Honda Fit lease: Model Strengths:
Reliability and value; carry-it-all capability, without sacrificing precious fuel economy; lengthy list of standard equipment for the money.
Honda Fit lease: Model Changes:
Changes are few for the 2008 Honda Fit, which made its U.S. debut last year. Despite the marginal yearly price increase, the Fit is still a phenomenal value.
Honda Fit lease: Model Value:
The 2008 Honda Fit continues is a well-thought-out, functional vehicle not devoid of style or fun. It is Honda's smallest car, but it smartly utilizes every cubic inch of space to create a functionality that belies its size. A long list of standard equipment makes picking out the perfect Fit as easy as picking a manual or automatic transmission. Like most Hondas, reliability and resale value are strong points for the Fit.
Honda Fit lease: Model Overview:
The 2008 Fit remains loyal to Honda's original vision: good cars for not a lot of cash, bringing with it a host of standard equipment, capacity, and safety features, not to mention fuel economy that is second to none. The Fit is one of the most versatile small cars on the market. Despite its diminutive exterior proportions, the car has an array of clever features that maximize interior space. The aptly named Magic Seat folds up to allow four feet of height in the second row for bicycles and the like. The Magic Seat also folds down completely flat to provide almost 42 cubic feet of cargo space. Both the driver and passenger setbacks fold flat, providing room for long items or a place to stretch out. The Fit proves that inexpensive doesn't mean cheap. Power windows, door locks, and air conditioning are standard. The Honda Fit also packs in the safety features. Front, side, and curtain air bags are standard, as well as anti-lock brakes (ABS). For even more features, the Fit Sport adds alloy wheels and more creature comforts such as, cruise control and a leather wrapped steering wheel with audio controls. The Sport also has fog lights, an upgraded audio system, and even paddle shifters when ordered with the automatic transmission.The Fit has a thrifty 1.5L four-cylinder engine with VTEC variable valve timing and lift, making 109 horsepower. A Drive-by-Wire throttle control enhances throttle response and performance with the optional five-speed automatic transmission. A five-speed manual gearbox is standard.An Electric Power Steering (EPS) system is more responsive than most hydraulic units while improving fuel economy. The Fit gets 28 mpg city, 34 highway in the EPA cycles.
Honda Civic Coupe and Honda Civic Sedan lease: Model Strengths:
Standout styling; miserly fuel economy; plenty of green choices with Hybrid and natural-gas GX; safety features; reputation for reliability (typical Honda).
Honda Civic Coupe and Honda Civic Sedan lease: Model Changes:
Following the 2006 redesign which produced a sleeker, more rakish body style, more standard equipment, and revised powertrains and components throughout, the Honda Civic enters the 2008 model year relatively unchanged.In addition to the EX is the new EX-L, which adds leather seating surfaces to an already impressive list of equipment. Also, the Si sedan increases its level of performance with the Mugen package, which includes a track-tuned suspension, 18-inch alloys, a revised exhaust, and race-inspired body enhancements.
Honda Civic Coupe and Honda Civic Sedan lease: Model Value:
Honda has built a longstanding reputation with the Civic, positioning it as one of the sportiest, most fun-to-drive small cars, yet one with the highest fuel economy and lowest emissions. The 2008 Civic emphasizes styling and safety at a very competitive price.
