2012 Honda Ridgeline RT Overview

        Other Ridgeline models, including the high-end RTL version caught here during hot weather testing, are set to receive a new three-bar grille that's similar to the 2012 Honda Pilot crossover's grille, plus restyled taillights. We hear there will be several minor interior changes as well

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        Ridgeline's all-aluminum, 60-degree, SOHC 3.5-liter VTEC engine produces 250 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 247 lb-ft. of torque at 4,300 rpm. Variable valve timing enhances low rpm torque while extending high rpm horsepower for a broad power band. The 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission features Grade Logic Control to help maintain the most appropriate gear when going uphill or downhill to avoid gear "hunting." The fully automatic Variable Torque Management® 4-wheel drive system (VTM-4®) provides confident operation in rain, snow, ice, sand and mud, while also improving on-road and towing performance by distributing torque to all four wheels as needed. The system operates predominately in front-wheel-drive during dry-pavement cruising conditions and continuously proportions torque to the rear wheels during acceleration and low traction situations. VTM-4 lock button located on the instrument panel allows the driver to temporarily hold engagement of both rear wheels to aid traction while in gears "1" and "2" at speeds of up to 18 mph.

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        The Ridgeline RTS adds the following to the RT: exclusive 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels, a seven-pin trailer wiring connector, body-color painted door handles, painted inner grille surfaces, a seven-speaker 160-watt audio system with subwoofer, six-disc in-dash CD system, steering wheel-mounted controls, an auxiliary audio input jack; dual-zone automatic climate control, an eight-way power driver's seat with lumbar support, privacy glass and all-weather floor mats.

       Exclusive Ridgeline RTL features include leather-trimmed interior with heated front seats, exclusive 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels, fog lights, moonroof, 115-volt power outlet, XM Radio1, HomeLink® remote system, carpeted floor mats and a compass in the rearview mirror.

       The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™2 with Voice Recognition and Zagat Survey® restaurant information is available on RTL models. It includes XM Radio3, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, a multi-information display and a back-up camera display. The navigation system includes a compass, thus eliminating the compass in the rearview mirror.

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Engine

Standard Engine: 3.5L V6

Standard Transmission: 5 Speed Automatic

Cylinders: 6

Horsepower @RPM: 250@5700

Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 15/21

Combined Fuel Economy: 17

EPA Class: Standard 4 Wheel Drive Pickup

Number of Valves: 24

Torque @RPM: N/A

Fuel Type System: Gas Engine / Multi-Port Fuel Injected

Turbo (Yes/No): No

Overdrive Transmission: Yes

Battery Output: N/A

Compression: 10.0:1

Displacement: 3471/212

Bore X Stroke: 3.50×3.66

Cruising Range: 374 miles

Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A

Power to Weight Ratio: 18.1

Final Drive Ratio: No

Valves Configuration: Single Overhead Cam

Supercharged: No

Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A

Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A

Electric Torque RPM: N/A

Electric HorsePower BHP: N/A

Standard Features

Anti-Theft & Locks

Programmable Power Door Locks With Automatic Locking

Vehicle Anti-Lockout

Radio Anti-Theft

Valet Lockout

Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors

Selective Unlocking Via Remote Keyless Entry

Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Engine Immobilizer

Braking & Traction

Variable Torque Management(R) 4-Wheel Drive System (VTM-4(R)) Full-Time 4-Wheel Drive

Brake Assistance

Traction Control

Vehicle Stability Assist(TM) (VSA(R)) Vehicle Stability Control System

Transfer Case

Automatic Locking Hubs

Rear Locking Differential

Front Power 320-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 333-mm Solid Disc Brakes

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes

Doors

Fold-Down and Swing Out Tailgate

Electrical

Battery Saver

Rear Seat Power Outlet

Towing Pre-Wiring

3 Front Power Outlets; 1 With 115-Volt Inverter

Battery

Delayed Power Retention Operates Windows and Moonroof For 10-Minutes

Drive-By-Wire(TM) Throttle System Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle

Engines & Emissions

100,000-Miles Extended Service Interval For Tune-Up

ULEV II Emissions

3.5-Liter VTEC(R), 60 Degree V6, 24-Valve, SOHC, MPFI Engine; Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 250@5700, Torque Of 247@4300, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads

