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Subject Topic: Vauxhall Grandland X
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28/3/2023 at 8:14pm
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I have a 2018 Vauxhall Grandland X 1.2 turbo, auto

Just after advice, as I am looking to buy a 2 berth caravan 1200kg max weight, would this be suitable to tow ok, anyone else have this vehicle?

Thank you in advance!

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Have you checked the weights for your car? It looks like the max tow weight is 1100kgs so your proposed outfit would be illegal.

Rob


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Previous post by the OP.

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XVI yes?

As well is two words!
How does a sage know everything about everything? or does he? or does he just think he does?
Remember, if you buy something you bought it, not brought it.


29/3/2023 at 1:30pm
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It’s the weight you gave me in October lol

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29/3/2023 at 3:00pm
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As stated in previous posts, the VIN plate on your car gives a maximum towing figure of 1200kg. (3150-1950kg.) Provided the actual weight of your loaded caravan does not exceed this figure then it is legal.

The Grandland appears to weigh around 1370kg. (You can check this on your V5). This gives you a towing ratio of around 88%, which is slightly greater than the 85% recommended for beginners, but with care, shouldn't cause you any problems.


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via mobile 29/3/2023 at 4:03pm
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According to the VIN plate you have a max tow of 1200kg, without knowing the exact details of your car I could only go by published figures that I could find last night.

Practical Caravan did a road test on the Grandland last year that might give you some idea of towing practicality.

Rob


29/3/2023 at 6:19pm
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Many thanks, I will look up the road test! Many thanks for all replies too!

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