2019 Honda Ridgeline Review

Name: 2019 Honda Ridgeline Review
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Pros

Superior ride and handling thanks to independent rear suspension
Unique two-way tailgate and large lockable in-bed trunk
Sophisticated all-wheel-drive system provides multisurface traction
Spacious crew cab is comfortable and handsomely finished

Cons

Frustrating touchscreen audio and navigation interface
Lacks the low-range gearing and underbody clearance of typical trucks
5,000-pound maximum tow rating drops to 3,500 pounds on front-wheel-drive version
Sensitive driver aids are distracting

What's new

Unchanged for the 2019 model year
Part of the second Ridgeline generation introduced for 2017

The 2019 Honda Ridgeline is a distinctive choice for a midsize pickup truck. Rather than going with the crowd and opting for a traditional body-on-frame design, Honda uses a more carlike unibody construction and a fully independent suspension for the Ridgeline. These design choices give this truck class-leading ride comfort and excellent handling.

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2019 Honda Ridgeline
Black Edition Crew Cab
$24,998
great price
$3,020 below market
- 57,455 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use only
- 5'4” bed, 3.5l, 6cyl
- Audi Rockville (30 mi away)
- Five Star Dealer
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
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Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (18 City/25 Highway)
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VIN: 5FPYK3F89KB003292
Stock: TKB003292
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-29-2025
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2019 Honda Ridgeline
RTL Crew Cab
$20,826
great price
$1,724 below market
- 85,964 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
- 5'4” bed, 3.5l, 6cyl
- Audi Hunt Valley (8 mi away)
- Home delivery*
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Cockeysville, MD
MoonroofLeather SeatsKeyless StartBlack; Leather Seat TrimWhite Diamond PearlThis vehicle includes a Money-Back Guarantee* and passed our preci...
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Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (19 City/26 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5FPYK2F5XKB001728
Stock: KB001728A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-15-2025

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You don't miss out in terms of utility either. The Ridgeline can still tow up to 5,000 pounds (3,500 pounds with front-wheel-drive models), which should be enough for a light trailer and some gear. It can also fit 4-by-8 sheets of plywood in the bed thanks to a flat load floor — a feature that no other midsize truck currently offers. It also has useful features such as an in-bed cargo storage system that doubles as a cooler and a stereo system made for tailgate parties that uses the bedliner as audio drivers. Inside, the Ridgeline is spacious and quiet with plenty of room for passengers or cargo in the back seat.

There are a few downsides. It's not quite as capable off-road as some other trucks, and its touchscreen interface can be frustrating to use. Also, if you love the rugged stance of pickups, the Ridgeline's softer styling might be a turnoff. Overall, though, this is a well-rounded package built for the majority of users rather than a specialized tool for just one task. It's one of our favorite trucks on the road today.

Notably, we picked the 2019 Honda Ridgeline as one of Edmunds' Best Pickup Trucks and Best Gas Mileage Trucks for this year.

What's it like to live with?

Edmunds owned a Honda Ridgeline for one year and over 21,000 miles. To learn more about our experiences, visit the long-term page for our 2017 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E. We cover everything from seat comfort to real-world fuel economy. We test the practicality of its unique two-way tailgate and lockable in-bed trunk and even take it off-road. This midsize truck really differentiates itself from the rest of the class and we can tell you all about it. There are no significant differences between the 2019 Honda Ridgeline and our long-term truck. It's the same generation, so our observations still apply.

Edmunds' Expert Rating

8.4 / 10

Of the midsize pickup trucks currently on the road, the 2019 Honda Ridgeline may seem like the least trucklike of them all. Yet, it's for that very reason that it's one of our favorites. It can accomplish much more than you might expect.

Trim tested

Each vehicle typically comes in multiple versions, although trim levels share many aspects. All Ridgelines use the same engine, transmission, suspension and tires, so the differences boil down to interior features and trim. The ratings in this review are based on our full test of the Honda Ridgeline RTL-T Crew Cab (3.5L V6 | 6-speed automatic | AWD).

Scorecard

Overall	8.4 / 10
Driving	8.5
Comfort	9.0
Interior	9.0
Utility	8.5
Technology	8.0

Driving

8.5

Among pickups, the Honda Ridgeline stands apart because of its unibody chassis, fully independent suspension, and torque-vectoring AWD system that improves stability on all surfaces. We like how the 3.5-liter V6 and six-speed automatic work together. The catch: Off-road potential is limited.

