 | Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost
Caravan as an example |  |
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1100 kg kg with this Ford.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1100 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1100 kg is in general a good match and suitable for journeys on most kinds of roads, sometimes with some limitations in the mountains.
The motor preformance of the Ford is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Caravan with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
170
103
Mountains
Risk of snaking
158
179
Weight ratio: 72% (83% of kerbweight)
1100 kg
1522 kg
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| Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost
Caravan as an example | |
Actual Weights
- Caravan as an example: 1100 kg.
- Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost: 1522 kg.
- Noseweight: 65 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 72%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 170 points).
- Speeds of 64 mph (103 km/h) to 70 mph (113 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 103 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2800 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 25.2 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 158 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 12%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 55 mph (88 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
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, a B driving license is enough.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 72%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 83%.
- The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
- Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 179 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 sufficient.
- Safe driving is possible.
- It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations in the mountains.
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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