The Citroen Berlingo 1.6 HDi with a Eriba Familia 320 with an actual weight of 900 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Citroen is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Eriba with a User Payload (122 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
212
222
Mountains
Risk of snaking
208
265
Weight ratio: 53% (61% of kerbweight)
900 kg
1707 kg
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Citroen Berlingo 1.6 HDi Eriba Familia 320
Actual Weights
Eriba Familia 320: 900 kg.
Citroen Berlingo 1.6 HDi: 1707 kg.
Noseweight: 60 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 53%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 212 points).
Speeds of 74 mph (119 km/h) to 79 mph (128 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 222 points).
Slightly higher revs (1700 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 24.2 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 208 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 the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 60 mph (97 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Citroen 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 53%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 61%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 60 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 265 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.