Poles Included SUV Tailgate Tent with Three Sides Awning Shade & Transmittance Mosquito Net, Hatchback Camping Sunproof Car Tent, Universal SUV Windproof Car Camping Gear Tent Outdoor Travel.

I used this SUV tailgate tent for a four-week cross-country road trip through 24 states and 8 national parks, and I’m genuinely grateful I had it. This tent was worked hard—dust, pine sap, frost, curious critters, extreme heat, chilly nights, and a bit of rain—and it handled everything beautifully. Setup and breakdown are extremely simple once you understand your vehicle’s attachment points. Full transparency: my best friend and I did one dry-run setup before leaving (probably should’ve done one in the dark), and our very first real setup was in pitch black at a national park—which was tough that one time. After that learning curve, it became effortless. I’ve since had it fully set up in under 90 seconds in the dark at NP and BLM sites. Solo setup takes about 3 minutes since you go back and forth a bit. Overall, it is very easy to assemble and remove. When parked near trees or existing gear, I often didn’t even use the poles for the awning—I just tied it off and went. Huge win after long driving days. Durability really impressed me. The fabric handled pine sap balls in Yellowstone (which wiped off more easily than expected), desert dust, frost, and general wear. Zippers are smooth and sturdy—no flimsy hardware—and nearly a year later they still look great with no rust or damage. The included ropes and stakes are solid and long enough to secure the tent well in variable conditions. I didn’t personally use the poles or stakes on this trip, but I appreciate having them and will update if I do. Ventilation is where this tent truly shines and was a big reason I chose it. You have multiple configuration options: full hatch open, partially zipped with side ventilation, or fully closed for warmth. I often used a half-open setup for privacy and airflow, which was ideal. I camped everywhere from scorching Sedona to Yellowstone nights in the low 40s. When it got cold, I could easily close the hatch from inside the SUV—without waking my sleeping travel partner—which turned out to be a surprisingly important detail. In warmer areas like NM, AZ, and UT, the large hatch opening and side vents paired perfectly with a small camping fan. Privacy was also excellent. Being able to angle the awning and zip panels strategically based on neighboring campsites made sleeping and changing much more comfortable, especially in busy areas. Weather protection was solid for what we encountered—light rain stayed out, the fabric didn’t soak through, and it dried quickly enough to pack up and roll out without stress. One practical note for first-time car campers: if you’re staying at parks where you need to drive to trailheads or viewpoints, you’ll either need to detach the tent and leave it with your gear at the campsite, or pack it up before heading out. That’s just part of how car camping works with any vehicle-mounted setup. We often stored items in bear boxes and had no issues setting everything back up when we returned. One unexpected bonus: the adjustable strap design created a real sense of safety. In a worst-case scenario (wildlife or otherwise), we could hop in the driver’s seat and leave without fully taking the tent down—and still have visibility while driving. I also love how compact this tent repacks. It’s not one of those products you can never get back into the bag. I had no issues, and it stores small enough that I keep it in my spare tire well—very thoughtful design. Fit-wise, this tent has worked across multiple vehicles so far: a 2009 Honda CR-V, a 2019 Honda CR-V, and a 2021 Dodge Durango. If you have a hatchback SUV—or even a hatchback-style sedan like a Subaru—this should be a solid fit. For me, the value far exceeds the cost. I would absolutely purchase this tent again and can’t wait to use it on my next off-road adventure. If you’re car camping, road-tripping, or spending time off-grid, this tent is absolutely worth it.

Overall works good. Needs better awning poles or way to stake the bottom of the poles into the ground. A little big for smaller SUV (2019 Jeep Cherokee Latitude), as the rear opening is hard to zipper open with it down low on the bumper area. (Cannot move elastic area higher/farther forward without compromising the "seal" and that IS NEEDED here in FL to keep the mosquitos out!!! Also, would HIGHLY recommend two (2) people to get this set up easier! Otherwise, would recommend.

This worked really well. If you have ever put up a tent, you can figure this out. Definitely have the instructions there. It can be slightly confusing at first. And then depending on the shape of the back end of your vehicle there might be a little bit of gapping on the elastic part, so I improvised and used the magnetic chip clips to close the gap. They also include 2 window screen pull overs so you can have your windows open without bugs getting in. I would take away a half a star for the poles. They are ok but they are not that sturdy. They do work and you can always replace them with others later but the fact that you would need to is a down side.

Not to hard to put up despite directions being vague But the first night of using it the mesh tore away from the zipper.

This tent is well made! It for perfect on my 2020 Jeep. The zipper was the same as I've used on most tents... because be careful with it, and it should last. The size was perfect, and I loved having the awning in the back - it function well to keep the Sun out of the back of the vehicle. I would recommend this product, I find it to be a great value for my money. I am an avid SUV camper, and this is a game changer! Set up is super fast and easy, so if you have to go somewhere it's no big deal - just stuff it in the back and go and set it up again when you return to your site. If it's going to be windy, I do recommend some sandbags for the bottom of the poles.