[detroitm2]

Hey all, so I figured I'd post this in hopes that someone can pass along some good deals that they've seen.

I'm looking to lease a Tow vehicle. Full size truck capable of pulling an enclosed trailer with my M2 inside plus tires, fuel, tools, etc. Probably a minimum of 10K lbs towing.

I do not really care about options. 4x4 and navigation would be nice, and obviously a Tow package capable of above.

I'm looking for a low mileage lease as this will be a 3rd vehicle and will not be driven much.

It's worth noting that I do have an employee purchase control number from dodge. (my father in law is retired FCA)

So what's the best deals out there right now?

Thanks.

[xlover]

Originally Posted by detroitm2

Hey all, so I figured I'd post this in hopes that someone can pass along some good deals that they've seen.

I'm looking to lease a Tow vehicle. Full size truck capable of pulling an enclosed trailer with my M2 inside plus tires, fuel, tools, etc. Probably a minimum of 10K lbs towing.

I do not really care about options. 4x4 and navigation would be nice, and obviously a Tow package capable of above.

I'm looking for a low mileage lease as this will be a 3rd vehicle and will not be driven much.

It's worth noting that I do have an employee purchase control number from dodge. (my father in law is retired FCA)

So what's the best deals out there right now?

Thanks.

You probably want the non-bmw section....

[stein_325i]

Check leasehackr for lease deals on a Ford F150, Ram 1500 or Chevy Silverado 1500.

[ZL9M2]

I would go heavier than the 1/2 ton gas models..

[detroitm2]

Originally Posted by xlover

You probably want the non-bmw section....

Yup! Picked the wrong one. Maybe mods can move it?

[detroitm2]

Originally Posted by ZL9M2

I would go heavier than the 1/2 ton gas models..

If I was buying one, I'd agree. But for the amount I need to use it, I can't warrant the added cost. A 1/2 is plenty capable of hauling an enclosed car trailer with the relatively flat terrain we have around here.

[detroitm2]

Originally Posted by stein_325i

Check leasehackr for lease deals on a Ford F150, Ram 1500 or Chevy Silverado 1500.

Thanks. Didn't see anything in my region sadly.

[Our03z4]

I own quite a few trucks ranging for half tons to one ton. Personally I wouldn't pull a car with anything less than a 3/4 ton. Can it do it, sure, done it before my self. Its all fun until an emergency situation pops up, I learned never to trust it. It really comes down to the tow vehicle its self not weighing enough.

I've had every domestic brand plus Nissan Titan and Izuzu, I've found the only brand that holds up to my work are fords. I bought a "new" 3/4 ton in 2020 and it was cheaper than a lease. Only had 1k miles and full warranty. Persons financing fell through some how and a new ford dealer got it from auction. Put about 20k miles on it so far and it has been flawless. Have over a million miles on my current fleet with very little issues, all Fords. I'm not a brand snob, I just use what works best from a financial aspect.

As soon as electric trucks become available and have good pulling range we will switch no matter the brand.

Good luck and let us know what you get!

[jmack]

3rd getting a 3/4 ton. 1/2 ton towing capacity is usually limited by payload capacity. With the tongue weight from ~3000lb trailer + 3500lb M2, tires, fuel, tools, plus yourself, passengers, any other supplies - you will probably be over payload even with a max-tow F-150.

[mikado463]

are you considering a diesel ?

[detroitm2]

Originally Posted by mikado463

are you considering a diesel ?

not against it.

[SteveinArizona]

Originally Posted by detroitm2

not against it.

I am not a diesel fan but for your usage, it might be the sensible choice.

[David70]

I think a 1/2 ton, if spec'd out correctly could carry/pull the weight, you just have to figure out all the weights for the trailer as well as what you plan to put in the truck. Next question is if this spec'd out correctly 1/2 ton makes sense or you just end up getting a 3/4, have to run the numbers to figure it out.

For this "will not be driven much" leased truck I wouldn't bother with the upcharge for a diesel. Again, you have to run the numbers to see what the lease charge is, maybe the diesel's higher residual covers a lot of the cost.

I doubt this is a good place to figure out "the best deal's out there now".

[ZL9M2]

If you're going new, get a diesel. Set the cruise and go. You will be much more relaxed when you get to where you're going not listening to the gasser upshift/downshift/scream up grades... I tow with an F550 chassis Super C and don't even know the trailer is there. Behind my 3/4 ton Suburban it is still a bit of a chore. I again would not go half ton.

[detroitm2]

Originally Posted by ZL9M2

If you're going new, get a diesel. Set the cruise and go. You will be much more relaxed when you get to where you're going not listening to the gasser upshift/downshift/scream up grades... I tow with an F550 chassis Super C and don't even know the trailer is there. Behind my 3/4 ton Suburban it is still a bit of a chore. I again would not go half ton.

I appreciate the input, but I have no plans to go up to a 3/4 ton or larger. Its not needed for what I'm looking to do.

I will say, this isnt my first truck, I've owned many trucks over the years and never had any issues pulling a car/trailer with several 1/2 tons that I've owned.

Yes, I realize they will pull better. Yes, I realize its added wear and tear. I'm willing to accept those compromises for the sake of budget.

This thread has devolved into people trying to explain why I should spend more money, and not what the original question was.

I'll continue to do my own research, thank you all for your opinions on the matter.

[ZL9M2]

Well in that case I would go with the lightest Dodge you can get with a diesel; given the in you have there. Hell, I pulled an open car trailer for a summer with a V6 Montero and no trailer brakes; so anything can be done.

[GenXer]

Modern 1/2 ton trucks are quite capable of towing. My Silverado had no issue pulling my 8000 pound camping trailer up a mountain road. Fuel consumption is a bit scary while towing but the engine and transmission aren't taxed or burden at all with this much constant load.

Half ton is a payload capacity on the actual truck bed itself but even that's a misnomer.
Most of them can haul over a ton.

When optioned with towing equipment, most 1/2 ton can tow 10,000 - 13,000 pounds easily.

My recommendation would be a Ford V6 Turbo or a Chevy crew cab straight 6 3.0 liter Diesel.

Unless you're planning on towing heavy construction equipment all the time, anything larger would be overkill for most people.

I see lots of people driving around a 1 ton dually with nothing in the back using it like a family sedan. What a waste.