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BMW X5 30d
Swift Challenger 620

Swift
Performance
Weight

The BMW X5 30d with a Swift Challenger 620 with an actual weight of 1774 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the BMW is in general very good. And also the weight of the Swift 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. 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
292
367

Mountains
Risk of snaking
348
150

Weight ratio: 75% (83% of kerbweight) 1774 kg 2375 kg

Payloads

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BMW

BMW X5 30d
Swift Challenger 620

Swift

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the BMW 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 75%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 83%.
  • 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 95 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 150 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 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

BMW X5 30d
2010-2013

Power
245 PS (180 kW)
Torque
540 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Swift Challenger 620

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


User Reviews

Lesley Smith reviewed a BMW X5 30d:

"We have a Bessacar 645 and have found the car performance ok. We up graded the ventilator system on the advice of the BMW garage but on towing to Germany had problems on a short 23 mile journey in heavy traffic. The warning light came on to say engine over heated please stop. This resulted in BMW in Holland having to do a temporary bi-pass which enabled us to continue our holiday. The car is still under warranty, however the BMW garage in UK feel the caravan is to heavy for the car!!!

We have been told that a fuse has gone in the main ventilation system box and they are to send for a part.

We are trying to decide whether or not this is the car for us despite having had previous X5. At the moment a little disappointed and have lost confidence.

Hopefully we may be persuaded otherwise...we wait to see."

See more BMW X5 reviews.

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