Honda Ridgeline vs Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Honda Ridgeline. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Ridgeline | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 300 | 2,182 |
| Most reported problem | Fuel system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 16 and 4 | 113 and 17 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 19,000 miles | 18,000 miles |
| Recalls | 11 | 29 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 26 | 20 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $4,150 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 300 complaints for the Honda Ridgeline and 2,182 for the Ram 1500. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Honda Ridgeline, 5 stars for the Ram 1500.
Safety recalls on file: 11 for the Honda Ridgeline, 29 for the Ram 1500.