 | Kia Niro 1.6 GDi Hybrid
Caravan as an example |  |
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1300 kg kg with this Kia.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1250 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
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The Kia Niro 1.6 GDi Hybrid with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1250 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 more than sufficient. If the hybrid battery is not completely empty. And also the weight of the Caravan with a User Payload (150 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is pretty good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
174
177
Mountains
Risk of snaking
134
169
Weight ratio: 74% (83% of kerbweight)
1250 kg
1700 kg
Attention
The Kia is a hybrid car. The calculated performance depends on the amount of power available in the battery. The advice and performance are based on average use where there is still a small amount of power in the battery.
Also make a calculation of the Kia on the fuel engine only in case the battery is empty.
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| Kia Niro 1.6 GDi Hybrid
Caravan as an example | |
Actual Weights
- Caravan as an example: 1250 kg.
- Kia Niro 1.6 GDi Hybrid: 1700 kg.
- Noseweight: 70 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 74%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 174 points).
- Speeds of 63 mph (102 km/h) to 76 mph (123 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 177 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2500 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 22.6 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally sufficient (score to compare 134 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- 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 74%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 83%.
- There is a small chance of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are great at high speed. For drivers with knowledge of, and experience in driving a caravan it is safe to drive, but proper and careful loading is still important! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is worth considering.
- Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 169 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.
- If the caravan is well loaded 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.
Distribute the User Payload by yourself in the caravan and the car and then find out the stability rating of your loading configuration.
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