I currently have a 1/2 ton Ram, but due to an expanding family I am looking for something with more interior space. I like the look of the last generation Tahoes (07-14). I found a few deals on some 2013 LTZs and am interested in getting one, but I've read mixed reviews about towing with them.
I'll mostly be towing a 25' travel trailer with a dry weight of 4700 pounds. I usually have a full water tank and some gear when we go camping, so I would guess 5800 pounds or so. The towing capacity is well above that, but I've heard the soft suspension hurts the stability with a long camper. I can't even tell it's back there with the Ram, I don't want to be white knuckling it with the Tahoe. The 5.3 has considerably less power than a Hemi as well, so I'm hoping I won't be taxing the motor too hard either.
Anybody use a Tahoe for towing a camper? If so, would you recommend it, or something else? A Yukon Denali is an option as well, they have the 6.2, so that would help with power.
I'll mostly be towing a 25' travel trailer with a dry weight of 4700 pounds. I usually have a full water tank and some gear when we go camping, so I would guess 5800 pounds or so. The towing capacity is well above that, but I've heard the soft suspension hurts the stability with a long camper. I can't even tell it's back there with the Ram, I don't want to be white knuckling it with the Tahoe. The 5.3 has considerably less power than a Hemi as well, so I'm hoping I won't be taxing the motor too hard either.
Anybody use a Tahoe for towing a camper? If so, would you recommend it, or something else? A Yukon Denali is an option as well, they have the 6.2, so that would help with power.