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Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi
Swift Charisma 535

Swift
Performance
Weight

The Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi with a Swift Charisma 535 with an actual weight of 1322 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 Swift with a User Payload (155 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
214
201

Mountains
Risk of snaking
243
130

Weight ratio: 84% (96% of kerbweight) 1322 kg 1578 kg

Payloads

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

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Caravan




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Ford

Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi
Swift Charisma 535

Swift

Actual Weights

Performance

 

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 84%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 96%.
  • 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 75 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 130 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 Focus 2.0 TDCi
2008-2011

Power
136 PS (100 kW)
Torque
320 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Swift Charisma 535

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


User Reviews

P Saxton reviewed a Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi:

"Very good match, had for over a year now and at all times the combination has remained very stable, with plenty of power on tap if needed. Fuel consumption seems average around the 30 to 35 mpg, dependent on terrain / weather conditions, with further fuel savings to be had if you drop motorway speeds down to 50 – 55 mph instead of the normal 60ish."

See more Ford Focus reviews.

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