2026 Hyundai SUV Camping and Towing Guide for Alberta Adventurers
2026 Hyundai SUV Camping and Towing Guide for Alberta Adventurers
Posted on June 30, 2026
A good camping vehicle has to answer two questions at once: how much can it pull, and how much can it carry? A trailer needs pulling power, and a weekend of gear needs room. The 2026 Hyundai SUV lineup covers both across a wide range of sizes, from compact models built for tents and totes to three-row haulers ready for a travel trailer.
This guide walks through what each Hyundai SUV can tow and how much it can hold, so you can match the right model to the kind of camping you actually do. Every figure below comes from Hyundai’s published specifications, with towing rated using trailer brakes.
How Much Each Hyundai SUV Can Tow
Towing capacity is the first number most campers check, and the Hyundai lineup spreads across a useful range. The gasoline Palisade and the all-electric IONIQ 9 sit at the top, while compact models focus on lighter loads.
| Model | Powertrain | Max Towing (with trailer brakes) |
| Palisade | Gasoline V6 | 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) |
| IONIQ 9 | Electric (AWD) | 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) |
| Palisade Hybrid | Hybrid | 4,000 lbs (1,814 kg) |
| Tucson | Gasoline | 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg) |
| IONIQ 5 | Electric | 2,698 lbs (1,224 kg) |
| Santa Fe Hybrid | Hybrid | 2,000 lbs (907 kg) |
| Tucson Hybrid | Hybrid | 2,000 lbs (907 kg) |
The Kona, Kona Electric, and Venue focus on hauling gear rather than pulling a trailer, which makes them a strong fit for tent campers who load up the cabin instead.
Cargo Room for Gear and Camping Loads
Towing tells one side of the story; cargo space tells the other. Coolers, tents, camp chairs, and totes add up quickly, and the Hyundai lineup gives you room to spare once the seats fold flat.
- The IONIQ 9 and Palisade lead the way, opening up to 2,462 L and 2,455 L behind the first row.
- The Santa Fe stretches to 2,267 L, and the Tucson reaches 2,119 L, both roomy enough for a full weekend kit.
- The Kona holds up to 1,803 L with the rear seats down, while the Venue offers 902 L for lighter trips.
Matching the Right Hyundai SUV to Your Camping Style
The best choice depends on how you camp. If you tow a travel trailer and bring the whole family, the Palisade and IONIQ 9 give you the most pulling power and the most cargo room in one package. Their 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) rating handles a mid-size trailer with passengers and gear aboard.
If your camper is lighter and fuel stops on a long highway run matter to you, the gasoline Tucson pairs a 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg) tow rating with 2,119 L of cargo space. The Santa Fe Hybrid and Tucson Hybrid each tow up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg), a sensible match for a small utility trailer or a teardrop camper while keeping fuel use in check.
For tent campers who skip the trailer altogether, the Kona, Kona Electric, and Venue keep things simple. You load the cabin, fold the seats, and head out. The IONIQ 5 adds a 2,698 lbs (1,224 kg) tow rating on top of 1,655 L of cargo room, giving electric drivers a flexible option for shorter hauls.
Think about three things before you decide: the weight of the trailer or camper you plan to pull, the number of people coming along, and how much gear travels with you. Those three answers point you toward the right size of Hyundai SUV more reliably than any single spec on its own.
Plan Your Next Trip with Grande Prairie Hyundai
The numbers are a starting point, but seeing the cargo area and the hitch setup in person makes the choice clearer. Stop by Grande Prairie Hyundai in Grande Prairie to compare these SUVs side by side and find the towing and cargo combination that fits the way you camp.