Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2015 BMW X5 M-Model

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Looking for a trailer hitch for my new 2015 BMW X5M - any suggestions? Please note this this the M model. Thank you.

asked by: Rich V

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I contacted my technical associates at Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch and Curt to find out why the M Model version of the X5 is listed as a no-fit for a hitch. This particular install is fairly involved - the bumper must be temporarily removed, tow hooks must be permanently removed and there is significant ("noticeable") trimming of the rear fascia required. For these reasons some hitch makers made the determination that the vehicle simply requires too much modification to install a hitch without unreasonable difficulty and that owner's of such a premium vehicle would not want to make these modifications.

Curt does have a confirmed fit with their Class III hitch # 13077. This hitch offers a 600-lb tongue weight (TW) rating and a 6000-lb towing capacity. My technical contact at Curt confirmed the fit of this hitch on your X5 M model. The linked install video shows this item being installed on a 2008 X5.

Further research by the folks at Draw-Tite revealed that their hitch # 75600, is also confirmed to fit subject to the same caution noted above.

Please let me know your intended application - towing, bike racks or a cargo carrier - and I will be glad to offer help with selecting those items.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

Yes the Curt hitch part #13077 that you referenced does fit your 2016 BMW X5 M Sport package vehicle.

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Answer 2

There is an EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receiver that is designed specifically for your 2018 BMW X5 with the backup sensors, which is the following hitch: - EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH44FR Additionally, if you plan on towing and need a…

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Answer 3

For the money, the best option for your 2018 BMW X5 non-M with backup sensors is the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH44FR. The Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver with Towing Kit #SH85VR is a fantastic hitch and even comes with…

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Answer 4

I have a solution for you, but the EcoHitch #EH44FR is designed to fit on the 2018 BMW X5 and not the X6 For the 2018 BMW X6 you'll want to use the Curt #13077, which also has a concealed cross tube design like the EcoHitch. If you're going…

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Answer 5

I would be happy to help you set up your 2015 BMW X5 for towing. You're going to need a hitch, a couple wiring harnesses, brake controller, and a ball mount with a ball. For your hitch I recommend the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver item…

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Answer 6

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #13077 will fit on your 2017 BMW X5 with the M Sport Package, but you will need to cut the rear fascia for it to fit. Attached is an install video we did of this hitch on a 2017 X5 but it didn't have the M Sport…

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Answer 7

The EcoHitch #306-X7265 and #EH44FR have one real difference between them. The #EH44FR is designed for vehicles with a backup sensor and the #306-X7265 is designed for vehicles without a backup sensor. Outside of this and a slight difference in…

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Answer 8

Assuming that your vehicle has the M Sport trim package but isn't the M or the M performance model, both the EcoHitch #EH44FR for vehicles with a back up sensor or #306-X7265 for vehicles without the back up sensor and the Stealth #SH85VR would…

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Answer 9

We have a version of the EcoHitch that fits your 2016 BMW X5 that was designed for versions of the vehicle that have the backup sensors with part #EH44FR. This would be your best option and gives you ability to remove lower hitch opening when not…

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Answer 10

The correct EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2016 BMW X5 is part #306-X7265 for models without backup sensors or part #EH44FR for models with backup sensors. In regards to installation, we recommend local RV dealers who have a service…

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Answer 11

I do have an option for you but TorkLift does not offer a EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver for your 2016 BMW X5 with M-Performance Package. In fact, there is only one trailer hitch available for your X5 with M-Performance Package and that is…

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Answer 12

I took a look for you and can confirm that there is no trimming of any fascia required to install the EcoHitch you asked about that fits your 2017 BMW X5: - EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH44FR This is a really cool choice for a hitch on…

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