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Topic: Dodge Caliber

Barry B

04/5/2016 at 1:28pm
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Hello,

We have a 2007 Dodge Caliber 2.0L SXT Sport, 138bhp. Kerbside weight is 1560Kg but the manufacturer's braked trailer towing weight is only 1200kg.

We tow a Sprite Alpine 4 with is and it's a doddle. The 85% rule says we could tow 1326kg so how come Dodge only say we can tow 1200kg ?

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wongers

04/5/2016 at 4:22pm
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the 85% is not a rule it's a guide line.your tow limit is to do with what the gearbox/clutch/engine can safely tow.

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Barry B

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The motor is the same VW unit fitted to the Passat

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neil and lena

04/5/2016 at 7:03pm
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Quote: Originally posted by Barry B on 04/5/2016
The motor is the same VW unit fitted to the Passat

Your 1200kg limit is there for a reason , to exceed it is illegal and could have insurance implications if you choose to tow above the max weight stated for your car .
If you need to tow heavier your only option is to change to a more suitable towcar

JuanHuNose

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Quote: Originally posted by Barry B on 04/5/2016
The motor is the same VW unit fitted to the Passat

Yes, but it`s fitted in a Passat bodyshell with Passat running gear.

There are many reasons why the limit for your car may be so low - gearing, brakes, body construction, cooling, suspension etc.

If it`s type approved at 1200kgs, then thats that, you are stuck with it and can`t exceed it.

LlaniDavis

04/5/2016 at 10:19pm
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Quote: Originally posted by Barry B on 04/5/2016
The motor is the same VW unit fitted to the Passat

Irrelevant.
Your car is not a Passat.
It is not just the engine that affects the towing limits, but things like suspension, braking, gearbox, even body construction.

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