The Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi with a Geist Xklusive 485 with an actual weight of 1375 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 Geist with a User Payload (178 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
228
243
Mountains
Risk of snaking
243
213
Weight ratio: 61% (67% of kerbweight)
1375 kg
2256 kg
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Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi Geist Xklusive 485
Actual Weights
Geist Xklusive 485: 1375 kg.
Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi: 2256 kg.
Noseweight: 75 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 61%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 228 points).
Speeds of 76 mph (122 km/h) to 81 mph (130 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 243 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 20.8 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 243 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 15%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines higher revs (2700 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 64 mph (103 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 61%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 67%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 213 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.