Is the Chery Tiggo 7 approved to tow?

Yes — the Tiggo 7 is approved for towing, and all our towbars are manufactured and fitted to full European standards, including 94/20/EC type approval. The UK market gets the Tiggo 7 as either a 1.6-litre petrol or Super Hybrid (PHEV), in Aspire or Summit trim, and towing capacity varies noticeably between them — always check the exact rating on your car's VIN plate.

What can the Chery Tiggo 7 tow?

With towing capacity on the lighter side for this class of SUV, the Tiggo 7 is best suited to light-to-medium towing. It's well suited to: Small to medium trailers and utility trailers Motorcycle trailers Small, lightweight caravans (within rated limits) Small boat or jet ski trailers Towbar-mounted bike racks

Chery Tiggo 7 towing capacity

Exact figures depend on your specific engine and drivetrain, and the details on your car's VIN plate, but approximate towing weights are: Petrol (AWD): approx 1,300 kg braked, 750 kg unbraked Super Hybrid (PHEV): approx 1,000 kg braked, 750 kg unbraked Petrol (FWD): significantly lower — check your handbook, as this can be as low as an unbraked-only rating on some configurations These figures are lower than many rivals in this class, so if you're planning to tow anything beyond a light trailer or bike rack, it's especially important to confirm the exact rated capacity for your specific Tiggo 7 before towing.

Flange or Swan Neck: Which towbar suits my Tiggo 7?

The right shape depends on what you're planning to attach. A flange towbar has a flat mounting plate with the tow ball bolted on separately. Because the ball can be removed from the plate, this is the most versatile option — almost all towbar-mounted bike racks are designed to clamp onto a flange plate, so you can switch between towing and carrying bikes easily. It's also generally the more affordable choice. A swan neck towbar is a single moulded piece, with the neck flowing straight into the ball and no separate plate. It has a neater, more streamlined look, and its narrower profile makes it less likely to trigger the Tiggo 7's rear parking sensors. The trade-off is compatibility: most bolt-on bike racks aren't designed to work with a swan neck, since there's no flat plate to clamp onto. A swan-to-flange adaptor is available if you want both the neater look and bike rack compatibility, though it adds cost and you can't tow while it's fitted. As a rough guide: if carrying bikes is a regular part of why you want a towbar, flange is usually the more practical choice. If you're mainly towing a light trailer and want a neater finish, or want to avoid triggering the Tiggo 7's parking sensors day to day, swan neck tends to work better — ideally in detachable form for the best of both.

Electrics for your Chery Tiggo 7 Towbar

We fit a dedicated, vehicle-specific wiring loom — not a universal bypass relay — so your towbar electrics integrate correctly with the Tiggo 7's onboard safety and lighting systems. A 13-pin electrics kit is available if you need additional trailer electrics, while a 7-pin kit covers basic trailer or bike rack lighting.

Towing and electric range (PHEV)

The Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid offers around 56 miles of electric-only range, but towing will noticeably reduce this and increase fuel consumption once the battery is depleted, particularly at motorway speeds. It's still capable of light towing, but plan on a shorter EV range and higher running costs when towing regularly.

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Chery Tiggo 7 Towbars

Fitting a towbar to your Chery Tiggo 7 is a great way to add extra practicality to your family SUV, whether you're towing a light trailer, a caravan, or a bike rack.

Our vehicle-specific towbars are engineered to match the Tiggo 7's chassis and bumper profile precisely, bolting onto existing mounting points for a clean, factory-look finish with no cutting or welding required.

As the UK's largest mobile towbar fitting service, we come to you — home or work — with fitting typically taking just a couple of hours, backed by a full warranty on parts and fitting.

CHERY TIGGO 7 DETACHABLE SWAN NECK TOWBAR

Tiggo 7 2025 - Present

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£880.00

12 Month Warranty

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Detachable swan neck towbar, where the neck of the towbar can be removed when not in use.

Detachable towbars avoid any issues with parking sensors picking up the tow bar neck, so ultimately if your car has reverse parking sensors this would be the best option for you.

Neck removable when not in use
No issues with reverse parking sensors
Compatible with ALKO Stabilisers
Compatible with most Cycle Carriers

CHERY TIGGO 7 SWAN NECK TOWBAR

Tiggo 7 2025 - Present

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£780.00

12 Month Warranty

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On a Swan Neck towbar, the towball is part of the neck of the towbar.

A swan neck towbar can look tidier on the vehicle because it is more compact and is less likely to set any reverse parking sensors off. We can not guarantee this as it is dependant on the bumper shape and location of the parking sensors. We would recommend the Detachable Swan Neck Towbar if your vehicle has parking sensors.

