Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TSI 4M Caravan as an example
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1660 kg kg with this Volkswagen.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TSI 4M 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 Volkswagen is in general very good. And also the weight of the Caravan with a User Payload (-210 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
295
316
Mountains
Risk of snaking
350
208
Weight ratio: 64% (71% of kerbweight)
1250 kg
1955 kg
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Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TSI 4M Caravan as an example
Actual Weights
Caravan as an example: 1250 kg.
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TSI 4M: 1955 kg.
Noseweight: 70 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 64%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally very good on flat roads (performance score to compare 295 points).
Speeds of 86 mph (139 km/h) to 90 mph (145 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 316 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 11.1 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 350 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads (up to 25%). Not even on Hill starts.
On motorway inclines higher revs (2500 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 79 mph (127 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Volkswagen 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 64%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 71%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 208 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.