What’s New for the 2026 Honda Ridgeline
The 2026 Honda Ridgeline arrives at dealerships with fresh styling updates, expanded customization options, and the same award-winning versatility that has made it a standout in the midsize pickup segment. Built exclusively in Lincoln, Alabama, the Ridgeline continues to earn recognition as one of the most American-made trucks on the road, ranking in the top 10 of the Cars.com American-Made Index® for nine consecutive years.
Honda’s latest updates reinforce the Ridgeline’s unique approach: a truck designed for real-world utility, comfort, and confidence—without the compromises of traditional body-on-frame pickups.
New Exterior Colours and Styling Options
Exclusive TrailSport Color: Ash Green Metallic
For 2026, Honda introduces Ash Green Metallic, a rugged new paint colour available exclusively on TrailSport models. First seen on the all-new Passport TrailSport and CR-V TrailSport Hybrid, this earthy tone enhances the Ridgeline’s off-road-inspired personality.
Black Edition with Contrasting Black Roof
The range-topping Ridgeline Black Edition now offers a contrasting black roof option, available with:
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Sonic Gray Pearl
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Platinum White Pearl
This new styling choice adds a more aggressive, premium look while maintaining the Black Edition’s upscale appeal.
2026 Honda Ridgeline Trim Levels and Pricing
The 2026 Honda Ridgeline lineup is available in three all-wheel-drive trims, each offering a strong balance of capability and comfort.
MSRP and EPA Fuel Economy Ratings
Sport: $56,125
TrailSport: $59,625
Black Edition: $62,125
Customization with Genuine Honda Accessories
Honda owners can further tailor their Ridgeline with a wide range of Genuine Honda Accessories and post-production packages, including:
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HPD™ 18-inch Black Alloy Wheels with All-Terrain Tires
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Function Package
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Utility+ Package
These options allow drivers to enhance both the appearance and functionality of their truck, whether for work, adventure, or weekend projects.
20 Years of Honda Ridgeline Innovation
A Pickup That Redefined the Segment
Since its debut, the Honda Ridgeline has challenged conventional truck design. Introduced at the 2005 North American Auto Show, it became the first pickup with unibody construction, delivering superior ride quality, interior space, and handling.
This innovation earned the Ridgeline North American Truck of the Year honours twice (2006 and 2017).
Unique Unibody Design and Independent Suspension
Unlike traditional body-on-frame trucks, the Ridgeline’s unibody architecture provides:
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Exceptional cabin comfort
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Outstanding structural rigidity
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Class-leading safety performance
It’s also the first pickup with fully independent front and rear suspension, paired with Honda’s advanced i-VTM4® torque-vectoring all-wheel drive for confident traction in all conditions.
Industry-First Features You Won’t Find Anywhere Else
Dual-Action Tailgate
The Ridgeline was the first truck to offer a Dual-Action Tailgate, opening both downward and to the side for easier access and loading.
Exclusive In-Bed Trunk®
Another Honda-exclusive innovation, the lockable, washable In-Bed Trunk®, provides 7.3 cu.-ft. of secure storage beneath the bed floor. Complete with a drain plug, it doubles as a cooler—perfect for tailgating, road trips, and outdoor adventures.
Why the 2026 Honda Ridgeline Stands Out
By prioritizing real-world usability, comfort, and innovation, the 2026 Honda Ridgeline continues to attract more first-time Honda buyers than any other vehicle in the lineup. It’s a pickup designed not just to work hard, but to fit seamlessly into everyday life.
Whether you’re commuting, hauling gear, or heading off the beaten path, the Ridgeline proves that you don’t have to sacrifice comfort to get true truck capability.


