New Panamera towing capacity
Racer
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The first generation Panamera had an available tow hitch option for the European market only @ 4,850 pounds. My understanding is that the Cayenne has a non-PDK transmission (Tiptronic) for off-road capabilities.
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That's my question as well. If the car frame is consistent between the e-hybrid/non-hybrid, then it should bolt into the same place.
Also, the page on the ST Stealth Hitch doesn't have any installation instructions, unlike the 970 hitch page.
Also, the page on the ST Stealth Hitch doesn't have any installation instructions, unlike the 970 hitch page.
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Stealth hitch is now available for ST e-hybrid. I received an email from them yesterday and the website now has this item listed for sale. Also, installation instructions are available for download.
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On the warranty issue I think someone using the trailer hitch for a bike, or cargo rack, or even a little trailer to haul kayaks, probably wouldn’t have an issue. Someone pulling their race car might be an issue.
One thing nobody brought up is if Porsche does not support trailer towing with Panamera, will dealerships be able (or willing) to configure the car’s electrical system to accept the wiring harness for light function and disarm the rear sensors? It seems to me Porsche could easily limit their PDK liability by simply refusing to allow dealers to recode cars as a matter of policy. Sort of like they do when you ask to get the rear lift gate warning turned off.
One thing nobody brought up is if Porsche does not support trailer towing with Panamera, will dealerships be able (or willing) to configure the car’s electrical system to accept the wiring harness for light function and disarm the rear sensors? It seems to me Porsche could easily limit their PDK liability by simply refusing to allow dealers to recode cars as a matter of policy. Sort of like they do when you ask to get the rear lift gate warning turned off.
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The Stealth kit has an available wiring harness. I had the wiring installed with the hitch by the folks at Auto & Truck Outfitters in Chadds Ford PA. They were recommended to me by my dealer, Porsche of the Main Line. I have not towed anything yet but I have tested the turn signals and tail lights with a LED test connector and they work.
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The Porsche carrier bars work nicely. They’re quite quiet, compared to other OEM bars I’ve used on prior cars; Mercedes E320 wagon, Audi A6 Avant, and Audi Q3. The mounting system is sturdy and secure for sure, but it is a bit cumbersome. Over-engineered I’d say. I mean first there’s a little tool to remove the six little plugs from the door jams. Then fitting the bars into place being careful not to scratch the metal clamps along the roof. But they certainly do the job. Aesthetically I’d rather this than roof rails but certainly they’re less convenient. Not something I’d want to install and remove all too often. To the question though, yes I’m happy with them.