We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1010 kg kg with this Peugeot.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1010 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
Performance
Weight
The Peugeot 208 1.5 BlueHDi 100 with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1010 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Peugeot is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Caravan with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
185
122
Mountains
Risk of snaking
189
178
Weight ratio: 74% (87% of kerbweight)
1010 kg
1365 kg
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Peugeot 208 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Caravan as an example
Actual Weights
Caravan as an example: 1010 kg.
Peugeot 208 1.5 BlueHDi 100: 1365 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 74%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 185 points).
Speeds of 66 mph (106 km/h) to 72 mph (116 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 122 points).
Slightly higher revs (2200 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 22 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 189 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 58 mph (93 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Peugeot is 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 74%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 87%.
The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
Recommended noseweight is 50 - 65 kg.
Towball limit is 46 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 178 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 more than sufficient.
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.