Acceleration

8.5

The capable V6 engine delivers a smooth around-town response that gives the Ridgeline an effortless feel. It also feels punchy when you floor it to make a pass or merge onto the highway. Its measured 0-60 mph time at our track was 7.4 seconds. Others are a couple of tenths quicker, but the Ridgeline V6 feels more consistently quick in a wide range of situations.

Braking

8.5

The brakes are easy to regulate and offer plenty of stopping power, and the brake pedal has a reassuring firmness to it in daily use. At our track, the Ridgeline needed just 126 feet to execute a 60-0 mph panic stop, which is easily the shortest stop among midsize pickups.

Steering

9.0

The accurate steering gives a clear sense of straight ahead, with effort levels that build up smoothly and give a reassuring sense of where the truck is headed as you guide it into corners. Steering response feels alert without being too sharp, which makes for easy car-like driving.

Handling

9.0

The four-wheel independent suspension and unibody construction give the Ridgeline a settled demeanor that is far more polished than any traditional body-on-frame pickup. It feels utterly stable and composed, there isn't much body lean, and it is rock-steady when tackling bumpy corners.

Drivability

9.0

The six-speed automatic transmission has well-spaced gear ratios, and shifts are simultaneously smooth and decisive in the normal default mode. And it works particularly well with the smooth and predictable gas pedal, which delivers a response that is neither too touchy nor too lazy.

Off-road

6.0

The Ridgeline is like a crossover SUV in this regard but with an advanced traction management system that can cope with snow, sand and dirt. It lacks the underbody clearance, wheel articulation, and low-range gearing that allows other 4WD pickups to venture into rockier territory. That said, the Ridgeline's independent rear suspension performs better than typical solid-axle trucks on washboard dirt roads.

Comfort

9.0

Ride comfort is second to none as far as pickups go. The Ridgeline's much more settled feel comes from its crossover SUV underpinnings, which help with noise suppression too. The seats and climate control layout are comfortable and family-friendly because of the Ridgeline's Pilot SUV roots.

Seat comfort

9.0

The front seats have a nice shape and supportive padding that provides long-distance comfort. The cushions are broad enough to accommodate larger folks, and effective bolsters prevent those with narrower frames from sliding around. The comfy rear seats are set at a pleasing angle.

Ride comfort

10.0

The Ridgeline is much smoother and more composed on a variety of surfaces than the competition because it's the only pickup in its segment with a four-wheel independent suspension. It shrugs off bumps easily, and there's very little head toss or jostling. Car-like, indeed.

Noise & vibration

8.5

There are admirably low levels of wind noise and engine noise. The triple-sealed doors prevent road noise from entering via that route, but some does resonate up through the floor because it's a unibody, not a separate body and frame. Despite this shortcoming, the Ridgeline is still generally quieter than competitors.

Climate control

8.5

All versions except the base-model RT come with tri-zone automatic climate control. Airflow is easy to direct through good-size front vents, and there are backseat vents too. The controls make sense and are easy to use.

Interior

9.0

The Ridgeline is friendly to driver and passengers alike. It's easy to climb in and out, the cab is roomier than any other midsize competitor's, and it's easy to see out.

Ease of use

9.0

A console shifter replaces the previous Ridgeline's column shifter, which allows for much simpler stalks for wipers and turn signals. You'll also find useful steering wheel buttons, clear gauges and an informative 4.2-inch data screen. Most other controls are easy to find and use.

Getting in/getting out

9.0

Its step-up height is much lower than the Tacoma's, which makes the Ridgeline manageable for shorter folks or those with a limited range of motion. The large front doors open wide, but rear-seat foot entry clearance is a little tight.

Driving position

8.5

It's easy to find the sweet spot because all Ridgelines come with a tilt-and-telescoping wheel, and there's ample range of adjustment. The height-adjustable driver's seat is a boon here, too.

Roominess

10.0

The Ridgeline offers the driver and passengers more space than any other midsize crew-cab truck. The differences are most noticeable in terms of the cabin's interior width at the hips and shoulders and rear-seat head- and legroom.

