Trailer Hitch to Carry 4 Bikes With 2014 Toyota Prius v
Question:
Hello, I would like to be able to carry 4 bikes on my 2014 Toyota Prius V. I think a hitch-style rack would work best, but Im at a complete loss as to what I need. We currently do not have any hitch on our car, and Im generally pretty unfamiliar with hitch systems. We would be carrying 2 adult and 2 childrens 14 and 16 bikes. Thanks for any help!
asked by: Rachel G
Expert Reply:
Ok, we can definitely get you set up to carry four bikes with your 2014 Toyota Prius v, and you are correct that in order to do that you will need a trailer hitch receiver and a hitch-mounted bike rack. First off, let's start with the hitch, and the one you will need is from EcoHitch:
- EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7192
The reason you will need this hitch is because it is the only hitch for your Prius v that has a 2 inch receiver; the other hitches for your Prius v are Class I hitches with a 1-1/4 inch receiver, and Class I hitches are limited to carrying only two bikes.
The other thing you will need is a 4-bike rack, and I recommend going with a hanging-style rack as these are a more economical option than platform racks while keeping your bikes safely and securely mounted to the rack. The rack I really like for you is the Hollywood Racks Traveler 4-Bike Carrier # HR8500.
The Traveler has rubber anti-sway cradles to keep your bikes steady on the rack, and comes with an anti-rattle bolt to ensure you have a quieter, more peaceful ride than a rack without one. It does not lock though if you want to add an anti-theft deterrent you can do so with the Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock and Cable Lock for Hollywood Racks # HRLHPTC.
Since you plan on carrying kids' bikes, and if your other bikes have a step-through or alternative frame you will need to give those bikes a horizontal mounting point by using an adapter, the Bike Frame Adapter Bar # 64005.
I have added links below to video reviews for you to check out as well of the adapter and Hollywood Racks Traveler 4-Bike Carrier # HR8500.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- 24-3/8 - 33-3/4 Inch Long
- Swagman
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Hollywood Racks Traveler Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 4 Bikes
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Hollywood Racks
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Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock and Cable Lock for Hollywood Racks Bike Racks
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Rack Specific Locks
- Keyed Alike
- Steel
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Threaded Pin
- For Hollywood Racks
- Hollywood Racks
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