Ford Ranger SuperCab 2.0 EcoBlue Wildtrak Caravan as an example
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1990 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 Ford Ranger SuperCab 2.0 EcoBlue Wildtrak 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 very good. And also the weight of the Caravan with a User Payload (-540 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
282
376
Mountains
Risk of snaking
343
262
Weight ratio: 50% (54% of kerbweight)
1250 kg
2502 kg
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Ford Ranger SuperCab 2.0 EcoBlue Wildtrak Caravan as an example
Actual Weights
Caravan as an example: 1250 kg.
Ford Ranger SuperCab 2.0 EcoBlue Wildtrak: 2502 kg.
Noseweight: 70 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 50%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally very good on flat roads (performance score to compare 282 points).
Speeds of 85 mph (137 km/h) to 89 mph (144 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 376 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 14.4 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 343 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads (up to 25%). Not even on Hill starts.
On motorway inclines hardly any higher revs are needed.
A speed of 75 mph (121 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
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 driving license.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 50%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 54%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 262 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 very 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.