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Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6
Elddis Crusader Storm

Elddis
Performance
Weight

The Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6 with a Elddis Crusader Storm with an actual weight of 1830 kg is not a recommended match to drive.

The motor preformance of the Suzuki is in general more than sufficient. But the weight of the Elddis 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
203
164

Mountains
Risk of snaking
178
18

Weight ratio: 109% (124% of kerbweight) 1830 kg 1680 kg

Payloads

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Suzuki

Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6
Elddis Crusader Storm

Elddis

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Suzuki 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 109%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 124%.
  • 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 - 100 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 18 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 more than sufficient.
  • 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.

More information

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


Specifications

Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6
1998-2005

Power
158 PS (116 kW)
Torque
213 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Elddis Crusader Storm

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


User Reviews

Mark reviewed a Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6:

"I have been towing this outfit for the last four years, and I am happy with its performance, although I do load the car up with items I would have carried in a lighter van,so that the outfit feels more balanced and used a roof top box which helps with the air flow. the car does use fair amount of fuel when towing, (car pulls better when tank is only half full). Have looked at a freelander but will stay with my Vitara."

See more Suzuki Grand Vitara reviews.

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