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Would You Drive This? 2020 Honda Ridgeline HFP Overlander
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:39 am
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:39 am
The Honda Ridgeline has been controversial on the OT. That's understandable, as it is an undeniably reliable non-Ford product.
More legitimate criticism has come from the fact that the Ridgeline is a unit body vehicle and can't handle the serious off roading that all truck buyers like to pretend they do. Honda's answer to that is the Ridgeline HFP.
Like all Ridgelines, it's powered by a brilliant 280 horsepower VTEC V6 with multi-phase cam lobes to boost power high in the rev range. But the HFP also includes a lift for those of you that need the extra 2 inches to satisfy your insecurities. It also includes overland hardware and electronic four wheel drive.
Would you drive this?
As you can probably tell, this is definitely a beefed up Honda Ridgeline - with overfenders and off road tires.
Despite all of this, the Ridgeline remains true to its roots as a practical vehicle that's proven reliable and safe - with plenty of space to take your closest friends camping with you.
This is the perfect truck for a lot of OT'ers that may be stuck behind the wheel of an unreliable Ford or rusted out Nissan. You may not want to admit it, but the Ridgeline is a brilliant vehicle for your lifestyle.
I remember the first time I saw a Ridgeline. I saw it pulling out of Manchac Park one evening when I was driving along Jefferson. It definitely seemed like it had an interesting profile - the HFP version just looks even more rugged. The overfenders and off road hardware really help bring the entire package together. Would you drive the Ridgeline HFP?
More legitimate criticism has come from the fact that the Ridgeline is a unit body vehicle and can't handle the serious off roading that all truck buyers like to pretend they do. Honda's answer to that is the Ridgeline HFP.
Like all Ridgelines, it's powered by a brilliant 280 horsepower VTEC V6 with multi-phase cam lobes to boost power high in the rev range. But the HFP also includes a lift for those of you that need the extra 2 inches to satisfy your insecurities. It also includes overland hardware and electronic four wheel drive.
Would you drive this?
As you can probably tell, this is definitely a beefed up Honda Ridgeline - with overfenders and off road tires.
Despite all of this, the Ridgeline remains true to its roots as a practical vehicle that's proven reliable and safe - with plenty of space to take your closest friends camping with you.
This is the perfect truck for a lot of OT'ers that may be stuck behind the wheel of an unreliable Ford or rusted out Nissan. You may not want to admit it, but the Ridgeline is a brilliant vehicle for your lifestyle.
I remember the first time I saw a Ridgeline. I saw it pulling out of Manchac Park one evening when I was driving along Jefferson. It definitely seemed like it had an interesting profile - the HFP version just looks even more rugged. The overfenders and off road hardware really help bring the entire package together. Would you drive the Ridgeline HFP?
This post was edited on 7/10/20 at 10:43 am
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Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:40 am to goofball
Nah.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:41 am to goofball
Should be kinda hard to drive it with a tent on the top
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:43 am to goofball
What's the point of a mini-van without the third row and cargo space?
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:43 am to goofball
No. That last picture sums it up though, if a butch lesbian were a car, it'd be that.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:44 am to goofball
Nope
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:44 am to goofball
It is still a Ridgeline. So, nah, I'll pass.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:45 am to Aristo
quote:
What's the point of a mini-van without the third row and cargo space?
Four wheel drive, about 2.5 tons of towing capacity, a bed to haul all of your gear, increased ground clearance, etc...
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:46 am to goofball
What is the ground clearance? I need to know if it supports Nutz before making a decision.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:46 am to The Implication
quote:
No. That last picture sums it up though, if a butch lesbian were a car, it'd be that.
You are in denial. You want one. You just don't want other people to know about it.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:47 am to JackieTreehorn
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What is the ground clearance? I need to know if it supports Nutz before making a decision.
About 3.50 inches more than your F-150.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:47 am to goofball
Nope
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:48 am to goofball
Absolutely I would drive it...
If I didn’t have a Ford, Chevy, Ram, Toyota, Nissan.... or Power Wheel.
Seriously though, I know the electric 4wd gives instant power on full charge but still seems sketchy and unproven. I’m still privy to to the Big Baws when it comes to dirt, mud, and water.
If I didn’t have a Ford, Chevy, Ram, Toyota, Nissan.... or Power Wheel.
Seriously though, I know the electric 4wd gives instant power on full charge but still seems sketchy and unproven. I’m still privy to to the Big Baws when it comes to dirt, mud, and water.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:50 am to goofball
All kidding aside, Honda's styling language definitely works when the vehicle sits a little higher on its suspension.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:52 am to goofball
At some point recently, a bunch of manufacturers got together and decided just to design one front end. Honda, Acura, Lexus, seems like all models look the same from the front.
That said, the ridgeline looks like an accord el camino. Terrible aesthetics to me, but with some cool features. Would not drive.
That said, the ridgeline looks like an accord el camino. Terrible aesthetics to me, but with some cool features. Would not drive.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:56 am to goofball
Rebodied Honda Odyssey minivan...
NOPE
NOPE
Posted on 7/10/20 at 10:58 am to sumtimeitbeslikedat
quote:
Seriously though, I know the electric 4wd gives instant power on full charge but still seems sketchy and unproven
I'm sure the Honda will still be running long after a Ford or Dodge of the same age kicks the bucket.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 11:01 am to goofball
Not a chance.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 11:02 am to goofball
Nick Saban loves his Honda Ridgeline.
Posted on 7/10/20 at 11:03 am to goofball
Driven one for two years. I love it. I don’t toe anything but I need the bed pretty often. I don’t think of it as a truck but an extremely versatile car.
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