Upgrade your X5 with a rugged hitch for all your overland activities. Features a standard 2" receiver and direct bolt-on fitment. Designed specifically for your E53 X5, this in-house engineered hitch is designed for function and ease of installation. Your E53 is more than capable of meeting your towing needs however the X5 did not come factory-equipped with a hitch and the genuine BMW options are no longer available.

Forget universal hitches, the engineers at ECS chose to design a strong, simple, and dedicated hitch for the E53 X5. This upgrade allows you to utilize the full potential of your X5, from towing to luggage carriers and bike racks this hitch takes care of all your utility needs. Starting with a rugged multipiece design this hitch has two brackets that mount to factory frame locations, the brackets are tied together with the strong center section featuring a standard 2" receiver. Designed to for a direct fit with no modifications necessary to install behind your factory bumper.

Features and benefits:

Direct fitment no modifications required to bumper support
Rugged multi-piece design combines strength with a simple install
Satin black powder coated
Standard 2” receiver

Electrical / Wiring:

No modifications are needed for all bike racks, rear carriers, or storage add-ons, and you are all set to go!

If your X5 DID come equipped with the towing package you are just about set up. To wire in the hitch connector you can reference the wiring diagram pictured above. The only necessary component needed is a 4 pin To 7 blade Trailer Connector (T#24145967)

Pins you want to purchase - QTY 7 61131376204 (T10462)

If your X5 DID NOT come equipped with the towing package you will need the required towing module (part # 61356955253). These modules can be found used on ebay and amazon for great prices and you can also purchase it new on our website(T#14038)

**Direct fit wiring harness connecting the factory tow module directly to your 7-pin connector is in development.**

Upgrade from your factory tow points and add a discretely mounted winch to the front of your X5! Upgraded recovery with an awesome aesthetic!

You can tell by the "Built by Mike" series, the E53 is a more than capable off-road/overland platform. Even the most capable off-road vehicles will get stuck sometimes. Its not about where or when you get stuck but how you recover. The ECS winch mount will allow you to add the most important piece of recovery gear to your overlanding vehicle, a winch. Get yourself up that steep grade of hill, pull yourself out of the mud or be a recovery vehicle for other over-landers knowing you have a stout mounting system for the winch on your X5. Upgraded recovery with an awesome aesthetic!

The factory tow points on your X5 may be good enough for a flatbed tow or short distance pull but they would be no match for getting pulled out from mud or up a hill you just aren't able to conquer. Increase your overland rating with the ECS in-house engineered winch mount. The ECS overland winch mount utilizes the factory frame rails for an extremely sturdy mounting system and is discretely tucked away behind the factory bumper. The added structure of the winch mount includes two extremely thick recovery points that fit a standard 3/4" D ring for when you are pulling or being pulled by another vehicle in a time of need.

Featured in the "Hidden Winch Mount for our Off-Road X5!" video on YouTube: HERE

Features:

Standard 10"x4.5" winch mounting pattern

Recovery points are designed for standard 3/4 D rings

Fits Pre-facelift and LCI Models

Utilizes area behind the factory bumper

Mounting hardware included

Design:

In-house designed

Mild steel construction

Durable satin black powdercoat

Rugged design utilizes factory mounting locations

Additional mounting points for compressor components

Flush License Plate Bolt - 12mm

Upgrade your vehicle's aesthetics with the Flush License Plate Bolt - 12mm, designed to seamlessly blend into your license plate for a sleek appearance. Crafted from durable materials, this bolt offers both style and functionality. Its low-profile design ensures a clean look while providing secure attachment. Enhance your vehicle's exterior with this easy-to-install accessory.

• Sleek and seamless appearance
• Durable construction for long-lasting use
• Low-profile design for a clean look
• Easy installation process