Towing Capacity Of Aftermarket Hitches Vs. OEM Towing Packages For A 2019 Audi Q7

Question:

I am looking at a 2019 Audi Q7 but there are very few available with the tow package installed. The dealers are telling me an aftermarket hitch will have a reduced towing capacity of approx 6000 lbs from the original rating of 7700 lbs. regardless of the hitch I use. Is this true?

asked by: David M

Expert Reply:

The capacity of a towing system is limited by it's lowest rated component. There are hitches in our lineup rated for more than the 6,000 lbs referenced, such as the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e88KR so as long as the 2019 Audi Q7 is capable of towing up to the hitch maximum of 7,000 lbs of Gross Trailer Weight on the etrailer hitch and the other components like the ball mount, ball, etc. are rated for the job, towing capacity shouldn't be reduced.

expert reply by: Patrick R