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Citroen C5 Berline 2.0 HDi
Abbey GTS Vogue 418

Abbey
Performance
Weight

The Citroen C5 Berline 2.0 HDi with a Abbey GTS Vogue 418 with an actual weight of 1427 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Citroen is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Abbey 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
219
191

Mountains
Risk of snaking
245
144

Weight ratio: 79% (89% of kerbweight) 1427 kg 1798 kg

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Citroen

Citroen C5 Berline 2.0 HDi
Abbey GTS Vogue 418

Abbey

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Citroen is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
  • If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 79%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 89%.
  • 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 80 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 144 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 fairly 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

Citroen C5 Berline 2.0 HDi
2004-2008

Power
136 PS (100 kW)
Torque
320 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Abbey GTS Vogue 418

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


User Reviews

DaveK reviewed a Citroen C5 Berline 2.0 HDi:

"Paid £8,500 for 2005 Exclusive(hdi 136) in 2008. 17,000 miles up then, now 48,000. Towed all over UK, France and Spain. Never missed a beat. Had dpf removed and ecu tweaked-to stop pollution warnings and eolys silliness. 50mpg solo, 29 to 32 towing.Replaced the original (duff) Michelin tyres at 20,000 miles due to tread separation and perished walls and was allowed 60% off cost. Major service consists of oil and filters, about £50. Self levelling suspension great for caravanners. Comfortable, reliable and powerful enough with all the toys.£22,000 new, value now about £2,000.Passed MoT every year, no probs. Has cost me tyres,two sidelight bulbs, recent battery at £71, brake pads and front discs."

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