Road trips: 5 cars are most and least suitable for camping

In summers, take the family out for a different trip like car camping is not a bad idea! Forget about staying indoors, but sleep out with the family for this alternative vacation outdoors and get to be closer to nature too.

Summer is just a stone throw away, and car camping or camping out with your car is one of those unique experiences to try even once. Why settle for an ordinary road trip when either of the top 5 best cars and the least 5 suitable for car camping; can be opted for this unique camping experience!

Car camping or camping out with your car is one of those unique experiences to try even once

Of course, the top 5 best will be the best choices; but there’s no hindering anything once the mind is set on doing it too.

Any car will do, but those on the list have something extra that makes them prime for car camping. Just read on consider these options as car camping enablers for those seeking another way to enjoy; the summer months. But, it still can be done any time of year though but not as good with warm weather too.

The Top 5 cars for car camping

Here are the top 5 cars that are well equipped for car camping; because they have extra room and can access hard to reach places for more adventure in the outdoors.

1. Toyota Hi-Ace Grandia 

Why is the Toyota Hi-Ace Grandia the top of the list? For one; it is one of the bigger options with a large interior space compared to other option. The rear tailgate can be used for several purposes, and it is set high. Consider the tailgate as points to connect open tents as well.

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Why is the Hi-Ace Grandia the top of the list?

If going extreme is preferred; some companies convert any Hi-ace into a mobile home too! But, it is not yet possible in the Philippines. Other options are removing the seats in the back; except for the captain’s seat for a space to put a mattress. Consider adding tents protection against heat; with drapes to keep cold from the sliding doors.

2. Kia Sedona

Bringing any minivan for car camping is just perfect because the seats can be folded flush, for more space. So, the answer will be the Kia Sedona car for sale. It fits almost every activity on camping, especially when putting in a mattress for sleeping too! The rear tailgate should be raised to accommodate an open tent for any purpose.

Bringing any minivan for car camping is just perfect because the seats can be folded flush, for more space

Alternatively, tables and chair can be placed at the passenger doors on each side with a tent over them, for shelter. Although the Kia Sedona can only access; any easy to reach the area.

3. Nissan Terra 4WD

Now, if some adventure is wanted; then it means using the 4WD capability to reach relatively less commercial and hard reach camping areas. Nissan Terra 4WD is a must to be on the list. 

All that needed is a roof rack to carry extra equipment; to bring in more stuff like tents and awnings for extending the tailgate or door areas. The rear tailgate can be an eating area or a place to put a mattress in; provided there’s enough space when the seat is folded in the rear bay!

4. Mazda CX7 AWD

This mid-sized crossover with AWD, namely Mazda CX7; can access hard to reach camping grounds that cars without AWD. Space inside can be increased by folding everything flush, and space can be used to store equipment during the camping trip. But night comes, leave the tailgate open with drapes to keep the cold out. 

Space inside can be increased by folding everything flush, and space can be used to store equipment during the camping trip

Besides, the doors and the adjacent area can be extended by tents, for more shelter from the elements too. A mattress can be laid out in the cargo bay as make-shift room too.

5. Honda Mobilio

The Honda Mobilio is a good option because it has more than enough interior space in the back with seats folded and has decent room for a couple of people. Just install a mattress for sleeping for good measure.

The Honda Mobilio is a good option because it has more than enough interior space

But, it can only access easily to reach areas; when compared to cars with 4WD or AWD as installed equipment. Just remember to bring tents and tables because it is just a sub-compact only. Not as big as the other options for car camping.

Top 5 cars not recommended for camping

Most of these can be used but are hampered by a compact size, and little room for extra stuff. Another factor is that most of them aren’t equipped with 4WD or AWD to get to hard to reach places. Also, their interior space is too small for a decent sized mattress.

1. Ford Ecosport

Ford Ecosport a small sub-compact crossover that can carry a decent load of equipment and supplies but has limited room for a mattress inside the passenger compartment. Equipment for car camping shouldn’t be too bulky; since it is sub-compact only! Although pack in; a few tents and essential supplies and you’re good to go!

Ford Ecosport a small sub-compact crossover has limited room for a mattress

2. Toyota Avanza

Toyota Avanza a sub-compact MPV, but the seats cannot be folded flush for more space. The height of the tailgate does make it impractical to place a tent, but it can be done. It can load more supplies and bigger equipment for car camping; most of it will be stored outside though.

A large enough mattress can fit, but it won’t be that comfortable in the squished space! Most of the sleeping will be done outside the car though. Another compact MPV suitable for camping is Mitsubishi Adventure 2020 which we have for sale right here. 

Toyota Avanza a sub-compact MPV, but the seats cannot be folded flush for more space

3. Suzuki APV

Here comes another sub-compact APV with non-flush and folding seats, the Suzuki APV; but the tailgate is high enough to have an extended tent connected to it.

It can carry enough ca camping equipment but still limited by the small size. With its limited interior; the APV will not be very comfy to sleep in. This car can only access; most easy to reach camping grounds.

Suzuki APV can carry enough ca camping equipment but still limited by the small size

4. Kia Picanto

One of the most affordable, and numerous sub-compacts on the road, Kia Picanto a small sub-compact to boot! Anyone can try using this for car camping, but a roof rack may be needed to carry extra equipment too.

With limited space; having a tent and basic small camping equipment is the only option. Take this car camping and a night out in the stars is assured!

With limited space; having a tent and basic small camping equipment is the only option

5. Honda Jazz

Honda Jazz is another of the small sub-compacts to try car camping with, but at least the seats can be folded enough to put any mattress. Bring along any small foldable table; for multi-use but only if it can fit inside! No 4WD or AWD equipped but can access regular campsites with ease.

Honda Jazz is another of the small sub-compacts to try car camping with

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This summer if any of the cars on the list is your car, with the top 5 best cars and the least 5 suited for car camping why not try it? This is only a recommendation noting more, but car camping can be done by any car.

Whatever is the preference in the top 5 best cars and the least 5 suited for car camping, just try it and see how it pans out with the top 5 best cars and the least 5 suited for car camping.

All these cars are just right for car camping and visit Philkotse.com for more ways to enjoy road trips.