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Saab

Saab 9-5 2.0 TiD aut.
Avondale Argente 550-4S

Avondale
Performance
Weight

The Saab 9-5 2.0 TiD aut. with a Avondale Argente 550-4S with an actual weight of 1400 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Saab is in general good. And also the weight of the Avondale with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
232
239

Mountains
Risk of snaking
279
176

Weight ratio: 70% (79% of kerbweight) 1400 kg 2005 kg

Payloads

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Saab

Saab 9-5 2.0 TiD aut.
Avondale Argente 550-4S

Avondale

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Saab is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
  • The car is too heavily loaded.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 70%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 79%.
  • 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 62 mph (100 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 176 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 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

Saab 9-5 2.0 TiD aut.
2010-2011

Power
160 PS (118 kW)
Torque
350 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Avondale Argente 550-4S

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


User Reviews

AJ reviewed a Saab 9-5 2.0 TiD aut.:

"Just like baby bear's porridge , perfect. Use extender mirrors however as it it tempting not to buy essential for this set up. A bit of a dip with a plug in tow ball but it doesn't seem to trouble the handling. One can nearllu forget it is there."

See more Saab 9-5 reviews.

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