Recommended Hitch w/ Maximum Towing Capacity for a 2022 Audi Q8
Updated 12/15/2025 | Published 11/17/2024
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I am considering purchasing a CPO Audi Q8, but it does not have the trailer towing package. Will this hitch installation allow up to the Q8 limit of 7,700 pounds? Our trailer is about 5,000 pounds loaded. What is the upper limit for the hitch with the installed ball?
asked by: Andy M
Expert Reply:
Yes, it will Andy. The Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch item # 391AUDQ818T has a maximum towing capacity of 8,000 lbs. You'll get every bit of the 7,700 lbs capacity out of your 2022 Audi Q8.
The Stealth Hitches item # 391AUDQ818T comes with everything you need to tow a trailer except a brake controller. Since your Q8 does not have the towing package, I recommend using the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller item # C51180. This is by far the easiest brake controller to install and use. You simply plug it into the 7-way connector and control the settings through an app on your phone.
I have linked an installation video below so you can see how to get this hitch installed.
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Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit - Custom Fit - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- 800 lbs TW
- 8000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Completely Hidden
- Stealth Hitches
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Jerred H.
12/15/2025
Hey Andy, how did things go with the Stealth Hitches setup on your Audi Q8? Did the hitch and Curt Echo brake controller handle your 5,000‑pound trailer the way you expected? Your feedback could really help others planning a similar tow.