KIA Sportage Towbars

All you need to know about towbars for KIA Sportage

KIA first introduced the Sportage into their range in 2005. The KIA Sportage is available as a ATV/SUV, or SUV. So you know you are installing the right towbar on your KIA Sportage, we have looked at towing capacity, electrical kits, bumper cuts and more for each variation of KIA Sportage below.

KIA Sportage ATV/SUV Towbars

The KIA Sportage ATV/SUV was first released in 2005. To determine which variant of KIA Sportage you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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KIA Sportage ATV/SUV Nose Weight

ATV/SUV models made between 2005 and 2008 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg, between 2008 and 2010 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg, between 2010 and 2016 have a minimum nose weight of 80 kg and a maximum nose weight of 80 kg, between 2016 and 2018 have a minimum nose weight of 100 kg and a maximum nose weight of 100 kg, vehicles made after 2018 have a minimum nose weight of 133 kg and a maximum nose weight of 133 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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KIA Sportage ATV/SUV Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your ATV/SUV to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for KIA Sportage ATV/SUV

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your ATV/SUV, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your ATV/SUV and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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KIA Sportage ATV/SUV Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your ATV/SUV requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your ATV/SUV can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local KIA dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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KIA Sportage ATV/SUV Bumper Cuts

ATV/SUV models made between 2005 and 2008 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2008 and 2010 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2010 and 2016 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2016 and 2018 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, vehicles made after 2018 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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KIA Sportage ATV/SUV Towing Capacity

ATV/SUV models made between 2005 and 2008 have a towing capacity of 1600 kg to 1600 kg, between 2008 and 2010 have a towing capacity of 1600 kg to 1600 kg, between 2010 and 2016 have a towing capacity of 2000 kg to 2000 kg, between 2016 and 2018 have a towing capacity of 2250 kg to 2250 kg, vehicles made after 2018 have a towing capacity of 2200 kg to 2200 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your ATV/SUV is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the ATV/SUV may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

To find specific details for your KIA Sportage, select your vehicle below.

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