Electric cars with towbars: model overview

Most modern electric cars can be fitted with a towbar, but the permissible trailer weight varies widely. According to an ADAC survey, the maximum towing capacity reaches 3.5 tonnes for the Maxus eTerron 9 pickup and 3 tonnes for the new Porsche Cayenne. However, many models, such as the VW ID.4 and Tesla Model 3, are limited to 1000 kg, while the Suzuki e-Vitara and base Mercedes EQE manage only 750 kg. Towing a heavy caravan roughly halves the EV's highway range to 150–200 km, and charging at public stations often requires uncoupling the trailer.