Prior F150 and F250 owner. What drove me to change to 2021 Ram 1500, and have proven out thus far:
The 12” screen… the nav is just superior to what Ford has. Yes, Ford now has a new screen but they are late with it and with new features comes risk of issues. (2) the Multifunction tailgate – for the aging back. (and usable bed step given the door-style opening.) (3) the comfort of the drive – again, for the aging back. (4) Ford F150 has the shifter which is just in the way, and sure you can now move it when parked – but for me it was in the way when driving (got used to not having it with the 250). (5) The HUD – although once having the vehicle, the digital speedometer is very easy to see –having the speed limit there as a reminder is cool and may save a ticket in the future. (6) Wanted all leather single tone, brown, so moved to Longhorn Limited. (7) Underseat rear storage and mid console storage are superb for the little things. (8) auto hi beam dimming worked great both dimming for oncoming or back to hi after oncoming passes; (9) turning headlights - on dark road into dark driveway worked excellent
Things not sure about yet are (1) the cam-rear-view-mirror – may just be my eyes/glasses but there is some kind of focus delay which is a bit off-putting. May get used to it… in any case you can easily revert to just mirror, and still have the cam view if needed. (2) auto deploy running boards – ok for now… bit of a pain when doing a lot of getting in and out (but you can turn it off).. hope its not a problem waiting to happen. (3) sun moon roof – never use, but no dealer on site models don’t have. Hopefully not a future problem. (4) still need a step support to get into bed when tailgate down – looking into add of a side-step. No “full time” rear passengers – but given the heat, the plugs, and the recline option, has to be a step up for them. (5) not sure how the 4 corner air functions at high speed with a trailer – you attach at normal height – but does it auto – lower with trailer attached at highway speeds?
Other - The 1500 just feels comfortable and smooth. It “fits like a glove” – great for general driving… and when I need the cargo and tow, I have it. Blind spot monitor better in my opinion then Ford (2019) was. Quiet ride – not sure if due to Active noise cancel but this even with the Falken offroad type tire.
