Citroen C3 Aircross PureTech 130 Caravan as an example
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 840 kg kg with this Citroen.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 840 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 Aircross PureTech 130 with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 840 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Citroen is in general fairly good. 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 very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
224
212
Mountains
Risk of snaking
267
244
Weight ratio: 57% (67% of kerbweight)
840 kg
1463 kg
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Citroen C3 Aircross PureTech 130 Caravan as an example
Actual Weights
Caravan as an example: 840 kg.
Citroen C3 Aircross PureTech 130: 1463 kg.
Noseweight: 60 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 57%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 224 points).
Speeds of 72 mph (116 km/h) to 78 mph (125 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 212 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 16.6 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 267 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 19%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3100 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 65 mph (105 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 57%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 67%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 60 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 244 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 fairly 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.