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Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD
Dethleffs Camper DL 520

Dethleffs
Performance
Weight

The Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD with a Dethleffs Camper DL 520 with an actual weight of 1500 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Chrysler is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Dethleffs with a User Payload (180 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
216
239

Mountains
Risk of snaking
225
198

Weight ratio: 64% (69% of kerbweight) 1500 kg 2360 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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Chrysler

Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD
Dethleffs Camper DL 520

Dethleffs

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Chrysler is sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
  • If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, you will need a B+E (or B96) driving license.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 64%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 69%.
  • The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
  • Recommended noseweight is 80 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 198 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.
  • 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

Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD
2004-2008

Power
150 PS (110 kW)
Torque
360 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Dethleffs Camper DL 520

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


User Reviews

Neil Anyon reviewed a Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD:

"Best towcar I've ever owned. Cruise control and automatic box make it mega-relaxing and it is massively stable with never a hint of the caravan trying to take over. Very, very practical. Seven spacious seats and still room in the back for a big dog. Cavernous load space and great easy-stowing seats.

HOWEVER

I am starting to get fed up of living with it for the 45+ weeks of the year when I'm not towing.

Battery drain problems are common. OEM battery (AGM Type) £200-£400. Better to spend £45 on a standard design (get best CCA figure you can physically fit in) and change it every 18 months!

Thirsty for every day use 22-28. 30-34 on a run. 20-22 towing.

Not great to park if you have no parking sensors (and towbar interferes with rear ones anyway).

Parts not the cheapest but better than some.

Overall Verdict. If you do a lot of towing and don't mind the cost of diesel year-round then it's definitely very capable. Unfortunately I don't tow often so I'll go back to my previous Galaxy and drive a bit more carefully."

See more Chrysler Voyager reviews.

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