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Citroen C4 Picasso 2.0 Hdi semi-aut.
Bailey Senator California

Bailey
Performance
Weight

The Citroen C4 Picasso 2.0 Hdi semi-aut. with a Bailey Senator California with an actual weight of 1459 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 more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Bailey 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
187
160

Mountains
Risk of snaking
176
145

Weight ratio: 78% (88% of kerbweight) 1459 kg 1881 kg

Payloads

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Citroen

Citroen C4 Picasso 2.0 Hdi semi-aut.
Bailey Senator California

Bailey

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Citroen 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 88%.
  • 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 - 80 kg.
  • Towball limit is 60 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 145 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 more than sufficient.
  • 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 C4 Picasso 2.0 Hdi semi-aut.
2007-2011

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

Bailey Senator California

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


User Reviews

J Borrill reviewed a Citroen C4 Picasso 2.0 Hdi semi-aut.:

"I changed my caravan from Ace Brightstar to Sterling Europa 520 last year - whilst a heavier van I have noticed very little difference in towing. I am an experienced caravanner (over 40 years) and always very careful about loading. All in all, with rear self leveling, an excellent tow car"

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