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Can a towbar be fitted to a Hyundai IONIQ 9?
Yes. A towbar can be fitted to the Hyundai IONIQ 9, which has been designed with substantial towing capability for an electric vehicle. The IONIQ 9 is a large seven-seat electric SUV and is available in rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions, with different towing limits depending on the drivetrain. Towbar Express can fit your Hyundai IONIQ 9 towbar using our mobile towbar fitting service at your home or workplace.
What towbar options are available for the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
Towbar options for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 depend on the approved aftermarket application available for the exact vehicle. Where available, options can include a fixed flange towbar, fixed swan neck towbar or detachable swan neck towbar. A fixed towbar is a practical choice for frequent towing, while a detachable swan neck can be removed when it isn't being used, helping to maintain the clean appearance of the rear of the IONIQ 9. Hyundai also offers a detachable towbar for the IONIQ 9, confirming that the vehicle has been designed to accommodate a towbar.
Which towbar is best for my Hyundai IONIQ 9?
The best towbar depends on how you intend to use your IONIQ 9 and which approved towbar applications are available for the vehicle. A fixed flange towbar is a practical option for frequent towing and compatible accessories, while a fixed swan neck provides a slimmer design. A detachable swan neck is ideal if you want the towball removed when you're not towing, leaving a cleaner appearance at the rear of the vehicle. You can also read our guide to the different types of towbar for more information.
What is the towbar rated to on a Hyundai IONIQ 9?
The maximum rating depends on the approved towbar fitted to the Hyundai IONIQ 9. The towbar itself has a maximum towing weight and vertical load, which must be considered alongside the limits of the vehicle. The IONIQ 9 RWD has a maximum vehicle towing capacity of 1,600 kg braked and a maximum nose weight of 80 kg, while AWD versions can tow up to 2,500 kg braked and have a maximum nose weight of 125 kg. Even if the towbar itself has a higher rating, the vehicle's permitted limits must never be exceeded. You must always stay within the lowest applicable limit of the vehicle, towbar and towing equipment. Find out more in our guide to maximum towing weights.
How much can a Hyundai IONIQ 9 tow?
The Hyundai IONIQ 9 has impressive towing capability for a fully electric vehicle. The 160 kW (218 PS) RWD Long Range version can tow up to 1,600 kg with a braked trailer and 750 kg with an unbraked trailer. The 226 kW (307 PS) AWD Long Range and 314 kW (427 PS) AWD Performance versions can both tow up to 2,500 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked. The maximum permitted nose weight is 80 kg for the RWD version and 125 kg for the AWD versions. Always check the exact specification of your IONIQ 9 before towing.
How do I check how much my Hyundai IONIQ 9 can tow?
The towing capacity of your Hyundai IONIQ 9 depends primarily on whether you have the RWD or AWD version. The safest way to confirm the permitted towing weight for your individual vehicle is to check its VIN plate and vehicle documentation. The VIN plate shows the vehicle's maximum authorised mass and maximum train weight. Where a maximum train weight is specified, the difference between the first two relevant weight figures gives the maximum 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 before fitting.
Does my Hyundai IONIQ 9 need a bumper cut?
The bumper-cut requirement depends on the exact approved towbar being fitted to the Hyundai IONIQ 9. Where a bumper or lower-trim cut is required, it is carried out in accordance with the towbar manufacturer's fitting instructions. The rear bumper and associated trim are removed as required during installation and carefully refitted afterwards. Towbar Express will confirm the requirement for the exact towbar application before fitting.
Will the bumper cut be visible on my Hyundai IONIQ 9?
This depends on the exact Hyundai IONIQ 9 towbar application. Where a non-visible bumper cut is specified, the cut is made underneath the rear bumper or lower trim so that it cannot normally be seen when standing behind the vehicle. Towbar Express will confirm whether a bumper cut is required and whether it will be visible before installation.
What electrics do you fit to a Hyundai IONIQ 9?
We fit 13-pin towing electrics to the Hyundai IONIQ 9. We use vehicle-specific wiring where the appropriate dedicated kit is available, allowing the towing electrics to work correctly with the vehicle's electrical and assistance systems. A dedicated installation can support functions such as trailer lighting and appropriate interaction with parking and driver-assistance systems when a trailer or compatible carrier is connected.
Will a towbar affect my Hyundai IONIQ 9's parking sensors?
The IONIQ 9 uses sophisticated parking and driver-assistance systems, so the correct vehicle-specific towing electrics are particularly important. With an appropriate dedicated installation, the vehicle can recognise when a trailer or compatible carrier is connected and supported parking and assistance functions can respond accordingly. A detachable swan neck towbar also allows the towball neck to be removed completely when it isn't required, leaving the rear of the IONIQ 9 clear during everyday driving.
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 9 towbar compatible with AL-KO stabilisers?
Where the appropriate towbar is fitted, a suitable swan neck towbar can be used with AL-KO and Winterhoff stabiliser hitches provided the required towball clearances are met. If a fixed flange towbar is fitted, the correct AL-KO compatible towball must be used. The trailer weight and nose load must always remain within the permitted limits of the IONIQ 9, towbar and towing equipment. This is particularly important because the RWD and AWD versions of the IONIQ 9 have different towing and nose-weight limits.
Can you fit a towbar to my Hyundai IONIQ 9 at home?
Yes. Where a suitable approved towbar and dedicated electrical kit are available for your particular vehicle, Towbar Express offers mobile towbar fitting, so our engineer can fit your Hyundai IONIQ 9 towbar at your home or workplace. Appointments are available in two slots: 8am–12pm or 12pm–6pm.
