The Volkswagen T6 2.0 BiTDI aut. with a Adria Alpina 663 HT with an actual weight of 1950 kg is not a recommended match for long journeys.
The motor preformance of the Volkswagen is in general very good. But the weight of the Adria with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is too heavy and not recommended for long distances. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly. But even so, a starting caravan driver is better off choosing a smaller and less heavy caravan!
Flat roads
Towing Performance
257
331
Mountains
Risk of snaking
305
69
Weight ratio: 95% (106% of kerbweight)
1950 kg
2046 kg
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Volkswagen T6 2.0 BiTDI aut. Adria Alpina 663 HT
Actual Weights
Adria Alpina 663 HT: 1950 kg.
Volkswagen T6 2.0 BiTDI aut.: 2046 kg.
Noseweight: 100 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 95%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally very good on flat roads (performance score to compare 257 points).
Speeds of 81 mph (130 km/h) to 86 mph (138 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 331 points).
Higher revs (1600 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 17.3 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 305 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 20%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (2200 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 70 mph (113 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Volkswagen 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 95%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 106%.
The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving is great. It is not recommended to drive with this outfit for long distances!
Recommended noseweight is 100 kg.
Safe speed up to 50 mph (80 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 69 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.
Proper and careful loading is essential!
It's a moderate match, only for experienced (caravan) drivers and not recommended for long journeys.
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.