Audi Q5 & Audi SQ5 — 2018 - 2024 — Trailer Hitch by EcoHitch®
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Looking for a solid trailer hitch for your Audi Q5 or Audi SQ5? This one offers impressive performance and a quality build you can count on.
Are you a proud owner of a 2018-2024 Audi Q5 or Audi SQ5? If so, you’re in luck! EcoHitch® presents the Audi Q5 & SQ5 trailer hitch – boasting a fully concealed design that is easy and hassle-free. Bid farewell to tedious alterations and welcome this effortless installation that keeps your vehicle’s appearance sleek and untouched. Say yes to convenience, say yes to EcoHitch®.
Unlike other protruding hitches that extend beyond the bumper and turn into shin-kicking hazards, our streamlined, flush-mount design eliminates this common safety hazard while preserving your superior ground clearance to assure your rack and bikes remain level and avoid scraping damage.
Featuring our 2" receiver, EcoHitch delivers unparalleled stability with a tongue weight rating of 750 pounds, this hitch is designed to haul E-Bikes, cargo trays, camping gear, or other adventure essentials without breaking a sweat.
Best of all, EcoHitch for the Audi Q5 & Audi SQ5 maintains full hands-free kick sensor functionality, so you never lose the convenience you love.
Built to outlast and outperform, EcoHitch is the ultimate hitch solution for Audi Q5 & Audi SQ5 owners.
Trailer Hitch Part Number: X7397 (2”)
Hitch receiver type: Hidden
Receiver size: 2”
Weight Rating: 5,000 pounds towing, 750 pounds tongue weight at the trailer ball ***
This kit ships complete. Kit includes bolt/accessory kits
How to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2018 - 2024 Audi Q5: Step-by-Step Guide for Easy Installation
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Applications Include:
- 2018 Audi Q5 trailer hitch
- 2019 Audi Q5 trailer hitch
- 2020 Audi Q5 trailer hitch
- 2021 Audi Q5 trailer hitch
- 2022 Audi Q5 trailer hitch
- 2023 Audi Q5 trailer hitch
- 2024 Audi Q5 trailer hitch
- 2018 Audi SQ5 trailer hitch
- 2019 Audi SQ5 trailer hitch
- 2020 Audi SQ5 trailer hitch
- 2021 Audi SQ5 trailer hitch
- 2022 Audi SQ5 trailer hitch
- 2023 Audi SQ5 trailer hitch
- 2024 Audi SQ5 trailer hitch
Key Features:
- Versatile Combo Rack and Tow Hitch: The EcoHitch allows you to tow or use a bike rack without needing any additional accessories. Some other hitches require separate adapters for towing, the EcoHitch is designed to do it all, providing seamless integration for all your towing and bike rack needs.
- Completely Concealed Hidden Design: Only the receiver is visible, maintaining your Audi’s sleek appearance.
- E-Bike Rated: Planning your set up? Be sure to use our new Maximum Hitch Weight (Tongue Weight) Estimator to be certain you are not overloading your trailer hitch or your vehicle. EcoHitch features many hitch designs engineered to handle the extra weight of E-Bikes without requiring the use of additional straps. EcoHitch offers some of the highest tongue weight capacity available— for securely transporting bikes, cargo trays, additional gear, etc.
- Class 3 Compatible? – Check Your Setup: Most E-Bike rack manufacturers require a Class 3 hitch. Many EcoHitches feature designs similar to Class 3 performance standards, but not all hitch offerings support every one of the Class 3 standards. Whether you're using an EcoHitch or another hitch, maintain your confidence that your hitch combination can safely carry your E-Bike setup- use our Maximum Hitch Weight (Tongue Weight) Estimator to estimate your set up.
- Impressive Towing Capacity: Rated for 750 pounds tongue weight at the trailer ball and 5,000 pounds towing weight.***
- Sensor Safe™️: Will never interfere with your hands-free lift gate sensors (kick sensor) unlike other hitches.
- Unmatched Ground Clearance: Every EcoHitch® is designed to be angled upward just enough to keep your hitch accessories level and avoid scraping.
- Aerodynamic Compatibility: Complements the aerodynamic contours of your Q5 and SQ5.
- Armor Pro Finish:Torklift’s exclusive premium finish, engineered to outperform traditional powder coat with a tougher barrier against rust, road salt, harsh weather, moisture, and everyday towing abuse. Armor Pro Finish is backed by 2,000+ hours of salt spray testing, up to 8x longer than standard powder coat finish.
- Eco-Friendly: Made with 100% recycled and recyclable materials.
- Lightweight: No added bulk to your vehicle.
- Free Shipping: Available for the lower 48 states.
- Made in the U.S.A.: Proudly American-made.
- Legendary Lifetime Warranty: Rest assured with our unwavering commitment to quality.
Simple Installation
Designed for simplicity, our hitch offers a 100 percent bolt-on installation that won’t disrupt your vehicle’s aerodynamics or require roof-mounted cargo.
