Can an X5 be Towed behind an RV?
 

Hello All,

I'm new to this informative forum.

I'd like to know if an X5 can be towed (all wheels down) behind a Motorhome without damaging the X5 transmission?

Might there be a difference between towing an X5 3.0i with a manual 5 speed vs. the automatic transmission?


Thanks for your responses in advance.

Cheers,

Marcus

Here's the 2006 list from Motorhome Magazine for vehicles sold in America that can be flat-towed behind a motorhome based on manufacturer approvals. No BMW models are present on the list so the answer is no.

http://www.motorhomemagazine.com/din...ngs_p20_28.pdf

I've always heard that AWD can't be towed if the wheels are touching the ground.

From the x5 manual:

but X5 isnt really an AWD or is it?

If you X5 is a auto then it can not be towed behind your RV all four wheels on the ground the front has to be lifted up.

:wtf:

Yes the X5 uses X-Drive which is a continuous AWD system. :)

You can't tow a AWD vehicle with only 2 wheels on the ground because the transfer case and transmission require all 4 having resistance. I'm not sure if you could tow a AWD vehicle with all 4 wheels on the ground :dunno: It certainly would not be the preferred method.

flatbed is always the better route....

Get a Jeep Liberty for RV towing use.

I've seen many Jeep 4x4's towed with all 4 wheels on the ground. I asked someone about this a few years ago and that was one of the reasons he got a jeep because he could do this without issue. He mentioned that you couldn't do it with others. I never questioned him about why jeep and nobody else, but I do believe he was giving his honest thought based on his research. I'm sure any dealer could give you an answer in a hot second.

I guess those Jeeps have a switch where you can turn FWD on or off. ;) AWD is better system.