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Renault Megane Fase II Hb 1.9 dCi
Knaus Sudwind 550 QS

Knaus
Performance
Weight

The towing limit is exceeded by 100 kg!
It is not allowed to drive with this Knaus.
Make sure the towing limit is correct.

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 Megane Fase II Hb 1.9 dCi with a Knaus Sudwind 550 QS with an actual weight of 1400 kg is a match just suitable for most journeys but also with some limitations.

The motor preformance of the Renault is in general more than sufficient. But the weight of the Knaus 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
197
162

Mountains
Risk of snaking
211
116

Weight ratio: 89% (102% of kerbweight) 1400 kg 1570 kg

Payloads

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Renault

Renault Megane Fase II Hb 1.9 dCi
Knaus Sudwind 550 QS

Knaus

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit is exceeded by 100 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 89%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 102%.
  • 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 75 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 116 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 more than sufficient.
  • Proper and careful loading is still important!
  • It's a fairly good match, only for experienced (caravan) drivers and with some limitations.

 

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 Megane Fase II Hb 1.9 dCi
2006-2009

Power
131 PS (96 kW)
Torque
300 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Knaus Sudwind 550 QS

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


User Reviews

Isidoro reviewed a Renault Megane Fase II Hb 1.9 dCi:

"Here I report my new experience with de Megane Sedan 1.9 dci 96Kw (131hp). As the caravan is a somewhat heavy for this car, you may experience some snaking when overtaking allways over 95 km/h. Provided you pay attention other overtaking cars and vans, the match is perfect. Driving on motorway slopes is easy as the car tows perfectly. The temperature of engine is the same as in flat roads. "

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