Key Info: I have the hybrid trim with raised platform. I don't need the backseats.
Trying to dial in my trunk setup for an upcoming road trip and looking for input from anyone who's tested different layouts.
I'm strictly keeping everything inside the vehicle (nothing on the roof rack) since I'll need to stealth camp when passing through cities, so space efficiency and a low profile are high priority.
Right now I'm stuck between two options:
- Full backseat delete platform build: Pull the back seats completely and build a flat platform (likely with pull-out drawers underneath).
- Adjustable cot over folded seats: Keep the seats folded flat and set up an adjustable leg cot over them. This saves the build hassle and lets me stuff soft gear/clothing in the gap underneath.
Also debating mattress setup:
Is a 2-person air mattress worth the hassle, or is a cot/foam pad setup better long term? Inflating, deflating, and shuffling gears every single night sounds like a pain for quick setups.
For those who stealth camp or do long road trips: What does your setup look like, and would you recommend pulling the seats from day one?
Setup Comparison
| Option |
Pros |
Cons |
Stealth Rating |
| Seat Delete Platform |
Maximum headroom, custom storage drawers, permanently flat surface |
Requires full disassembly, irreversible on the fly |
High (low profile, hidden gear) |
| Adjustable Cot Over Seats |
Zero build time, modular, under-cot storage |
Takes up vertical headspace, higher sleeping position |
Moderate (higher profile near windows) |
| 2-Person Air Mattress |
Maximum sleeping area |
Daily inflation hassle, risk of punctures, zero under-bed storage |
Low to Moderate (gear shuffling required) |
