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Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi aut.
Caravan as an example

Caravan

Advice with maximum weight

We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1860 kg kg with this Kia.

In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1250 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.

Performance
Weight

The Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi aut. with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1250 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Kia is in general good. And also the weight of the Caravan with a User Payload (-410 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
227
246

Mountains
Risk of snaking
252
242

Weight ratio: 55% (61% of kerbweight) 1250 kg 2259 kg

Payloads

The User Payload in the car (including all passengers) and in the caravan is:

Car
Caravan

A User Payload of -410 kg in the caravan is not realistic in practice.




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Kia

Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi aut.
Caravan as an example

Caravan

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Kia is more than 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 55%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 61%.
  • The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
  • Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 242 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 good.
  • Safe driving is possible.
  • It's a perfect match!

 

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

Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi aut.
2004-2006

Power
140 PS (103 kW)
Torque
343 Nm @ 1850 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Caravan as an example

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


User Reviews

Mick evans reviewed a Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi aut.:

"Just purchased the kia to tow our coachman vip 460/2 . Not a heavy van by any means. Bought the sorento auto after reading all the reviews on here and i gotta say what a dissapointment. The auto box was forever changing down for the slightest incline and sounded like it was struggling. Car actually conked out on one hill which was very concerning. Not a patch on my previous tug mondeo tdci 1.8 mk4. £100 diesel for 470miles. Shocked. Up for sale soon."

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