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Saab 9-3 sport estate 1.9 TTiD 16v aut.
Knaus Sudwind 450 KU

Knaus
Performance
Weight

The Saab 9-3 sport estate 1.9 TTiD 16v aut. with a Knaus Sudwind 450 KU with an actual weight of 1300 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 Knaus with a User Payload (195 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
235
261

Mountains
Risk of snaking
302
181

Weight ratio: 70% (79% of kerbweight) 1300 kg 1855 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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Saab

Saab 9-3 sport estate 1.9 TTiD 16v aut.
Knaus Sudwind 450 KU

Knaus

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Saab is more than sufficient (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 70%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 79%.
  • The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
  • Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 181 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.
  • 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 9-3 sport estate 1.9 TTiD 16v aut.
2007-2011

Power
180 PS (132 kW)
Torque
370 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Knaus Sudwind 450 KU

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


User Reviews

Jim McMeekin reviewed a Saab 9-3 sport estate 1.9 TTiD 16v aut.:

"I have towed a SWIFT CONQUERER 530 with ease through the Cheviot hills of Northumberland, England. The car has lots of power, with no signs of snaking etc. I achieved an average of 33mpg, which is quite impressive considering the terrain and limited opportunity to achieve 6th gear. On motorway 60mph is achieved easily and 6th gear maintained at 1750 rpm."

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