Is a tow capacity of 6,200-6,500 enough?
Hello to all and thanks in advance! I've been going back and forth with the idea of purchasing an SUV or truck. With being a newbie, the process has at times been frustrating and overwhelming. So...
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Our '09 Jeep Commander has a tow rating of 7500 lbs. We tow a 26' travel trailer. The loaded weight of the trailer is around 6500 lbs, I believe. We live at a higher altitude (7,000 ft) and camp anywhere between sea level up to 9,500 ft. The Jeep makes an amazing tow vehicle with plenty of power needed to pull the trailer over the mountains.
With as many as 5 kids joining my wife and I for camping, the 26' trailer has more than met our needs. Despite the argument that you'll always want to upgrade, I honestly wouldn't want to go any bigger. The size of our current setup is just perfect for camping in all of our favorite places.
It is unfortunate Jeep no longer makes a 7 passenger SUV. I hope the upcoming Grand Wagoneer will offer similar tow ratings as our Commander.
With as many as 5 kids joining my wife and I for camping, the 26' trailer has more than met our needs. Despite the argument that you'll always want to upgrade, I honestly wouldn't want to go any bigger. The size of our current setup is just perfect for camping in all of our favorite places.
It is unfortunate Jeep no longer makes a 7 passenger SUV. I hope the upcoming Grand Wagoneer will offer similar tow ratings as our Commander.
