Audi Q5 3.2 TV

[mikemet]

I am a complete newbie. I have an Audi Q5 with a rated towing capacity of 4400lbs and tongue weight of 440lbs. Considering Bambi 16'. All advice welcome.

Thanks

[Road Ruler]

Generally speaking, more or less.... the Q5 is a performance SUV that would fall in a similar class as the VW T-reg, Mercedes ML, BMW X3/X5, etc. These are top rated tow vehicles for towing Airstreams.

There are many factors you need to take into consideration to determine your vehicles true capabilities.

[moosetags]

First off, welcome to the Forums. We're glad to have you with us.

As to the Audi Q5 as a tow vehicle for a 16' Airstream, it should work just fine. You need to get your Audi properly outfitted to tow a heavy trailer. You should start researching weight distribution/sway control hitch systems and trailer brake controllers.

Brian

[HowieE]

Welcome aboard.

In Colorado I would seriously consider a transmission cooler as you will be running an unlocked convertor a lot of the time pulling hills and the trans temp will be effected.

Less serious I would consider an engine oil cooler.

[remcolent]

I see a lot of questions about towing a airstream with a european car.
The weight of the airstream may not be the problem.
BUT european cars are NOT build for the tongque weight of a US trailor.
It os mostly 75 kg and 150 kg max.
Also the frame of a european car is NOT build for a WD hitch system.

Remco