 | Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI
Knaus Starclass 560 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The towing limit is exceeded by 275 kg!
It is not allowed to drive with this Knaus.
Make sure the towing limit is correct.
We now give advice based on the assumption that the legal maximum towing weight is higher for your car and that the car should be allowed to tow this caravan!
The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI with a Knaus Starclass 560 with an actual weight of 1775 kg is not a recommended match to drive.
The motor preformance of the Volkswagen is in general fairly good. But the weight of the Knaus with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is too heavy for long distances. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly. But even so, a starting caravan driver is better off choosing a smaller and less heavy caravan!
Flat roads
Towing Performance
207
218
Mountains
Risk of snaking
217
8
Weight ratio: 111% (127% of kerbweight)
1775 kg
1599 kg
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| Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI
Knaus Starclass 560 | |
Actual Weights
- Knaus Starclass 560: 1775 kg.
- Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI: 1599 kg.
- Noseweight: 95 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 111%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 207 points).
- Speeds of 71 mph (115 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 218 points).
- Slightly higher revs (1700 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 22.2 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 217 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 15%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2800 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 61 mph (98 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit is exceeded by 275 kg (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 111%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 127%.
- The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving is great. It is not recommended to drive with this outfit for long distances!
- Recommended noseweight is 90 - 95 kg.
- Towball limit is 75 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
- Safe speed up to 50 mph (80 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 8 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 essential!
- It's not a recomanded match. Only if you are an experienced (caravan) driver it is posible to drive carfully.
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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