My .02 cents. I have always gotten fully optioned vehicles, last being a raptor. I decided to order base in this truck since it was the same as 2024 level 1 group in TRX and always could buy a level 1 RHO down the road if the upgrade was worth it to me. Fast forward to thousands of miles on the truck, i am very happy with my choice.
Coming from the fully optioned raptor, base still is 1000x better in the RHO. I live in Montana so honestly have not missed the cooled seats one time but i know they are a must for you southern folks. I could care less about passenger screen, 12" main screen is more than plenty, self driving i would never use, i love having regular cruise control AND lane assist, perfect combo. Im the only person who drives my truck so dont care about memory seats. The fit and finish is top tier even in base, the leather is excellent, great fit and finish. zero complaints. Ive gotten so many compliments from people who have ridden in it. Ive been in level 2 TRX and level 1 RHO and not much difference besides carbon fiber.
TBH massaging seats are the only thing that appealed to me in the level 1 package. 360 cameras would be nice offroad but the proximity sensors and my eyes work flawlessly.
So for me personally i am beyond happy to save $10k for shit i would not use but totally depends on each person. Next one i order i may just get L1 for the massaging seats.