 | Ford Focus Wagon 2.0 EcoBlue aut.
Caravan as an example |  |
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1540 kg kg with this Ford.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1250 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
 Performance | | Weight |
The maximum train weight is exceeded by 100 kg!The Ford Focus Wagon 2.0 EcoBlue aut. with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1250 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 good. And also the weight of the Caravan with a User Payload (-90 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
246
253
Mountains
Risk of snaking
312
181
Weight ratio: 71% (80% of kerbweight)
1250 kg
1770 kg
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| Ford Focus Wagon 2.0 EcoBlue aut.
Caravan as an example | |
Actual Weights
- Caravan as an example: 1250 kg.
- Ford Focus Wagon 2.0 EcoBlue aut.: 1770 kg.
- Noseweight: 70 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 71%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 246 points).
- Speeds of 77 mph (124 km/h) to 82 mph (132 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 253 points).
- Higher revs (1600 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 15.7 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 312 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads (up to 25%). Not even on Hill starts.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2300 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 69 mph (111 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The maximum train weight is exceeded by 100 kg (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 71%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 80%.
- The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
- Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 181 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.
- 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.
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