Family of six looking for tow vehicle
Hello! We are a tall family of six. Kids are between 5'8-6'2. Trying to find a vehicle that could tow a TT (not purchased yet). The crossovers are too small inside to fit us. Looking at this vehi...
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BB_TX wrote:
Check you local Chevy dealers for one of their "certified used" 3500 vans. Pretty easy to find. These are typically 1 year old vans with 15,000-20,000 miles used by some type shuttle service. They come with the GM certification and full warranty.
We own a day care business and have bought 3 of the 15 passenger vans the last few years for $21K-$28K. We do not tow a travel trailer with them but have used them for long family trips with up to 6 adults and 3 children and local trips with even more. Very smooth, quiet, and easy to drive.
4x4 vs 4x2? Personal choice. We have a 4x4 truck towing a 5th wheel trailer. Have never needed or used 4 wheel drive while towing. But we typically drive and park on at least gravel roads and drives.
X2 This would give everyone plenty of room. The 3rd row in a Surb. is not suitable for a tall passenger for long distances. If you get a 15 passenger van, you can take out the last row of seats and have a lot of extra room for tents and sleeping bags while staying close to your stated budget. I would recommend a locking rear differential rather than a 4X4.
Good luck on your search and happy camping.
ArizAl
