We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 900 kg kg with this Renault.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 900 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
Performance
Weight
The Renault Clio TCe 130 aut. with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 900 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 Caravan with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
218
209
Mountains
Risk of snaking
269
220
Weight ratio: 63% (73% of kerbweight)
900 kg
1433 kg
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Renault Clio TCe 130 aut. Caravan as an example
Actual Weights
Caravan as an example: 900 kg.
Renault Clio TCe 130 aut.: 1433 kg.
Noseweight: 60 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 63%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 218 points).
Speeds of 71 mph (114 km/h) to 77 mph (124 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 209 points).
Slightly higher revs (1900 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 16.8 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 269 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 22%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3000 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 64 mph (103 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Renault 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 63%. 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 60 kg.
Safe speed up to 60 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 220 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.