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Honda CR-V 2.0 16v
Hobby De Luxe 540 UK

Hobby
Performance
Weight

The Honda CR-V 2.0 16v with a Hobby De Luxe 540 UK with an actual weight of 1493 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Honda is in general more than sufficient. But the weight of the Hobby with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is quite heavy. Proper and careful loading is essential and don't drive too fast. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly!

Flat roads
Towing Performance
217
123

Mountains
Risk of snaking
221
118

Weight ratio: 84% (95% of kerbweight) 1493 kg 1779 kg

Payloads

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Honda

Honda CR-V 2.0 16v
Hobby De Luxe 540 UK

Hobby

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Honda is 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 84%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 95%.
  • The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving exist. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are so great that it could be dangerous. Only if the driver has knowledge of and experience in driving a caravan it should be safe to drive. Proper and careful loading is essential! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is recommended.
  • Recommended noseweight is 75 - 80 kg.
  • Towball limit is 60 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 118 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 more than sufficient.
  • Proper and careful loading is still important!
  • 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

Honda CR-V 2.0 16v
2002-2004

Power
150 PS (110 kW)
Torque
190 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Hobby De Luxe 540 UK

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


User Reviews

PAUL REYNOLDS reviewed a Honda CR-V 2.0 16v:

"I have towed several caravans with my 1999 Honda 2.0 ltr Petrol Manual CRV all without problems. This model has the 150 bhp engine and is lower geared than most modern cars giving an easy unstressed feel. The CRV has proved 100% reliable requiring only routine service and two tyres in 7 years of ownership. Like all towing if you load the vehicle correctly and stay well within the 85% recommended limit the CRV will prove an efficient and easy to live with car both solo and when towing. I am now looking for an updated vehicle and a later model CRV is top of the list, possibly a Petrol / Auto."

See more Honda CR-V reviews.

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