The Honda Ridgeline has undergone a spherical of updates for the 2024 mannequin yr and among the many modifications is the addition of a TrailSport grade. It is the second spherical of updates for the present era of Honda’s midsize pickup truck, which arrived for 2017 and was given its first replace for 2021.

Revealed on Monday, the 2024 Ridgeline begins gross sales this winter and also will deliver revised styling and expertise updates within the cabin.

Although the Ridgeline incorporates a car-like unibody design as a substitute of a body-on-frame design favored by off-roaders and utilized in most pickups on sale within the U.S., its TrailSport grade ought to ship some off-road usability because of some key upgrades. These embody suspension tuned to ship extra articulation, 18-inch wheels with 245-size Common Grabber All-Terrain Sport tires, and metal underbody safety masking the oil pan. A few of these updates additionally seem on the associated Passport TrailSport for 2024.

The Ridgeline’s commonplace all-wheel-drive system can even management the extent of torque between the entrance and rear axles, and between the rear wheels. The pickup additionally comes with a drive mode selector with modes for sand, snow, mud, and paved roads.

Styling tweaks made to the 2024 Ridgeline are delicate however one which stands out is the pickup’s title stamped on the tailgate. As soon as once more the tailgate is able to folding flat or opening to the aspect like a standard door.

Distinctive styling touches on the TrailSport embody a extra rugged grille design, black and grey accents, and model-specific five-spoke wheels. The TrailSport can be accessible with a novel exterior paint end referred to as Subtle Sky Blue, as proven right here. Distinctive touches prolong into the cabin of the TrailSport the place consumers will discover orange distinction stitching and TrailSport logos.

All 2024 Ridgelines will include a 7.0-inch digital gauge cluster and an enlarged 9.0-inch infotainment system as commonplace. Wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are additionally commonplace and joined by a brand new middle console design which includes a wi-fi cellphone charger. A number of electrical driver-assist options are additionally commonplace throughout the vary. These embody ahead collision warning, energetic lane management, and adaptive cruise management. A rear seat reminder can be commonplace.

Honda hasn’t revealed particulars for the 2024 Ridgeline’s powertrain, although the automaker mentioned the car can carry a payload of 1,583 kilos and tow as much as 5,000 kilos, that are the identical figures for the present 2023 mannequin. The 2023 Ridgeline is powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 that delivers 280 hp and is mated to a 9-speed automated.

Manufacturing of the Ridgeline is dealt with at Honda’s plant in Lincoln, Alabama.

Pricing info will likely be introduced nearer to the market launch.