You could also look into a Tahoe, Yukon and Suburban, as they also share a truck frame and weight.Ī new Toyota Highlander.
They are also a heavier vehicles with longer wheelbase so much more control. A Sequoia and Armada are same frame as a Tundra and Titan respectively. On paper, a Highlander and minivans can to your TT, but I personally would not tow with it. In addition, smaller wheelbase and unibody type frame provides less control as well. Heavy winds can cause the TT to push your car around and possibly lose control. The problem with most SUV and minivans is that they’re too light to tow most camper trailers safely during high winds and emergency braking.
When towing a camper trailer, you have to factor in your vehicle weight, type of frame, wheelbase, etc. And to get the highest number they can, they almost never use camper trailers. So most of the tests were done with small enclosed or flat trailers. Each car manufacturer can use whatever trailer they want to test their tow limits. There are a lot more factors to consider than just tow capacity and payload. I'm not looking to break any speed records, but I don't want to die on a hill, either.Īdvice or experience would be greatly appreciated thanks in advance.Įdit: I forgot to mention that the hitch weight of the Coleman is 385 lbs. I should mention that we'll be doing most trips within a few hours, but we definitely want the option of driving from Maryland to Colorado or even California. can I get away with the Highlander or Odyssey? The whole financial picture would be much better if I could unhook my tow vehicle and use it to commute to work without breaking the bank. I love the Sequoia for its 5.7L, but I might also need to use it for a commuting vehicle - and the fuel economy terrifies me. I'm surprised that the Odyssey and the Highlander have a higher payload capacity than the Sequoia. The payloads might be tight, if we travel heavy. under the tow capacity of the Highlander or the Odyssey, and way under options 1) and 2). Even if we add on 1000 lbs of gear into the trailer, we're still 1000 lbs. On paper, the tow capacities of all vehicles look ok. Tow capacity 5000 lbs, payload capacity at least 1349 lbs. Tow capacity 5000 lbs, payload capacity at least 1485 lbs. Tow capacity 8500 lbs, payload capacity 1500 lbs. A used Toyota Sequoia 5.7L: Tow capacity at least 7000 lbs, payload capacity 1300 lbs.
It will be the the two of us traveling, along with our two kids (now 9 and 11 yrs old), and a 50-lb dog, and we need that 3rd row for kids to have a little extra space, dog to hang out, etc. Here is my main constraint: wife and I are on the same page that we need an SUV with 3rd row seats. We do not yet have a tow vehicle for it, and I am really going back and forth over this decision. In no event shall be liable for any damages whatsoever, including, without limitation, those resulting from loss of use, data or profits, whether or not advised of the possibility of damage, and on any theory of liability, arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of this site or other documents which are referenced by or linked to this site.I just picked up a new 21' Coleman Lantern LT 17B. You should not assume that this site is error-free. This site is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. In addition, disclaims any and all liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly as a result of errors, omissions or discrepancies.
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