The Renault Clio 1.5 dCi with a Freedom Jetstream Prima with an actual weight of 780 kg is a match suitable for most journeys, sometimes with some limitations.
The motor preformance of the Renault is in general just sufficient. And also the weight of the Freedom with a User Payload (130 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
141
97
Mountains
Risk of snaking
117
230
Weight ratio: 62% (74% of kerbweight)
780 kg
1255 kg
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Renault Clio 1.5 dCi Freedom Jetstream Prima
Actual Weights
Freedom Jetstream Prima: 780 kg.
Renault Clio 1.5 dCi: 1255 kg.
Noseweight: 50 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 62%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally sufficient on flat roads (performance score to compare 141 points).
Speeds of 60 mph (97 km/h) to 67 mph (108 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 97 points).
Slightly higher revs (2300 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 30.7 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally sufficient (score to compare 117 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads but the performance is not that great. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 11%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 50 mph (80 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 62%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 74%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 50 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 230 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 just sufficient.
Safe driving is possible.
It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations.
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.