2025 Honda Ridgeline BLACK EDITION

The 2025 Honda Ridgeline has an overall suitability score of 79 out of 100 for use as a first car, with a high confidence level in this score due to 90% of the scoring weight being backed by data. The vehicle excels in safety, achieving a score of 95 out of 100, based on an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars from the NHTSA, which is the most heavily weighted factor at 44%. Reliability is also relatively strong, with a score of 77 out of 100, though there are 90 complaints on record with the NHTSA, contributing to 33% of the overall score.

However, the Ridgeline has a lower recall risk score of 52 out of 100, influenced by two recalls on record, one of which is safety-critical, and this factor accounts for 22% of the overall score. Unfortunately, there is no available data on fuel economy from the EPA, so this aspect could not be factored into the score. Overall, the Ridgeline presents a balanced profile with strong safety features and moderate reliability, though potential buyers should be aware of the recall history.