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I'm going to cross-post this in the 6G forum as well, but thought I'd start here first.

For those who've replaced (or added to) a 5G with a 6G, what did you gain, and what did you lose?

I'm thinking about replacing my 2020 Lariat SuperCab with a 6G, but it's hard to tell just by content descriptions exactly what I'd be gaining or giving up. I know I'd lose a foot of bed length to start, but it looks like that will be workable. There's the difference in transmissions, but mine has shown no problems in its 42K miles.

Other options are less clear. I know I'd opt for the Lariat, so I'd gain things like:

Memory settings, which apparently only apply to the rearview mirrors (kind of limits the value for me)
Heated steering wheel (top of my list for wanting an upgrade)
Adaptive cruise and lane keeping assist (my highway time is much less than it used to be, but there will always be some)
Larger infotainment screen integrated with Sync (I have a Linkswell now but would prefer the OEM solution)
Integrated box step (also high on my list of wants)

What else is there?

On the losses side, there's the bed length, but what else?

- It sounds like the folding mirrors have gone away, at least on some trim levels.
- The leather seats aren't actually leather anymore

If I go for the 6G, is one model year better than another in terms of content? It looks like there are some low-mileage 2024-2025's out there that would save a good chunk of change versus new.

My 2020 is paid for, so I want to understand as much as possible, what value I'd get for taking on a new car payment.
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new lariats are over $50k,
but then again so is the cost of the average new car

so you’re looking at close to $30k for a few niceties

a heated steering wheel would be the only upgrade I’d like to have

When I get the urge to upgrade, I just go for a drive in sport mode and wear driving gloves :p
 

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It doesn't matter to some folks, but the ability to lay a 4x8 sheet flat in the bed is big plus for the 6G.

I've driven a few 6G Rangers (a Lariat and a Raptor) and the 6G does feel more refined.

I am not a fan of the big vertical center screen, though some folks like that.

I would rate the 6G seats a bit more comfortable as well.

One more thing about the 6G is that Ford quietly introduced dual fuel injection on all the engines (except for the Raptor) so that you don't have the carbon buildup on the intake.
 

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The dual injectors and heated steering wheel on the higher end units are the only thing I find attractive on the 6G. The injector setup for modding for more power and the wheel because I didn't realize how nice heated seats were until I had them.

The only thing to make it all better would be ventilated seats a lá the Katzkan models although they're available for the 5G.

The other thing is the better but not perfect transmission.
 


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I'm going to cross-post this in the 6G forum as well, but thought I'd start here first.

For those who've replaced (or added to) a 5G with a 6G, what did you gain, and what did you lose?

I'm thinking about replacing my 2020 Lariat SuperCab with a 6G, but it's hard to tell just by content descriptions exactly what I'd be gaining or giving up. I know I'd lose a foot of bed length to start, but it looks like that will be workable. There's the difference in transmissions, but mine has shown no problems in its 42K miles.

Other options are less clear. I know I'd opt for the Lariat, so I'd gain things like:

Memory settings, which apparently only apply to the rearview mirrors (kind of limits the value for me)
Heated steering wheel (top of my list for wanting an upgrade)
Adaptive cruise and lane keeping assist (my highway time is much less than it used to be, but there will always be some)
Larger infotainment screen integrated with Sync (I have a Linkswell now but would prefer the OEM solution)
Integrated box step (also high on my list of wants)

What else is there?

On the losses side, there's the bed length, but what else?

- It sounds like the folding mirrors have gone away, at least on some trim levels.
- The leather seats aren't actually leather anymore

If I go for the 6G, is one model year better than another in terms of content? It looks like there are some low-mileage 2024-2025's out there that would save a good chunk of change versus new.

My 2020 is paid for, so I want to understand as much as possible, what value I'd get for taking on a new car payment.
The only thing I can speak to is the transmission. Just because yours hasn’t had any issues at 42k miles, don’t assume you’re in the clear. Mine was running smoothly until about 67k miles, then the harsh/delayed shifts started. Ironically, right AFTER the factory warranty expired… Figures!
 

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The only thing I can speak to is the transmission. Just because yours hasn’t had any issues at 42k miles, don’t assume you’re in the clear. Mine was running smoothly until about 67k miles, then the harsh/delayed shifts started. Ironically, right AFTER the factory warranty expired… Figures!
What makes you think they have better transmissions 😃. Sounds like all Ford transmissions are a crap shoot these days.
 

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What makes you think they have better transmissions 😃. Sounds like all Ford transmissions are a crap shoot these days.
The ones I've driven shifted no better than my rebuilt/updated 10R80.
 
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The only thing I can speak to is the transmission. Just because yours hasn’t had any issues at 42k miles, don’t assume you’re in the clear. Mine was running smoothly until about 67k miles, then the harsh/delayed shifts started. Ironically, right AFTER the factory warranty expired… Figures!
Nope, not assuming I'm in the clear. That's why I have the ESPP to cover me for another few years.
 

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What makes you think they have better transmissions 😃. Sounds like all Ford transmissions are a crap shoot these days.
Not saying they’re better, I wouldn’t know. Just saying don’t assume the transmission is good just because it hasn’t had issues yet. Some have problems at 10k miles, some have problems at 70k, some never have problems at all.
 

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I'm told the 6G has an electric radiator fan(s), so no risk of the decaying hose (with the cable wrap) syndrome. Has the rear suspension changed? I'm specifically asking about the parabolic leaf springs.
I didn't pay close attention but I'm pretty sure they have multi-leafs instead of the monoleaf.
 

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I have a 2020 Supercab also, with over 100k normally I'd be getting a new one now but I hate to give up the longer bed. I don't need a back seat.
I had an Explorer Sport Trac before, they're about the same size as a 4 door Ranger, if you get the optional bed extender the short bed is tolerable. Hard bed covers mostly don't work with the extender though, you have to get a vinyl roll-up cover (which is what I need anyway).
 

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2027 Ford is supposed to be going to Google based infotainment and dropping Sync, might be worth waiting a few months. Also, I read that you should be able to permanently disable A.S.S in the settings menu as well.
 

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The 6G offers a super smooth V6. If you opted to upgrade, I would definitely get the V6. You barely hear it running.
My Raptor has dual electric cooling fans. Not sure about other trims.
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