Honda Civic Coupe and Honda Civic Sedan lease: Model Overview:
The 2008 Honda Civic comes as six distinct models: sedan, coupe, Si sedan, Si coupe, Hybrid sedan, and natural-gas GX sedan.The sedan and coupe both have a 1.8L i-VTEC four-cylinder engine, making 140 horsepower and 128 lb-ft of torque and bringing a fuel economy figure of 25 city, 36 highway with the optional five-speed automatic transmission. A five-speed manual is standard. Honda's sedan and coupe meet ULEV-II emissions standard in all 50 states.The Si sedan and coupe step up to an especially high-revving 2.0L i-VTEC four-cylinder engine making 197 horsepower and 139 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed manual transmission and employing a helical-type limited-slip differential to help ensure smoother power delivery in high-performance driving. The Si models also get significant upgrades, including 17-inch wheels and high-performance V-rated tires, special trim and bolstered sport seats with red stitching inside, and a rear wing and aerodynamic cladding outside .All Civics leases deliver Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure, which helps more evenly absorb the force of frontal collisions and also helps in collisions with vehicles of differing sizes. Four-channel anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, front occupant side air bags, two-row side-curtain air bags, active front head restraints, and rear head restraints for all positions are standard on all models, too.The Civic Hybrid only comes as a sedan. It brings a smaller 1.3L four-cylinder engine paired with a 20-horsepower electric motor as part of Honda's Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system, in which the electric motor boosts the gasoline engine when accelerating, saves some of the energy lost in braking, and allows the engine to turn off at stoplights, provided your foot is on the brake. Together, the engine and motor deliver 110 horsepower and 123 lb-ft of torque and return an EPA rating of 40 city, 45 highway.Finally, there's the Civic GX, which is also only available as a sedan and is powered exclusively by natural gas. The GX is only available at select dealerships in California and New York, and comes with a 113-horsepower, 1.8L four-cylinder engine. It gets the equivalent of 24 city, 36 highway, according to the EPA, but may qualify for a federal tax credit.Sedans and coupes (except the Hybrid and GX) are available in three trim levels: the frugal DX (which is the Civic price leader, at $14,810 for the coupe), the well-equipped LX, and the more luxuriously appointed EX and EX-L with leather seat trim. The DX gets power windows and locks and tilt/telescope steering, among other basics. The LX adds popular features like air conditioning, cruise control, remote entry, and a CD sound system, while the EX brings extras like a six-speaker sound system that's XM ready and a 60/40-split folding rear seat to make the trunk area more versatile. Si models are equipped with a similar level of conveniences as EX models, but they also get a 350-watt, seven-speaker sound system with a subwoofer. The Mugen sedan nets performance enhancing features such as factory-tuned suspension, cat-back exhaust, and a special appearance package, including a body kit, a unique front grille, and an adjustable rear spoiler.A satellite-linked navigation system with voice recognition is optional on EX and Si models and has a 6.5-inch display screen. The system also brings a CompactFlash card reader, so that MP3 or WMA media can be played on the sound system.
Honda Accord Coupe and Honda Accord Sedan lease: Model Strengths:
Roomier interior; new appearance; powerful and economical engines; safety.
Honda Accord Coupe and Honda Accord Sedan lease: Model Changes:
The Honda Accord lease line, which includes one of the best-selling midsize sedans in the U.S. as well as a coupe body style, has been completely redesigned for 2008. It's slightly larger all around, yielding a more spacious interior. Honda has also upgraded the Accord's standard safety features. As before, the Accord offers a choice of four- and six-cylinder engines.The Accord's trim levels and standard equipment have been revised, and the value-priced VP edition is no longer offered. Likewise, the Accord Hybrid has been discontinued.
Honda Accord Coupe and Honda Accord Sedan lease: Model Value:
The 2008 Honda Accord's engines stand out in the midsize sedan class as being among the most economical yet powerful, and its roomy new interior also ranks as one of the most distinctive. Prices have been raised, and the value-priced VP edition is no longer available with the '08, but standard equipment has been increased as well, and electronic stability control, which is commonly optional in this class, is installed across the line.
Honda Accord Coupe and Honda Accord Sedan lease: Model Overview:
Honda's Accord gets a completely new, more sophisticated and detail-oriented look for 2008, along with a complete mechanical redesign. It's slightly larger overall, including almost three inches more length than the 2007 model, but more notably it's slightly wider, making the interior 1.5 inches wider as well. This wider stance allows the front seats to be set farther apart with a more expansive center console.Seats and seating are a particular area of change for the new Accord. In front, they are more generously apportioned, and Honda boasts that the front and rear seats now bring equal comfort to front and rear passengers. Overall, interior volume is up to 120 cubic feet, which officially classifies the Accord as a large sedan rather than a midsize one.Despite being larger, the Accord has improved torsional rigidity, which allowed Honda engineers to tune the suspension for optimal ride and handling-there are double wishbones in front and a multi-link setup in back, along with wide tires across the model line. Wheels range from 16-inch steel wheels on base models up to 17-inch alloys on up-level coupes and sedans; and on the coupe, 18-inch alloys are now available. The new Accord is offered with either a 2.4L four-cylinder engine, making either 177 horsepower or 190 horsepower, depending on the model, or a 3.5L V6 making 268 horsepower. The V6 comes with the newest version of Honda's variable cylinder management (VCM) system, which can shut down two or three cylinders when possible to increase fuel efficiency. In the tougher new EPA fuel efficiency tests, the Accord is rated at 19 city, 29 highway. The more powerful, 190-horsepower version of the four-cylinder engine uses a variable-valve silencer and high-flow exhaust system to bring improved performance with no penalty in fuel efficiency. This version is standard on base LX and upscale EX coupes, and also on mid-level EX sedans.A five-speed manual transmission is standard on all four-cylinder engines, while a five-speed automatic is optional with the four and standard with the V6. A six-speed manual transmission is exclusively offered on the EX-L coupe.The list of standard safety equipment now includes vehicle stability assist and active front head restraints, along with front side air bags, full-length side curtain air bags, and four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with brake assist.Sound systems have been revamped. All of them now have MP3 and WMA compatibility and an auxiliary input jack. The base system has 160 watts, a CD player, and six speakers; all now have RDS program information. Middle-trim models add a six-disc CD changer, while top models bring the premium audio system, with 270 watts, seven speakers, an eight-inch subwoofer, and available XM satellite radio. There's also a navigation system that includes a Bluetooth hands-free phone link, voice activation, and an integrated Zagat guide.The Accord is now offered in two primary trims, the economical LX or more luxurious EX. EX models are dressed up with alloy wheels, a chrome exhaust tip, and blue ambient interior lighting, and include more luxury items such as heated mirrors, a moonroof, and a security system. At the top of the range is the EX-L, which adds leather seating and trim, upgraded instrumentation, dual-zone climate control, and the premium audio system with active noise cancellation.
