2028 Honda RidgelineHondaLikely more truck-y stylingPotential hybrid powertrainHonda value and reliabilityStill not truck-y enough?Probably only one cab/bed configurationTowing, payload could trail rivalsHonda's unconventional midsize pickup truck is getting a full redesign. The current Ridgeline is ceasing production after 2026, making space for Honda to develop the next-generation model.It could arrive for model year 2028, showcasing design, hardware, and feature advancements while maintaining the core formula that's always made the Ridgeline an outlier.AdvertisementAdvertisementHonda Ridgeline rivals include the Toyota Tacoma, Chevrolet Colorado, and Ford Ranger. Here's what we think you can expect when it's fully revealed.What's NewAlthough Honda has revealed little about the upcoming Ridgeline, here are some highlight features and details we think you can expect:BasicsBuilt on new unibody platformNew V-6 engineAvailable hybrid powertrainTrailSport off-road model could arrive eventuallyExteriorMore rugged, trucklike designLED headlights and taillightsRoughly five-foot-long bedFlexible, versatile tailgateInteriorFour-door, five-seat crew cabLarger screens with upgraded user interfaceImproved driver-assist and safety featuresAdvertisementAdvertisementThis page will be updated with more insights and photos as information becomes available.What We ThinkBreaking from truck tradition is part of what gives the Honda Ridgeline appeal. Built on unibody architecture shared with crossover SUVs, it has better road manners than a typical frame-based truck. That makes it a nice daily companion, but limits its capabilities compared to a so-called "real" truck, as it is unable to cope with as much weight and is relatively challenged on rough terrain.The upcoming next-generation Ridgeline could change that. As the current model ages out, Honda is focused on silencing the Ridgeline's rejectors by giving the new truck tougher styling, a more capable platform, and better work-ready potential.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe future Ridgeline will remain a unibody vehicle, but is slated to receive comprehensive improvements to make it more trucklike than ever before.Watch this space to stay informed on details of the new Honda Ridgeline as they emerge leading up to its reveal, likely for 2028.Top-Ranked Competitors:Toyota TacomaFord RangerChevrolet ColoradoJeep GladiatorWill the 2028 Honda Ridgeline Be a Hybrid?Signs point to yes. Honda is developing a hybrid powertrain for its larger vehicles such as the Ridgeline and Pilot. It's likely to be based around a new V-6 engine, with two electric motors supplementing the front axle and a third motor at the rear axle for all-wheel drive.AdvertisementAdvertisementWhat's still unclear is if the Ridgeline Hybrid will be an upgrade; a non-electrified V-6 could still be equipped in the standard truck.New Ridgeline Cab and BedAs ever, the 2028 Ridgeline is expected to be offered only in crew cab, shortbed configuration. That should enable the Ridgeline's focus on lifestyle versatility, but drivers seeking longbed utility will have to look elsewhere.Towing and PayloadIt's too soon to know how much the new Ridgeline will be able to tow and haul, but we expect it to exceed the 5,000 pound towing and 1,583 payload maximums of the 2026 truck.Will There Be a New Honda Ridgeline TrailSport?As the new Ridgeline leans into a more rugged image, expect there to be a TrailSport model as part of the lineup. The future Ridgeline TrailSport might not arrive for a year or two after the standard truck, but when it does it could have hardware like knobby tires, taller suspension, underbody protection, and upgraded AWD. High-clearance bumper and TrailSport signature orange details are also likely parts of the package.American-Made Honda TruckLike the outgoing Ridgeline, the new Ridgeline will be built in Honda's Lincoln, Alabama, manufacturing facility. That's also where the Pilot, Passport, and Odyssey are produced.When and How Much?Expect the new Honda Ridgeline to arrive for model year 2028, or 2029 at the latest. The current 2026 truck starts at slightly more than $42,000, and the upcoming model will probably be more expensive, but hopefully not by much.