Toyota Tacoma vs Honda Ridgeline
For someone who works hard and plays hard, a compact pickup truck like the 2022 Toyota Tacoma or the 2022 Honda Ridgeline could be ideal. With these two models specifically, you'll get impressive towing and hauling capabilities along with plenty of high-tech features. However, one may be a better option for your lifestyle near Avon, Indianapolis, or Plainfield, IN.
To help you decide, the team at Andy Mohr Toyota has created this Toyota Tacoma vs. Honda Ridgeline comparison. Continue reading to learn about these trucks, and feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
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What’s the first thing that comes to mind when discussing trucks? It’s usually towing. So, if you need to bring large equipment to a jobsite or want to hitch a camper for your next getaway, you’ll want to make sure your vehicle can handle it.
The 2022 Toyota Tacoma and the 2022 Honda Ridgeline offer impressive towing capacities. It’s the Tacoma, however, that allows you to carry a bit more. That’s because, when properly equipped, the truck can tow up to 6,800 pounds, while the Ridgeline falls short with its maximum 5,000-pound towing capacity.
What if you need to carry slightly smaller items to your destination, like plywood or bags of mulch? Again, you may want to choose the Toyota in this scenario. It boasts a maximum payload capacity of at least 1,685 pounds. With the Ridgeline, that capacity is closer to 1,583 pounds.
The towing and payload capabilities are made possible from various factors, including each truck’s strong engine.
Take, for example, the Toyota Tacoma. This vehicle offers two engines with impressive power ratings:
- Standard 2.7L 4-cylinder: 159 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque
- Available 3.5L V6: 278 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque
Even with all that muscle under the hood, though, the Tacoma is still a highly efficient truck. With the standard engine and rear-wheel drive, you’re looking at an EPA-estimated 20 city/23 highway MPG.1 Spend the day at the lake and the night on the town before visiting a gas station to refuel!
The Ridgeline, in comparison, has its own impressive 3.5L V6 engine. However, that’s the only engine you’ll find within its entire trim level lineup. Unfortunately, the vehicle is also not as efficient, only generating an EPA-estimated 18 city/24 highway MPG.
Whether driving to work or to meet up with friends, you’ll want to make sure you’re always protected. Luckily, both the 2022 Tacoma and the 2022 Ridgeline offer driver-assisting technologies to help prevent accidents.
These features are found in their Toyota Safety Sense™ P and Honda Sensing® suites, respectively. With shared features like Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, both models provide great peace of mind. You can also stay connected and entertained thanks to the infotainment systems found in both trucks. Within each system, you can have access to the following features:
- Apple CarPlay®
- Android Auto™
- SiriusXM®
- Navigation
If you have passengers in the Tacoma, they can stay preoccupied with the Wi-Fi Connect. This standard feature allows five devices to connect to the internet. Check emails, keep up with the latest news, and more—all on the go. Wi-Fi isn’t available with the Ridgeline.
The 2022 Honda Ridgeline is a remarkable compact pickup truck. When it comes to towing, efficiency, and technology, though, the Tacoma is the superior truck.
If you’re ready to experience this truck for yourself, you can schedule a test drive at Andy Mohr Toyota. Take the 2022 Toyota Tacoma for a spin near Avon, Indianapolis, or Plainfield, IN today!
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Shop Toyota Tacoma Value Your Trade Apply for Financing Schedule a Test Drive[1] 2022 projected EPA-estimated MPG rating estimates as determined by manufacturer. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle's condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.