Can An Audi A8 Pull A Camper

Can An Audi A8 Pull A Camper? Audi A8 Towing Capacity

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If you own or are considering an Audi A8 and you’re looking to pull your rig, you’re probably wondering: can an Audi A8 pull a camper or trailer?

Yes, an Audi A8 can pull a camper up to 1,650 pounds.

There are additional factors you’ll need to consider when pulling a camper or travel trailer with an Audi A8 which we’ll cover below.

Pulling A Camper With An Audi A8

So, can an Audi A8 tow a camper trailer? Yes: the Audi A8 towing capacity is 1,650 pounds, so as long as your camper, toy hauler, travel trailer, or pop-up camper is under 1,650 lbs your Audi A8 can successfully tow it.

Now we need to explore the additional factors you’ll need to keep in mind when pulling a trailer with your Audi A8.

Audi A8 Towing Capacity
How much can an Audi A8 tow is up to 1,650 pounds.

Audi A8 Tow Hitch

Does The Audi A8 Come With A Tow Hitch?

The Audi A8 does not automatically come with a tow package included, so you’ll need to add one yourself or have one installed professionally.

Audi A8 Camper Towing: What Do I Need?

At minimum you’ll need a trailer hitch and wiring harness to tow your trailer behind your Audi A8.

Do I Need A Brake Controller To Pull A Camper With an Audi A8?

If your travel trailer or camper has electronic brakes then you’ll also need a brake controller to send a signal from your vehicle to the brakes on your trailer.

Most states have laws stating that any trailer over 3,000 pounds must have a brake controller, but check with your state for specifics.

You should not need a brake controller because the Audi A8 can only tow up to 1,650 pounds.

Audi A8 Towing Package Cost

Audi A8 Tow Hitch & Wiring Harness Cost

Audi A8 trailer hitches run between $300-500.

Audi A8 Tow Hitch Installation Cost

Expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed on your Audi A8 (including the hitch and wiring harness).

Audi A8 Brake Controller Cost

Audi A8 brake controllers cost between $100-200 for the part, and up to $250 for the installation of the brake controller.

Can You Put A Tow Hitch On An Audi A8? Audi A8 Tow Package Installation

If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.

Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.

What Else Will I Need To Pull A Camper With My Audi A8?

Depending on what trailer or camper you’ll be pulling with your Audi A8, you may opt for a suspension enhancement kit to reduce rear-end sag and to improve your ride quality and stability.

Additionally, if your trailer or camper has electric brakes then you’ll need a 7-way connector and brake controller kit.

What Can An Audi A8 Tow?

Camper That An Audi A8 Can Pull
The Audi A8 can tow a camper up to 1,650 pounds.

Your Audi A8 can pull a camper, trailer, travel trailer, toy hauler, or pop-up camper under 1,650 pounds which is going to be most ultra lightweight campers.

The Audi A8 can safely tow the following travel trailer and camper models under 1,650 lbs:

  • Happier Camper HC1
  • Rockwood Geo Pro 12RK
  • Rustic Trail Teardrop Camper
  • InTech RV Flyer
  • Pika Teardrop Trailer
  • MeerKat Trailer
  • nuCamp TAG Teardrop Trailer
  • ProLite Mini
  • TAXA Outdoors TigerMoth
  • Scamp 13’ Trailer
  • Wisecraft Little Joe Camper

This is by no means a full list, but the above are some popular examples of campers that can be towed by an Audi A8.

Can An Audi A8 Tow A Caravan?

As we covered in this guide, your Audi A8 can tow a caravan under 1,650 lbs.

Audi A8 Towing – What You Need To Know 

When determining what travel trailers you can pull behind your Audi A8, you’ll want to know the following specs:

  • UVM (Unloaded Vehicle Weight) aka Dry Weight: This is the weight of a trailer as it’s manufactured at the factory.  This figure includes all the weight including the axles and hitch of your trailer or camper.
  • Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC): This is the maximum weight of your personal belongings that can be added.  This is the GVWR minus the UVM, full fresh water tank weight, and full LP (liquid propane) gas weight.  In other words, CCC = GWVR – (UVM + water + gas).
  • Tongue Weight aka Hitch Weight: This is the amount of weight that’s pressing down on your vehicle’s hitch or 5th wheel connection when your travel trailer or camper is fully loaded for travel.

The most important factor to look for is the dry weight or UVM of your travel trailer or camper and making sure it’s below 1,650 lbs so your Audi A8 can safely tow it.

Understand that if it’s close to that number, you must also factor in any additional weight added to your trailer via cargo, water, or propane tanks and make sure the total does not exceed 1,650 pounds. 

Audi A8 Towing Capacity

So, how much can an Audi A8 tow?

The Audi A8 towing capacity is 1,650 pounds.

Audi A8 Towing Capacity: 1,650 lbs

Audi A8 GVWR: 6,140 lbs

You’ll want to pay attention to the following specs to make sure your Audi A8 can tow your camper or travel trailer:

  • CGWR (Combined Gross Weight Rating): This is the max allowable weight including your vehicle, cargo, passengers, and the trailer.
  • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): This is the maximum weight capacity of your vehicle including the vehicle itself, passengers, and cargo without a trailer or camper attached.  Exceeding either or both of the Audi A8 GVWR or Audi A8 towing capacity can damage the vehicle.

Can An Audi A8 Pull A Camper? Wrapping Things Up

Hopefully this guide helped you to understand that yes, you can tow a camper with an Audi A8 as long as you pay close attention to the total weight (the camper or travel trailer must be under 1,650 pounds).

Most Audi A8 models don’t come with a towing package installed, so you’ll need to add one to the vehicle. Once complete, you’re ready to hit the road and get camping!

What hitch and wiring harness did you choose for your Audi A8, and what camper or trailer are you towing with it? How did the hitch installation go?  Let your fellow campers know in the comments below.

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