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Audi A4 2.5 TDI [Multitronic]
Geist LV550

Geist
Performance
Weight

The Audi A4 2.5 TDI [Multitronic] with a Geist LV550 with an actual weight of 1490 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Audi is in general fairly good. But the weight of the Geist with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is quite heavy. Proper and careful loading is essential and don't drive too fast. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly!

Flat roads
Towing Performance
218
206

Mountains
Risk of snaking
239
130

Weight ratio: 81% (91% of kerbweight) 1490 kg 1835 kg

Payloads

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Audi

Audi A4 2.5 TDI [Multitronic]
Geist LV550

Geist

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Audi is 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 81%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 91%.
  • The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving exist. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are so great that it could be dangerous. Only if the driver has knowledge of and experience in driving a caravan it should be safe to drive. Proper and careful loading is essential! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is recommended.
  • Recommended noseweight is 80 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 130 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.
  • Proper and careful loading is still important!
  • 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.

More information

More detailed information and specifically calculated top speeds and performance of this outfit.


Specifications

Audi A4 2.5 TDI [Multitronic]
2003-2004

Power
163 PS (120 kW)
Torque
310 Nm @ 1400 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Geist LV550

Mass in Running Order (MIRO)
kg
Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM)
kg


User Reviews

leonard askew reviewed a Audi A4 2.5 TDI [Multitronic]:

"towed with my wifes a4 2.5 tdi multitronic convertible! no problems at all! a bit of tut tutting on site from 4x4 owners, who wished they had the same fuel consumption (averaged c31mpg with van on back).unusual outfit ,but so far very successful."

See more Audi A4 reviews.

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