2021 BMW X7 towing capacity
The 2021 BMW X7 is published in 4 configurations with a tow rating of 7,500 lb (full-size truck and SUV territory).
The table below lists every trim of the 2021 BMW X7 with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M50i Dark Shadow Edition Sport Utility 4D | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter | 523 | 553 | — | 7,500 | — | 5,661 | — |
| xDrive40i Sport Utility 4D | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 335 | 331 | — | 7,500 | — | 5,397 | — |
| M50i Sport Utility 4D | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter | 523 | 553 | — | 7,500 | — | 5,661 | — |
| ALPINA XB7 Sport Utility 4D | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter | 612 | 590 | — | 7,500 | — | 5,860 | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2020
The 2020 BMW X7 carried a maximum tow rating of 7,500 lb. The 2021 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2020 BMW X7 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2021 BMW models
The rest of BMW's 2021 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2021 BMW X6 | 7,200 |
| 2021 BMW X5 | 7,000 |
| 2021 BMW X1 | 3,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.