Used Mercedes-Benz EQB Towbar

The EQB is actually one of the relatively few electric cars approved for towing, and Mercedes did offer a factory-fitted towbar as a genuine option on the EQB — so used towbars from dismantled EQBs do exist. Not every example will have one fitted, since it was an option rather than standard equipment, so availability from breakers may be limited. It is worth contacting multiple breakers and being patient, as towbar-equipped EQBs coming through the dismantling trade are not yet plentiful given the model's age.

The EQB (X243 platform) launched in the UK around 2022 and has remained on the same generation throughout production to date, with no fundamental platform change in that period. In principle, towbars from the same generation should be compatible, but confirm with the breaker against your exact registration, as mid-production pressing or mounting-point changes cannot be ruled out without checking. A good breaker will cross-reference your VIN to be certain before supplying the part.

Trim level does not affect towbar fitment on the EQB — the underlying bodyshell and rear mounting structure are the same regardless of whether your car is in Sport, AMG Line, or any other specification. The cosmetic differences between trims (bumper inserts, diffuser styling) should not prevent the towbar mechanism itself from fitting, though you may need to check whether trim-specific rear bumper cut-outs or covers are included with the used part. Ask the breaker whether any bumper trim pieces that came with the towbar are included.

The towbar mounting points on the EQB are on the body/chassis rather than the drivetrain, so the difference between front-wheel-drive 250 and four-wheel-drive 300 4MATIC variants should not affect towbar fitment. However, there can be differences in wiring loom routing and trailer electrics between drivetrain variants, so if you are also sourcing the wiring kit, confirm with the breaker that it matches your specific drivetrain. The towbar bracket itself is the less risky part of the transaction; the electrics are where mismatches are more likely.

The EQA and EQB are related but are different vehicles — the EQB (X243) is based on the GLB platform and is a seven-seat SUV, while the EQA (H243) is a smaller, five-seat crossover with a different body and rear end. Towbars from the two models are not interchangeable. Always source a towbar specifically listed for the EQB X243, and confirm with the breaker against your registration to be safe.

Ask the breaker to confirm the part came from an EQB (X243) and that it includes all mounting hardware, since used towbars sometimes arrive incomplete. Because the EQB is an electric vehicle, also check whether a compatible trailer wiring module is included or available separately, as EV-specific can-bus wiring systems often require a matched module rather than a generic kit. Confirm with the breaker against your registration that the mounting points and any bumper cut-out plates align with your specific car before purchasing.