I tow a Libelle in a box trailer with an automatic gearbox equipped 2
litre petrol Ford Focus estate (5 door station wagon) without any issues.

The stiffer rear suspension helps a lot. I have minimal weight on the tow
ball and can tow at up to just under 65mph (100kph) on motorways. Beyond
that stability starts to deteriorate, especially when passing trucks on a
windy day. Towing consumption is 29-30 mph vs 33-34 mpg normally.

The biggest problem, as always, is getting in and out of service stations.


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