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Renault Scenic 1.6 16v aut.
Swift Charisma 535

Swift
Performance
Weight

The towing limit is exceeded by 22 kg!
It is not allowed to drive with this Swift.
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We now give advice based on the assumption that the legal maximum towing weight is higher for your car and that the car should be allowed to tow this caravan!

The Renault Scenic 1.6 16v aut. with a Swift Charisma 535 with an actual weight of 1322 kg is in general a good match and suitable for journeys on most kinds of roads, sometimes with some limitations in the mountains.

The motor preformance of the Renault is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Swift with a User Payload (155 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
178
77

Mountains
Risk of snaking
161
148

Weight ratio: 79% (90% of kerbweight) 1322 kg 1670 kg

Payloads

The User Payload in the car (including all passengers) and in the caravan is:

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Caravan




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Renault

Renault Scenic 1.6 16v aut.
Swift Charisma 535

Swift

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit is exceeded by 22 kg (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 90%.
  • 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 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 148 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 sufficient.
  • If the caravan is well loaded safe driving is possible.
  • It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations in the mountains.

 

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

Renault Scenic 1.6 16v aut.
2006-2009

Power
112 PS (82 kW)
Torque
151 Nm @ 4250 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Swift Charisma 535

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


User Reviews

Andrew Baldwin reviewed a Renault Scenic 1.6 16v aut.:

"Expect 25- 31 mpg at steady 55. Tows easily and even been tested on hill start. Have to build speed on long inclines. Never had problem so far. Recommended."

See more Renault Scenic reviews.

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