Recommended Trailer Hitch For 2015 BMW X5 And How To Prevent Corrosion

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I am looking at 2015 BMW X5 hitch options. I plan to rarely tow, but want a 6000 lb hitch. My biggest complaint has been how every hitch I buy rusts terribly in only a few years salty roads of New England. Of my two choices: Draw-tite Curt is different looking Which has the best paint process? They always seem to flake off shortly after installation, even if never towed. Thanks.

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We do have trailer hitches that are designed to work with your 2015 BMW X5.

The Draw-Tite, part # 75600 is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. The Curt hitch, part # 13077 has a different design but has the same towing capacities as the # 75600. A note from Curt states that All non-trailer loads - bike racks, cargo carriers and so forth - should be supported with stabilizing straps like part # 18050. Failure to properly support these loads will void your hitch warranty from CURT.

All of the hitches are powder-coated steel which is a great rust resistant paint. As you said though, years in an environment with a lot of salt will take its toll and over time will show signs of rust as you described. You could use a car wax to slow the rust process down, and touch up any areas with paint to help keep the hitch looking nice on your X5.

The hitch I recommend is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 75600. This is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2 inch receiver opening. You will want to check your owner's manual or with your dealership to make sure you do not exceed the vehicle tongue or towing weight capacity. I have attached a link to an installation video for this hitch on a 2011 X5 you can check out.

Since you are planning on towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If you do not have trailer wiring on your X5 I recommend the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter Kit with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C56190KIT.

I have attached links to product pages for some of the hitch mounted accessories we offer you can take a look at. If you have a specific item in mind just let me know and I can make some recommendations that work for you.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L

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