Weight

• The towing limit of the Ssangyong is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
• If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, you will need a B+E (or B96) driving license.
• Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 75%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 84%.
• There is a small chance of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are great at high speed. For drivers with knowledge of, and experience in driving a caravan it is safe to drive, but proper and careful loading is still important! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is worth considering.
• Recommended noseweight is 80 kg.
• Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
• Stability and safety score to compare is 154 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 good.
• If the caravan is well loaded 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.

Distribute the User Payload by yourself in the caravan and the car and then find out the stability rating of your loading configuration.

More information

More detailed information and specifically calculated top speeds and performance of this outfit.

Specifications

User Reviews

Ken reviewed a Ssangyong Korando xDi 200 aut. [4WD]:

"I have just bought my second Korando so I must like them. My first car was the top spec 2.0 Automatic. It is without doubt the best towcar I have ever owned and I have had several. I think its a good looking car and I was currently using it to tow a Bailey Seville for which it is a perfect match. I only really use it for towing and in the three years I had it I drove 16,500 miles.

Ok, so lets start with the negatives.

The dealership network is is not very extensive so be prepared to be towed some distance to find a dealer if things go wrong. I never suffered a breakdown.

I had problems with the radio crackling which needed a unit changed on warranty.

I had problems with the auto transmission manual mode in that in its 3rd year the manual switch up and down would not always work. I often switch into manual on steep inclines. It always works if your speed is low but the higher the intial speed the more flakey it gets. I realise an auto will not switch down if your going to fast but I was not. It was looked at by my dealer who stated they could not replicate the fault.

Just as I approached its first MOT the auto box started not responding when first put into drive or reverse. Normally it engages quickly but its started waiting for maybe 2 to 4 seconds before taking up drive. It does this once when you start it but after that its fine. I won't get to see how that pans out as I have swapped it in for a new car.

The worst thing about the auto box was that when your pulling out at a busy junction there is a brief delay between accelerator going down and the car setting off. Its very disconcerting. This steadily improved the more miles it had done and by the time I Px it I would say it was almost normal. I can confirm that the latest model does not have this characteristic.

Finally the MPG is pants and I averaged circa 29 mpg when towing. As an interesting aside I also test drove the manual version which averaged 47 mpg which I thought was excellent. That has 25hp less than the auto though.

Now the positives.

Its a tough little 4x4 with good ground clearance and absolutley no problems on muddy ground or snow. When I first got it I rather stupidly tested it in fairly deep snow and it performed marvellously. I even came across and Mitsubishi Shogun that had left the road on a bend and got stuck. The Korando actually towed him out with him using his 4x4 as well.

The car is fast if you want to put your foot down but be careful in bends as it has a lot of lean. I am more a slow and sure type of driver so its never been an issue for me.

The load capacity is good with the seats down but the car is almost full when it comes to going away with the caravan. I tend to put all my water containers etc in the back of the car rather than the van.

I love the car and I have committed to another one. In that sector of the market nothing can touch the Korando for pulling power. Its also compatable with ATC trailer control and the new LED lights now being fitted to the vans.

I hope this is of some use."

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