 | BMW Touring 540i xDrive
Caravan as an example |  |
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1720 kg kg with this BMW.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1250 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
 Performance | | Weight |
The BMW Touring 540i xDrive with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1250 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the BMW is in general very good. And also the weight of the Caravan with a User Payload (-270 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
307
353
Mountains
Risk of snaking
395
219
Weight ratio: 61% (68% of kerbweight)
1250 kg
2040 kg
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| BMW Touring 540i xDrive
Caravan as an example | |
Actual Weights
- Caravan as an example: 1250 kg.
- BMW Touring 540i xDrive: 2040 kg.
- Noseweight: 70 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 61%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally very good on flat roads (performance score to compare 307 points).
- Speeds of 89 mph (144 km/h) to 93 mph (150 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 353 points).
- Higher revs (1800 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 8.6 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 395 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads (up to 30%). Not even on Hill starts.
- On motorway inclines hardly any higher revs are needed.
- A speed of 84 mph (135 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the BMW 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 (or B96) driving license.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 61%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 68%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
- Stability and safety score to compare is 219 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.
- 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.
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