Recommended Trailer Hitch For A 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan

Updated 06/08/2022 | Published 06/07/2022

Question:

Hello, it appears the echohitch 306-X7373 receiver is the correct receiver for our 2015 Tiguan. With a tongue weight capacity of 525 pounds oddly enough for the 2015 Tiguan only would I or you? be comfortable attaching a motorcycle carrier plus a small Honda Monkey to the back of our Tiguan? The carrier is 40 pounds and the Monkey is about 240 for a total of 280 pounds. I realize that’s approximately 1/2 the weight the hitch can carry, it makes me a little nervous having just four bolts holding the weight. Should I be concerned?

asked by: Richard S

Expert Reply:

When installing a trailer hitch on your 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan The EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 inch # 306-X7313 is confirmed to fit your vehicle.

The hitch is rated to have a tongue weight up to 525 pounds but that's what the hitch is rated for. You would need to check your vehicle's manual and double check the proper towing capacity of your vehicle. Per out sources it shows it can tow up to 2,200 pounds which means the tongue weight is around 220 pounds. So you will not be able to carry a smaill Honda Monkey motorcycle on the back of your Tiguan.

The hitch has an easy, bolt-on installation - with no drilling or welding required. It has a black powder coat finish that offers a superior rust protection.

If you want to haul your Honda motorcycle then you could tow a small trailer if the weight capacity is under 2,200 pounds.

expert reply by: Noah E