Innovation is what the Ridgeline is all about, starting with the vehicle's engineering and extending to elements like the back seat bike rail, a dual-action lift gate, a fully composite bed supported by steel reinforcements and – believe it or not – an trunk under the truck bed. Yep, there’s a trunk back there, it’s lockable and is large enough to take a stroller or a couple of golf bags. Made possible by the type of suspension used -- a rear independent suspension takes up less room -- the trunk is sure to be a strong selling point. Built with composite material and a drain plug, the trunk also doubles as its own cooler, perfect for tailgate parties. About that tailgate. Designed for ease of use, the Ridgeline tailgate opens down as expected and out like a door, and can still hold about 300 lbs. when down. The bed itself can fit a 4x8 piece of plywood flat, which increases cargo space at the home improvement store,though there is no extender available.
It likely won't be missed. With its innovative new features, superb ride, acceptable tow rating and solid payload capacity, even a sleepy bear can see that the Ridgeline is convenience and usability defined by a truck, built by Honda and soon to be driven in and out of suburbs -- and a cave or two -- across America.
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