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Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi AWD
Sterling Elite Onyx

Sterling
Performance
Weight

The Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi AWD with a Sterling Elite Onyx with an actual weight of 1553 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 Sterling with a normally distributed User Payload (200 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
232
226

Mountains
Risk of snaking
260
131

Weight ratio: 81% (92% of kerbweight) 1553 kg 1917 kg

Payloads

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Ford

Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi AWD
Sterling Elite Onyx

Sterling

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Ford 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 81%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 92%.
  • 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 85 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 131 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 Kuga 2.0 TDCi AWD
2013-2014

Power
163 PS (120 kW)
Torque
340 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Sterling Elite Onyx

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


User Reviews

Andy Shelton reviewed a Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi AWD:

"Did 1400 miles on touring holiday this year 1000 with caravan on up hill and down dale , our caravan weighs in at 1490kg laden .The Kuga was superb averaged 35.4 overall ,,would sit all day in 6th gear on motorway.Very clad I opted for the kuga as I got a great spec tow car for my money ."

See more Ford Kuga reviews.

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