Renault Megane III 1.5 dCi [EDC] Bailey Orion 400-2
Performance
Weight
The Renault Megane III 1.5 dCi [EDC] with a Bailey Orion 400-2 with an actual weight of 1076 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Renault is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (117 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
181
159
Mountains
Risk of snaking
187
191
Weight ratio: 71% (83% of kerbweight)
1076 kg
1515 kg
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Renault Megane III 1.5 dCi [EDC] Bailey Orion 400-2
Actual Weights
Bailey Orion 400-2: 1076 kg.
Renault Megane III 1.5 dCi [EDC]: 1515 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 71%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 181 points).
Speeds of 66 mph (106 km/h) to 73 mph (117 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 159 points).
Slightly higher revs (1900 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 23.7 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 187 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 16%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3300 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 56 mph (91 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Renault 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 71%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 83%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 191 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.