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Honda Ridgeline II 3.5 V6 (280 Hp) Automatic
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Honda Ridgeline:
The Honda Ridgeline is a mid-size pickup truck manufactured and marketed by Honda since the 2006 model year, over two generations in a unibody, crew–cab, short-box configuration with a transverse-mounted engine.
The first-generation Ridgeline went on sale in March 2005 as a 2006 model year vehicle. The Car Design Yearbook called it "Honda's first foray into the true heartland of the American automotive way of life—the pickup truck. " An engineering team from Honda R&D Americas, led by Gary Flint, designed the vehicle. According to the author of Driving Honda, the automaker wanted to target buyers who were looking to move to a pickup from sedans, minivans, and sport utility vehicles....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Honda Ridgeline (II). With 355 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1912 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda Ridgeline II was not tested by Euro NCAP, as it is primarily sold in North America. However, it consistently received high safety ratings from US-based organizations like NHTSA and IIHS.
3.5 V6 (280 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers identical strong performance to the AWD variant, with the 280 Hp V6 and 9-speed automatic providing smooth power delivery for most driving scenarios.
Fuel Economy
Offers slightly better fuel efficiency compared to the AWD model, making it a more economical choice for drivers not requiring all-wheel drive.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Car-like ride comfort and handling due to unibody construction
- • Reliable and powerful 3.5L V6 engine
- • Innovative in-bed trunk and dual-action tailgate
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior
- • Excellent safety ratings from US agencies
Cons:
- • Lower towing capacity than traditional body-on-frame trucks
- • Unibody construction may deter some traditional truck buyers
- • Exterior styling can be polarizing
- • Fuel economy, while good for a V6 truck, isn't class-leading
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2009): 2009 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Ridgeline |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (280 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | December, 2019 |
| End of production: | September, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.7 Hp/l [76mm more] |
| Torque: | 355 Nm @ 4700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J35Y6 More details about the engine J35Y6 |
| Engine displacement: | 3471 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6800 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.8 kg/Hp, 147.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 186.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1902-1923 |
| Max. weight: | 2590 |
| Max load: | 667-688 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 960 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 74 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 18.5° |
| Length: | 5334 mm mm [76mm more] |
| Width: | 1996 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Height: | 1783 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3180 mm mm [81mm more] |
| Front track: | 1684 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1684 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 185 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.5 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 19.2° |
| Departure angle: | 21.4° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | SBW |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 320 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 330 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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