 | Seat Arona 1.6 TDI aut.
Caravan as an example |  |
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1100 kg kg with this Seat.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1100 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Seat Arona 1.6 TDI aut. with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1100 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Seat is in general more than 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 good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
182
188
Mountains
Risk of snaking
189
179
Weight ratio: 72% (83% of kerbweight)
1100 kg
1520 kg
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| Seat Arona 1.6 TDI aut.
Caravan as an example | |
Actual Weights
- Caravan as an example: 1100 kg.
- Seat Arona 1.6 TDI aut.: 1520 kg.
- Noseweight: 65 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 72%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 182 points).
- Speeds of 66 mph (107 km/h) to 73 mph (118 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 188 points).
- Slightly higher revs (1800 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 24.2 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 189 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 16%.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 56 mph (91 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Seat 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 72%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 83%.
- The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
- Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 179 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.
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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