The Volvo V40 1.9D with a Sprite Finesse 2 with an actual weight of 1073 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Volvo is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Sprite with a User Payload (176 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
212
183
Mountains
Risk of snaking
234
205
Weight ratio: 67% (77% of kerbweight)
1073 kg
1595 kg
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Volvo V40 1.9D Sprite Finesse 2
Actual Weights
Sprite Finesse 2: 1073 kg.
Volvo V40 1.9D: 1595 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 67%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 212 points).
Speeds of 71 mph (114 km/h) to 76 mph (123 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 183 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 19.3 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 234 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 17%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3000 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 62 mph (100 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Volvo 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 67%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 77%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 205 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.