 | Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan 1.0 TSI
Caravan as an example |  |
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1100 kg kg with this Volkswagen.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1100 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
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The Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan 1.0 TSI with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1100 kg is in general a good match and suitable for journeys on most kinds of roads, sometimes with some limitations in the mountains.
The motor preformance of the Volkswagen is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Caravan with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
168
121
Mountains
Risk of snaking
151
180
Weight ratio: 72% (82% of kerbweight)
1100 kg
1535 kg
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| Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan 1.0 TSI
Caravan as an example | |
Actual Weights
- Caravan as an example: 1100 kg.
- Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan 1.0 TSI: 1535 kg.
- Noseweight: 65 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 72%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 168 points).
- Speeds of 64 mph (104 km/h) to 71 mph (115 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 121 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2500 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 26.8 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 151 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 up to 11%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 54 mph (87 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Volkswagen 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 72%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 82%.
- The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
- Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 180 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 sufficient.
- Safe driving is possible.
- It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations in the mountains.
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
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