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Volvo V50 2.0D
Abbey GTS Vogue 418

Abbey
Performance
Weight

The Volvo V50 2.0D 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 Volvo is in general fairly good. But 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 quite heavy. Proper and careful loading is essential and don't drive too fast. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly!

Flat roads
Towing Performance
221
206

Mountains
Risk of snaking
245
121

Weight ratio: 85% (96% of kerbweight) 1427 kg 1679 kg

Payloads

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Volvo

Volvo V50 2.0D
Abbey GTS Vogue 418

Abbey

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Volvo is 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 85%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 96%.
  • The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving exist. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are so great that it could be dangerous. Only if the driver has knowledge of and experience in driving a caravan it should be safe to drive. Proper and careful loading is essential! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is recommended.
  • Recommended noseweight is 80 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 121 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.
  • Proper and careful loading is still important!
  • 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 V50 2.0D
2008-2010

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

Liam reviewed a Volvo V50 2.0D:

"Have had this outfit for a few years now, have travelled around Europe as well as the UK. Found that it is always stable and comfortable, inclines never been a problem not even the Alps. As Colin has said before 6th gear can be used on flat motorways. "

See more Volvo V50 reviews.

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