Honda S2000 lease: Model Strengths:
Lively acceleration; sporty handling; ideal top-down roadster experience; convenient soft-top arrangement.
Honda S2000 lease: Model Changes:
A new racetrack-oriented, lightweight S2000 CR model joins the Honda lineup for 2008. On all S2000s, the suspension has been recalibrated, with new spring and damper tuning, for better steering feel and high-speed stability. Also for 2008, the fuel and temperature gauges have been relocated in the instrument panel, and a new 17-inch wheel design is standard.
Honda S2000 lease: Model Value:
The 2008 Honda S2000 straddles a middle ground among roadsters, between the simple-is-fun Mazda Miata and Saturn Sky and the more image-conscious Mercedes-Benz SLK and BMW Z4. Its rip-roaring VTEC engine offers surprising acceleration when revved and a more visceral experience than the heavier, more luxurious competitors, yet it offers more creature comforts than those more basic roadsters. With the new lightweight CR, the aging S2000 now has extended appeal for weekend racers who want maximum performance and can do without the frills.
Honda S2000 lease: Model Overview:
The S2000 is Honda's small, two-seat roadster sports car for 2008. A 237-horsepower, 2.2L four-cylinder VTEC engine powers the S2000, along with a six-speed manual transmission. With rear-wheel drive, the S2000 has an ideal 50/50 weight distribution, along with front and rear double-wishbone suspension, electric power steering, and a torque-sensing, limited-slip rear differential for crisp, capable handling on curvy, challenging roads.With a curb weight below 3,000 pounds, the S2000 squeezes surprisingly fast acceleration from its VTEC four-cylinder engine; it's been widely tested as accelerating to 60 mph in less than six seconds. The S2000 for lease now comes in two models-a standard model, and the racetrack-oriented CR. The standard Honda S2000 lease includes a power-operated soft top that quickly opens or closes. Honda's VSA electronic stability control is standard on the S2000, along with anti-lock brakes and brake assist. The standard S2000 come well equipped, with features including air conditioning, full power accessories, keyless entry, cruise control, and leather upholstery. The CR model incorporates a number of weight-saving measures and expanded high-performance equipment. The CR includes more aggressive suspension settings, a more rigid body, and aerodynamic spoilers that reduce high-speed lift. It also gets a quicker steering ratio, more aggressive tires with a larger rear size, a sport-tuned muffler, and larger stabilizer bars. Appearance-wise, it includes a spherical aluminum shift knob, sport seats with yellow stitching and synthetic suede bolsters, and a "peak power" indicator in the instrument panel. The model has a removable aluminum hard top instead of the convertible soft top, and air conditioning and a sound system are optional. The overall weight savings for the model is 51 pounds, with the hard top in place.
Honda Odyssey lease: Model Strengths:
Reliability; efficient and powerful V6; acres of comfortable interior space.
Honda Odyssey lease: Model Changes:
The 2008 Honda Odyssey sees the addition of auxiliary audio input jacks, daytime running lights, and programmable power door locks. Dual-zone climate control goes to tri-zone on the EX, EX-L, and Touring models, and the EX-L now includes an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Run-flat tires are no longer standard equipment on the Touring, but navigation and Bluetooth are.
