Is there a gas efficient SUV with decent tow capacity?
We're in the market for a new tow vehicle. With the youngest heading off to college in a few weeks, DW and I are heading back out on the camping trail. Our 2003 Astro has run the good race and is ready to retire (plus it was always on the bubble for getting the job done with current rig).
I really like the Ford Ecoboost and the GM EcoTec3 engines. Both are great choices for our 90 /10 use split (90% everyday use / 10% towing), and we may yet go that direction.
Utopia is similar tow capacity and gas mileage, with a large passenger cabin with potential 3rd row seating. We really like the interior cargo space (vs. a bed cover or topper).
I keep waiting for Ford to put the Ecoboost in the Expedition and/or the EcoTec3 in the Suburban / Tahoe. For now, neither are an option.
What else is out there to fill the need for our gas efficient tow vehicle?
NOTE: Currently towing GW 5500#, future plans could increase that to 8000-9000#. I would like to buy now to cover both options.
I really like the Ford Ecoboost and the GM EcoTec3 engines. Both are great choices for our 90 /10 use split (90% everyday use / 10% towing), and we may yet go that direction.
Utopia is similar tow capacity and gas mileage, with a large passenger cabin with potential 3rd row seating. We really like the interior cargo space (vs. a bed cover or topper).
I keep waiting for Ford to put the Ecoboost in the Expedition and/or the EcoTec3 in the Suburban / Tahoe. For now, neither are an option.
What else is out there to fill the need for our gas efficient tow vehicle?
NOTE: Currently towing GW 5500#, future plans could increase that to 8000-9000#. I would like to buy now to cover both options.
