Electrical Tow Bar BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Westfalia Towbar Pivoted Towing Hitch Bar

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Electrical Tow Bar BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Westfalia Towbar Pivoted Towing Hitch Bar is an original component mounted on the rear of the bodywork, designed for BMW vehicles. The electrically controlled mechanism allows for convenient preparation of the vehicle for towing a trailer or mounting a bike rack, while maintaining the aesthetics and functionality of the vehicle's rear area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6875542-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6875542
• Substitutable numbers: 6875542, 71606875542, 6869270, 71606869270, 6799157, 71606799157, 303318600022, 6798714
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Tow Bars & Coupling Sets

Purpose and compatibility

The presented Electrical Tow Bar BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Westfalia Towbar Pivoted Towing Hitch Bar has been designed specifically for BMW X3 F25 and BMW X4 F26 models. The design, matched to the factory mounting points at the rear of the body, ensures proper load transfer during towing and consistency with the vehicle's original architecture.

As an element from the Trailer hitches and complete sets group, the product serves as a base for building a fully functional towing system, compliant with the vehicle manufacturer's requirements and typical installation standards in this class of vehicles.

Design and function of the electric mechanism

The Electrical Tow Bar BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Westfalia Towbar Pivoted Towing Hitch Bar uses an integrated drive that allows the ball to be folded and unfolded without the need for manual disassembly. This allows the user to quickly switch the vehicle between daily driving mode and towing mode, minimizing interference with the appearance of the rear of the car.

The placement on the rear of the vehicle is consistent with BMW's factory design assumptions, which promotes the correct distribution of forces acting on the body when pulling a trailer. This type of solution is particularly valued in premium class cars, where both functionality and maintaining a clean bumper line are important.

Benefits of using an original Westfalia tow bar

Using the Electrical Tow Bar BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Westfalia Towbar Pivoted Towing Hitch Bar in a BMW X3 F25 or X4 F26 brings a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining high compatibility with the rear body structure,
• the ability to conveniently prepare the car for towing a trailer or mounting a bike rack,
• aesthetic concealment of the element when folded, which limits the impact on the vehicle's appearance,
• a solution consistent with the character of premium segment cars.

For the user, this means more flexible use of the car's transport space, without the need for constant exposure of the tow bar and without compromising on the comfort of daily operation.

Characteristics of the used product

The offered tow bar is a used item, which in practice means that it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of previous use. Such components are often chosen as an economical solution, allowing to maintain the original specificity of BMW equipment while reducing costs compared to purchasing a new part.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the mechanical and electrical condition by a qualified service center to ensure the proper operation of the folding mechanism and safe use in road conditions.

Towing system expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional wiring harnesses, mounts, or covers related to the towing system, check the available parts in the Trailer hitches and complete sets BMW category.

In the case of extensive service work on the vehicle, including the drivetrain, it is worth checking out practical tips on purchasing used parts – detailed information can be found in the article Buying a used engine: 5 things you must check before installation.