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Citroen C5 2.0 HDI
Sterckeman Elypse 480

Sterckeman
Performance
Weight

The Citroen C5 2.0 HDI with a Sterckeman Elypse 480 with an actual weight of 1240 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Citroen is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Sterckeman with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is pretty good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
162
121

Mountains
Risk of snaking
151
164

Weight ratio: 75% (85% of kerbweight) 1240 kg 1660 kg

Payloads

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Citroen

Citroen C5 2.0 HDI
Sterckeman Elypse 480

Sterckeman

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Citroen is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
  • If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 75%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 85%.
  • There is a small chance of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are great at high speed. For drivers with knowledge of, and experience in driving a caravan it is safe to drive, but proper and careful loading is still important! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is worth considering.
  • Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 164 points.

If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.

Conclusion

  • Performance is sufficient.
  • If the caravan is well loaded safe driving is possible.
  • It's a perfect match!

 

Influence of User Payload on stability

Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.

Distribute the User Payload by yourself in the caravan and the car and then find out the stability rating of your loading configuration.

More information

More detailed information and specifically calculated top speeds and performance of this outfit.


Specifications

Citroen C5 2.0 HDI
2001-2004

Power
90 PS (66 kW)
Torque
236 Nm @ 1900 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Sterckeman Elypse 480

Mass in Running Order (MIRO)
kg
Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM)
kg


User Reviews

john collinson reviewed a Citroen C5 2.0 HDI:

"I have 90hp C5, I towed on holiday for 2500miles. I found the car torque good and the car a competant tow car. Suspension was a bonus, and seats comfortable.
Gears used 4th, 3rd and 5th. Returned 32mpg"

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