Looking for tow vehicle for family of 6

Fourkidletts wrote:
I don't think we will be going long distances with it. We live in Northern California and there is a ton of beautiful camping around here within a couple of hours. Hubby driving to work in a full size van doesn't sound like a good commuting option. And we have tried to get into a Suburban, the back seat does not accommodate my tall teens and their legs at all.

We have 4 kids as well (ages 2 to 11). If your teens don't like the rear seats in the Suburban, they aren't going to like the front middle spot in the truck, I can tell you that! I have both vehicles you have mentioned, as it happens, (see my sig), and my 5'2 11 yr old's legs are getting close to not fitting in that spot. Plus, the cushion isn't that wide, and it is kind of uncomfortable. Not to mention, it takes away my cupholder and arm rest!

You should definitely take a good long test drive with everyone in the truck before you decide.

A good crew cab pickup and taking a second car when necessary is also my suggestion, nonetheless. If 4 of the 6 are adults, and 2 are teens, there is a good chance everyone will not be going along every time, anyway. If all 6 go, taking a second car is a good option.

Re: commuting in the tow vehicle, I've been happy with the fuel economy of my F150 Ecoboosts. My '11 averaged between 17.5 and 18.5 for my commute. My '15 with the 2.7 is at 20.6 so far, but I'm only half way through my first tank. Overall, the F150 (and the other 1/2 ton trucks, too) are quite comfortable to drive, manageable around the city, etc. I love how my 3.5 towed. Haven't towed with the 2.7 yet, but I expect similar performance.