Can I Tow This Camper Safely?
Hi All, I have a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe with the factory tow package which is rated to tow up to 5000 pounds and I want to get the Coachman Apex Nano 193BHS camper with a GVWR of 4600 pounds. My ques...
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camp-n-family wrote:
There's no reason it shouldn't tow it safely if it's within its ratings.
Sure there is - lack of wheelbase, which for this vehicle apparently varies between 106" to 110" - awfully short for towing a travel trailer, even a shorter one like this Apex the OP is interested in. Talk about the tail wagging the dog. :E
Sure, with very cautious loading the OP probably can remain within various weight limits but that's only part of the story - wind resistance alone will have this little Hyundai puffing it's heart out at highway speeds dragging a trailer with the same aerodynamics as a barn door. I wouldn't do it but hey, what do I know, I'm not an "expert" like all the "You'll be fine" pundits. :W
