The Toyota Auris 1.6 Valvematic aut. with a Lunar Ariva with an actual weight of 970 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Toyota is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Lunar with a User Payload (113 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
203
100
Mountains
Risk of snaking
216
223
Weight ratio: 64% (76% of kerbweight)
970 kg
1505 kg
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Toyota Auris 1.6 Valvematic aut. Lunar Ariva
Actual Weights
Lunar Ariva: 970 kg.
Toyota Auris 1.6 Valvematic aut. : 1505 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 64%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 203 points).
Speeds of 69 mph (112 km/h) to 76 mph (122 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 100 points).
Slightly higher revs (2800 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 21 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 216 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 16%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (4400 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 60 mph (97 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Toyota 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 76%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 223 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.