When towing a trailer, the permissible gross vehicle weight is increased by 100 kg for vehicles with passenger vehicle approval. The maximum permissible rear axle load may be exceeded by 150 kg when towing a trailer.
The road speed of the vehicle must be limited to a maximum of 100 km/h in accordance with Directive 92/21/EEC.
Vehicle documents
The type plates of the trailer hitch, trailer and vehicle
If the values differ, the lowest value applies.
When driving in mountainous areas, note that the engine power output, and with it the gradient climbing capability of the vehicle, decrease with increasing elevation.
The following values apply for a minimum start-off gradeability of 12%.
Permissible gross mass of vehicle combination | 4800 – 5700 kg |
Permissible towing capacity, braked | 2000 – 2500 kg |
Permissible towing capacity, unbraked | 750 kg |
Permissible noseweight | 100 kg |