Tidy and compact
Compatible with ALKO Stabilisers
Fits most clamp-on Cycle Carriers
If your vehicle has parking sensors, it is likely the fixed swan neck Towbar will trigger the parking sensors. We would recommend a Detachable Towbar instead

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Can a towbar be fitted to a Chery TIGGO 7?

Towbar availability for the Chery TIGGO 7 depends on the exact vehicle and approved towbar application. Before fitting, Towbar Express will check the vehicle details to ensure that a suitable approved towbar and electrical kit are available. Where the correct equipment is available, fitting can be carried out by our mobile towbar fitting engineers at your home or workplace.

What towbar options are available for the Chery TIGGO 7?

The towbar options available for the Chery TIGGO 7 depend on the exact approved application. Depending on the towbar manufacturer, fixed or detachable towbar options may be available. We recommend confirming the vehicle details before ordering so that the correct approved towbar can be selected. You can find out more about the different types of towbar.

Which towbar is best for my Chery TIGGO 7?

If both fixed and detachable options are available for your TIGGO 7, the best choice will depend on how you intend to use the vehicle. A fixed towbar is practical for regular use, while a detachable swan neck can be removed when it is not required, helping to maintain the original appearance of the vehicle. Towbar Express can confirm the options available for your exact TIGGO 7 before fitting.

What is the towbar rated to on a Chery TIGGO 7?

The maximum towbar rating depends on the approved towbar application fitted to the Chery TIGGO 7. The towbar's maximum towing weight and vertical load are separate from the towing capacity of the vehicle itself. You must never exceed the lower of the vehicle or towbar limits. Find out more in our guide to maximum towing weights.

How do I check how much my Chery TIGGO 7 can tow?

The best way to establish the towing capacity of your Chery TIGGO 7 is to check the vehicle's VIN plate. Where the vehicle is approved for towing, the plate displays the vehicle's maximum authorised mass and maximum train weight. Subtracting the maximum authorised mass from the maximum train weight gives the permitted trailer weight. You can find more information in our towing weight guide. If you're unsure, Towbar Express can help you identify the relevant figures.

Does my Chery TIGGO 7 need a bumper cut?

The bumper-cut requirement depends on the exact approved towbar fitted to the Chery TIGGO 7. This is confirmed against the specific towbar application before installation. Where a cut is required, our engineer will follow the towbar manufacturer's fitting instructions to ensure the installation is completed correctly.

Will the bumper cut be visible on my Chery TIGGO 7?

This depends on the exact towbar application. Towbar Express will confirm whether a bumper cut is required and whether it is visible or concealed before fitting the towbar to your TIGGO 7.

What electrics do you fit to a Chery TIGGO 7?

We fit 13-pin towing electrics to the Chery TIGGO 7. Where an appropriate kit is available, we use vehicle-specific wiring designed to integrate with the TIGGO 7's electrical systems and provide the connections required for trailer or caravan lighting and other supported 13-pin functions.

Will a towbar affect my Chery TIGGO 7's parking sensors?

A fixed towbar can sometimes be detected by rear parking sensors, depending on the position of the sensors and the towbar fitted. Where available, a detachable towbar allows the towball neck to be removed when it is not required, leaving the rear of the vehicle clear during everyday driving.

Is the Chery TIGGO 7 towbar compatible with AL-KO stabilisers?

This depends on the approved towbar fitted. If a suitable swan neck towbar is available, it can be suitable for use with AL-KO and Winterhoff stabiliser hitches provided the required towball clearances are met. A flange towbar requires the correct AL-KO compatible towball. The towing weight and vertical load must always remain within the permitted limits of both the vehicle and towbar.

Can you fit a towbar to my Chery TIGGO 7 at home?

Where an approved towbar and suitable vehicle-specific electrical kit are available, Towbar Express offers mobile towbar fitting, allowing our engineer to fit your Chery TIGGO 7 towbar at your home or workplace. Appointments are available in two slots: 8am–12pm or 12pm–6pm.

Why choose Towbar Express?

With over 30 years in the industry, we know what we're doing. Our own directly employed engineers handle every towbar we fit — we never outsource, so you get consistent, carefully finished work every time.

Our engineers train continuously to stay on top of new vehicle makes and models, so whatever you drive, we understand exactly how it should be fitted. That means real peace of mind, not just a quick job.

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How do I book a Towbar Fitment?

We know life's busy, so our engineers come to you — home or work, whichever suits. Choose a morning slot between 8am and 12pm, or an afternoon slot between 12pm and 6pm, and we'll fit your towbar at a time that works for you. Fitting typically takes between one and four hours, depending on your vehicle.

Getting a quote is simple: just search for your vehicle above, or enter your registration number and postcode. You can then book your date, time and location online, and we'll take care of the rest — bringing everything needed to complete the job in a single appointment, including any cycle carriers or accessories you've ordered alongside your towbar.

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