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BMW X5 3.0d [7-seats]
Adria Adora Thames

Adria
Performance
Weight

The BMW X5 3.0d [7-seats] with a Adria Adora Thames with an actual weight of 1800 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 very good. And also the weight of the Adria with a User Payload (176 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
280
330

Mountains
Risk of snaking
333
167

Weight ratio: 70% (76% of kerbweight) 1800 kg 2560 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 X5 3.0d [7-seats]
Adria Adora Thames

Adria

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 driving license.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 70%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 76%.
  • 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 95 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 167 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 very 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 X5 3.0d [7-seats]
2007-2010

Power
235 PS (173 kW)
Torque
520 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Adria Adora Thames

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


User Reviews

tim dryden reviewed a BMW X5 3.0d [7-seats]:

"Thanks to previous reviews I chose the BMW X5 3.0d to pull an Adria Thames. Combo is superb! Was a little concerned with the Adria choice due to the single axle set up & over 8ft wide....How wrong was I to be.....the unit is a perfect match with no deviation even when trapped between HGV' s. The motor pulls like a train while still returning a very respectable 25+ mpg....would recommend the combo to anyone"

See more BMW X5 reviews.

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