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Upgraded 3-plus-season fold-out with annex for shoulder-season camping
Last reviewed: April 2026
The Tepui Ruggedized Autana 3 is a 3-plus-season softshell fold-out rooftop tent with an included annex, aluminum base, and 600D polyester ripstop fabric. It sleeps 3, weighs 145 lbs, includes a 2.5-inch mattress, and takes approximately 5 minutes to set up.
At a glance
Why this product
The Ruggedized Autana 3 upgrades the standard Autana with a 3-plus-season rating for extended camping seasons. At 145 lbs it is 15 lbs heavier than the standard Explorer Autana 3, reflecting the additional insulation or material upgrades. The included annex carries over. If you use the Autana platform but camp into shoulder seasons where temperatures drop, the Ruggedized version provides that extra capability for a modest weight increase.
Detailed specs
| Tent Type | Softshell Fold |
| Sleeping Capacity | 3 people |
| Season Rating | 3 Plus |
| Setup Time | 300 sec |
| Tent Weight | 140 lbs |
| Garage Clearance OK | No |
| Mattress Thickness | 2.5 in |
| Mattress Type | High Density Foam |
| Sleeping Area | 38 sq ft |
| Has Annex | Yes |
| Ladder Included | Yes |
| Gas Strut Assisted | No |
| Windows | 5 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Crossbar Compatibility | round, square, aero, factory |
| Shell Material | Aluminum |
| Fabric Material | 600D Polyester Ripstop |
| Waterproof Rating | 3000 mm |
| Interior Lighting | No |
| Shoe Storage | Yes |
| Has Awning | Yes |
Best prices
| Retailer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Check price | Check availability | Check Price |
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Performance analysis
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Fitment
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tahoe(5th Gen) | 2021+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escape(4th Gen) | 2020+ | good |
Alternatives
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Common questions
Crossbars needed |
| Explorer(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V(5th Gen) | 2017–2022 | good | Crossbars needed |
| Pilot(4th Gen) | 2023+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| CR-V(6th Gen) | 2023+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson(4th Gen (NX4)) | 2022+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Santa Fe(5th Gen) | 2024+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee(WL) | 2022+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage(5th Gen) | 2023+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Telluride(1st Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue(3rd Gen (T33)) | 2021+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forester(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Outback(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Forester(5th Gen (SK)) | 2019–2024 | good | Crossbars needed |
| Crosstrek(3rd Gen) | 2024+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla Cross(1st Gen) | 2022+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| 4Runner(5th Gen (N280)) | 2010–2024 | good | Crossbars needed |
| 4Runner(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Highlander(4th Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| RAV4(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| RAV4(5th Gen (XA50)) | 2019–2024 | good | Crossbars needed |