What’s the Towing Capacity of my Citroen Space Tourer?

The maximum towing capacity for the Space Tourer is 1750kg; however, we always recommend you look at your VIN Plate for the exact amount as they are vehicle specific. The VIN Place is usually located near the tyre pressures on the driver’s or passenger’s doorpost in a sticker format. If you need more information about towing capacity and reading your VIN plate, please click here.

Will a Citroen Space Tourer need a bumper cut?

Unfortunately, this vehicle does require a bumper cut however it is a non-visible cut which is perfect for a detachable towbar as you can’t see that a towbar is fitted to your vehicle.

Which Electric Socket for my Citroen Space Tourer?

There are 3 electric socket options used in the. UK; Single 7 Pin electrics (12N), Twin 7 Pin electrics (12N & 12S), and 13 Pin electrics. The 7 Pin option provides power from the Towbar to the lights on a trailer or caravan. If you’re only going to be towing a trailer, this is all you need. You can tow a caravan using only single electrics, but the interior functions of the caravan, such as the fridge, wouldn’t have power to them. You will need an adaptor if your caravan has 13 pin electrics. 13 Pin Electrics have been standard in most other European countries for some time. This is replacing the two separate sockets (Twin) currently used in the UK. The 13-pin socket is essentially the two 7 pin sockets merged into one. All caravans manufactured in the UK from 2008 are fitted with an ISO 13 pin connector as standard. This system uses one socket with 13 pins inside instead of the traditional two separate 7 pin sockets.

Universal or Dedicated Wiring?

There are two ways that towbar wiring can be installed on your car. It can be installed using either universal aftermarket wiring or using what is known as vehicle-specific or dedicated wiring. Universal Wiring is a lower cost option than vehicle specific towbar wiring; however, it does have some compromises. Universal towbar wiring provides all the lighting functions needed to keep you legal while towing your trailer or caravan. However, it doesn’t provide the additional benefits provided by vehicle specific towbar wiring. Vehicle-specific wiring, sometimes known as ‘dedicated wiring looms’ or ‘plugin kits’, is becoming ever more popular for towbar wiring installation. To put it simply, this is the way the job should be done. Each kit is designed specifically for the vehicle that it is fitted to. Rather than soldering or using ‘Scotch Locks’ to connect the towbar wiring, which is the case with universal aftermarket wiring, these kits interface with the vehicle systems in the same way as the vehicle manufacturer intended.

Which Towbar is best for my Citroen Space Tourer?

We have all options available to you. We have fixed or detachable options depending on what you may be towing and how aesthetically pleasing you would like the Towbar to look. We highly recommend the detachable swan neck Towbar for this vehicle as you can remove it when you’re not towing and as the vehicle has a non-visible bumper cut which means you shouldn’t be able to see a Towbar fitted at all. With the fixed flange and the fixed swan neck options, we cannot guarantee these won’t set any parking sensors off. The majority of the C4 Space Tourer’s parking sensors recognise the fixed swan neck towbar and will beep when reversing, thinking there is something else in the way.

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Citroen SpaceTourer Towbars

Fitting a towbar to your Citroën SpaceTourer Van is a great way to add extra practicality on top of its existing load-carrying and passenger capability, whether you're towing a trailer for work, a caravan, or a bike rack.

Our vehicle-specific towbars are engineered to match the SpaceTourer'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, work or depot — with fitting typically taking just a couple of hours, backed by a full warranty on parts and fitting.

CITROEN SPACETOURER DETACHABLE SWAN NECK TOWBAR

SpaceTourer, MPV 2016 - Present

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£900.00

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

CITROEN SPACETOURER SWAN NECK TOWBAR

SpaceTourer, MPV 2016 - Present

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£800.00

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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

CITROEN SPACETOURER FLANGE TOWBAR

SpaceTourer, MPV 2016 - Present

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£800.00

12 Month Warranty

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The flangeball towbar is a commonly used type of towbar in this country.

On this type of towbar, the towball is bolted on to a faceplate on the tow bar, this allows accessories such as bumper guards and cycle carriers to be bolted behind the towball.

Versatile
Can be used with most accessories.
Can be used with a bumper guard.
Not recommended if your vehicle has reverse parking sensors.

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More about the Citroen SpaceTourer

Is the SpaceTourer Van approved to tow?

Yes — both the diesel SpaceTourer and the electric ë-SpaceTourer are approved for towing, and all our towbars are manufactured and fitted to full European standards, including 94/20/EC type approval. As with any vehicle, always check the exact rating on your car's VIN plate, as this varies between the diesel and electric versions, and between M and XL body lengths.

What can the SpaceTourer Van tow?

Whether you're running the SpaceTourer as a crew van, combi, or passenger-carrying vehicle for work, its towing capacity makes it a practical choice for:

Work trailers and equipment trailers
Box trailers and utility trailers
Caravans and touring trailers (diesel, within rated limits)
Horse boxes (diesel, within rated limits)
Towbar-mounted bike racks

SpaceTourer Van towing capacity

Towing capacity differs considerably between the diesel and electric versions, so always confirm the exact figure on your vehicle's VIN plate. Approximate braked towing weights are:

Diesel SpaceTourer: approx 2,300 kg (reducing to approx 1,900 kg when the vehicle is fully loaded)
Electric ë-SpaceTourer: approx 1,000 kg

As with any van used for work, remember that payload and towing capacity interact — if you're carrying a full load or passengers as well as towing, your effective towing limit may be lower than the maximum plated figure. Always check the exact combination for your specific vehicle.

Flange or Swan Neck: Which towbar suits my SpaceTourer Van?

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, and it's also generally the more robust, affordable choice for regular work use.

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 look and its narrower profile is less likely to trigger rear parking sensors. The trade-off is compatibility: most bolt-on bike racks aren't designed to work with a swan neck. A swan-to-flange adaptor is available if you need both, though it adds cost and you can't tow while it's fitted.

For most SpaceTourer Van owners using the vehicle for work — trailers, equipment, or regular heavy use — we recommend a fixed flange towbar for maximum robustness and versatility. If you mainly tow a caravan occasionally and want a neater finish, a detachable swan neck is a good alternative.

Electrics for your SpaceTourer Van Towbar

We fit a dedicated, vehicle-specific wiring loom — not a universal bypass relay — so your towbar electrics integrate correctly with the SpaceTourer's onboard safety and lighting systems. A 13-pin electrics kit is recommended for towing a caravan or trailer with additional electrics, giving you power for indicators, brake lights, fog lights, reversing lights, and extras like fridges and reversing cameras. A 7-pin option is also available for basic trailer or bike rack lighting.

Towing and electric range (ë-SpaceTourer)

If you're running the electric ë-SpaceTourer, towing will reduce your driving range. Depending on trailer weight, speed, terrain and weather conditions, expect a range reduction of around 20–40% while towing, so it's worth planning charging stops accordingly on longer work trips.

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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