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Can a towbar be fitted to a KGM Torres?
Yes. Towbar Express can supply and fit a towbar to KGM Torres models where a suitable approved towbar application is available for the exact vehicle. The Torres range includes different powertrain versions, including petrol models and the fully electric Torres EVX, so the correct towbar and its permitted use must be matched to the exact vehicle. The physical availability or rating of a towbar does not automatically mean that every Torres version has the same towing capacity. Towbar Express will check your vehicle details before confirming the appropriate towbar and electrical kit.
What towbar options are available for the KGM Torres?
Depending on the exact model, powertrain and approved application, towbar options for the KGM Torres can include 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 permanent installation. A detachable swan neck can be removed when it isn't required, helping to maintain the distinctive rear appearance of the Torres. Towbar Express will confirm which options are approved for your exact vehicle before fitting.
Which towbar is best for my KGM Torres?
The best towbar for your KGM Torres depends on the exact model and how frequently you intend to use it. For regular caravan or trailer towing, a fixed flange towbar is a practical and versatile choice where available. A fixed swan neck offers a slimmer permanent installation. If you tow less frequently or want to maintain the clean rear styling of the Torres, a detachable swan neck is an excellent option where available because the towball neck can be removed when it isn't required. If you intend to use a towbar-mounted cycle carrier, the permitted vertical load of both the vehicle and towbar must also be observed. You can read more about the different types of towbar available.
What is the towbar rated to on a KGM Torres?
The maximum towbar rating depends on the exact approved towbar fitted to the KGM Torres. Every towbar has its own maximum towing weight and vertical nose-load limit, but these figures are separate from the towing and vertical-load limits specified by KGM for the vehicle itself. A towbar with a higher structural rating does not increase the amount that the Torres is permitted to tow. This is particularly important when comparing petrol and electric Torres models, as their vehicle limits should not be assumed to be identical. The vehicle, towbar, towball, trailer and any towbar-mounted carrier must all remain within their individual limits, with the lowest applicable figure determining the maximum permitted load. Find out more in our guide to maximum towing weights.
How do I check how much my KGM Torres can tow?
The towing capacity of your KGM Torres should be checked against the vehicle's VIN plate and KGM's technical specification for the exact model. The VIN plate contains important weight information including the maximum authorised mass and, where applicable, the maximum train weight. Where the vehicle is approved for trailer towing and a higher maximum train weight is specified, the difference between the relevant first two weight figures can be used to establish the permitted trailer weight. The exact powertrain should always be checked, particularly when distinguishing between the petrol Torres and fully electric Torres EVX. You can find more information in our towing weight guide.
Does my KGM Torres need a bumper cut?
The bumper-cut requirement depends on the exact model and towbar application selected for the KGM Torres. Different towbar designs can have different installation requirements, and some applications may require a carefully positioned cut to the underside of the rear bumper or lower trim. The petrol Torres and Torres EVX should not automatically be assumed to have identical fitting requirements. Where a bumper cut is required, it is carried out carefully in accordance with the towbar manufacturer's fitting instructions. Towbar Express will confirm the requirements for your exact vehicle before installation.
Will the bumper cut be visible on my KGM Torres?
This depends on the exact KGM Torres towbar application. Where a non-visible bumper cut is specified, the cut is positioned underneath the rear bumper or lower trim so that it cannot normally be seen when standing behind the vehicle. This helps preserve the distinctive rear appearance of the Torres after the towbar has been installed. Towbar Express will confirm whether a cut is required and whether it will be visible before fitting your towbar.
What electrics do you fit to a KGM Torres?
We fit 13-pin towing electrics to the KGM Torres using the appropriate vehicle-specific wiring where a suitable dedicated kit is available. The dedicated electrical kit is designed to integrate correctly with the Torres' electrical systems and provide the connections required for trailer or towbar-mounted carrier road lighting and other supported 13-pin functions. The correct electrical kit is selected according to the exact model and powertrain rather than assuming that the petrol Torres and Torres EVX use the same wiring application.
Will a towbar affect my KGM Torres' parking sensors?
A permanently fitted towball can sometimes be detected by the KGM Torres' rear parking sensors, depending on the position of the sensors and the exact towbar design. Where available, a detachable swan neck towbar is a useful option because the towball neck can be removed when it isn't required, leaving the rear of the Torres clear during everyday driving. Using the correct vehicle-specific towing electrics is also important so that supported towing, parking and driver-assistance functions can operate correctly when a trailer is connected.
Is the KGM Torres towbar compatible with AL-KO stabilisers?
Yes, where the exact KGM Torres is approved for conventional trailer or caravan towing and the appropriate towbar is fitted. A suitable swan neck towbar can be compatible 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 caravan or trailer weight and nose load must always remain within the permitted limits of the Torres, towbar and towing equipment.
Can you fit a towbar to my KGM Torres 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 KGM Torres towbar at your home or workplace. Appointments are available in two slots: 8am–12pm or 12pm–6pm.
