 | Citroen C3 1.4 Hdi aut
Caravan as an example |  |
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 950 kg kg with this Citroen.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 950 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Citroen C3 1.4 Hdi aut with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 950 kg is a match suitable for most journeys, sometimes with some limitations.
The motor preformance of the Citroen is in general very moderate but for your use maybe sufficient. The weight of the Caravan with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), kgis very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
97
74
Mountains
Risk of snaking
68
191
Weight ratio: 70% (82% of kerbweight)
950 kg
1355 kg
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| Citroen C3 1.4 Hdi aut
Caravan as an example | |
Actual Weights
- Caravan as an example: 950 kg.
- Citroen C3 1.4 Hdi aut: 1355 kg.
- Noseweight: 60 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 70%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally (very) moderate on flat roads (performance score to compare 97 points).
- Speeds of 55 mph (88 km/h) to 62 mph (100 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 74 points).
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 39.4 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally (very) moderate (score to compare 68 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads but the performance is not that great. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes from 10% to 12%.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 44 mph (71 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Citroen is 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 82%.
- The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
- Recommended noseweight is 50 - 60 kg.
- Towball limit is 47 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
- Safe speed up to 60 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 191 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 moderate but for your use maybe sufficient.
- Safe driving is possible.
- It's a good match, sometimes 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.
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