Opinions about EVs are changing rapidly. We all remember the famous episode of Fr Ted with Dougal on a battery-powered milk float. For many people, this remains their impression of Electric Vehicles, and the idea of an EV towing trailers or caravans would really surprise them!
In terms of towing, the BMW iX is very well equipped. All models of the SUV come with All Wheel Drive, which is great for traction if you’re trying to pull a trailer or caravan in slippery conditions. You also get plenty of power. If you go for the range topping iX M60, then you get 455kW of power and a massive 1,100Nm torque. With a 105.2kWh battery pack, you won’t be shy on range!The Tesla Model X comes in two variants: the Dual Motor or the Plaid. It’s a big car, weighing in at 2.
With a 107kWh battery, range won’t be an issue. The Polestar 3 comes with at least 360kW of power and 840Nm of torque. All Wheel Drive gives you plenty of grip to get the trailer moving.We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the luxurious BMW i7. This will be BMW’s flagship electric saloon with a price tag going well over €100,000.
With up to 400kW of power and All Wheel Drive across the range, the EQS SUV has the grunt to get you and your trailer going in all conditions. A usable battery of 108.4kWh normally gives the SUV a dependable range of just under 500km. It’ll be a good bit less with a trailer in tow, but still enough to get you across the Ireland on a single charge.That makes up our Top 5 EVs for towing in Ireland. But we promised an honourable mention.
What is the best off road EV?