Best Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2021 Subaru Ascent

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I want the best hidden trailer hitch for my 2021 Subaru Ascent. Out of the ones you have which is the best?

asked by: Tommy Q

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For your 2021 Subaru Ascent there are four trailer hitch receivers that will be all be hidden behind the center bumper cover, the EcoHitch # 306-X7381, the Curt # C25VR, the Draw-Tite # 76253, and the etrailer # e55ZR.

These hitches are all pretty similar as they all share the same 750lb tongue weight rating and 5,000lb trailer weight rating, and will all install with the crosstube hidden so only the receiver itself will be visible. Since all of these hitches share the same design they will be equally as difficult to install.

I recommend going with the etrailer # e55ZR due to it being made in the USA, but also due to its unique matte black powder coat finish that really blends in the best to the black plastic trim on your Ascent when the center bumper cover is removed as you can see in the included pictures.

If you will be towing a trailer with your Ascent you will also need to pick up a vehicle wiring harness # 118790 if your trailer has a 4-way connector or the # 118290 if your trailer has a 7-way connector, and a ball mount, hitch ball, and hitch pin and clip which can all be found in the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900.

I included videos of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e55ZR Installed On 2021 Subaru Ascent
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Answer 1

Yes, both the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13400 and the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76253 are confirmed to fit your 2020 Subaru Ascent and are both rated to tow 5,000 lbs. The main reason for their very different designs is the…

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Answer 2

Basically all of the instructions for trailer wiring like the Tekonsha #118290 for your 2020 Subaru Ascent are kind of vague when it comes to routing the power wire to the battery which is why we came up with a helpful article on this (see attached).…

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Answer 3

That spindle looks pretty well destroyed so best option is going to be to replace the axle. You are going to need to measure your current axles in a few places to get the correct one as we don't have access to what your numbers reference. You…

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Answer 4

I do have an option for you but we do not carry Snowbear BlackRock trailer axles. I recommend to use Timbren Axle-less trailer suspension Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System with idler Hubs part #A35RS545 to replace your axle on the utility…

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Answer 5

For your 2020 Subaru Ascent the hitch I recommend is the EcoHitch part #306-X7381 as it's only aftermarket options that installs behind the rear bumper panel to give you a totally hidden look when you aren't towing as you can cover it up.…

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Answer 6

Yes, the EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver item #306-X7381 does include the fish wire tool to complete the installation. This hitch is confirmed to fit 2019 - 2022 Subaru Ascents. I have linked an installation video below.

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Answer 7

For a hitch to carry your back rack on your 2022 Subaru Ascent I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e55ZR. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver and is completely hidden with the bumper panel in place. Since it sits behind the…

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Answer 8

There are some differences to consider between the etrailer hitches #e55ZR and #e35ZR. While both of these hitches have a maximum gross towing weight capacity of 5,000 pounds, they have different maximum tongue weight capacities. The #e55ZR has a…

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Answer 9

If your 2022 Subaru Ascent has the factory tow package with the factory installed 7-way trailer connector, it will have the factory brake controller connector located above the driver's side kick panel forward of the hood latch as shown in the…

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Answer 10

The RedArc Tow-Pro Elite #RED44FR is comparable in reliability and performance to the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 #90195. The difference is really in the design and features. One of the greatest aspects of the P3 is the LCD screen and presets. One of the…

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Answer 11

I'll start with the EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7381. The price on any EcoHitch comes from the material used in the construction of the hitch. It uses a special alloy made of recycled materials and combines aluminum, steel, and…

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Answer 12

We offer two styles of hitches for your 2022 Subaru Ascent, a fully visible model such as the Curt #C13400 or the etrailer brand #e35ZR or the partially concealed Curt #C25VR and etrailer #e55ZR. The #C13400 or #e35ZR mount to the underside of the…

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