Honda Odyssey Model Value:
With a refined and efficient powertrain, prolific passenger capacity, a folding third-row seat, and clutch of beverage holders, Honda's 2008 Odyssey meets all of the American minivan driver benchmarks. To differentiate itself from the rest of the segment, Honda adds its i-VTEC technology, available active noise cancellation and leather seating, and superior build quality and reliability, making it an excellent value.
Honda Odyssey lease: Model Overview:
All Odysseys get a 3.5L V6, the same engine that's in Honda's Ridgeline. On the base Odyssey, it puts out 244 horsepower and 240 lb-feet of torque, and is mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The Odyssey features plenty of minivan comfort features such as dual sliding doors, a retractable center tray table, and beverage holders galore. Remote keyless entry is standard, as is a folding third-row seat, which Honda calls "Magic Seat" because it folds into the floor with one smooth motion. Safety features include anti-lock brakes and side-impact air bags with a roll-over sensor.The upgraded EX model motorizes the dual sliding doors and adds a second-row "Plus-One" removable seat to increase the passenger capacity to eight. Tri-zone climate control is also part of the package.On the EX-L and Touring models, Honda adds variable cylinder management technology, which turns off three cylinders at cruising speed. The EX-L model's i-VTEC variable valve timing system doesn't increase power output, but the torque does come on slightly sooner, improving engine response and efficiency. The Odyssey is no sports car, but at 8.6 seconds to 60 mph, it merges like a smaller car. The Honda EX-L utilizes an active noise cancellation system that uses the vehicle's stereo to cancel wind and road noise in order to create an even quieter ride. A power sunroof, leather seat trim and steering wheel, are also upgrades included on the EX-L.The Touring models gain XM satellite radio. Front and rear parking sensors, and a programmable trip computer are all standard. A rear-seat DVD entertainment system with a nine-inch drop-down display and wireless headphones can be added. Navigation is also an option.
Honda Element lease: Model Strengths:
Very versatile and easy-to-clean interior; fuel efficiency; maneuverability; low price.
Honda Element lease: Model Changes:
The Honda Element enters 2008, its sixth year, with no major changes from the previous model year.
Honda Element lease: Model Value:
With its versatile and easy-to-clean interior, the boxy 2008 Honda Element is well suited for people who carry gear for outdoor activities, and for those with dogs. Its compact overall dimensions, good maneuverability, tall driving position, and good fuel efficiency make it a great city vehicle. With plenty of standard safety equipment and a low base price, the Element makes a good value proposition.
Honda Element lease: Model Overview:
The tall 2008 Honda Element makes the most out of a vehicle that's actually quite compact and easy to park, with a van-like body, an extremely versatile interior, and rear-hinged back doors that allow wide loading access. Inside, a black urethane utility floor cleans up easily, and the seat upholstery is moisture-resistant, making the Element a good choice for those with pets, babies, or messy cargo. There's seating for up to four people, but the back seats flip up easily for larger cargo, or they can be removed completely. All Elements have five beverage holders, a large multi-bin tray above the glovebox, cargo hooks for strapping down larger items like bikes, and door pockets for all four doors.The Element comes with a single engine, a 2.4L iVTEC four-cylinder that produces 166 horsepower and 160 lb-ft of torque. It can be paired with either a five-speed manual transmission or a five-speed automatic. An available real-time 4WD system brings more traction for driving on snow or sand; when wheels slip, the system can send up to 70 percent of engine power to the rear wheels as needed on slippery surfaces or up to 30 percent on dry surfaces. The Honda Element lease is available in three versions: base LX, luxurious EX, and sporty SC. Both the Honda LX and EX models are available with 2WD or the 4WD system, while the SC is only available with front-wheel drive.The SC model adds a sporty edge to the Element, and includes a lowered sport suspension, stronger stabilizer bars, a faster steering ratio, larger 18-inch alloy wheels, projector-beam headlights, a carpeted floor with an enhanced center console, and various appearance changes. This model is available in a Root Beer Metallic hue that's not offered on other Elements. All Elements have standard vehicle stability assist (VSA), anti-lock brakes with brake assist, front seat-mounted side air bags, and side curtain air bags with a rollover sensor system. Even the base LX comes with air conditioning, keyless entry, power windows and locks, and a four-speaker CD audio system. The more luxurious EX adds alloy wheels, steering wheel audio controls, an overhead console, and an upgraded, seven-speaker audio system with a subwoofer, input jack, and XM satellite radio and MP3 compatibility.Options are quite activity-focused. For instance, they include cargo organizers, a tailgate seatback, and kayak, bike, snowboard, and ski attachments.
