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BMW X3 2.5si
Elddis Odyssey 525

Elddis
Performance
Weight

The BMW X3 2.5si with a Elddis Odyssey 525 with an actual weight of 1560 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the BMW is in general good. And also the weight of the Elddis with a User Payload (187 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is not too heavy, if the caravan is well loaded.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
261
219

Mountains
Risk of snaking
304
147

Weight ratio: 77% (86% of kerbweight) 1560 kg 2030 kg

Payloads

The User Payload in the car (including all passengers) and in the caravan is:

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Caravan




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BMW

BMW X3 2.5si
Elddis Odyssey 525

Elddis

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the BMW is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
  • If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, you will need a B+E (or B96) driving license.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 77%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 86%.
  • 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 85 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 147 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.
  • 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

BMW X3 2.5si
2006-2010

Power
218 PS (160 kW)
Torque
250 Nm @ 2750 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Elddis Odyssey 525

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


User Reviews

John Gibbs reviewed a BMW X3 2.5si:

"The most capable towcar I've everowned in over 20 years of towing. Even on undulating, twisty country roads it is capable of towing our van in 6th gear and economy is better than I expected. With a fullload (86%) there is no rolling or pitching and caravan follows very well."

See more BMW X3 reviews.

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