Towing a camper trailer with Pajero Sport
Submitted: Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 21:16
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MartyMoose
Hey all your 4WD experts.....
we have recently purchased a soft top camper that is relatively large. Tare weight of 1320 and ATM of 2000. we are looking to buy a 4WD that we can use to tow the camper a bit more effectively than our Kia
Sorrento. The Kia has a max tow capacity of 2000kg so we are right on the limit.
we have been looking at the Pajero and also the Pajero Sport, amongst the other regular options of Prado, MUX, etc.
we have
test driven the Pajero and the Pajero Sport and felt that the Pajero Sport didn't have the same power as the Pajero, even though the engine power is similar in the vehicle specs.
does anyone out there have experience towing a large camper of small caravan with a Pajero Sport who would be willing to share their experience. Good/Bad/Otherwise???
Any other recommendations would be welcome.
thanks Brainstrust.
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Reply By: KevinE - Friday, May 11, 2018 at 22:41
Friday, May 11, 2018 at 22:41
They are chalk & cheese!
The Pajero is a full sized wagon with a monocoque chassis & independent
suspension all round.
The Sport is a small wagon built on a Triton full chassis.
The ride is MASSIVELY different, as is how they compare as tow vehicles.
The Pajero tows the weights that you mention with ease & it is very comfortable.
The Sport will tow the weight, but not as easily. It won't be anywhere near as comfortable.
Tyre wear will be better on the Sport when towing.
The Sport will also handle corrugations better.
Your choice! ;)
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