The Renault Megane Fase II Hb 1.9 dCi with a Knaus Deseo Box with an actual weight of 750 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Renault is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Knaus with a User Payload (150 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
225
214
Mountains
Risk of snaking
280
284
Weight ratio: 48% (55% of kerbweight)
750 kg
1570 kg
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Renault Megane Fase II Hb 1.9 dCi Knaus Deseo Box
Actual Weights
Knaus Deseo Box: 750 kg.
Renault Megane Fase II Hb 1.9 dCi: 1570 kg.
Noseweight: 50 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 48%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 225 points).
Speeds of 72 mph (116 km/h) to 78 mph (125 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 214 points).
Slightly higher revs (1700 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 16.1 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 280 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 21%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (2400 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 66 mph (106 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Renault is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 48%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 55%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 50 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 284 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 fairly 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.