Differences Between Curt And Draw-Tite Hitches For A 2022 BMW X5

Updated 01/02/2026 | Published 12/30/2025

Question:

Hello, I am looking for a trailer hitch for a 2022 BMW X5 and have a couple of questions. Can you please compare and contrast the Draw-Tite 76288 and the Curt C85VV? Do you recommend one over the other? Thank you,

asked by: Danny M

Expert Reply:

Hi Danny!

The Draw-Tite # 76288 and Curt # C85VV hitches for your 2022 BMW X5 are going to be pretty similar to each other. There are a few differences though, and I have those listed below:

Draw-Tite # 76288
Towing Capacity: 7,200 lbs Tongue Weight Capacity: 720 lbs
Hitch Height: 12.5"
Weight: 38.9 lbs

Curt # C85VV
Towing Capacity: 7,000 lbs Tongue Weight Capacity: 700 lbs
Hitch Height: 13.5"
Weight: 35.3 lbs

Other than those, the big one is that Curt hitches are American made. That would tend to sway me more towards the Curt hitch, even with the Draw-Tite matching the maximum towing capacities an X5 can have.

Speaking of which, what are you wanting to use the hitch for?

expert reply by: Lazer S

Draw-Tite & Curt Hitches On BMW X5
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Danny M.

12/31/2025

Thank you Lazer, I agree. The weight capacity on the Curt is only 2.8% and it has a 1” higher hitch height. The made in USA is definitely a bonus. I have a 6.5’ x 10’ aluminum trailer that I occasionally use to haul my mower, ATV, my Harley’s and other miscellaneous items that I can’t fit into the SUV. I had a hitch on my Audi Q7 that I put on and didn’t think I would miss it as much as I do since I sold the vehicle.

Lazer S.

1/2/2026

@DannyM Nice! Do you already have wiring as well? If not, I recommend the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236. There aren't any plug and play wiring harnesses available for your X5, but we actually did an install on a 2022 X5 and I included that install video for you to check out.

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