2026 GMC Sierra vs 2026 Honda Ridgeline
The Honda Ridgeline edges it, 71.4 to 69.1, on safety. The GMC Sierra is ahead on fuel & range. Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.3 and it flips.
2026 GMC Sierra
The 2026 GMC Sierra is sold in the U.S. as an electric, gas and diesel large pickup truck with 25 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the SIERR…
2026 Honda Ridgeline
The 2026 Honda Ridgeline is sold in the U.S. as a gas large pickup truck with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Ridgeline AWD, is EPA-…
2026 Honda Ridgeline
Slight edgeThe Honda Ridgeline edges it, 71.4 to 69.1, on safety. The GMC Sierra is ahead on fuel & range. Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.3 and it flips.
| Category · weight | 2026 Honda Ridgelineoverall 71.4 | 2026 GMC Sierraoverall 69.1 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 33.2 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 46 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 71.4 | 69.1 | ||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 2 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for GMC Sierra
GMC Sierra: open park-outside / do-not-drive advisory (−25)
Honda Ridgeline: base trim Sport AWD · GMC Sierra: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available). Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.3 and the answer flips.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Honda Ridgeline wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (12 against 152 filed with NHTSA).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 63).
Where the 2026 GMC Sierra answers
- It is rated 68 combined against 21 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $2,100 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,100 against $3,200).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
48 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | — |
| Cylinder count | 6 | — |
| Engine displacement | 3,471 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5L V6 SOHC i-VTEC 24-Valve | — |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | SOHC | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 280 hp | — |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 18 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 21 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 24 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.33 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 9 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7.6 in | — |
| Overall height | 70.8 in | — |
| Overall length | 210 in | — |
| Overall width | 78.6 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 125 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 33.9 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 110 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40.1 in | — |
| Second-row headroom | 38.8 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 40.9 in | — |
| Second-row legroom | 36.7 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,420 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,420 lbs | — |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6,019 lbs | — |
| Payload capacity | 1,583 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut | — |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 21.7 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 320 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 330 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | — |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 245/60R18 105H | — |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 19.5 gal | — |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | HondaLink | — |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 36 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 62 in | — |
| Second-row shoulder room | 61.5 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
102 features · differences first, then sharedSafety26 differ · 26 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | std | — |
| Advanced Front Airbags | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | std | — |
| Multi View Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | std | — |
| Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor | std | — |
| SmartVent® Front Side Airbags | std | — |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | std | — |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | std | — |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | std | — |
| Auto High-Beam Headlights | std | — |
| Blind Spot Information System (BSI) | std | — |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | std | — |
| Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM) | std | — |
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | std | — |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat-Belt Reminder | std | — |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist | std | — |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row All), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | std | — |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | std | — |
| Security System with Remote Entry | std | — |
| Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist and Location and Pressure Indicators | std | — |
Infotainment13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| 215-Watt Audio System with 7 Speakers, including Subwoofer | std | — |
| 7-Inch Meter Display | std | — |
| 9-Inch Color Touchscreen | std | — |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | std | — |
| HondaLink® | std | — |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC) | std | — |
| USB-A 2.5A Data Port - Front Console (1 Port) | std | — |
| USB-C 3.0A Charging Port - Front Console (1 Port) | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Phone Charger (Qi) | std | — |
