[Honda4evr]

Back looking at Ridgline again, like the passport
but miss the box.

Can get 4000 off in stock 2023 now
which is likely 5k cheaper then a 2024.
Other then the newer seats and console
is it worth 5k to get a 2024?

Imo no. I bought a 2023 RTL-E in September. I was sort of holding out hoping for bigger changes than Honda did. I was relieved to see minimal upgrades to the 24. A big discount and .09% financing also played into my decision. Even though Honda isn't good at some electronics it a sideshow for me. Resale wise the 2023 is a better value.

 

[Honda4evr]

Some folks wish for a G3 Ridge, but that is the last thing I want. I want a road-tested non-turbo 6 cylinder engine with tranny that has been around a while and a body generation that has had many of the kinks worked out (see the great list zroger provided). I do not want the first year of anything. Also odds are (look at the 2024 loss of RTL-E and emphasis on TrailSport) that Honda instead of playing to the Ridgeline's strengths will stupidly make G3 more Taco like; yecch.

Personally I need to sit the 2024 (any day now locally) before adjudging whether or not the loss of real adjustable armrests (which I like) in exchange for the new fixed console top armrest is acceptable or is a deal breaker for 2024. I have had both types for many miles and far preferred real arm rests.

Another year of G2 evolution, the new instrument panel and folding mirrors make the 2024 BE very desirable to me, but the two-tone seats, reduced exterior color choices and the need to spend another $1k+ to replace the BE wheels are downers. Final cost to get into a 2024 (BE required to get uptrim features) will most likely drive me to 2023 RTL-E.

I agree the V-6. All manufacturers are getting away from them. I hate turbo 4's especially in a truck.