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Clearview Towing Mirror Comparison

Compare Clearview Compact, Next Gen, and Classic towing mirrors

Compare Towing Mirrors

Compare Clearview Compact, Next Gen, and Classic towing mirrors to find the best fit for your vehicle, towing setup, and feature needs.

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Classic vs Next Gen Towing Mirrors

Our Classic and Next Gen mirrors both offer extended towing visibility, but they cater to different technological requirements and aesthetic preferences.

Shared Features

  • Dual Mirror Design: Both models feature a large, flat top mirror (1:1 ratio) for an accurate reflection of distance behind the vehicle, alongside a smaller, convex bottom mirror to minimise blind spots.
  • Double Arm Design: This provides superior stability, minimising vibrations even at high speeds or on rough terrain.
  • Impact Protection: Both mirrors fold inwards or outwards if struck during tight manoeuvres or off-road driving.
  • Spare Parts Access: You can easily replace components if something breaks, reducing waste and downtime.
  • Customisable Glass: The top glass comes standard as flat, but you can replace it with a convex glass if you prefer consistent visibility across both mirrors.

Key Differences

  • Size and Profile: The Classics are a noticeably larger mirror head. They are 31mm taller and 100mm wider than the Next Gen. However, the Classics are 33mm thinner, as they do not need to house the advanced modern technology found in the Next Gen housings.
  • Extension and Positioning: In the standard retracted position, the Classics sit 76mm further away from the vehicle than the Next Gens. At full extension, the Classics extend 103mm, whereas the Next Gens extend 180mm (leaving only 1mm separating both mirrors at their absolute full extension).
  • Driving Positions: Classic Mirrors feature telescopic arms with two driving positions (Normal and Extended). Next Gen mirrors feature a two-stage telescopic extension, providing three distinct towing positions.
  • Features and Finishes: The Classic range keeps things simple: indicator or non-indicator, manual or electric adjustment, and available only in black. The Next Gen range retains most modern factory functions (blind-spot monitoring, 360-degree cameras, power-fold, memory adjustment) and comes in black, chrome, and raw finishes.

Recommendation: Choose the Next Gen for modern vehicles requiring advanced feature integration and a closer-to-factory profile. Choose the Classic for older vehicles or if wanting a straightforward, price-sensitive mirror. 

Compact vs Next Gen Towing Mirrors

If you are deciding between a factory look and functionality, and maximum towing visibility, compare the Compact and Next Gen models. Aesthetically, the two share a very similar footprint, but the Compact is just 57mm shorter and 2mm narrower than the Next Gen.

Shared Features

  • Telescopic 2 stage Extension provides 3 towing positions to choose from: Both extend up to 180mm for towing and retract back to near factory settings for everyday driving.
  • Double Arm Design: Ensures a stable, vibration-free image.
  • Vehicle-Specific Engineering: Both models retain most factory functions, including blind-spot monitoring, cameras, and power-fold capabilities.
  • Finishes and Support: Both are available in black, chrome, or raw finishes, and both feature full spare parts access.
  • Impact Protection: Both mirrors fold inwards or outwards if struck during tight manoeuvres or off-road driving.

Compact Towing Mirrors Overview

The Compact mirrors resemble factory mirrors while offering greatly improved towing functionality.

Single Convex Mirror Design: Features one large convex mirror that minimises blind spots and offers a wider viewing angle by reducing the size of reflected objects.

Streamlined Look: Maintains a discreet, factory-style profile suitable for everyday use.

Best for: Drivers who want subtle aesthetics and a seamless factory look, without the bulk of a dual-mirror setup.

Next Gen Towing Mirrors Overview

Next Gen mirrors take functionality to the highest level with a dual-mirror setup for ultimate visibility in a compact mirror.

Dual Mirror Design: The large flat top mirror offers a true 1:1 reflection, while the smaller convex bottom mirror extends the field of view for adjacent lanes.

Customisable Glass: The top glass comes standard as flat, but you can replace it with a convex glass if you prefer consistent visibility across both mirrors.

Best for: Drivers who need precise visibility for reversing, hitching, or towing heavy loads, and prefer a dedicated dual-mirror system.

Towing Mirror Recommendations

Choosing the right towing mirrors comes down to three things: what you tow, how often you tow it, and your vehicle’s make and model. The right setup gives you clearer rearward visibility, fewer blind spots, and safer lane changes when towing caravans, trailers, boats, or horse floats.
Clearview offers three ranges of extendable towing mirrors to match different needs. Compact suits everyday drivers who want a streamlined, OEM-style mirror with strong visibility. Next Gen is our flagship twin-mirror design, ideal for frequent towing and larger caravans. Classic is a practical, value-focused option for reliable towing essentials.
Because Clearview mirrors are vehicle-specific, the best place to start is fitment. Checking your make, model, and year shows which ranges and features are available for your setup.
Use our vehicle filter to find your match, or compare mirror ranges to see which one fits how you tow.

Christmas Open Hours

Clearview Accessories will be closed from the 20th of December 2024 to the 5th of January 2025 to celebrate the Christmas season with our loved ones.

Any orders received during this period will be processed upon our return from Monday 6th January 2025.

On behalf of the whole Clearview team, we’d like to wish you a very merry Christmas and a happy and safe New Year! 
 

Christmas Open Hours

Clearview Accessories will be closed from the 22nd December 2023 to the 8th January 2024 to celebrate the Christmas season with our loved ones. Any orders received during this period will be processed upon our return from Monday 8th January 2024.
On behalf of the whole Clearview team, we’d like to wish you a very merry Christmas and a happy and safe New Year!