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Opel Insignia Sports Tourer 2.0 CDTi aut.
Elddis Avante 556

Elddis
Performance
Weight

The Opel Insignia Sports Tourer 2.0 CDTi aut. with a Elddis Avante 556 with an actual weight of 1507 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Opel is in general good. And also the weight of the Elddis with a normally distributed User Payload (200 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
227
241

Mountains
Risk of snaking
267
146

Weight ratio: 78% (87% of kerbweight) 1507 kg 1933 kg

Payloads

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Opel

Opel Insignia Sports Tourer 2.0 CDTi aut.
Elddis Avante 556

Elddis

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Opel is 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 78%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 87%.
  • 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 146 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

Opel Insignia Sports Tourer 2.0 CDTi aut.
2009-2017

Power
160 PS (118 kW)
Torque
350 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Elddis Avante 556

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


User Reviews

John Collins reviewed a Opel Insignia Sports Tourer 2.0 CDTi aut.:

"Having towed caravans now for over 20 years I find this car to be the best I've ever towed with.
We're now coming towards the end of our autumn tour from North Yorkshire to Cornwall via the Cotswolds, Dorset and Somerset. I read the tow car reviews before buying this car having previously towed with a 2.2L Honda CRV.
The best mpg I could achieve with the Honda was approx 25. I am now getting 30mpg+
The automatic gearbox is a joy on motorways and dual carriageways and has plenty of pulling power. The longer wheelbase makes it very stable.
Alright it's not a 4x4 and may struggle on wet grass, however the fuel economy and pulling experience is worth the compromise.
I feel that this car deserves much better press as a very competent tow car.

"

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