More about Audi Q8 Towbars
What’s my Towing Capacity?
The Audi Q8 is a compact and stylish SUV that ticks all the boxes of a great towing vehicle. The towing capacity on the Audi Q8 does vary depending on the style you choose. There are a few variants; Q8, Q8 TFSI e, Sq8 and RS Q8. The Standard Q8 has a towing capacity of up to 3500kg and a vertical load of 140kg. These amounts are as a guide as you will need to read your VIN plate for the exact towing capacity for your individual vehicle. To work out how much you can tow, look at our VIN Plate advice here.
Which Towbar is best for my vehicle?
There are two towbars available for your vehicle: a fixed flange and a detachable swan neck. Some Audi Q8 models are supplied from the factory with a clip-out panel in the rear bumper; this isn’t always obvious until you look for it. If your car has this panel, it is designed specifically to hide a detachable towbar when the neck is removed. This makes the Towbar completely invisible once the detachable towbar neck is released, which is an ideal solution for this type of car.
The fixed flange towbar is an excellent option for those who do not wish to remove the Towbar after they have finished towing, although the chunkier design is known for causing some interference from the rear parking sensors. The fixed flange towbar is great for pairing with towing accessories such as bumper protector plates and bolt on cycle carriers. The accessories use the bolt on plate at the rear of the towbar meaning the driver is able to use the accessories at the same time as towing.
The detachable swan neck towbar is the perfect choice for those who want to protect their vehicle's aesthetic. Once towing is completed, the towbar neck can be removed, and the Towbar will appear practically invisible. The towbar neck is removed by unlocking the neck and using a twist and push action. The detachable towbar is also compatible with all ALKO stabilisers and all clamp on style cycle carriers.
Will it need a bumper cut?
There will be a bumper cut if you don’t have the towing panel from Audi; however, this is a non-visible cut. Our engineers may have to remove the bumper and then cut it to the measurements on the fitting instructions. A better option is to purchase the towing panel from Audi first, and then the engineer will be able to fit the towing panel in the same appointment as the Towbar fitment.
