Hyundai Matrix 1.6i Bagagewagen (achter MPV of SUV)
Performance
Weight
The Hyundai Matrix 1.6i with a Bagagewagen (achter MPV of SUV) with an actual weight of 600 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Hyundai is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Bagagewagen 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
250
187
Mountains
Risk of snaking
267
316
Weight ratio: 39% (45% of kerbweight)
600 kg
1523 kg
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Hyundai Matrix 1.6i Bagagewagen (achter MPV of SUV)
Actual Weights
Bagagewagen (achter MPV of SUV): 600 kg.
Hyundai Matrix 1.6i: 1523 kg.
Noseweight: 50 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 39%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally very good on flat roads (performance score to compare 250 points).
Speeds of 80 mph (129 km/h) to 85 mph (137 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 187 points).
Slightly higher revs (2200 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 19.1 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 267 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3700 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 68 mph (109 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Hyundai 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 39%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 45%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 50 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 316 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.