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The 85% rule is not a rule as such, it is more a recommendation and applies to the kerb weight of the vehicle, not the maximum towing weight.

From other websites it seems that the kerb weight of the Matrix is 1358kg. 85% of this is 1154kg, so if you are inexperienced at towing then the caravan should ideally be less than 1154kg. Legally, however, you could tow a van upto 1300kg (the maximum towing weight for the vehicle).

Noseweight of 52kg seems light to me and may be a problem. You can usually adjust the caravan noseweight a bit by the way it is packed.

There are 4 berth vans les than the 1154kg figure above.  Ours is a 4 berth and has a mptlm of 1000kg.

Brian 

   many thanks for the advise

Quote: Originally posted by cantona7 on 27/3/2009

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 Hello. is there anyone who could advise me. I have a hyundi matrix 1.8 petrol car . it has a max tow weight  of 1300kg . so if i am right i can only buy a van that has a max tow wieght of 1075kg if i was to stay within the 85% rule.it has a nose wieght of 52 kg. is there  any 4 berth caravans out there that fall within my limets or do i have to change my car . many thanks for any help Dave.

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       Hi have a look at www.whattowcar.com you can search for caravans to match

       Your car.hope this helps.

mine is for sale old 80s abi 730kg, 950 laden 4 berth very light £450 to you!!!!!!!!!!!! on ebay '4 berth caravan, abi ambassador

it is therefore poss to find some makes are lighter than others i think.

godd luck