Honda CR-V leases: Model Strengths:
Versatile, nice interior; loads of cargo space; impressive gas mileage; lots of safety features.
Honda CR-V leases: Model Changes:
Honda's compact, carlike CR-V sport-utility vehicle was completely redesigned for 2007, and thus remains mostly unchanged for the 2008 model year. The EX-L trim now includes dual-zone air conditioning a premium audio package, as well as an eight-way power driver's seat.
Honda CR-V leases: Model Value:
The 2008 Honda CR-V boasts impressive ride and handling characteristics, along with a quiet, comfortable interior. Available all-wheel drive provides confidence in inclement weather, and cargo capacity is outstanding. The CR-V's four-cylinder powertrain is impressively smooth and returns great fuel economy.
Honda CR-V leases: Model Overview:
A 2.4L four-cylinder engine and five-speed automatic transmission is the only powertrain combination offered on the 2008 Honda CR-V. The engine makes 166 horsepower and 161 lb-ft of torque. A drive-by-wire throttle control matches with the transmission for better drivability on hills. Front-wheel drive is standard on the CR-V; the optional Real Time 4WD system is tuned for on-road driving, with power going to the front wheels during most driving but with some sent to the rear wheels as needed on slippery surfaces.Fuel economy is near the top of its class, at 23 city, 30 highway for the front-wheel-drive version.With a four-wheel independent suspension (MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link setup in back), plus a rigid body structure, the CR-V has good handling for its class. The interior has several storage compartments and numerous clever features, such as a retractable center tray table, dual gloveboxes, and various cup holders. Two rows of seating can accommodate five passengers.Three trim levels are available: LX, EX, and EX-L. There's no stripped-down base model; the LX includes a wide range of standard equipment like air conditioning, a CD sound system with MP3 compatibility and auxiliary input jack, tilt/telescopic steering adjustment, and power windows, locks, and mirrors. The EX adds a moonroof, chrome trim, a dual-deck cargo shelf, upgraded audio with six speakers and a six-disc changer, among other additional equipment, while the top EX-L brings leather upholstery and a top audio system that has XM satellite radio compatibility and a subwoofer. A navigation system with voice recognition and a rear-view camera is available only on the EX-L.On EX and EX-L models, a dual-deck cargo shelf can hold up to 20 pounds of cargo on top while leaving space for full-size grocery bags on the bottom. The back seat is split 60/40 and can fold forward as needed to expand the cargo floor. The CR-V adopts Honda's ACE Body Structure for enhanced saftey, which improves frontal crash performance and allows better crash compatibility with vehicles of varying sizes. Front-seat side air bags and full-length side-curtain bags are standard on all CR-Vs, along with active head restraints. Vehicle Stability Assist and four-channel anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution are standard on all CR-V models as well.
Honda Pilot leases: Model Strengths:
Flexible and roomy interior; comfortable ride; fuel efficiency (2WD); 4WD model's traction and ground clearance good for snow.
Honda Pilot Model Changes:
New Value Package (VP) and Special Edition (SE) models of the Honda Pilot sport ute are available for 2008. The VP replaces the LX model as the base model in the lineup, while the SE slots between the EX and top-of-the-line EXL. The SP model now includes machined alloy wheels, rear privacy glass, XM satellite radio, steering-wheel audio controls, and an upgraded audio system with CD changer and subwoofer.Otherwise the Pilot is carried over to 2008 with few other changes.
Honda Pilot leases: Model Value:
The 2008 Honda Pilot pairs a spacious, minivan-like interior with good ground clearance and an available all-wheel-drive system that's suitable for deep snow. Its carlike underpinnings also give it crisper handling than many mid-size SUVs, along with a smooth ride. And with an EPA highway rating of 22 mpg, the 2WD Pilot with the fuel-saving VCM system is among the most fuel-efficient mid-size SUVs.
