2012 Honda Ridgeline RTS

The 2012 Ridgeline is Honda's midsize truck, a unibody pickup that rides more like an SUV than a traditional body-on-frame hauler. It drives smoothly and quietly, with a composed ride that makes it a comfortable daily driver, though it's not built for serious off-roading. The bed's hidden trunk is a standout, offering dry, lockable storage, and the tailgate can swing open or fold down for easy loading. Owners report few major issues, with some noting brake wear and a tricky spare tire location, but overall it's a dependable truck. A little more standard equipment and a lower price than the RTL set the RTS apart from the rest of the Ridgeline range. The RTS uses the same 3.5L I4 making 250 horsepower, paired with a five-speed automatic and four-wheel drive, so it tows and hauls the same as any other Ridgeline.