Visibility

8.0

Large windows provide a good view out the front and sides, and the blind spot isn't overly large. The mirrors are decent-sized.

Quality

9.0

The Ridgeline is nicely trimmed inside and out. The material choices and overall design have a family-friendly sophistication that trucks, especially in the midsize arena, usually don't bother to attempt. Small panel gaps and nice-looking paint make this truck a cut above the rest.

Utility

8.5

The Ridgeline is a solid cargo hauler inside and out. The cargo bed is longer than competitors' and has a strong payload rating. It also can hold 4-foot-wide sheets and has a lockable in-bed trunk and two-way tailgate. The Ridgeline isn't a towing leader, but 5,000 pounds isn't shabby in a truck class where heavy towing isn't a crucial purchase reason.

Small-item storage

9.0

Multilevel front door pockets are large and offer plenty of options. The rear ones are simpler but still useful. The center console is deep and has a nice roll-top cover and sliding phone tray inside. The glove compartment is a good size, and there are plenty of cupholders.

Cargo space

10.0

No midsize comes close. The rear seat bottoms flip up to reveal a broad, flat load floor, but the underseat area can still accommodate a medium golf bag beneath a seated occupant. The crowning jewel is the Ridgeline's lockable in-bed trunk, which can hold multiple suitcases, a large ice chest, or any muddy or wet gear you want to lock up but keep out of the passenger cabin.

Child safety seat accommodation

8.5

LATCH anchors and top tether fittings are provided in all three rear-seat positions. Access is fairly straightforward. There's enough rear passenger legroom to accommodate bulky rear-facing seats without compromising the seating position of those in front.

Towing

6.0

If you plan to tow, the all-wheel-drive Ridgeline is clearly the one to get because of its 5,000-pound rating. Front-wheel-drive Ridgelines tow just 3,500 pounds, which is weird because the competition has no such RWD tow-rating penalty. You'll have to add an aftermarket electric brake controller if your trailer needs one, but the Ridgeline is pre-wired for that.

Hauling

9.5

Surprisingly, the Ridgeline's payload rating sits near the top of the crew-cab class. And its dent-resistant textured bed is longer than competing crew-cab short beds, and the sides are low enough to allow easy access. This midsize is the only one that can carry 4-by-8-foot sheets flat on the floor between the wheelwells. Its unique in-bed trunk and two-way tailgate are unmatched.

Technology

8.0

The Ridgeline plays well with smartphones and has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto available on higher trims. However, we're not fans of the 8-inch touchscreen audio system because of its wonky volume controls. A full selection of active driving safety features are available but only on the expensive top-grade models.

Audio & navigation

7.0

The 8-inch touchscreen is attractive, but the interface is terrible. The wonky touch-sensitive volume slider and small touch zones for basic functions are hard to use, especially when moving. The base 5-inch audio system without nav has knobs and is refreshingly simple. Nifty truck bed speakers are available on the RTL-E and up.

Smartphone integration

8.5

Bluetooth audio and phone connectivity, a USB jack that supports iPod, and an auxiliary jack are standard across the board. RTL-T trims and above support Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, add a second USB input up front, and come with two charge-only USB sockets for the back seat.

Driver aids

7.0

The Ridgeline offers driver aids such as automated emergency braking, lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control and more. But these are only available on the high-end RTL-E and Black Edition. Some competitors are starting to offer this gear at much lower price points as standard equipment. Also, Honda's forward collision warning system can be very sensitive, and our test car had multiple, inexplicable false alarms that were disconcerting.

Voice control

8.0

The voice interface can control phone, navigation and audio. Commands need to follow certain guidelines, but some plain language commands do work. Press and hold the voice button to bypass these and get to Siri's much more sophisticated voice commands via your paired iPhone.

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2019 Honda Ridgeline models

The 2019 Honda Ridgeline is a four-door, crew-cab-only midsize pickup that is offered in six trim levels: RT, Sport, RTL, RTL-T, RTL-E and the Black Edition. The RT is available with front-wheel drive only, while the Sport and the RTL are available with front- or all-wheel drive. The RTL-E and the Black Edition are AWD only. All come with a 3.5-liter V6 engine (280 horsepower, 262 pound-feet of torque) and a six-speed automatic transmission.

