Truck vs SUV for Overlanding - Which Is Better?

The big debate about which is better for overlanding - a truck or an SUV. I try to break it down a little in this video to give you some pros and cons of either setup. The short answer is, neither is 'better' overall, but one might be better for you...

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[LastLineOfDefense]

So what's your choice, Truck or SUV?

[davif]

Going overlanding in my honda fit, wish me luck.

[SoCal_rnr]

#TeamSUV #4runner
Sleeping inside the cabin, better Departure angle, longer Roof rack, No One asking you to help them move

[codybroussard]

i do truck stuff in my 4runner.

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[jacobhendrickson]

The main thing here!! When choosing your truck, SUV, or wagon just choose wisely. Make absolute certain it’s a Toyota.

[MrLunchbox]

I choose SUV because I just love the look of 5th gen 4Runners

[beyondhorizons]

"Yes, this is my truck - And No, I am not going to help you to move!" :)

[bobjackson]

The day I parked my Chevy Suburban under the "loading zone" awning at Home Depot, sliding 4'x8' sheets of drywall in pouring rain, while all the pick-up guys gave me funny is forever sealed in my brain. I just smiled.
Sure, I can't take a scoop of mulch from a skid-steer into the bed, but hey... I haul more things I want to keep dry, than I do things than need the "accessibility" of a truck bed. To each his own. Rock on dudes.

[dtrn]

The reason I bought a 4runner over a Tacoma was to store and secure my coolers when I go long range fishing. Sometimes I’ll be gone for two weeks and it would be a bummer if my coolers weren’t there when I get back. I just wish Toyota did make a better securing system in the back to tie down equipment just like you mentioned.

[adamw]

Every time he says “truck”, take a shot...

[ryanhibbs]

I love my FJ cruiser and if I ever feel like I need more space for “truck stuff” I just hook up my trailer

[harlemsfinest]

The main thing drawing me towards a SUV is the "you can sleep inside" factor, not just for the weather, but as a precaution as a prepper. However, I like the extra options a truck offers and I hadn't considered the higher need to secure things down in a SUV. Maybe I'll look more into trucks with camper shell mods... I just don't really like how they look... I too am pretty interested in how the new Ford Bronco will turn out.

[GG-nvgt]

I’ve had an SUV for 16yrs (4runners). I was going to purchase a pickup truck, but ended up buying a 5x10’ trailer. This is nice bc I can drive where I’d like and haul what I “need”. I’m not one who rock crawls, mainly trails and beach. I can drop the trailer (lock it down while gone) and head out on the trails/beach. This year I’m looking to start using the 4runner as my tent. Just me and the dog. Otherwise I use a ground tent. Great vid!

[petertang]

You should explain awd vs 4wd. Lockers vs open. Uni body vs body on frame. Juat some content ideas.

[ElevationEveryWeekend]

They both have their attributes. I came from a series of Jeep Wranglers and still love them, but now that I have a 2018 Tacoma off road I am loving it, and can’t see myself being without a truck again for all the versatility! The truck has been great to haul and facilitate my mountain and fat biking.

[rjmb]

I’d go truck, it’s like the Swiss army knife of vehicles.

[jeromeburrasca]

LIFTED BUILT SUBURBAN ON 40s, gear swapped, Lockers, lights. No bear or mountain lion attacks while sleeping and never exceeding vehicles payload rating design capacity and you can still tow!! Full size SUVs are the :)

[jeffrooke]

Wife and I have been dealing with the truck, suv thing for a few months now, we decided to get both!
She decided she wants a truck, instead of her Tahoe( I hate that thing) So pretty sure she is going with 2020 Tacoma off road premium, I am turning my Rubicon into a full time ranch vehicle, and getting 2020 4 Runner off road premium. Too much dust down here for cloth seats( been there done that) so we both want the fake leather, also helps when you have 4 dogs, and an occasional grand kid tagging along.

[donowtube]

That guitar analogy was spot on. I bought a nice Taylor that was kind of expensive so I'd feel the need to play it. For the most part its worked!

[KJSIR]

I have like the SUV platform, with trailers. We have several trailers. Most modern trucks will not haul a 4x8 sheet of plywood or large toys. You may not want to put gravel, sand, garbage or big loads in your new truck bed.
So you will want a trailer anyway.

SUV works for my lifestyle, with trailers and an old full size pickup.