Best Toad?

It is if a Wrangler is what you want to drive.

The best toad is whatever is towable that best fits your transportation needs. For me, it is now a Honda Fit. At an earlier time it was a Ranger pickup.

outboardfever wrote:
The reason I think transfer cases are rare is because I am uninformed and that is why I am asking here. I am replacing my Ram diesel because I sold my 5er. I need a daily driver I can tow my boat with and use behind the A.

Do be aware that the newer Wrangler 2-door (JK) and the 4-door (JKU) and really all Wranglers have some limitations on towing. A 2-door can range from 1,000-2,000# and the 4-door from 1,000-3,500#

I tow my boat with mine but when loaded I am right near my max. My Jeep is my daily driver and I LOVE it.

The reason I think transfer cases are rare is because I am uninformed and that is why I am asking here. I am replacing my Ram diesel because I sold my 5er. I need a daily driver I can tow my boat with and use behind the A.

We are on our third Jeep Wrangler. Just plumb, dumb easy to tow. Besides, the Jeep give you lots of opportunities for exploring places that a regular car can't.

Chevrolet Equinox and Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wranglers are good. I really like the Hummer H3s. They dont sell them anymore. I had a 2007 model... and when GM discontinued the line in 2010 I sold my 2007 and bought one of the last H3s they made. I only did it for one reason -- we liked the vehicle and wanted a fresher model for fear they would never make anything like it again. And our fear has proven to be correct so we made a good decision.

I only use it for the motorhome. After 6 years it has just 15,000 miles on it .. all miles driving around the areas we visit when we park the MH.

What is important to me is that the vehicle must be easy to hook/unhook (hold two buttons for 10 seconds and transfer case is in neural -- hit one button and it is back into gear). Also, we take the motorhome everywhere. I shudder when I see regular sedans being towed. How do they get onto the dirt roads to the incredible spots that RVing is all about? Also, it is extremely safe with the heavy weight and durability.

If you dont need something new, consider finding a low mile specimen. Eventually in 3-5 years I am going to have to (sadly) sell this vehicle (We have had zero issues, but once a car gets 10 years old things start to happen when parts get old). I havent seen anything new out there that is better than this and we are very happy with ours. I'd like to know if there is anything better out there.. just am not seeing it when we do our research.

Ductape wrote:
Why do you think transfer cases are rare?

The Wrangler is an excellent tow but a lousy drive. Rent one and take it for a 200 mile drive and see what you think.

I actually like Jeeps of all sorts but the Wrangler is a purpose built off roader.

Check out the Grand Cherokee since price is not a concern.

I made many trips of 500 to 1500 miles in my Wrangler. I never found it to be all that uncomfortable. Set the cruise control, turn on the air conditioning, load the 6 disc CD player, and get on down the freeway. Make the necessary fuel, rest area, and food stops, and stop for the night when a decent looking place appears.
Sea level to 6000+ foot mountain passes; good weather, lousy weather, rain and snow; sunshine and clouds...
No problem.

The Wrangler is an excellent toad, but there are dozens of other excellent toads as well. There is no shortage of 4x4 with transfer cases that allow 4 down towing. There are also many other types of vehicles approved for 4 down towing.
The best toad is the one that fits your preferences & needs for using the vehicle when its not behind the motorhome. If you need a vehicle to transport a wife, 2 kids and a dog, then the Wrangler may not be the best choice. or if your campground plans usually involve taking several couples to the local restaurant, a Wrangler may not work.
Although I have a Wrangler as my backup toad, I prefer a pickup as my primary toad for the extra bulk hauling space in the bed.
Meeting the 4 down towing requirements is easy these days. The question is how will you use the vehicle after its unhooked.

Ductape wrote:
Why do you think transfer cases are rare?

The Wrangler is an excellent tow but a lousy drive. Rent one and take it for a 200 mile drive and see what you think.

I actually like Jeeps of all sorts but the Wrangler is a purpose built off roader.

Check out the Grand Cherokee since price is not a concern.

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Why do you think transfer cases are rare?

The Wrangler is an excellent tow but a lousy drive. Rent one and take it for a 200 mile drive and see what you think.

I actually like Jeeps of all sorts but the Wrangler is a purpose built off roader.

Check out the Grand Cherokee since price is not a concern.