The Kia Sportage 2.0 aut. [AWD] with a Xplore 530 with an actual weight of 1253 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. And also the weight of the Xplore with a User Payload (164 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
214
124
Mountains
Risk of snaking
229
177
Weight ratio: 72% (81% of kerbweight)
1253 kg
1744 kg
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Kia Sportage 2.0 aut. [AWD] Xplore 530
Actual Weights
Xplore 530: 1253 kg.
Kia Sportage 2.0 aut. [AWD]: 1744 kg.
Noseweight: 75 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 72%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 214 points).
Speeds of 73 mph (117 km/h) to 78 mph (126 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 124 points).
Slightly higher revs (2600 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 21.3 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 229 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 15%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (4100 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 62 mph (100 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Kia 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 72%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 81%.
The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
Recommended noseweight is 75 kg.
Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 177 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.