Oil Cooler

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

Subwoofer

Radio Antenna

AM/FM Radio With 160-Watts, Seek, Scan and 7 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3/WMA Player; XM(R) Satellite Radio (Includes 90 Days Of Service, Unavailable In Hawaii and Alaska)

Front Auxiliary Audio Input Jack

Exterior Lighting

Daytime Running Lights

Front Fog Lights

Automatic Headlights With Automatic Off

Pickup Truck Cargo Box Lights

Complex Surface Halogen Headlights

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

Front Mud Guards

Front and Rear Body Color Bumpers

Crew Cab

Body Color Exterior Door Handles

Rear Step Up Bumper

Front Air Dam

Painted and Chrome Grille

Skid Plate

Metallic Paint (If Selected)

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls

Automatic Climate Control

Rear HVAC Ducts

Interior Pollen and Dust Air Filter

Instrumentation

Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio and Cruise Control

Warning Lights Include Brake System, Coolant Temperature, Door Ajar, Low Fuel, Low Washer Fluid and Oil Pressure

Digital Clock

Audible Warnings Include Headlights-On and Seatbelts Unfastened

Compass

Trip Computer With Average Speed, Miles To Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption and Trip Odometer

Tachometer

Exterior Temperature Gauge

Maintenance Minder(TM) System Maintenance Interval Indicator

Tire Pressure Monitor

Cruise Control

Interior Lighting

Front and Rear Map Lights

Delayed Courtesy Light

Ambient Console Lighting Additional Interior Lighting Illuminates Center Console

Illuminated Entry

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Rear Carpeted Floor Mats

Leather Steering Wheel

Front Carpeted Floor Mats

Rubber Floor Covering Located In Passenger Cabin

Remote Controls & Remote Releases

Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob

Panic Button

Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock and Panic Alarm

3-Function HomeLink(R) Universal Garage Door Opener

Remote Fuel Door Release Located Inside Vehicle

Safety

Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor

Front Side Airbags

Front and Rear Automatic Locking Retractors

Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags Located In Headliner

Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts

L A T C H

Rollover Sensor

Driver Airbag With Dual Threshold, Dual Stage Deployment

Passenger Airbag With Dual Threshold, Dual Stage Deployment

Side Guard Door Beams

Front Active Head Restraints

Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters

Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters

Trunk Anti-Trap Device

Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt

Seats

Front Dual Reclining Heated Bucket Seats With Driver Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests

Driver Power Lumbar Support

Leather Seats

Lift-Up Rear 60/40 Split Folding Bench Seat With Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Center Armrest

Driver Power Seat Adjusts 10 Ways Total

Steering

Tilt Steering Column

Power Torque Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering

Storage

Coinholder

In-Bed Trunk(R) Locking Storage Located Under Pick Up Truck Bed

Lockable Glovebox

Overhead Console Storage

Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Dash and Floor

2 Front and 4 Rear; 6 Cupholders Total

Straight Side Pickup Bed

Rear Underseat Storage

Front and Rear Door Mounted Storage

Passenger Side Storage Tray

Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets

Cargo Area Tiedown Hooks

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top

Power Moonroof

Suspension

Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers

25-mm Rear Stabilizer Bar

23-mm Front Stabilizer Bar

Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Trailing Arms, Coil Springs and Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers

Towing/Trailering & Payload

Towing Prep Package Includes Wiring Provisions

6050-Lb Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

Tow Hooks

Class III Tow Hitch Receiver

Transmission

Adaptive Automatic Transmission

5-Speed Electronically Controlled Adaptive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive and Steering Column Mounted Shifter

Wheels & Tires

Silver Alloy Wheels, 18-In. X 7.5-In.

SBRP245/60R18 104T All-Season Tires

Compact Spare Tire

Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Front Dual Sunvisors

Power Window Lockout

Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers With Windshield Wiper De-Icer

Green Tinted Glass

Power Windows With Driver One-Touch Up, One-Touch Down and Pinch Protection

Dual Body Color Folding Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Rearview Mirrors

Power Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window

Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

Sunshade Located On Moonroof

Rear Privacy Glass