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More about the Renault Scenic XMOD
Is the Renault Scenic XMOD Approved to Tow?
Yes — the Scenic XMOD is approved for towing, and all our towbars are manufactured and fitted to full European standards, including 94/20/EC type approval. The XMOD was produced between 2013 and 2015, so this page covers existing owners rather than new-car buyers — always check the exact rating on your car's VIN plate.
What Can the Renault Scenic XMOD Tow?
With a practical MPV body and a range of petrol and diesel engines, the XMOD is a capable family tow car. It's well suited to:
- Small to medium caravans
- Box trailers and utility trailers
- Motorcycle trailers
- Small boat or jet ski trailers
- Towbar-mounted bike racks
Renault Scenic XMOD Towing Capacity
Exact figures depend on your specific engine, and the details on your car's VIN plate, but approximate towing weights are:
- Braked trailer: approx 1,300–1,350 kg
- Unbraked trailer: approx 750 kg
- Maximum towball nose weight: approx 75 kg
Always confirm the exact rated capacity for your specific XMOD before towing.
Fixed or Detachable: Which Swan Neck Towbar Suits My Scenic XMOD?
We fit swan neck towbars on the Scenic XMOD — a single moulded piece, with the neck flowing straight into the ball and no separate mounting plate. It gives a neater, more streamlined look than a flange towbar, and its narrower profile is less likely to trigger the XMOD's rear parking sensors. The choice comes down to fixed or detachable.
A fixed swan neck towbar is permanently in place, and suits owners who tow or carry bikes regularly and don't mind the towball being visible when not in use.
A detachable swan neck towbar lets the towball unclip and store away when it's not in use, keeping the rear of the car looking completely standard day to day — the more popular choice for occasional towing.
Worth noting: most bolt-on, clamp-style bike racks are designed for a flange plate rather than a swan neck, so check compatibility if you're planning to use a towbar-mounted cycle carrier, or ask us about a swan-to-flange adaptor.
Electrics for Your Renault Scenic XMOD Towbar
We fit a dedicated, vehicle-specific wiring loom — not a universal bypass relay — so your towbar electrics integrate correctly with the XMOD's onboard safety and lighting systems. A 13-pin electrics kit is recommended for towing a caravan, while a 7-pin kit covers basic trailer or bike rack lighting.