,693 | North Carolina |
| 2021 TrailSport 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 38,260 mi | $16,992 | Ohio |
| 2024 TrailSport 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 24,034 mi | $35,412 | Rhode Island |
| 2018 Sport 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 65,967 mi | $13,447 | Colorado |
| 2019 Black Edition 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 77,261 mi | $12,713 | Massachusetts |
| 2022 TrailSport 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 51,363 mi | $26,420 | New York |
| 2018 Black Edition 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 68,699 mi | $14,327 | Texas |
| 2022 TrailSport 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 55,949 mi | $22,285 | Utah |
| 2017 TrailSport 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 98,691 mi | $10,808 | Wisconsin |
| 2019 RTL 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 112,432 mi | $13,444 | Arizona |
| 2024 RTL-E 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 17,993 mi | $33,859 | Indiana |
| 2018 RTL 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Extended Cab | 100,550 mi | $14,075 | Oklahoma |
| 2022 RTL-E 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 42,734 mi | $22,974 | Oregon |
| 2021 RTL-E 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Regular Cab | 76,547 mi | $16,992 | Rhode Island |
| 2018 RTL 3.5L i-VTEC V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft) |
Crew Cab | 96,451 mi | $14,075 | Idaho |
Buying a used Honda Ridgeline — what to know
The Ridgeline sits in the mid-size unibody segment, where competition is fierce and used pricing varies widely by configuration, mileage, and region. The single biggest variable on used pricing is powertrain — diesel-engined trucks of any year typically command a 15–30% premium over equivalent gas trucks, even after accounting for the higher fuel cost per mile. Use the year-by-year breakdown above to confirm which powertrains were even available in the model year you are shopping.
Trim level matters next. The trim ladder for the Ridgeline runs from work-spec base trims (vinyl seats, rubber floors, manual windows on older years) up through luxury-class top trims with leather, large infotainment, advanced driver assists, and air suspension. The depreciation curve on top trims is steeper than on mid-range trims, which makes 4–6 year old top-trim trucks an unusually strong used value. A 5-year-old top-trim Ridgeline often costs less than a new mid-trim version with comparable mileage and far less equipment.
Mileage matters but mileage type matters more. A high-mileage Ridgeline that lived a highway-commuter life is often a better long-term bet than a low-mileage truck that sat in city traffic and short trips its whole life. Ask the seller about usage patterns. Get the answer in writing if it influences your offer. And whatever the seller tells you, verify with a third-party pre-purchase inspection before signing.