Ground Clearance of EcoHitch Trailer Hitch on Subaru Outback Wagon
Question:
Will this decrease the factory ground clearance?
asked by: CARLOS Z
Helpful Expert Reply:
The EcoHitch trailer hitch, part # 306-X7601, does sit underneath the rear bumper so it reduces the ground clearance at the bumper for sure. It installs right up to the fascia on a Subaru Outback Wagon so if you measure from the underside on one down 2-1/2 inches you can see how much you'll lose. When we installed the EcoHitch on a 2018 Outback it was about 13-1/2 inches from the ground. This could be a little different if you have a different model year.
According to EcoHitch it doesn't reduce the overall ground clearance of the vehicle. The differential actually sits lower than the hitch does.
I've linked the install video from when we put it on a 2018 for you.
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EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- EcoHitch
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