Heads Up Display?

[Gulf Driver]

Has there been any talk of Ram offering a Heads Up Display in the near future?

I'm considering buying a 2020 when they're available and after having just driven a BMW with a HUD, this is a feature I'd really like to have on a new vehicle.

 

[Mehgyver]

could always just buy an aftermarket one, they're not particularly expensive

 

[Gulf Driver]

could always just buy an aftermarket one, they're not particularly expensive

That's not something I'm interested in, but thanks.

 

[Rogues Gambit]

Idk, but it's not a big deal

Dad's Range Rover and Sister's RDX have em, they're cool but not a deal breaker

 

[DwnDak]

So.. here's one thing I'll say, and being a Dodge guy my entire life, I'll say this... The new Sierra Denali 1500 is fierce. My mom is trying one to see if she'll like it over her Yukon XL Denali... and lemme tell ya, the cabin felt huge inside, the bodylines on the truck made it feel huge like a lifted truck (but its very average height) its got camera's for days, including a HUD and rear view mirror screen (not an actual mirror) ... Its tagged at just a hair over $80k .... But a Loaded up all options RAM 1500 Limited Longhorn is tagged slightly north of $80k .... I'd have to actually go in an do numbers but if both of them come in shy of $70-75k I might try a Denali truck.... The new Ram seemed small inside in comparison.

 

[turkeybird56]

Hey test drive both and report back... Doesn't the New Denali got that "kool" tailgate? lol

 

[clays laramie]

Kool tailgate.... yes...
Worst looking wheelwells in history... yes

 

[Jus Cruisin]

I'd suspect it would appear in the next generation or at least refresh, if at all, because it requires retooling the dashboard. I've got hud in my Corvette It's there but I have it set with just mph and no other doodads I'd be fine if it wasn't there.

 

[turkeybird56]

I had HUD on by Camaro. To be honest, it was more of a distraction then a convenience. But U have to also remember, unless U R like 6'6", U R sitting in a hole in the floorboard on the camaro.

 

[troutspinner]

I’d rather see automakers adopt the Tesla style of dash. One large screen that controls everything and then everything come off the dash. It would be cheaper, less parts to break, less service visits and updates are sent down for the whole vehicle, not just infotainment updates.

A HUD might be convenient for MPH, possibly even navigation but I’ve had a vehicle with a HUD, it was neat but I never missed it. The simplistic design of the Tesla however, especially their climate vent design and how the steering wheel controls are dynamic to provide additional functions is genius IMO.

 

[Iowa ram]

Do you mean advanced safety warning, where the vehicle will actually stop itself to avoid frontal crash?

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[CTDRam]

My Wifes Suburban has factory HUD and I love it! I can always see my speed without looking down at the dash. I drive with my left hand at 2 o'clock most of the time which blocks view of dash. I bought a CTS Cadillac with HUD for a daily driver, because I liked it on wifes car so much.
Dodge Rams are my favorite truck! But, I will wait for the heads up option before buying a new one.

 

[Narg]

RAM is killing it in the truck market overall outdoing all others starting in 2019, but there some room for improvement. HUD is one. Better small details on operation is another (radio, lights, key, etc... Much longer post later so don't ask just yet...)

 

[mikeru]

I’d rather see automakers adopt the Tesla style of dash. One large screen that controls everything and then everything come off the dash. It would be cheaper, less parts to break, less service visits and updates are sent down for the whole vehicle, not just infotainment updates.

A HUD might be convenient for MPH, possibly even navigation but I’ve had a vehicle with a HUD, it was neat but I never missed it. The simplistic design of the Tesla however, especially their climate vent design and how the steering wheel controls are dynamic to provide additional functions is genius IMO.

I've never driven or even been inside a Tesla, but doesn't that also mean if your screen goes out your car is unusable? The proverbial "all your eggs in one basket" scenario if so. This is the reason I opted to not get the 12 inch display in my 2020 Laramie. I like having actual separate switches for each thing.

 

[ttam1985]

I've never driven or even been inside a Tesla, but doesn't that also mean if your screen goes out your car is unusable? The proverbial "all your eggs in one basket" scenario if so. This is the reason I opted to not get the 12 inch display in my 2020 Laramie. I like having actual separate switches for each thing.

That was a very wise decision. I'm sure most of the 12.3 info screen people would be happy with something else. I've had a ton of cars/trucks in my life and the Alpine system ain't too shabby.

 

[KeithP]

I’d rather see automakers adopt the Tesla style of dash. One large screen that controls everything and then everything come off the dash. It would be cheaper, less parts to break, less service visits and updates are sent down for the whole vehicle, not just infotainment updates.

A HUD might be convenient for MPH, possibly even navigation but I’ve had a vehicle with a HUD, it was neat but I never missed it. The simplistic design of the Tesla however, especially their climate vent design and how the steering wheel controls are dynamic to provide additional functions is genius IMO.

Big thumbs down on the Tesla style dash. Refused to get a 12” screen b/c it was just too much. Don’t want anything bigger than the 8.4. HUD is also a no go for me. But that’s why they have options.

 

[hawgsalot]

That was a very wise decision. I'm sure most of the 12.3 info screen people would be happy with something else. I've had a ton of cars/trucks in my life and the Alpine system ain't too shabby.

Wait what? "I'm sure most of the 12.3 info screen people would be happy with something else"??

 

[mikeru]

Wait what? "I'm sure most of the 12.3 info screen people would be happy with something else"??

Pretty sure he was referring to the people who've had issues with this screen, which seems to be quite a few more than those with the 8.4 inch screens. Doesn't seem to include you though.

 

[Beltsand]

Hey test drive both and report back... Doesn't the New Denali got that "kool" tailgate? lol

When I was truck shopping, I did test drive the '19 version. The truck was nice, cool tech, but the ride was stiff. If I was hauling every day close to rated capacity it might be OK, but as a daily driver I went with the RAM. Plus, I got the RAMBOX option this way!

 

[TestPilot57]

Do you mean advanced safety warning, where the vehicle will actually stop itself to avoid frontal crash?

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I didn't see anyone talking about that, but it is available on the RAM.