Recommended Hidden Style Hitch And Wiring For A 2022 Subaru Ascent

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Looking for a hitch and wiring for my 2022 Subaru Ascent. I have a pop up camper that I tow every now and then, but then a small utility trailer a lot more often. They sit at pretty different levels so I am looking at the Rapid Hitch AM3414 since it has 10 inches of drop. It's probably overkill for what I need it for, but I like that its aluminum and American made. What hitch will work with this and still be hidden when not in use? Neither of these trailers have brakes so I just need a 4 prong wiring harness. Thanks in advance.

asked by: Jeff B

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I will start by saying that the Anderson Rapid Hitch # AM3414, though a little overkill, is definitely a good adjustable ball mount and it will serve your needs well. To get a hitch that will handle this and still be hidden once installed on your 2022 Subaru Ascent, you will want to look at the Curt # C25VR.

This will a bit of a difficult install as it will require taking the back of the vehicle apart and replacing the bumper beam with the hitch, but it will allow you to use the factory access panel on your bumper. This will make it 100% hidden when not in use. It is also very capable and is rated to 5,000 pounds towing and 750 pounds of tongue weight. The vehicle capacities can vary depending on how it was equipped from Subaru, so double check in your owner's manual for exact weight capacities. With this also sitting at 24" when measuring from the ground to the inside top of the receiver, the 10" of drop you will get with the # AM3414 is definitely a good thing.

For the wiring, your best option will be the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118790. This a plug and play harness that will take little to no time to get installed. The Tekonsha brand harnesses also have the longest lifespan of all the brands we carry, so it is highly recommended.

expert reply by: Lazer S

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Answer 1

To install a 7-Way harness on your 2023 Subaru Ascent, without the towing package, you will need two separate wiring harnesses because they don't make just one that'll do the job. The first harness you'll need is the Curt T-Connector…

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Answer 2

The Curt #C25VR and Draw-Tite #76253 will actually be very similar to each other. Both will install the same way and will be completely hidden once completed due to the removable panel on the bumper fascia. However, there are a few differences. The…

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Answer 3

You are correct that the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C25VR and Draw-Tite #76253 you were looking at for your 2021 Subaru Ascent are very similar. They both share pretty much the same design, and both have a 750lb tongue weight rating and 5,000lb…

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Answer 4

The best hitch receiver for hauling a bike with your 2022 Subaru Ascent is going to be the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" item #C25VR. This hitch receiver mounts behind your rear bumper bar instead of below your…

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Answer 5

We currently offer several different hitches for the 2022 Subaru Ascent. Two that are concealed that will be hidden behind the removable panel on the bumper when not in use, and two that sit below the rear bumper and will be fully visible from the…

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Answer 6

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C25VR is the same as a U-Hual Trailer Hitch Receiver part CMF13448 and they are both fits for a 2020 Subaru Ascent.

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Answer 7

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver 2" part #C25VR is a fit for the 2020 Subaru Ascent. The Curt hitch is hidden behind the removable fascia panel at the rear the Subaru. When the hitch is not in use the panel can be replaced for a completely hidden…

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There are some slight differences between the Draw-Tite #76253 and the Curt #C25VR, but it's mostly down to the quality of the powder coat on the two hitches. The powder coating on the Curt hitches is traditionally applied a bit thicker and is a…

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Answer 9

The Curt #C25VR, etrailer brand #e55ZR and Draw-Tite #76253 are all essentially identical. All three have the same 5000 lb towing/750 lb tongue weight capacity, all are almost identical from a visual standpoint and all three would install in the same…

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Answer 10

The connector you are looking for to install the Curt trailer wiring kit part #C56040 on your 2019 Subaru Ascent is located behind the driver side rear panel in the cargo area. If you check out the picture I attached you'll see where to find it.

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Answer 11

The Curt hitch Santa brought you, part #C13400, is designed specifically for the 2019 and 2020 Subaru Ascent and doesn't fit any other vehicles. It'll likely fit future years as well but I can't confirm this yet. The Curt hitch you're…

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Answer 12

There are a pair of trailer hitch receivers for your 2022 Subaru Ascent for a hitch-mounted bike rack that can be considered the best, as the only difference is the powder coating on each hitch: - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e55ZR - Curt Trailer…

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