Camping is a family hobby enjoyed by many and what’s not to love? Exploring the wilderness and breathing in that fresh air is often a well-deserved treat from city life. Why not get closer to nature along the way? – gazing at the stars in an inky blue night sky, beats a five-star hotel any day. To help you get the most out of the experience, Lookers has compiled 5 of the best cars for your camping trip:
- Nissan X-Trail
- Ford Galaxy
- Volvo V90
- Range Rover
- Volkswagen Touareg
Due to their size, these cars can double up as your shelter for the night too.
Ford Galaxy
If you’re on the hunt for practicality and size, the Ford Galaxy could be the one for you. If your family extends beyond the average 2.4 children, or if you just prefer more space, then you need a car that not only has enough room to seat everyone but also has enough room for the tent, bags and multiple essentials – a bit of a tall order. Step forward the seven-seater Galaxy – it could be just what you are looking for. This exceptional people carrier has flexible seating with the Easyfold system meaning that you can effortlessly fold each second-row seat flat at the touch of a button. Powerfold also makes loading heavy items a little less time consuming with its automatic third row lowering and raising setting.
Nissan X-Trail
Do you always seem to stumble upon adventure on your trips? If you fancy a bit of bushcraft à la Ray Mears, then the Nissan X-Trail makes an ideal travelling companion. Load up the bikes, kayak and even the family dog. The five rearmost of the Nissan X-Trail’s seven seats can fold flat into the floor when not in use, making it perfect for throwing an air mattress in the back for a night’s sleep. Once day breaks and you want to get on the road again, you can do so in a smooth-riding, well-built, economical SUV. A win-win for everyone.
Volvo V90
Volvo are experts on exploring the outdoors. Over the years the Swedish giants have produced many models that are ideally suited to different terrains. The new Volvo V90 continues this long-standing tradition in some style. Featuring cutting edge tech such as Large Animal Detection and Run-off Road Mitigation, the V90 is built for these environments. The handy collapsible back row with two stage child safety seats, offer peace of mind when travelling long distances with younger children. And, of course, it wouldn’t be a Volvo without a cavernous boot. Perfect for loading up on those trip essentials. Just don’t forget to pack the sleeping bags and your camping stove! If you need compact essentials for a big trip with the whole family, remember that you can find plenty of gear online. If you want a starting point, Ozzi gear reclining camping chairs are a great way to relax in comfort, without compromising boot space.
Volkswagen Touareg
If you value your journey as much as you do the destination, this could be the vehicle for you. For that purpose, the Volkswagen Touareg is one of the best 4X4 for staycationing. With those Volkswagen credentials it’s reliable of course – important on those coast to coast overnight journeys – and luxurious too. It has an impressive engine and permanent four-wheel drive so it won’t let you down when you’re parking on ground that’s less than terra firma.
Range Rover
Do you tend to drift off-road when you get caught up in adventure? The Range Rover covers you for more terrains than others. Adjustable air suspension allows even the most luxurious Land Rover to clear above rocks which might otherwise damage the underside of the car, while a wading depth of 90cm should make the occasional river crossing stress-free. Go for the 3.0-litre turbodiesel V6 engine which boasts the torque to scale for the most intimidating of inclines.
Once you’ve decided which car meets all your needs, pop into your local Lookers dealership today for a test drive.
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