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Volkswagen Passat 2.5 V6 TDI
Caravan leeg: 1000 kg

Caravan
Performance
Weight

The Volkswagen Passat 2.5 V6 TDI with a Caravan leeg: 1000 kg with an actual weight of 1200 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

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

Flat roads
Towing Performance
244
254

Mountains
Risk of snaking
299
204

Weight ratio: 65% (73% of kerbweight) 1200 kg 1834 kg

Payloads

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Volkswagen

Volkswagen Passat 2.5 V6 TDI
Caravan leeg: 1000 kg

Caravan

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Volkswagen 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 65%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 73%.
  • The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
  • Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 204 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 good.
  • 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

Volkswagen Passat 2.5 V6 TDI
2003-2005

Power
163 PS (120 kW)
Torque
350 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Caravan leeg: 1000 kg

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


User Reviews

Matt reviewed a Volkswagen Passat 2.5 V6 TDI:

"We have had no problems towing with our car, a bit concerned as it doesnt match the 85 % rule ...should we be worried ?? "

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