 | Toyota Highlander AWD 2.5 Hybrid
Caravan as an example |  |
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1710 kg kg with this Toyota.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1710 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
 Performance | | Weight |
The Toyota Highlander AWD 2.5 Hybrid with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1710 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Toyota 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 pretty good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
251
188
Mountains
Risk of snaking
251
161
Weight ratio: 75% (82% of kerbweight)
1710 kg
2290 kg
Attention
The Toyota is a hybrid car. The calculated performance depends on the amount of power available in the battery. The advice and performance are based on average use where there is still a small amount of power in the battery.
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| Toyota Highlander AWD 2.5 Hybrid
Caravan as an example | |
Actual Weights
- Caravan as an example: 1710 kg.
- Toyota Highlander AWD 2.5 Hybrid: 2290 kg.
- Noseweight: 95 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 75%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally very good on flat roads (performance score to compare 251 points).
- Speeds of 78 mph (125 km/h) to 89 mph (143 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 188 points).
- Slightly higher revs (3000 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 14.8 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 251 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (5200 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 66 mph (106 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Toyota 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 driving license.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 75%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 82%.
- There is a small chance of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are great at high speed. For drivers with knowledge of, and experience in driving a caravan it is safe to drive, but proper and careful loading is still important! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is worth considering.
- Recommended noseweight is 85 - 95 kg.
- Towball limit is 80 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 161 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.
- If the caravan is well loaded 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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