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Can a towbar be fitted to a Hyundai TUCSON?
Yes. Towbar Express can supply and fit towbars to many Hyundai TUCSON models, including different generations and specifications where a suitable approved towbar application is available. The TUCSON has been offered with petrol, diesel, mild-hybrid, full-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, as well as different transmissions and drivetrains. The correct towbar must therefore be matched to the exact age and specification of the vehicle. Fitting is carried out by our mobile towbar fitting engineers at your home or workplace.
What towbar options are available for the Hyundai TUCSON?
Depending on the generation and exact approved application, the Hyundai TUCSON can be available with a fixed flange towbar, fixed swan neck towbar or detachable swan neck towbar. A fixed flange towbar is a practical choice for regular towing and compatible accessories, while a fixed swan neck provides a slimmer appearance. A detachable swan neck can be removed when it isn't being used, helping to maintain a cleaner appearance at the rear of the TUCSON. The exact options available depend on the generation and specification of your vehicle.
Which towbar is best for my Hyundai TUCSON?
If you regularly tow a caravan or trailer, a fixed flange towbar is a practical option and provides flexibility for compatible towbar-mounted accessories. A fixed swan neck offers a slimmer design while remaining permanently fitted. If you prefer the towball to be removed when you're not towing, a detachable swan neck is an excellent option where available, leaving a cleaner appearance at the rear of the TUCSON. The best choice will depend on your particular vehicle and how you intend to use the towbar. You can also read our guide to the different types of towbar for more information.
What is the towbar rated to on a Hyundai TUCSON?
The maximum towbar rating depends on the generation and exact approved towbar fitted to the Hyundai TUCSON. Different towbar applications can have different maximum towing weights and vertical nose-load limits. These are the limits of the towbar itself and are separate from the towing capacity of the vehicle. Even if the towbar has a higher maximum rating, you must not exceed the towing or nose-weight limits specified for your particular TUCSON. The lower of the vehicle and towbar limits must always be followed. Find out more in our guide to maximum towing weights.
How do I check how much my Hyundai TUCSON can tow?
The safest way to establish your Hyundai TUCSON's towing capacity is to check the vehicle's VIN plate. The plate shows the vehicle's maximum authorised mass and maximum train weight. Where the vehicle is approved for towing and a maximum train weight is specified, the difference between the first two relevant weight figures gives the maximum permitted trailer weight. This is particularly important with the TUCSON because the permitted towing weight can vary according to the generation, engine, transmission, drivetrain and whether the vehicle is petrol, diesel, mild-hybrid, full-hybrid or plug-in hybrid. 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 TUCSON need a bumper cut?
The bumper-cut requirement depends on the generation and exact towbar fitted to the Hyundai TUCSON. Different generations use different rear bumper and lower-trim designs, so some towbar installations may require a cut to the underside of the bumper or lower trim while other applications can be fitted without the same modification. Where a bumper 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.
Will the bumper cut be visible on my Hyundai TUCSON?
This depends on the exact Hyundai TUCSON and 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. Because the rear bumper design has changed between TUCSON generations and specifications, Towbar Express will confirm the bumper-cut requirement for your exact vehicle and towbar before installation.
What electrics do you fit to a Hyundai TUCSON?
We fit 13-pin towing electrics to the Hyundai TUCSON. Where the appropriate kit is available, we use vehicle-specific wiring designed to integrate with the TUCSON's electrical systems and provide the connections required for trailer or caravan road lighting and other supported 13-pin functions. The correct dedicated electrical kit is selected according to the generation, model year and specification of the vehicle.
Will a towbar affect my Hyundai TUCSON's parking sensors?
A fixed towbar can sometimes be detected by the Hyundai TUCSON's rear parking sensors, depending on the generation, position of the sensors and exact towbar fitted. Where available, a detachable swan neck towbar is a good option if you're concerned about this because the towball neck can be completely removed when you're not towing, leaving the rear of the TUCSON clear during everyday driving. On later TUCSON models, using the correct vehicle-specific towing electrics is also important so that supported towing, parking and driver-assistance functions can operate correctly.
Is the Hyundai TUCSON towbar compatible with AL-KO stabilisers?
Yes, where the appropriate towbar is fitted and the vehicle is being used within its permitted towing limits. A suitable swan neck towbar can be used with AL-KO and Winterhoff stabiliser hitches commonly fitted to caravans, 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 vertical load must always remain within the permitted limits of the Hyundai TUCSON, towbar and towing equipment.
Can you fit a towbar to my Hyundai TUCSON 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 TUCSON towbar at your home or workplace. Appointments are available in two slots: 8am–12pm or 12pm–6pm.
