The Hyundai ix35 2.0 CRDi VGT 4WD with a Lunar Quasar 462 with an actual weight of 1175 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Hyundai is in general good. And also the weight of the Lunar with a User Payload (141 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
235
250
Mountains
Risk of snaking
272
209
Weight ratio: 64% (73% of kerbweight)
1175 kg
1825 kg
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Hyundai ix35 2.0 CRDi VGT 4WD Lunar Quasar 462
Actual Weights
Lunar Quasar 462: 1175 kg.
Hyundai ix35 2.0 CRDi VGT 4WD: 1825 kg.
Noseweight: 70 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 64%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 235 points).
Speeds of 76 mph (122 km/h) to 81 mph (131 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 250 points).
Higher revs (1600 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 18.1 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 272 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 19%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (2500 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 66 mph (106 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Hyundai 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 64%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 73%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 209 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.