The base trim level RT has a decent amount of standard equipment, including 18-inch alloy wheels, a tow hitch, cruise control, air conditioning, push-button start, and a power lock system that includes the dual-action tailgate. There's a 4.2-inch information screen between the gauges, Bluetooth connectivity, and a seven-speaker sound system that includes a USB port and a 5-inch screen interface that also displays the rearview camera.

Step up to the Sport and you'll get foglights, gray-painted alloy wheels, body-color door and tailgate handles, keyless entry, remote engine start and tri-zone automatic climate control.

Next up is the RTL, which has leather seating. The front seats are heated, with an armrest and eight-way power adjustments for the driver and four-way power adjustments for the passenger. All-wheel-drive versions have heated outside mirrors and a noise-reducing windshield.

Our pick is the RTL-T, which adds LED daytime running lights and Honda's LaneWatch passenger-side blind-spot camera system. It also upgrades to the 8-inch touchscreen audio system that brings along a more powerful seven-speaker audio system, navigation, HD radio, satellite radio, three more USB ports, and Apple CarPlay and Android Audio smartphone integration.

Move up to the RTL-E if you want advanced safety gear such as adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automated emergency braking, lane departure warning and intervention, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. Functional differences include a sunroof, LED headlights, driver-seat memory settings, a heated steering wheel, a front passenger armrest, a power-sliding rear window, parking sensors, and a two-prong power outlet and LED cargo lights in the bed. It also has an upgraded sound system with a unique truck-bed speaker system.

Finally, there's the Black Edition, which is essentially an RTL-E with black paint, black-painted wheels, black trim, a black headliner and red-accented black leather seats.

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

4/5Above Average

#5 out of 8 among Midsize Trucks

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$429/yr

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0.87x/yr

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Severity

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15.7%

vs. 13.6%
for Average Midsize Truck

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Honda Ridgeline Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.5

119 reviews

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4(19%)

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J. Matthews, 09/26/2018

2019 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

I have no concerns or problems with my 2019 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E. I had an old 1996 Chevy C/K1500 and just got tired of constant maintenance costs of a 23 year old truck. It was tall for my aged mom and mobility challenged sister to get into. I had an Avalon (Toyota) Hybrid (which I loved for the mileage) but I banged my head on the roof sill on every other entry. I could not load … my mom and sister and their walkers in the Avalon very easily without compromising someone's comfort. So a new pickup was needed. I did not want one of the full size pickups (on steroids) of today (which dwarf my 1996 full sized Silverado extended cab). Also, the new huge pickups do not leave much if any space in a garage if you can get them in at all. I wanted combined 20 mpg. and my wife insisted upon blind spot monitors when she hauls kayaks, which meant buying the RTL-E Ridgeline to get that level of safety (Honda Sensing). My new Honda Ridgeline checked off EVERY ONE of my needs and wants and exceeded what I expected. Returning from San Antonio through the Texas hill country on a recent hot day, I logged 28.2 highway mpg. My city mpg after two weeks is climbing as the truck is breaking in and has gone from 14 city mpg to about 16 city mpg. I got a VERY GOOD deal as I purchased my 2019 Ridgeline for 13.5 % BELOW MSRP and the dealership included a CD ($577) player at no charge. People trot over to me on parking lots wanting to know all about this vehicle. As word gets around, I think people will realize that the Ridgeline will meet the hauling, towing and creature comfort needs of 98% of pickup uses for most people. Only those wanting to go rock crawling, heavy hauling or heavy towing will need anything bigger than the Ridgeline which is actually slightly bigger than that old 1996 Chevy I am getting rid of. Yet my mom and sister can easily access the Ridgeline. Value is GREAT because I got a $50K + pickup for less than $40K out the door price (TTL included). It is a new way of looking at pickups and is the first of its kind. Unibody construction makes it ride and steer so smoothly. It does not bounce around on the highway or sway in turns due to independent rear suspension. I could go on for much longer, but you really just need to drive one for yourself. I am now approaching 50K miles and am just as satisfied with my Ridgeline as in the original review above. No issues. There have been a three recalls (fuel pump location fix; timing belt installation fix; hood flutter fix); all done well. No issues. In my opinion, the 2019 model has been the sweet spot for this truck so far. Subsequent changes to front styling make the truck more appealing to some who want a more aggressive look. However, the other "improvements" to the transmission and shifters are underwhelming. I prefer the setup on the 2019 much better with the 4WD button on the stick shift. Newer transmissions are full time AWD only. But, ALL Ridgelines are great trucks! Honda fixed the inadequately opening rear doors on new trucks which I had to do myself by installing front door retarders on the rear doors (1 hour/ easy). I hope to drive my ridgeline for many more years, but if I were in the market for another truck, I would buy another Honda (the Swiss army knife of trucks).