Convenience9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Key Fob Activated Remote Engine Start | std | — |
| Push Button Start | std | — |
| 12-Volt Power Outlets (Front & 2nd Row) | std | — |
| Capless Fuel Filler | std | — |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | std | — |
| Power Door and Tailgate Locks | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto-Up / Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Window | std | — |
| Remote Fuel Filler Door Release | std | — |
| Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock® | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control and Air Filtration | std | — |
| Rear-Seat Heater Ducts | std | — |
Seating2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Person Seating Capacity | std | — |
| 60 / 40 Split Lift-Up Rear Seat with Underseat Storage | std | — |
Interior11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) | std | — |
| Beverage Holders (Front and Rear) | std | — |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Seatback Pockets | std | — |
| Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | std | — |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Lockable Glove Compartment | std | — |
| Multi-Functional Center Console Storage | std | — |
| Sliding Sunvisor Vanity (Driver & Passenger) | std | — |
| Sunglasses Holder | std | — |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | std | — |
| Floor Mats | std | — |
Exterior13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| All-Season Tires: 245 / 60 R18 105H | std | — |
| Dual Chrome Exhaust Finisher | std | — |
| Dual-Action Tailgate | std | — |
| Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna | std | — |
| LED Brake Lights | std | — |
| LED Fog Lights | std | — |
| LED Low-Beam Headlights with Auto-On / Off | std | — |
| Power Side Mirrors | std | — |
| Truck-Bed Lights | std | — |
| Wheels: 18 in Shark Gray Alloys / 18 in Pewter Gray Machine-Finished Alloys / TrailSport 18 in Shark Gray Alloys / 18 in Berlina Black Alloys | std | — |
| Rear Privacy Glass | std | — |
| Rear-Window Defroster with Timer | std | — |
| Compact Spare Tire | std | — |
Powertrain18 differ · 18 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) AWD System | std | — |
| Intelligent Traction Management: Normal / Snow / Sand / Mud | std | — |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| Active Control Engine Mount System (ACM) | std | — |
| CARB Emissions Rating: LEV4-ULEV70 | std | — |
| Direct Fuel Injection | std | — |
| Displacement (cc): 3,471 | std | — |
| Eco Assist™ System | std | — |
| Engine Type: V6 | std | — |
| EPA MPG Ratings* (City / Hwy / Combined): 18 / 24 / 21 (Sport/RTL/Black Edition), 18 / 23 / 20 (TrailSport) | std | — |
| Heavy-Duty Transmission Cooler | std | — |
| High-Capacity Radiator with High-Power Fans (2) | std | — |
| Horsepower (SAE net @ rpm): 280 @ 6,000 | std | — |
| Idle-Stop | std | — |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): 262 @ 4,700 | std | — |
| Valve Train: 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® | std | — |
| Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) | std | — |
Chassis5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS) | std | — |
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | std | — |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | std | — |
| Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc / Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in.): 12.6 / 13.0 | std | — |
| Unit-Body Construction | std | — |
Cargo3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Class III Trailer Hitch with 7-Pin Connector | std | — |
| Heavy-Duty Truck Bed Tie-Down Cleats (8) | std | — |
| In-Bed Trunk® | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHonda Ridgeline
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
GMC Sierra
Top recalls
- critical Electrical System 26V494000 · 11 vehicles
- critical Power Train 26V289000 · 66 vehicles
- high Wheels 26V496000 · 952 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles
- minor Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 25V594000 · 1,191 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Honda RidgelineSport AWD | GMC Sierra | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | — |
| Price range across trims | — 4 trims | — |
| Powertrains | GAS | BEV, GAS, Diesel |
| EPA configuration compared | Ridgeline AWD | SIERRA EV Ext Range (11kW Charger) |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 21 | 68 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,200 | $1,100 |
| EV range | — | 410 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) |
| Roadside assistance | — | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Honda Ridgeline or the 2026 GMC Sierra?
The Honda Ridgeline edges it, 71.4 to 69.1, on safety. The GMC Sierra is ahead on fuel & range. Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.3 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Honda Ridgeline scores 71.4 and the 2026 GMC Sierra 69.1. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Honda Ridgeline or the 2026 GMC Sierra?
2026 Honda Ridgeline: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 GMC Sierra: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 5 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Honda Ridgeline and the 2026 GMC Sierra?
Where the 2026 Honda Ridgeline wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (12 against 152 filed with NHTSA) and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 63). Where the 2026 GMC Sierra answers: it is rated 68 combined against 21 (EPA mpg or MPGe) and costs $2,100 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,100 against $3,200). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars.