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Volvo S80 D5
Abbey GTS 215

Abbey
Performance
Weight

The Volvo S80 D5 with a Abbey GTS 215 with an actual weight of 1360 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Volvo is in general very good. And also the weight of the Abbey with a User Payload (176 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is pretty good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
250
298

Mountains
Risk of snaking
309
163

Weight ratio: 74% (84% of kerbweight) 1360 kg 1845 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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Volvo

Volvo S80 D5
Abbey GTS 215

Abbey

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Volvo 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 74%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 84%.
  • 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 75 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 163 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

Volvo S80 D5
2009-2013

Power
205 PS (151 kW)
Torque
420 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Abbey GTS 215

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


User Reviews

Sandy reviewed a Volvo S80 D5:

"My car is the S80 D5 se lux (205) Excellent tow car across the board with comfort, it's easy to exceed the speed limit which is likely until you become accustomed to the rig. (I don't use cruise control when towing) I've never been stuck on wet grass, just select manual 2/3 and keep the rev's down."

See more Volvo S80 reviews.

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