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Igloo Polar 120 Qt. Cooler: specs and car camping fit

Updated 2026-09-24 ยท Researched from published specs and verified owner reviews

Quick answerThe Igloo Polar 120 Qt. Cooler lists at $115.99. By our cooler calculator (food, three drinks a day each, and ice at the right ratio), 120 quarts covers 4 people for 2 days, 4 people for 3 days, 2 people for 5 days.
Listed specifications
BrandIgloo
TypeHard cooler
Price when checked$115.99
Capacity120 quarts

Figures are taken from the Amazon listing title and feature bullets. Prices change often.

What does it mean for car camping?

By our cooler calculator (food, three drinks a day each, and ice at the right ratio), 120 quarts covers 4 people for 2 days, 4 people for 3 days, 2 people for 5 days.

Filling it at 2:1 takes about 96 lb of cubed ice. Estimated ice life at an 85F high in shade: about 3.6 days, as a planning figure rather than a lab result.

What the listing says

  • UV inhibitors in lid guard against sun damage.
  • Stain- and odor-resistant liner.
  • Threaded drain plug for hose hook up.
  • Reinforced, swing-up handles with tie-down loop feature.
  • Dual, snap-fit latches secure lid closure.
  • Snap-lock, child safety latch.

Seller-provided feature bullets, quoted as listed, not independently verified.

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