The Pickup truck world is full of many rugged contenders, and two names with the best reputations in the class are the Ford F-150 and the Ram 1500. Both established names with decades of quality to stand on, 2025 sees both of these trucks fitted with a new array of tweaks, but are they outright improvements? In today’s comparison, we’ll be pitting the two against each other, in our search for the best full-size pickup in 2025: F-150 or Ram 1500.
Key Takeaways
- The Ram 1500 gets a facelift, as well as an engine change, with the Hemi V-8 being axed.
- The 2025 F150 brings mostly minor tweaks, such as the Securicode keypad being moved to an optional add-on.
- The F150 starts at around $39,445 this year, with the Ram starting at $42,370.
Will the 2025 Ram 1500 be redesigned?
For 2025, Car and Driver reports that Ram has refreshed its full-size truck with a facelift and several upgrades. The Hemi V-8 has been replaced by a twin-turbocharged inline-six, available with 420 or 540 horsepower.
The exterior changes are subtle, with the main highlights being updated lighting, new wheel designs, and a refreshed color palette. Inside, the standard 8.4-inch touchscreen has been upgraded to a nicer 12.0-inch display, with the option for a 14.5-inch version now available. Additionally, a 10.3-inch screen for the passenger side can be added.
Ram has already set the benchmark for luxury in trucks, but the new range-topping Tungsten model raises the bar further. Boasting features such as quilted leather upholstery, massaging seats, and a premium 23-speaker Klipsch stereo system make for a luxury work truck that’s hard to pass up.
Will Ford change the F-150 in 2025?
Yes! For 2025, Ford Authority reports that while you can expect the F-150 to be mostly unchanged from its 2024 predecessor, there are still some changes to look out for. The factory-installed SecuriCode keypad has been removed, but will remain available as a dealer-installed option for those interested in the extra security.
Additionally, the Connected Navigation feature is no longer standard on the XL and STX trims, being added as an optional package for the 2025 F-150 XLT trim. Connected Navigation is newly available with the Mid and High equipment groups, which each come with a one year free trial of the service.
How much will the 2025 F-150 cost?
For 2025, Kelley Blue Book has the full scoop on the prices you can expect to pay for a new F-150. They report that the starting price for an F-150 this year should be around $39,445, which will net you a base level Regular Cab F-150. A full list of price ranges for each body reads as:
- F-150 Regular Cab - $39,445 - $45,820
- F-150 Super Cab - $43,755 - $51,490
- F-150 SuperCrew Cab - $46,090 - $112,925
Of these, it’s the 4-wheel drive STX SuperCrew that’s far and away the most popular choice, with its wide range of provided features being a major draw. Price wise, the F150 sits comfortably in the market, with Kelley Blue Book reporting that most options in this class are starting at around the high $30s.
Summary
Looking at how the two line up, it’s hard to deny the F-150, which is cheaper, tougher, and most importantly, still equipped with a V8 out of the box. The 1500 is no slouch, though, as it does bring more in the way of add-ons this year. However, our vote goes to the F-150. It still sees plenty of mileage from its extensive rework in 2024, and those updates are still hard at work providing buyers with the best bang for their buck in 2025. Come drive one at Banner Ford in Mandeville and find the perfect pickup truck for you.