Wonderful Truck!

RDG1954, 05/23/2018

2019 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

This is my 4th Honda product, and first Honda truck. I drove full-sized pickups for 35 years for work, but since I’ve retired, I don’t need that much truck. The Ridgeline fit the bill. I got the 2019 Black Edition a little over a week ago, and it’s very familiar when compared to my wife’s previous Honda (CRV). First impressions: At this price point, there should be auto fold mirrors. …

No one believes I bought a truck!!

Fran Sullivan, 11/16/2018

2019 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Ok I traded in one of my dream cars. Dodge Challenger RT. Loved it! Needed something more practical for all the reasons. My first truck I have ever owned . I could not be happier with my “truck “. Seating is excellent. Driving is very smooth. The back seat is fairly comfortable and goes up to store my golf clubs. I got the E for the technology and I admit the bed speaker. The …

Never thought I would purchase a truck

McHenry Guy, 06/12/2018

2019 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

I looked at my next vehicle for about 4 months. Originally started with the CRV, but we already own two. We have three children, who are now driving, and I wanted something else. My wife drives a 2016 Pilot and I liked this vehicle, but again wanted something else. I looked at cars, but they don't hold enough to help children go back and forth to college. I priced out a Jeep Sahara … and a Chevy Colorado. I test drove all of these vehicles. My main purpose was to find utility without sacrificing a quality drive. The Chevy Colorado quickly got expensive (more than the Black Edition) and didn't drive as nice. The Jeep drove like a Jeep. I don't do off roading here in the midwest and therefore didn't need something that wasn't comfortable for having the possibility of using the vehicle in a manner I didn't intend. I also wanted good gas milage as I drive a lot for work. I only have had the Ridgeline for 5 days, but it is everything I thought it would be. I did my research on-line through reviews, my own test drives and pricing. I don't mind the entertainment system as we have a 2016 Pilot Elite and I understand how to use the system. It's not hard once you get to know it, just like any phone, there is a period of time to get to know where everything is at. It's actually much faster than our 2016 Pilot. I also love the Apple Play. Siri does a great job with texts and responses. She can hear what I am saying and repeats it back to me before sending absolutely a great feature. Now when my children are texting me to find out where I'm at, I can respond without taking my eyes off the road or picking up my phone. I look forward to Apple opening up all my app's in the fall for Apple Play. Finding music and making calls has never been easier using Siri. The ride has been wonderful. I haven't had a vehicle this smooth in years, the extra wheel base distance makes the ride incredible. Even better than our Pilot. The red trim and lighting in the Black Edition is something special. About the only thing I would knock is the stopping distance. The truck feels heavy when stopping and you do have to allow for extra spacing between you and the vehicle in front. I think the brakes could have been upgraded a little more, but this is just an adjustment to a different vehicle. I drove a CRV before and it stopped very quickly. Overall this is one heck of a truck from a person who was never interested in owning one, now I drive one daily and have loved every minute of it. I generally lease them and then buy them out, due to my work, I can write the lease off entirely from my taxes and then purchase it later. I will be keeping this one for a long time.

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2019 Ridgeline Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$29,990
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$177/month
Seating	5 seats
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	3,500 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Ridgeline models:

Collision Mitigation Braking (optional): Warns the driver of possible forward collisions and engages the brakes to reduce the severity of front impacts.
Adaptive Cruise Control (optional): Manages following distance as well as speed, and it can be switched to speed-only mode if desired.
Multi-Angle Rearview Camera (standard): Gives the driver a clear view behind the truck, which can be especially useful when the bed or cabin is full or when connecting a trailer.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.4%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Acceptable
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Good
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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