2nd to Wrangler what are the best toad options?

According to the Motorhome Magazine towables chart the 2014 (just the age I thought I might want to purchase) is towable with no restrictions (manual transmission only). Several other Subaru models of that same year and manual are also listed as towable with no restrictions. So how reliable that list is I'm not sure; seems to be the main guide rvers use to pick out a toad to purchase for that purpose. I'm just wondering if any of you out there can give me first hand knowledge of actually usibg a 2014 Subaru manual, easily and with no issues for a number of years? Or does someone know that you absolutely cannot tow a 2014 Subaru.

Our 08 Ford Escape Hybrid with a CVT can be towed, and last time I checked the C-MAX Hybrid was also ok. The Escape Hybrid is no longer in production and I don't know if the C-MAX Hybrid is still being made. If they still made the Escape I'd get one, it's been a great toad.

As one fellow posted earlier we tow a 13 hyundai elantra and I have the tow kit for my 94 ranger pickup. the hyundai is under 3000 lbs, has a nice wide track and reasonable length that is good for a towed vehicle. The ranger is set up for carrying our boat when the grandkids want to go camping and fishing!

As to the best it all depends on what you want the vehicle for. jeeps are ok but not sure how much they weigh and in the few I have been in not overly comfortable but that is a personal objective. Both of my vehicle are manual transmissions, and that is what most folks DONT want. A guy we know bought a new diesel pusher and then bought a buick suv to tow, its automatic but i dont know if all are capable. So to answer what is best, again it all depends on what you want it for. We have take up to 300 mile rt in the elantra with passenger and no issues. Get good mpg and very easy to drive, park etc. ALso has good room in it and that is why we have it. Back seat lays down giving more cargo space so go a look around at what they have (auto co's) and make up your own mind as to WHAT IS BEST.

Older manual transmission Subarus were towable, I have read, according to the Owner's Manual. Newer Subarus are not, even manual transmission models.
Regardless of the vehicle you are interested in, always find "Recreational Towing" (or something similar) in the Owners Manual, read and follow the instructions.
Generally speaking: No vehicle that has a CVT is towable. Manual transmission does not necessarily mean it is towable. Automatic transmission does not necessarily mean it is not towable. If there is no warranty, anything can be towed, if you are willing to accept the fact that the transmission might be destroyed due to lack of lubrication (it might take a while, but eventually it will probably happen). If there is a warranty, but the Manual says "do not tow with all wheels on the ground", but you do it anyway, the warranty on the transmission will likely be void.
As for "best towed", I don't believe there is a "best". There is only what YOU like. For instance, years ago the most common "towed" was a Volkswagen Beetle, the original. Very light vehicle, fun to drive, inexpensive towbar readily available, just hook it up, put the tranny in Neutral, and go. No limitations.
Good luck in your search for YOUR "best toad".

joe&julie81 wrote:
Anybody towing a manual Subaru (Outback, Legacy, Impreza, Voloster, etc? If so, do you have to do anything other than put it in neutral?

I don't think many Subaru's are flat towable, you can take a look at the Dinghy Guides you can also check the Remco Towing Store as a quick reference, but you need to always verify with the owners manual.

but again...know how much weight you can tow before choosing a toad.

Not sure why you would pass on a Wrangler. You can explore places many other vehicles can’t go, you can drop the top in beautiful weather, no top or doors so the view is unobstructed.

I can’t image the fuel difference with a toad would be that much.

If mpg is that important the 4cyl turbo gets mid 20mpg, and a diesel version is coming out in 2020, that gets 29-40mpg.

Anybody towing a manual Subaru (Outback, Legacy, Impreza, Voloster, etc? If so, do you have to do anything other than put it in neutral?

First: Grand Cherokee
Second: Cherokee

We tow a 13 Explorer, not very fuel efficient. But it is easy to tow. Just shift to N and you are set.

With that said the Jeeps are the most popular. Wranglers, Grand Cherokees, and Cherokees. The little Cherokee with the V-6 isn't bad at all as far as mileage.

Not sure what n the new Fords,