2009 Ridgeline Changes

2009 Honda Ridgeline

-revised grille, bumpers, headlight design, taillight design and wheel design.

-3.5-liter VTEC V-6 produces 250 horsepower @ 5700 rpm (+3 hp) and 247 lb-ft. @ 4000 rpm (+2 lb-ft.); broader torque band improves at lower rpms by as much as 10 lb-ft. @ 2500 rpm

-More aggressive camshaft profile and larger intake valves

-Dual-stage magnesium intake manifold

-Higher-flow rate high-mount cold air intake

-Heavy-duty starter motor (benefits faster starting)

-All forward transmission gear ratios are lower (additional engine torque for more responsive acceleration).

-Two additional bed tie downs (for a total of eight)

-Active front seat head restraints

-3D-look speedometer, tachometer and related meters

-Cruise control main switch moved from the instrument panel to the steering wheel

-HVAC controls and meters are more clear with larger icons

-Integrated Class III trailer hitch

-Power lumbar support (EX-L and up? Maybe Value Added Package).

-Mp3 playback capablility

-MP3/auxiliary input jack (Value Added Package? and up).

-18-inch alloy wheel (up from 17-inch) (EX-L and up)

-Carpeted floor mats

-115-volt power outlet (EX-L and up)

-Available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with voice recognition, rearview camera and Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

-Fog Lights (EX-L and up)

Trim Levels

Ridgeline DX

Ridgeline VP (Value Added Pkg)

Ridgeline EX-L (All leather models may come with a Sunroof now)

Ridgeline EX-L SR? (didn't see this in the model matrix)

Ridgeline EX-L Navigation

Source; Honda Canada, vtec.net

Here's a link to an article on the changes;

http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/08/2009-honda-ridgeline-facelift-gets.html

Honda's Changes for 2009 Lineup

Accord: New V-6 rating adds three horsepower for a total of 271 and six pound-feet of torque for 254.

Civic: A new grille and front bumper, revised taillight lenses, and a sporty three-spoke steering wheel are the major changes. The Civic hybrid now has stability control and, though it may dim the car’s green aura slightly, a leather interior option.

Element: Honda will restyle its flower-delivery van with revised sheetmetal and upgraded interior amenities and electronics. The platform and 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine remain unchanged.

Fit: An all-new and larger Fit hits in October, up about two inches in wheelbase and overall length. Inside, there is more room in the five-passenger, five-door cabin. A 1.5-liter four makes about 120 horsepower, and the front strut, rear torsion beam suspension is hung on a stiffer unibody and has been retuned for better ride quality but with the same lively steering as the previous Fit. Sounds phat.

Odyssey: Honda’s minivan gets an output restatement for models with cylinder deactivation; horsepower goes up three to 244 and torque goes up three pound-feet to 245.

Pilot: All-new for 2009, the seven-passenger Pilot returns slightly larger, a bit roomier (especially in the second- and third-row seats), significantly stiffer, and with more rectilinear styling. Another 2.9 inches were added to the wheelbase, but the overall dimensions remain almost the same. The 250-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 has an enhanced cylinder-shut-off mechanism that adds 1–2 mpg to the EPA ratings.

Ridgeline: The grille and some interior amenities are new. The V-6 is retuned with a new camshaft profile for more low- and midrange torque, and the transmission ratios are now taller for better fuel economy.

CRV: Unchanged

S2000: Unchanged

Source: http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/hot_lists/car_shopping/what_s_new_for_2009_car_news/browse_by_make/honda_car_news

2009 Honda Ridgeline Spied!

Looks alot like the 2009 Honda Pilot front grill, look-an integrated hitch! More info. to come....

Source; http://www.leftlanenews.com/honda-ridgeline-2009.html

Ridgeline Expected to Recieve a Substantial Facelift for 2009

No, it's not going to look quite like the above vehicle, I just happen to love the kit that is on this 2006 Honda Ridgline.

This is an apparent spyshot of the revised Ridgeline, I won't bother posting the rear shot, it's identical to the current version and will probably change as of release time sometime in the next month or so.

Vtec.net reports from an anonymous source that;

"the MMC is in fact taking place during model year 2009, and it will be appearing in showrooms sometime in July. Honda has reportedly informed its dealers that the Ridgeline has gone through a "large scale, minor-model change (MMC)". A "bolder look" is promised, along with "integrated towing features" and several new accessories. Styling improvements are said to have been executed to both the front and the rear of the vehicle. New features coming to the RTL model include 18" wheels and a rear-view camera. Also coming are two additional bed tie downs, daytime running lights (DRL), and a hitch integrated into the rear bumper. Interior enhancements are also coming, and a new soft tonneau cover will be offered."