EcoHitch® Trailer Hitch Strength
Coated in high-impact powder coat with a Chasm Black finish, our hitches are meticulously sandblasted for maximum durability. Made from a combination of aerospace-grade aluminum, stainless steel, and steel.
American-Made with a REAL Warranty
Proudly Made in America, our Audi Q5 and Audi SQ5 hitch is backed by our Legendary Lifetime Warranty. Our knowledgeable team is ready to assist you with installation and support.
*WARNING* Your vehicle may have a lower tow rating than this trailer hitch. If your vehicle’s tow rating is less than the rated towing capacity on your Torklift Central trailer hitch, your trailer hitch capacity is limited to your vehicle’s factory rated towing capacity.
***IMPORTANT NOTICE:
While EcoHitch®️ trailer hitches are built with high-strength materials and tested for exceptional weight ratings, your vehicle’s factory towing capacities are the ultimate limit. Always refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual to determine its maximum towing and tongue weight ratings. No aftermarket hitch or accessory can increase your vehicle’s factory-rated towing capacities.
Using hauling accessories like extensions, cargo trays, bike racks, or other accessories that extend the load out from the trailer hitch, will significantly reduce the tongue weight capacity of your hitch system.
To estimate how your setup will affect tongue weight, we recommend using our Maximum Hitch Weight (Tongue Weight) Estimator before hauling your payload (cargo trays, bike racks, etc).
Disclaimer:It is the user’s responsibility to ensure safe towing practices and to confirm that all loads fall within the limits of the lowest-rated component in the towing system. Torklift is not liable for any damage or injury resulting from the misuse or overloading of towing/hauling equipment.
Additional Online Part Numbers: 306-X7397 Etrailer ECHX7397 Meyer
*Depending on the application, the product can include a combination of up to three qualified materials
What is the weight rating for the EcoHitch?
The EcoHitch weight rating is 5,000 pounds towing and 750 pounds tongue weight at the trailer ball. Use our Maximum Hitch Weight (Tongue Weight) Estimator to verify allowable load and ensure you are within safe limits.
Does the EcoHitch require drilling for installation?
No, the EcoHitch does not require drilling for installation because it features a 100% bolt-on installation with no drilling required for the Audi Q5 and Audi SQ5 hitch application.
Will the EcoHitch interfere with my hands-free lift gate sensor?
No, the EcoHitch will not interfere with your hands-free lift gate sensor because it is Sensor Safe™ and maintains full hands-free kick sensor functionality without interference.
Is the hitch visible when installed?
The EcoHitch visibility when installed is minimized through a completely concealed hidden design where only the 2" receiver is visible, maintaining your Audi's sleek appearance while keeping the main hitch structure out of sight.
Can the EcoHitch handle E-Bikes?
Yes, the EcoHitch can handle E-Bikes because it is E-Bike rated with a 750-pound tongue weight capacity designed to handle the extra weight of E-Bikes without requiring additional straps. Use our Maximum Hitch Weight (Tongue Weight) Estimator to verify allowable load and ensure you are within safe limits.
Does the EcoHitch work for both towing and bike racks?
Yes, the EcoHitch works for both towing and bike racks because it is a versatile combo rack and tow hitch that allows you to tow or use a bike rack without needing any additional adapters. This combo rack and tow hitch configuration will support towing and bike rack use in the same hitch system, keeping the no-adapter requirement intact for straightforward switching between towing and rack applications.
What is the ground clearance like with the EcoHitch?
The ground clearance with the EcoHitch is maintained by an upward angle designed to be angled upward just enough to provide superior ground clearance, keeping your hitch accessories level and avoiding scraping damage. This upward-angled design detail is specified to support accessory leveling while preserving clearance, helping reduce the risk of scraping during typical hitch accessory use.
What warranty does the EcoHitch come with?
The EcoHitch warranty is Torklift's Legendary Lifetime Warranty and it is proudly made in the U.S.A.
Can I install this at home, or do I need a certified mechanic?
You can install the EcoHitch for the 2018 - 2024 Audi Q5 & Audi SQ5 at home because it is a bolt-on installation using standard hand tools, though professional installation support is available if you prefer that option. If you prefer for installation to be done by a professional installer, we have a large network of certified installers across the country. Visit our Certified Dealer Locator here.
Customer Reviews
The installation video is exceptional with a couple very minor differences which may be due to different trim levels between my car and the one in the video. There is a wiring harness in the bumper fascia that is clipped to the car frame above the driver-side tail pipe and those clips need to be removed to get the fascia off. Also, I did not need to modify the heat shield as was done in the video.
Overall, it took about 3 hours to do the install and I've never done anything like this before.
The reason for the deduction of 1 star is due to the washers that are provided are not compatible with high or even medium torque applications. The washers deformed as if they were made of plastic. Instead, I used the factory hardware with a bit of blue Loctite.
Also can confirm that the SQ5 bumper does not need to be trimmed, but I discovered this after trimming it a bit sadly. I did the install by myself, having a helper when re-fitting the bumper cover would have made this a lot easier and negated the need for trimming.