 | Mercedes-Benz GLC 220 d 4Matic
Buccaneer Commodore |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Mercedes-Benz GLC 220 d 4Matic with a Buccaneer Commodore with an actual weight of 1998 kg is a match just suitable for most journeys but also with some limitations.
The motor preformance of the Mercedes-Benz is in general very good. But the weight of the Buccaneer with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is too heavy and not recommended 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
250
269
Mountains
Risk of snaking
306
66
Weight ratio: 97% (108% of kerbweight)
1998 kg
2070 kg
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| Mercedes-Benz GLC 220 d 4Matic
Buccaneer Commodore | |
Actual Weights
- Buccaneer Commodore: 1998 kg.
- Mercedes-Benz GLC 220 d 4Matic: 2070 kg.
- Noseweight: 100 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 97%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally very good on flat roads (performance score to compare 250 points).
- Speeds of 79 mph (127 km/h) to 84 mph (136 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 269 points).
- Higher revs (1600 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 17.1 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 306 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 23%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2600 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 69 mph (111 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Mercedes-Benz 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.
- The caravan is too heavily loaded.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 97%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 108%.
- 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 100 kg.
- Safe speed up to 50 mph (80 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 66 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.
- Proper and careful loading is essential!
- It's a fairly good match, only for experienced (caravan) drivers and with some limitations.
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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