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Can a towbar be fitted to a Lexus NX?
Yes. Towbar Express can supply and fit a towbar to many Lexus NX models where a suitable approved towbar application is available. The NX has been produced across different generations and with different powertrains, including the NX 300h self-charging hybrid, later NX 350h self-charging hybrid and NX 450h+ plug-in hybrid. The correct towbar must therefore be matched to the exact model year, generation and powertrain. Towbar Express will check your Lexus NX's details before confirming the appropriate towbar and electrical kit.
What towbar options are available for the Lexus NX?
Depending on the generation, powertrain and exact approved application, towbar options for the Lexus NX can include a fixed flange towbar, fixed swan neck towbar or detachable swan neck towbar. A fixed flange towbar is a practical option 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 preserve the clean rear appearance of the NX. The exact options available should always be checked against your particular vehicle.
Which towbar is best for my Lexus NX?
The best towbar for your Lexus NX depends on how frequently you intend to use it and whether maintaining the vehicle's original appearance is a priority. For regular trailer or caravan towing, a fixed flange towbar is a practical and versatile option where available. A fixed swan neck provides a slimmer permanent installation and may be less likely to interfere with rear parking sensors. If you only tow occasionally or want the towball removed when it isn't required, a detachable swan neck is an excellent option where available. If you intend to use a towbar-mounted cycle carrier, the permitted vertical load of both the NX 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 Lexus NX?
The maximum towbar rating depends on the exact approved towbar fitted to the Lexus NX. Every towbar has its own maximum towing weight and vertical nose-load limit, but these figures are separate from the towing limits specified by Lexus for the vehicle itself. A towbar with a higher structural rating does not increase the amount that your NX is permitted to tow. This is particularly important because towing and vertical-load limits can differ between NX generations and between the NX 300h, NX 350h and NX 450h+ powertrains. The vehicle, towbar, towball, trailer and any towbar-mounted accessory 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 Lexus NX can tow?
The towing capacity of your Lexus NX should be checked against the vehicle's VIN plate and Lexus'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. Towing limits can vary according to generation, model year and hybrid powertrain, so the exact NX should always be checked rather than relying on one general towing figure. You can find more information in our towing weight guide.
Does my Lexus NX need a bumper cut?
The bumper-cut requirement depends on the generation, rear bumper design and exact towbar selected for the Lexus NX. First-generation and later NX models use different rear structures and bumper arrangements, and fitting requirements can also vary between towbar designs and vehicle specifications. Some applications may require a carefully positioned cut to the underside of the rear bumper, lower trim or undertray, while other applications may have different requirements. Where a 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 NX before installation.
Will the bumper cut be visible on my Lexus NX?
This depends on the exact Lexus NX towbar application. Where a non-visible bumper or undertray cut is specified, the modification is positioned underneath the rear bumper so that it cannot normally be seen when standing behind the vehicle. This helps preserve the original appearance of the NX after the towbar has been installed. Towbar Express will confirm whether a cut or modification is required and whether it will be visible before fitting your towbar.
What electrics do you fit to a Lexus NX?
We fit 13-pin towing electrics to the Lexus NX using the appropriate vehicle-specific wiring where a suitable dedicated kit is available. The dedicated electrical kit is designed to integrate correctly with the NX's electrical systems and provide the connections required for trailer road lighting, caravan functions and other supported 13-pin features. The correct wiring kit is selected according to the exact generation and powertrain rather than assuming that the NX 300h, NX 350h and NX 450h+ all use the same electrical application.
Will a towbar affect my Lexus NX's parking sensors?
A permanently fitted towball can sometimes be detected by the Lexus NX's rear parking sensors, depending on the position of the sensors and 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 NX 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 Lexus NX towbar compatible with AL-KO stabilisers?
Yes, where the exact Lexus NX 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 NX, towbar and towing equipment.
Can you fit a towbar to my Lexus NX 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 Lexus NX towbar at your home or workplace. Appointments are available in two slots: 8am–12pm or 12pm–6pm. We will confirm the correct towbar and dedicated 13-pin electrical kit for your exact NX before the appointment.
