Lexus GX470 or Toyota Sequoia
Hello everyone! We are researching and planning to buy our first travel trailer soon! I'm nervous and excited all at the same time! I'm also buying a new SUV as my primary vehicle and it will be ...
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I towed with a V8 4Runner which is the same platform the Lexus is based on. The T4R had a 7200lbs tow capacity. Trailer was 26' and around 6k loaded. Pulled ok but it was maxed out. Biggest issues were the short wheelbase, could make it a handful in the wind, and the hitch receiver maxed at 750lbs.
Based on that, I would go with the Sequoia. It is based on the Tundra platform and is a very capable tow vehicle. Loved mine, wish I still had it. The tt size you are looking at will be a good match if you're not loading it with 6 heavy passengers. As with any 1/2 ton based vehicle, you will be payload limited.
Based on that, I would go with the Sequoia. It is based on the Tundra platform and is a very capable tow vehicle. Loved mine, wish I still had it. The tt size you are looking at will be a good match if you're not loading it with 6 heavy passengers. As with any 1/2 ton based vehicle, you will be payload limited.
