I have a Ford and actually prefer the build-in SYNC maps. The SYNC maps will do interesting things like go into split screen at various times and visualize the lane I'm supposed to be in. It also will show the speed limit on roads I am driving even when I don't have a destination setup.
I had used Google Maps + Carplay for years, dismissing the built-in navigation, but during a long road trip recently I realized just how bright the 8inch screen in my truck is, even in dark mode. I switched to the built-in nav and it was significantly darker and I realized I could literally see more of the road with it than with Carplay because of the lack of added ambient light from the screen. After using it for a while I realized it's good enough and in some cases even better.
I had used Google Maps + Carplay for years, dismissing the built-in navigation, but during a long road trip recently I realized just how bright the 8inch screen in my truck is, even in dark mode. I switched to the built-in nav and it was significantly darker and I realized I could literally see more of the road with it than with Carplay because of the lack of added ambient light from the screen. After using it for a while I realized it's good enough and in some cases even better.