What's the best towing vehicle ?

[Hank70SS]

Are you looking at a pickup or something like a Suburban, Yukon, Expedition? The last 3 are awesome tow vehicles but gas mileage will suck. The Sub/Yukon with the 8.1L (496cid) will tow just about anything you can hook to it. May actually be more than you need for towing but has lots of seating and cargo capacity.

Any full size PU with a V8 and tow package should be able to handle 6,500 lbs. You'll give up seating though unless it's a crew cab and they can be a huge truck to maneuver in parking lots, etc. as a daily driver.

Avoid 4WD unless you think you really need it. Worse gas mileage and more maintenance/repair issues.

Also consider 1/2 ton vehicles vs 3/4 ton. 3/4 ton usually have truck tires, much more expensive to replace. As are the brakes and other items that may need to replaced.

6,500 lbs is a bit of weight, I would not consider towing that much on a regular basis or for any distance without a full size PU or one of the SUVs mentioned. I don't like the tail wagging the dog.