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Honda unveils 2026 Ridgeline pricing and fresh color option
Honda has released pricing for the 2026 Ridgeline, keeping changes modest while adding a few visual updates aimed at buyers seeking a slightly more adventurous look. The midsize pickup retains its familiar recipe — a naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V6, crew cab layout and standard all-wheel drive — but the new Ash Green Metallic paint and expanded Black Edition choices give shoppers more ways to personalize the truck.
How much does the new paint cost?
The standout styling update is Ash Green Metallic, offered from the TrailSport trim upward as a $455 option. That small premium gives the Ridgeline a more rugged, outdoorsy tone in a crowded midsize truck market. Platinum White Pearl, Radiant Red Metallic and Sonic Gray Pearl are listed at the same supplemental cost, while Crystal Black Pearl, Modern Steel Metallic and Solar Silver Metallic remain no-cost choices.
Honda also broadened the Black Edition’s appeal with a new Black Edition Two-Tone variant. This package adds an optional contrasting black-painted roof and can be combined with Sonic Gray Pearl or Platinum White Pearl to create a more distinctive look.
Pricing breakdown (includes $1,395 destination)
- Sport – $42,090 (+$445 vs. 2025)
- RTL – $44,890 (+$415 vs. 2025)
- TrailSport – $47,290 (+$415 vs. 2025)
- TrailSport + HPD Wheels – $48,490
- Black Edition – $48,690 (+$445 vs. 2025)
- Black Edition Two-Tone – $49,645
TrailSport remains the trim that unlocks the more rugged visual options — including the Ash Green Metallic and available HPD (Honda Performance Development) wheels — while Black Edition continues as the top appearance-focused model, now with the Two-Tone choice for extra distinction.
Powertrain and capability
Under the skin the Ridgeline is unchanged. It continues to use Honda’s smooth, naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V6 that produces 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive across the range. The drivetrain favors day-to-day refinement over outright towing or off-road specs, which aligns with the Ridgeline’s focus on comfortable, versatile truck duties.
That practicality extends to cargo solutions: a lockable in-bed trunk adds about 7.3 cubic feet of secure storage, and the truck bed measures approximately 5.3 feet — similar to many competitors in the midsize segment such as the Ford Ranger, Jeep Gladiator and Chevrolet Colorado.
Market position and verdict
The 2026 Ridgeline remains a sensible choice for buyers prioritizing comfort, smart storage and a refined V6 driving experience. However, its aging platform shows in areas other rivals are addressing: there’s no hybrid or turbocharged engine option at a time when several competitors are diversifying powertrains for efficiency and performance.
Built at Honda’s manufacturing plant in Lincoln, Alabama, the 2026 Ridgeline is already arriving in dealerships. For shoppers comparing midsize trucks, the Ridgeline’s modest price increases and new styling choices — notably Ash Green Metallic and the Two-Tone Black Edition — give it renewed visual appeal without changing the tried-and-true mechanical package.
Highlights:
- New Ash Green Metallic color ($455) for TrailSport and up
- Standard AWD, 3.5L V6 (280 hp / 262 lb-ft), nine-speed automatic
- In-bed trunk: ~7.3 cu ft; bed length: ~5.3 ft
- Built in Lincoln, Alabama; showroom availability now
Source: autoevolution
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