We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 800 kg kg with this Kia.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 800 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
Performance
Weight
The Kia Rio 1.4 cvvt aut. with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 800 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 just 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 very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
140
65
Mountains
Risk of snaking
128
230
Weight ratio: 59% (69% of kerbweight)
800 kg
1358 kg
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Kia Rio 1.4 cvvt aut. Caravan as an example
Actual Weights
Caravan as an example: 800 kg.
Kia Rio 1.4 cvvt aut.: 1358 kg.
Noseweight: 50 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 59%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally sufficient on flat roads (performance score to compare 140 points).
Speeds of 59 mph (95 km/h) to 66 mph (106 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 65 points).
Slightly higher revs (3300 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 28.9 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally sufficient (score to compare 128 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 13%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (5400 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 50 mph (81 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Kia 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 59%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 69%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 50 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 230 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 just 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.