2025 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2024 Toyota Tacoma Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda Ridgeline

2025 Honda
Ridgeline

MSRP*: $40,150 to $46,750
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2024 Toyota
Tacoma

MSRP*: $31,500 to $52,100
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MPG - City 18 MPG 18 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 24 MPG 23 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 33.9 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 280-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 278-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 hp 228 - 278 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 3,500 - 6,500 lbs
Exterior Length 210.2 in 213.0 - 226.2 in
Exterior Width 78.6 in 76.9 - 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.7 in
Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.7 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.8 in
Front 38.0 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Honda Ridgeline than the Toyota Tacoma. The Toyota Tacoma offers just a little more head- and legroom than the Honda Ridgeline, making it a little roomier and more comfortable.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Ridgeline as you will with the Toyota Tacoma, as they can travel a similar number of miles on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Honda Ridgeline is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Tacoma.

Dimensions
The Honda Ridgeline is about the same width as the Toyota Tacoma. When looking at overall length, the Honda Ridgeline takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Tacoma.

Handling
The Honda Ridgeline has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Tacoma, allowing you to more easily get in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Tacoma is clearly the choice over the Honda Ridgeline for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Honda Ridgeline and the Toyota Tacoma.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Honda Ridgeline doesn't do as good a job transmitting horsepower to its wheels as the Toyota Tacoma.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Honda Ridgeline as you will the Toyota Tacoma.