The TAG Heavy Duty Towbar gives your Hyundai Tucson NX4 from 02/2021 or Kia Sportage from 09/2021 a solid tow point for real trips, from the bush to the beach. The bar tucks in under the rear so you can still hit mild dirt tracks without dragging every time you meet a spoon drain. Match the trailer weight to the factory tow rating on your compliance plate and you are good to load up.

The towbar runs a full-width steel cross tube tied into chassis-mounted side plates, so the pull is spread across both rails, not just one corner. High-tensile bolts clamp straight into factory holes, so you are not drilling new stress points into the back of the car. A black powder-coat outer skin helps it shrug off road grime and stone chips, which is what you want for a bitumen commuter that still sees dusty weekends away.

• Heavy duty towbar for Hyundai Tucson NX4 from 02/2021
• Heavy duty towbar for Kia Sportage from 09/2021
• Vehicle-specific mounting to factory chassis points
• Steel cross tube for even load distribution
• Black powder-coated finish for chip resistance
• Provides fixed tow point for trailers and racks
• Suits towing up to vehicle’s plated capacity
• Helps maintain practical rear departure angle
• Compatible with standard towball style ball mount
• Suitable for touring, camping and general towing use

Q: What vehicles does this TAG Heavy Duty Towbar fit?

This towbar suits Hyundai Tucson NX4 from 02/2021 onward and Kia Sportage from 09/2021 onward. Stick to these model years to ensure the mounting points line up with the chassis. Different generations or body shapes can have completely different rear structures. If your build date is close to the changeover, double-check the compliance plate before ordering.

Q: Can I use this towbar for both towing and bike racks?

Yes, it can be used for trailers and towball-mounted accessories within the vehicle’s rated capacity. Many bike racks clamp to a standard towball or tongue, which this bar provides. Just add the accessory’s loaded weight to any trailer or gear weight when you check against the vehicle’s limit. Always follow the rack manufacturer’s instructions for maximum load and tie-down points.

Q: Do I need to modify the rear bumper to fit this towbar?

This towbar is built as a vehicle-specific fit, so it typically uses existing chassis points and a cut-out only where the receiver passes the bumper. On many late-model SUVs this is a small trim notch rather than a full cut section. The neat fit keeps the bar tucked in close and helps maintain departure angle. Any trimming should be checked against the fitting instructions supplied with the kit.

Q: How do I know the maximum weight I can tow with this bar?

Always go by the lowest rating between the vehicle and any towing gear in the setup. The vehicle’s maximum braked and unbraked tow capacities are printed on its compliance plate or listed in the owner’s manual. The towbar and coupling will also carry their own rating plates. Your legal limit is the smallest of those figures, including towball download, not the largest.

Hyundai Tucson NX4 built from February 2021 onwards.

Kia Sportage built from September 2021 onwards.