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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What does the door sticker say for GVWR? You don't mention your family size, but since you're looking at a bunkhouse, I assume you have kids. This means even more cargo, bikes, etc.
Keep in mind that the trailer you're contemplating weighs as much as the Santa Fe. As others have mentioned, the sail effect of a hard side trailer is significant as well. Your Hyundai would probably pull a 5,000 pound boat very well, but a travel trailer is a different beast. If it was me, I'd be looking at something lighter, maybe without a slide, or a popup.
Keep in mind that the trailer you're contemplating weighs as much as the Santa Fe. As others have mentioned, the sail effect of a hard side trailer is significant as well. Your Hyundai would probably pull a 5,000 pound boat very well, but a travel trailer is a different beast. If it was me, I'd be looking at something lighter, maybe without a slide, or a popup.
