[Mal]

Hi folks
I have had a great run from my 2011 i30 since I first purchased new in 2011.
It's now clocked up 320,000 ks and still running well with only a few parts required outside the usual service parts, ie brake pads, tires, etc. A new alternator, air-con compressor, internal door handle to name a few, all quite inexpensive really. It beena great car.       
I'm now looking at buying a small Jayco Swift camper trailer and the tare weight posted is 900 Kgs (Touring) or 1130 Kgs ( Outback) models.
Question... will my i30 be capable of doing the job o/k or do I need to buy something with more grunt ?
If its marginal, has anyone any experience in extracting more power from this 2 litre petrol motor if possible ?
I would expect to replace / upgrade the rear shocks and or springs if required to aid handling if required.     
Any suggestions would be very helpful..
Mal   
                               

[josh1990]

Can't comment on the power aspect (we have a diesel), but your biggest issue is going to be towball weight and vehicle payload. We towed a 2022 Jayco Lark without issue, but had to weigh every little thing to stay legal. Yes the lark is heavier overall than the swift, but is lighter on the tow ball. No water in the tank etc. Makes a nice trip annoying.

Additionally the Tare weight of the outback is too high - you probably have a 75/1200 limit - then add any accessories that's added after it was weighed etc etc.

[Mal]

Thanks Josh
I much appreciate your thoughts and I guess its marginal power wise too.
Might have to look for an economical tow vehicle or forget the idea. The price of second hand vehicles being quite ridiculous these days.
Mal