I have a 35' Class A 2017 Newmar Ventana LE DP with a 340 HP Cummins. I'm considering a 2nd vehicle to easily tow behind it, and realize there are far too many options to list or ask for. Nevertheless, I was hoping for a bit of insight from forum members with more experience than I, and hope to narrow down my list from here.This 4X4 won't be used for any other adventures requiring same. In fact, it'll likely be used as a primary drive-around-town vehicle, should I decide to off the FWD I currently use. There's myself, and my dog... Big SUV's & Mini Cooper's need not apply...Ease in the appropriate towing accoutrements, cost, installation, connectivity are desired, but given my inexperience, perhaps I don't realize what I'm asking... Suggestions?

Jeep Wrangler 2 or 4 door, easy set up to tow all 4 down

We really like our Grand Cherokee as a toad as well as our only daily drive vehicle. We have Blue Ox towing equipment and an SMI Stay in play braking system.

Depending on your budget. Jeeps, but their expensive. Suzuki Sidekick, light, cheap, durable, and a heck of a lot of fun.

Anything in the way of a pick-up?

What 4X4's best for Flat-Towing? | Good Sam Community

18 Replies

CVD
Explorer
Aug 17, 2018
Decide what you want to drive, given what you will be doing with it (i.e. go drive candidate cars). Wranglers are great off road, but sacrifice comfort, utility, and economy on road (I own one). Pre 2015 CRV is considerably lighter and much friendlier on road as a run about, but not for off road adventures (I own one). I'd guess a Grand Cherokee (with the right transfer case), would be half way between - better on road than a Wrangler, better off road than a CRV. You need to decide which trade offs works for your intended use.
doc_brown
Explorer
Aug 17, 2018
cableguy574 wrote:
Jeep Wrangler 2 or 4 door, easy set up to tow all 4 down

X2. Towed Cherokee and three different Wranglers.
2gypsies1
Explorer III
Aug 17, 2018
Wondering why you would consider a 4x4 if you wouldn't be driving it off-road? Other cars have better mileage.... but aren't as fun. :)

Here are Motorhome Magazine Towing Guides:

http://www.motorhome.com/download-dinghy-guides/
Gottahaveit
Moderator
Aug 17, 2018
We love our Jeep Grand Cherokee and have found a need to use the 4wd more than a few times. This is also my daily driver so comfort was a must.
tropical36
Explorer
Aug 17, 2018
obiwancanoli wrote:
I have a 35' Class A 2017 Newmar Ventana LE DP with a 340 HP Cummins. I'm considering a 2nd vehicle to easily tow behind it, and realize there are far too many options to list or ask for.

Nevertheless, I was hoping for a bit of insight from forum members with more experience than I, and hope to narrow down my list from here.

This 4X4 won't be used for any other adventures requiring same. In fact, it'll likely be used as a primary drive-around-town vehicle, should I decide to off the FWD I currently use. There's myself, and my dog... Big SUV's & Mini Cooper's need not apply...

Ease in the appropriate towing accoutrements, cost, installation, connectivity are desired, but given my inexperience, perhaps I don't realize what I'm asking...

Suggestions?

Wrangler of course.
lily123456
Explorer
Aug 17, 2018
You can consider a Grand Vitara
oldave
Explorer
Aug 17, 2018
4x4s are more expensive if you don't need it .
Many cars & suvs are towable 4 down .
Don't believe a car salesman most won't know anyway
Read the owners manual and make sure you know it says for sure
it can be towed .
bumpus4
Explorer
Aug 17, 2018
Jeep Wrangler with a Blue ox tow bar and a professional installed base plate is what I have. Works great. Bumpus4
AdequateRV
Explorer
Aug 16, 2018
Pre 2015 Honda CR-Vs are also very popular. That's what I tow.

I use a tow bar I got at a garage sale for $10 and just found an almost new brake buddy for $100.
kerrlakeRoo
Explorer
Aug 16, 2018
If you are thinking pickups to carry the HD, look at the Fords, about 1000 lbs lighter than the other 1/2 tons.