The Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi aut. with a Bailey Pegasus Milan with an actual weight of 1499 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 fairly good. And also the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (168 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
203
204
Mountains
Risk of snaking
199
189
Weight ratio: 66% (73% of kerbweight)
1499 kg
2259 kg
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Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi aut. Bailey Pegasus Milan
Actual Weights
Bailey Pegasus Milan: 1499 kg.
Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi aut.: 2259 kg.
Noseweight: 80 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 66%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 203 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 204 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 24.8 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 199 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3200 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 59 mph (95 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
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 66%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 73%.
The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
Recommended noseweight is 80 kg.
Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 189 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.