Ground Clearance of Curt Trailer Hitch on 2018 Honda Accord

Question:

All hitches will reduce ground clearance, but to what extent? Can etrailer provide exactly how many inches the Curt C11525 will extend from past the lowest point of the rear bumper? In other-words, what is the lowest point of the hitch to level ground compared to the lowest point on the car assuming it is the bumper to level ground. I am trying to figure out if I should go with either a roof system, trunk system or hitch carrier. I do not want to bottom out every time I enter a grade/angle such as my driveway. Thank you much for your great QandA!

asked by: Jay

Expert Reply:

The Curt Round Tube # C11525 is a confirmed to fit your 2018 Honda Accord and is the only hitch available at this time (April 2023). It will sit so that the top of the receiver opening is 11 inches from the ground which is pretty standard for the Accords with hitches. It would be a good idea to choose accessories with a rise shank if possible. This would give you a little more height. I have attached an install video for you to see how the hitch sits with the bumper.

expert reply by: Chris R