Honda Pilot leases: Model Overview:
All 2008 Honda Pilots are available with either front-wheel drive or a VTM-4 four-wheel drive system that provides front-wheel drive on dry pavement but sends power to the rear wheels in low-traction situations. It also includes a lock mode to consistently send power to the rear wheels for low-speed, low-traction situations such as snow or sand. Power for all Pilots is provided by a 3.5L, all-aluminum V6 making 244 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque, paired with a five-speed automatic. Front-wheel-drive Pilots also get the Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) system, which deactivates three of the engine's six cylinders during cruising or deceleration, to increase fuel efficiency-indicated by an "Eco" light on the dash. The system helps make the 2WD Pilot among the best for mid-size SUVs, with an EPA highway rating of 22 mpg. Pilots with VCM also get a sophisticated, audio-system-based active noise cancellation system, along with an active control engine mount system to help cancel out any extra noise and vibration that the system introduces.The Pilot has an independent front and rear suspension and uni-body structure, along with four-wheel disc brakes and standard 16-inch alloy wheels, all to give sharp handling and a carlike ride. Front side air bags, three-row side-curtain bags with a rollover sensor are standard on all Pilots, as are anti-lock brakes, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), and brake assist.The base VP, includes air conditioning, keyless entry, cruise control, a sound system with six-disc changer and steering-wheel controls, roof rails, and power windows and locks. There's seating for eight, with both the second and third rows 60/40-split and foldable to expand the cargo area when they're not in use.The EX adds automatic climate control, power heated mirrors, upgraded front seats, fog lamps, and more cargo-storage extras, such as a tray for the second row, seatback pockets, and a cargo net, tie-downs, and grocery-bag hooks for the cargo area. The new SE model adds a DVD rear entertainment system, a moonroof, XM satellite radio, ambient console lighting, and a 115-volt AC power outlet. The Honda EXL lease steps up to more luxury equipment, including leather upholstery and a leather steering wheel, a synchronized climate control system, and a moonroof. Top options on the EXL include a rear DVD entertainment system and a voice-recognition navigation system that comes with a rearview camera system.
Honda Ridgeline leases: Model Strengths:
Ride and refinement; handling relative to other pickups; outstanding safety; half-ton load capacity.
Honda Ridgeline leases: Model Changes:
For 2008, the Honda Ridgeline carries over with only a few minor changes. New "machined styling" wheels are featured on the Ridgeline RTS and RTL, and the fabric interior in the RT, RTX, and RTS models is changed from a two-tone style to a single tone.
Honda Ridgeline leases: Model Value:
The Honda Ridgeline offers unique packaging for a pickup for 2008, with a half-ton payload capacity paired with room for five adults and unit-body construction for improved ride and handling versus most pickups. With its comfortable, quiet interior, good record for safety, and better-than-average fuel efficiency, it's a good choice for those who need to haul less frequently but will rely on the truck for daily passenger duty.
Honda Ridgeline leases: Model Overview:
The four-door 2008 Honda Ridgeline pickup offers a unique configuration, with room for five and a five-foot cargo bed with half-ton hauling capability. The bed comes with tie-downs and bed lamps, and there's also an 8.5-cubic-foot in-bed trunk that provides enough space for a large cooler or three golf bags. The Ridgeline comes in four different models. The base RT includes most common comfort and convenience features such as air conditioning, cruise control, power windows and locks, and keyless entry, plus a power-sliding rear window and six-speaker, 100-watt CD sound system. The RTX model adds a trailer hitch and wiring, alloy wheels, a unique grille, and body-color door handles. Next up is the RTS, which adds dual-zone climate control, alloy wheels, a power driver's seat, and a seven-speaker, 160-watt sound system with subwoofer and six-disc in-dash changer, and steering wheel mounted audio controls. At the top of the range is the luxurious RTL, which upgrades to leather upholstery and includes heated front seats, a moonroof, a garage-door opener, and XM satellite radio. A navigation system is available on this model.All four Ridgeline models come with a powerful 247-horsepower, 3.5L all-aluminum V6 engine with VTEC variable valve timing and lift for a broad torque curve. The shifting is done by a five-speed automatic, and all models come with transmission and oil coolers, plus dual radiator fans.A road-oriented all-wheel-drive system, called VTM-4, is standard; it reverts to front-wheel drive in dry pavement conditions for improved fuel economy but sends power to the rear wheels when traction is needed with the help of the stability control system. There's also an in-dash button for the rear differential lock, which may help improve traction in some conditions. Unlike most pickups, the Ridgeline has unit-body construction, which allows better rigidity than body-on-frame designs and, with a four-wheel independent suspension, improves ride and handling along with safety. The Ridgeline comes with standard two-row side-curtain air bags with a rollover sensor, anti-lock brakes, and electronic stability control, and it has earned five-star federal safety ratings in frontal and side crash testing.
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