 | Volkswagen T6 California BiTDI aut.
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Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 2260 kg kg with this Volkswagen.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 2260 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
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The Volkswagen T6 California BiTDI aut. with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 2260 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Volkswagen is in general very good. But the weight of the Caravan 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
250
322
Mountains
Risk of snaking
268
121
Weight ratio: 83% (90% of kerbweight)
2260 kg
2713 kg
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| Volkswagen T6 California BiTDI aut.
Caravan as an example | |
Actual Weights
- Caravan as an example: 2260 kg.
- Volkswagen T6 California BiTDI aut.: 2713 kg.
- Noseweight: 125 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 83%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally very good on flat roads (performance score to compare 250 points).
- Speeds of 81 mph (131 km/h) to 87 mph (140 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 322 points).
- Higher revs (1600 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 21.1 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 268 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 16%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2600 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 67 mph (108 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Volkswagen 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 83%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 90%.
- 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 115 - 125 kg.
- Towball limit is 100 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 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 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.
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