Chevrolet Colorado vs. Honda Ridgeline
When we compare the Chevrolet Colorado to the Honda Ridgeline, the Chevrolet Colorado has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Honda Ridgeline has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Colorado versus the Honda Ridgeline, the Chevrolet Colorado is a better car than the Honda Ridgeline.
Chevrolet Colorado versus Honda Ridgeline Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Colorado ranges from $20,750 to $41,226 while a used Honda Ridgeline from the same model year range is priced between $28,571 to $39,997. For a new model, the Chevrolet Colorado's price is between $28,157 and $47,297, with the Honda Ridgeline priced between $42,413 and $49,070.
Chevrolet Colorado versus Honda Ridgeline Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Colorado is 8.0 out of 10 while the Honda Ridgeline's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Colorado being ranked 5 out of 11 Best Midsize Trucks and the Honda Ridgeline being ranked 1 out of 11. Out of 6 Best Midsize Trucks for the Money, the Chevrolet Colorado is ranked 6 and the Honda Ridgeline is ranked 1.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Colorado’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Honda Ridgeline base engine makes 280 horsepower. The Colorado is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles. The Ridgeline is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Chevrolet Colorado has the advantage of higher ground clearance, while the Honda Ridgeline has the advantage of higher towing capacity and payload capacity.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Chevrolet Colorado is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration, and the Honda Ridgeline is available in a Crew Cab configuration. The Chevrolet Colorado offers bed lengths of 61.7 and 74 inches, and the Honda Ridgeline offers a bed length of 64 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Honda Ridgeline has higher safety ratings than the Chevrolet Colorado, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$28,157 - $47,297
Used Asking Price:
$20,750 - $41,226
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
27.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$42,413 - $49,070
Used Asking Price:
$28,571 - $39,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
23.6%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
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5 out of / 11Ranking
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1 out of / 11Ranking
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1 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 10Summary Review
GM stopped making the Chevrolet Colorado in 2012, but it returned for the 2015 model year as a much-improved vehicle.
Summary Review
The Honda Ridgeline differs from all of its peers in this segment by being a unit-body vehicle, meaning it is not built upon a traditional truck ladder frame. That is either the best feature or worst feature of this truck, depending upon which view you hold and what you intend to do with it. The Ridgeline is only offered in a crew cab configuration.
Pros and Cons
- Well-rounded modern design
- Diesel option
- Effective infotainment technology
- Big discounts off sticker price are common
- Big discounts off sticker price make used vehicle values cloudy
- Reliability issues in past models
Pros and Cons
- Best-in-class on-road ride quality and performance due to advanced chassis design
- Best-in-class safety
- 2nd Highest reliability score in the class
- Great in-vehicle storage features
- Not an “off-road” truck in comparison to its peers’ off-road trims
- Least workmanlike design
- No extended cab configuration
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
61.7 inches, 74 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
64 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Work Truck, LT, Z71, ZR2
Trim Levels
Sport, RTL, RTL-E, Black Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
191 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1400 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload :
1583 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
399 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
351 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Cargo Space:
7.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3968 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
212.7 inches
Wheelbase:
128.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4436 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
210.2 inches
Wheelbase:
125.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P255/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18