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Ford Mondeo 1.8 TDCi [6MT]
Bailey Unicorn Valencia

Bailey
Performance
Weight

The Ford Mondeo 1.8 TDCi [6MT] with a Bailey Unicorn Valencia with an actual weight of 1497 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Ford is in general fairly good. But the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (154 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is quite heavy. Proper and careful loading is essential and don't drive too fast. Remember to load your caravan correctly, insuring that the noseweight of the caravan is sufficient and the weight is distributed properly!

Flat roads
Towing Performance
200
197

Mountains
Risk of snaking
210
111

Weight ratio: 86% (99% of kerbweight) 1497 kg 1746 kg

Payloads

The User Payload in the car (including all passengers) and in the caravan is:

Car
Caravan




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Ford

Ford Mondeo 1.8 TDCi [6MT]
Bailey Unicorn Valencia

Bailey

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Ford is 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 86%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 99%.
  • The risk of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving exist. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are so great that it could be dangerous. Only if the driver has knowledge of and experience in driving a caravan it should be safe to drive. Proper and careful loading is essential! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is recommended.
  • Recommended noseweight is 80 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 111 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.
  • Proper and careful loading is still important!
  • 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

Ford Mondeo 1.8 TDCi [6MT]
2007-2010

Power
125 PS (92 kW)
Torque
320 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Bailey Unicorn Valencia

Mass in Running Order (MIRO)
kg
Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM)
kg


User Reviews

Tony M reviewed a Ford Mondeo 1.8 TDCi [6MT]:

"Towing Bailey Pageant Bordeaux with ATC. Had a little difficulty with take off to start with but that might just have been me. Had the car chipped and now it is just great. Have also towed the caravan with my son in laws 2lt Mondeo III waste and prefer mine.. Good fuel economy 30 plus mph with best eeconomy mainly using 5th gear leaving 6th for level or slight down hill. In short all good and also would not bother with 2lt."

See more Ford Mondeo reviews.

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