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Ford Mondeo 2.0 16v
Caravan as an example

Caravan

Advice with maximum weight

We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1460 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 Mondeo 2.0 16v 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 more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Caravan with a User Payload (-10 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is pretty good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
212
103

Mountains
Risk of snaking
224
166

Weight ratio: 75% (85% of kerbweight) 1250 kg 1677 kg

Payloads

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

Car
Caravan

A User Payload of -10 kg in the caravan is not realistic in practice.




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Ford

Ford Mondeo 2.0 16v
Caravan as an example

Caravan

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, a B driving license is enough.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 75%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 85%.
  • There is a small chance of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are great at high speed. For drivers with knowledge of, and experience in driving a caravan it is safe to drive, but proper and careful loading is still important! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is worth considering.
  • Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 166 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 more than sufficient.
  • If the caravan is well loaded 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.

More information

More detailed information and specifically calculated top speeds and performance of this outfit.


Specifications

Ford Mondeo 2.0 16v
2007-2014

Power
146 PS (107 kW)
Torque
185 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Caravan as an example

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


User Reviews

GERALD SCOTT reviewed a Ford Mondeo 2.0 16v:

"i have towed a 1992 sprte major supper for over ten years with the above car the original clutch lasted for 101 thousand miles and was changed in november 2015 the car is a 2001 model . my friend had a landrover discovery and changed to a mondeo they told me that it tows better than the landrover and uses less fuel, i am happy and confident with my combination,till now my car has done 102 thousand miles and my caravan has done about 25 thousand miles since new and is still in great condition.hope that new models will give the same service"

See more Ford Mondeo reviews.

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