2026 Honda Ridgeline

Discover the 2026 Honda Ridgeline Near Forest City, NC

The 2026 Honda Ridgeline is the pickup truck that refuses to be ordinary — a unibody design that delivers a car-like ride quality and handling on North Carolina's mountain and foothills roads that body-on-frame trucks simply can't match, alongside genuine truck utility with a unique in-bed trunk, dual-action tailgate, and available AWD with intelligent traction management. For Rutherford County buyers who want a truck to haul, tow, and work without sacrificing the composure and comfort of a well-engineered vehicle, the Ridgeline makes a compelling case that deserves a genuine test drive. Forest City Honda is the Rutherford County community's Honda dealership — a locally staffed team serving Forest City, Rutherfordton, Shelby, Marion, Boiling Springs, and Ellenboro since 2005 with the same commitment to honest, personal service summarized in our motto: 'Big Enough To Serve You! Small Enough To Care!'

The 2026 Ridgeline is powered by Honda's proven 3.5-liter VTEC V6 producing 280 HP and 262 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. Maximum tow rating of 5,000 lbs when properly equipped covers most recreational trailer combinations common in the western North Carolina outdoor recreation market. The Ridgeline's unique in-bed trunk — a lockable, weatherproof storage area under the bed floor — provides 7.3 cubic feet of additional secured storage that open-bed competitors can't match. The dual-action tailgate opens conventionally downward or swings sideways for improved access in tight spaces. TrailSport trim adds Honda's off-road tuning, skid plates, and a more aggressive appearance for buyers who want the Ridgeline's comfort on improved roads and some capability off them.

2026 Honda Ridgeline Trim Levels

The 2026 Ridgeline lineup spans Sport, RTL, RTL-E, Black Edition, and TrailSport trims starting at $40,795 MSRP. The Sport provides an accessible entry point with front-wheel drive standard and AWD available. The RTL adds leather seating, a larger infotainment display, and premium content. The RTL-E is the technology-focused variant with a 9-inch display, wireless connectivity, and additional comfort features. The Black Edition applies blacked-out styling treatment to the RTL-E specification. The TrailSport is the off-road-oriented variant with skid plates, all-terrain tires, Honda's i-VTM4 AWD, and unique interior and exterior styling — the right choice for western North Carolina buyers who explore the area's trails and forest roads.

2026 Ridgeline Performance and Utility

The Ridgeline's unibody construction contributes directly to its ride quality advantage — the integrated body and frame absorb road inputs more effectively than a separate body-on-frame setup, resulting in a composed, car-like ride on the Blue Ridge Foothills' varied road surfaces. Standard Honda Sensing safety suite and available Honda Sensing 360 provide comprehensive driver assistance across the lineup. The available in-bed speakers for audio entertainment are a Ridgeline-specific feature that adds practical outdoor utility for tailgating and campsite use — a thoughtful touch that reflects the Ridgeline's design philosophy of adding useful capability rather than just truck specification.

Why Choose Forest City Honda for Your 2026 Ridgeline

The Ridgeline attracts buyers who've done thoughtful comparisons — and our Forest City Honda team will have that same thoughtful conversation with you about whether the Ridgeline's unique attributes fit your specific truck use case. Browse our 2026 Ridgeline inventory, view current offers, or contact our team at (828) 286-2614.

Frequently Asked Questions: 2026 Honda Ridgeline

• What engine does the 2026 Honda Ridgeline have? The 2026 Ridgeline uses a 3.5-liter VTEC V6 producing 280 HP and 262 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. It's the only engine available in the Ridgeline lineup.
• What is the towing capacity of the 2026 Honda Ridgeline? A properly equipped 2026 Ridgeline can tow up to 5,000 lbs — sufficient for most recreational boat and utility trailer combinations common in western North Carolina.
• What is the in-bed trunk on the 2026 Ridgeline? The Ridgeline's in-bed trunk is a 7.3 cubic foot lockable, weatherproof storage compartment built into the floor of the truck bed — providing secured storage for valuables and gear that open-bed competitors don't offer.
• Is AWD standard on the 2026 Ridgeline? AWD is standard on RTL, RTL-E, Black Edition, and TrailSport trims. The base Sport trim offers FWD standard with AWD available. Honda's i-VTM4 AWD on upper trims provides active torque vectoring for enhanced cornering performance.
• What is the 2026 Ridgeline TrailSport? The TrailSport is the off-road-focused Ridgeline trim with skid plates, all-terrain tires, Honda's i-VTM4 AWD, and unique Trail Sport interior and exterior styling — suited for western North Carolina buyers who access trails and forest roads.
• How does the Ridgeline's ride compare to traditional body-on-frame trucks? The Ridgeline's unibody construction delivers a noticeably smoother, more car-like ride than body-on-frame trucks — a meaningful advantage on western North Carolina's varied road surfaces and mountain terrain.
• What safety features come standard on the 2026 Ridgeline? Standard Honda Sensing® driver assistance is included on every trim — featuring Collision Mitigation Braking System, Forward Collision Warning, Road Departure Mitigation, Lane Keeping Assist System, and Adaptive Cruise Control. Honda Sensing 360 adds front and side cross-traffic alert on upper trims.
• How do I see the 2026 Ridgeline at Forest City Honda? Visit 284 Daniel Road in Forest City, call (828) 286-2614, or contact our team online.

Discover the 2026 Honda Ridgeline at Forest City Honda — Rutherford County's Honda dealership since 2005. Visit us at 284 Daniel Road in Forest City, call (828) 286-2614, or reach out online to schedule your test drive today.