More about the BMW X6
The BMW X6 has a range of driver assistance systems available that benefit the driver when towing, such as Trailer Assistant which makes manoeuvring your trailer or caravan much easier. Driving Assistant Professional is another safety feature that involves a camera and radar-based assistance system that controls a range of functions including Active Lane Guidance, Emergency Stop Assistant and Lane Keeping Assistant to name just a few.
What's my Towing Capacity?
The BMW X6 was built to tow with a generous towing capacity of up to 3,500kg meaning nothing is off limits and the X6 will take it all in its stride without fail. Due to there being several models available, it is always advisable to check your vehicle's specific towing capacity using the VIN plate; usually found in the passenger door sill, to determine an accurate towing capacity for your BMW X6.
Which Towbar is best for my BMW X6?
There are two types of towbar available for fitment to the BMW X6, both of which are fully functioning and fantastic for towing, although each has its benefits, depending upon your requirements.
The Fixed Flange towbar is the cheaper option of the two and is an extremely versatile bar that is compatible with the majority of accessories, including bolt-on style attachments. Therefore you could fix a bolt-on cycle carrier, for example, as well as tow your caravan or trailer at the same time. The Fixed Flange towbar is permanently fixed to your vehicle meaning it cannot be removed once installation is complete. With the design of the Fixed Flange towbar being quite bulky in design, if your vehicle has rear parking sensors, there is a possibility of the towbar interfering with these, which is something to bear in mind when choosing your towbar. The Fixed Flange is not ALKO compatible, and you would need to purchase an ALKO towball to enable you to tow a caravan with an ALKO stabiliser.
The Detachable Swan Neck towbar is the other towbar option for the BMW X6 and is removable when not in use, therefore, should your vehicle have parking sensors, this would be the perfect choice as the towbar neck itself can be easily removed when not in use and the electric plate folded up underneath the bumper, leaving nothing visible to be picked up by the parking sensors. The Detachable Swan Neck is ALKO compatible, so no extra towballs would be required if you are towing a caravan with an ALKO stabiliser. The Detachable Swan Neck is also compatible with a variety of other towing options including most cycle carriers.
Will it need a bumper cut?
When fitting your towbar to your BMW X6 our engineer will need to remove the bumper for the duration of fitment but no bumper cuts or alterations are required and the bumper will be refitted back to the vehicle once the installation is complete.
