Discover the best cars for car camping adventures, offering comfort, storage, and reliability for your next outdoor getaway.
Introduction
Car camping is the ideal mix of road trip freedom and outdoor immersion. In such camping you get the pleasure of sleeping under the stars without the pain of setting up a tent. Whether you are looking for weekend getaways or extended national park road trips, the car you pick becomes your ride and your shelter. From spacious SUVs to practical crossovers and all electric camper vans 2025 has a handful of moving designs. These are more comfortable, practical and capable off the road than ever before.
5 Best Cars for Car Camping Adventures
Subaru Outback Wilderness
The 2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness is one of the most beloved vehicles for car camping and for good reason. What makes it a hit for me is its 9.5 inches of ground clearance standard all wheel drive and a suspension that can handle gravel roads forest trails and snow packed routes.
On the inside the Outbacks fold flat rear seats create enough of a sleeping layout for two adults. The roof is available for tent accessories could make it even more versatile. Subaru X-Mode creates traction on slippery ground while the built in roof rails are ready for bikes kayaks or rooftop boxes.
Best for: Weekend warriors and solo travelers looking for simple, inexpensive and reliable go anywhere setup.
Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro
The 2025 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro is a beast designed for families but also for hardcore campers. This full size SUV comes with three rows of seating which offers plenty of space to store your belongings and sleep inside. With a twin turbo V6 hybrid engine its got enough power to tow a trailer or camper if you decide to upgrade your setup.
The TRD Pro package has Fox shocks, skid plates and an upgraded 4WD system great for off grid campsites. And the panoramic moon roof creates a stargazing friendly environment all without setting foot outside.
Best for: Families and adventurers who want power, space and comfort all in one package.
Rivian R1S
For those entering the future of camping Rivians 2025 R1S is an all electric flag in SUV form for the adventurous types. It is equipped with 390 miles of range quad motor AWD and pneumatic adjustable suspension. That’s the main reason, the R1S feels at home in the wild as it does downtown.
Its flat back cargo area is great for sleeping bags or camping pads. The R1S is also designed to support overlanding with a rooftop tent, gear tunnel and modular kitchen available as extras. Battery operated built in outlets for charging any electronic device or for use with small appliances.
Best for: Eco conscious campers who want top line features, stealthy off road capability and brainy technology.
Honda Passport TrailSport
The 2025 Honda Passport Trail Sport is an underrated treasure as a camping vehicle. With a punishing look off road tuned suspension and all wheel drive its rugged enough to tame most campgrounds and moderate trails.
Yeah this time around, in the interior department it provides a roomy cabin with flat folding seats and hardly any wheel well intrusion both eye-catchy phrases among those who like to lay back there. The Passport is supplemented further with a significant number of storage cubbies, roof rails and integrated tie down hooks.
Best for: Bargain hunters who want a middle ground between comfort, performance and dependable construction.
Ford Transit Trail
So if you love the idea of a fully customized camping experience Ford 2025 Transit Trail van is yours to create. Its lifted with knobby tires and all wheel drive and provides an unadorned interior to be fitted out with beds, storage, fridges or workspaces.
What sets it apart from an RV is flexibility you determine how sparsely or luxuriously you want to camp. Optional solar power swiveling front seats and an extended roof models give the Transit Trail some vanlife flexibility.
Good for: Full timers digital nomads and DIY builders who want complete control over their camping setup.
Key features to consider:
- Seats or sleeping surfaces fold or collapse flat
- AWD or 4WD for trail access
- Roof rails for gear storage
- Optional power and solar compatibility
- Good fuel economy or electric range
Final Thoughts
You want the right car for camping, and if you are in the market for a camping car the perfect camping car will have a blends of cargo space, drivability, comfort and off road capabilities. Whether you are into solo road trips or trekking around off the grid in your CAR the 2025 car lineup has something for everyone.
