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2005 Chevrolet Aveo

EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"

Item # 306-X7196
Our Price: $375.64
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This custom-fit trailer hitch with a hidden cross tube installs behind your vehicle's rear bumper, leaving only the receiver visible beneath it. Aluminum and steel alloy construction is durable and eco-friendly. Powder coat finish resists rust. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from EcoHitch. EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" part number 306-X7196 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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EcoHitch Trailer Hitch - 306-X7196

  • Class II
  • 2 Inch Hitch
  • 2000 lbs GTW
  • Concealed Cross Tube
  • EcoHitch
  • 300 lbs TW
  • Custom Fit Hitch

This custom-fit trailer hitch with a hidden cross tube installs behind your vehicle's rear bumper, leaving only the receiver visible beneath it. Aluminum and steel alloy construction is durable and eco-friendly. Powder coat finish resists rust.


Features:

  • Custom-fit trailer hitch lets you tow a trailer or carry a bike rack or cargo carrier with your vehicle
  • Hidden cross tube provides a clean, from-the-factory look
  • Easy, bolt-on installation - no drilling or welding required
  • Sturdy, lightweight alloy construction
    • Alloy is made of recycled materials and combines aluminum, steel, and stainless steel
  • Black powder coat finish offers superior rust protection
  • Meets SAE J684 towing safety regulations
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Maximum gross trailer weight: 2,000 lbs
  • Maximum tongue weight: 300 lbs
  • Not rated for weight distribution systems
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Hidden Cross Tube for a Clean, Factory Look

The EcoHitch Hidden trailer hitch is designed to be as inconspicuous as possible. The hitch's cross tube bolts onto your vehicle's frame, behind your rear bumper. No drilling or welding is required. Once the hitch is installed, only the receiver will be visible beneath your bumper. This means that your vehicle can maintain its stylish, from-the-factory look, and you won't have to do any major modifications to its body or frame.


Eco-Friendly Material

With a combination of aerospace-grade aluminum, steel, and stainless steel, each EcoHitch is made of a strong metal alloy that will withstand the test of time. The lightweight alloy is composed of recycled materials. Traditional steel hitch manufacturing can use coal or oil, which can contribute to harmful gas emissions. The EcoHitch's recycled materials limit the carbon footprint during manufacturing, so you get a sturdy trailer hitch while also helping the environment.


Rigorous Strength Testing Ensures Durability

This EcoHitch trailer hitch is tested for durability and sturdiness. Using Finite Elemental Analysis (FEA), individual points of stress on the hitch can be detected and remedied. Designers can accurately test the hitch to ensure that it will meet or exceed SAE J684 standards. The EcoHitch Hidden trailer hitch is carefully researched and strength tested for a durable, high-quality hitch that can resist damage while on the road.


etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.



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EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" - 306-X7196

Average Customer Rating:  4.6 out of 5 stars   (32 Customer Reviews)

This custom-fit trailer hitch with a hidden cross tube installs behind your vehicle's rear bumper, leaving only the receiver visible beneath it. Aluminum and steel alloy construction is durable and eco-friendly. Powder coat finish resists rust.

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Terrible packaging
Didn’t receive any
instructions how to install!



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2007 Toyota Prius

This hitch installed pretty easily, and essentially no vehicle modifications were needed. When installed, it sits flush with the bumper and you can only see the square hole. The whole unit tucks behind the bumper, which looks way nicer. I also had a couple questions regarding a locking hitch pin and customer service was very helpful. Thanks all for the great service and product!



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Works great. I love that it is a 2 inch hitch on a small car. Much easier to find accessories and racks that work. The car handles a small harbor freight trailer with ease.



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Had this professionally installed, went on with no problems and no need to cut/modify any part of the car, and has been operating with no problems ever since. Was told it has a “.5” weight rating so the 300-lb max tongue weight is good to twice that (e.g. if you hit a dip or pothole). Am using a 4-bike North Shore Rack with no issues, although overall loading of the poor little Prius’s suspension has to be watched.



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The hitch was perfect. It is very high quality and heavy duty. I had a local mechnic install it for me and it fits and lines up with the can and bumper much mor cleanly than I was even hoping. Since purchsaing this hitch I have purchased another that was just as good. Easy to orer on line and exceeded expecations.



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I really love that it doesn't subtract from the ground clearance. It may look like it does when you look from above, but when you look at if from ground level, it doesn't come close to extending beyond what the muffler does.

John

7/30/2023

Fantastic! This hitch is hardly noticeable from behind and it doesn’t subtract from the clearance. I use it mainly to hook up my bike rack, but the Prius can tow a small trailer.



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2012 Toyota Prius

I buy from no one else. My first hitch assembly was for my old 2008 Prius. I got into ATVs during that time and I only had that Prius, and it worked flawlessly. I, however, put that poor car through hell, lol, and eventually the engine gave up on me, so I purchased a 2012 Lexus RX450h AWD, to handle my newly acquired outdoor hobby. I got a hitch assemble again from etrailer for sais Lexus, and it has worked flawlessly as well. Thank you etrailer for making affordable and durable hitches and wire hardnesses.



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Outstanding customer service & Product! etrailer does a great job of communicating throughout the process. I was able to track the progress from build to shipping easily online. My hitch shipped and arrived exactly when they said it would. Great online installations videos for my specific make/model!



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The hitch is fantastic but many people may find it easiest to take it to someone with the proper tools. If you are frustrated easily please take it to a shop. I live in the northeast and had a little bit of difficulty getting the old bolts out. Yay salt. I am mechanically inclined and also have proper tools. Installation a success. I purchased a motorcycle carrier from [online] which pairs perfectly with this 300 pound tongue weight receiver. no regerts.



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2005 Toyota Prius

Easy to assemble, easy to use. I lug around my 450SXF on my 2005 Prius. Works great.



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Great fit, clean look!

Steven

10/15/2023

No issues after a year of casual use.

Etrailer Expert

Mike L.

11/7/2023

@Steven Great, we're glad to hear that!


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2007 Toyota Prius

Installation was straightforward and the receiver is easy to get to but doesn't stick out at all. Great all around, thanks!



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2004 Toyota Prius

Price was a little high compared to a class one but I needed the class 3!



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Works perfect. Easy install. Vey good i nstructions.



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Great product, step by step instructions, no trouble to install. Took a while to get it. I'm assuming it was like everything else, hard to get material. Not holding that against them. Would buy again.

Rick

7/26/2022

This product is working great, in fact I bought another hitch for my company truck.



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Toyota Prius

Appears sturdy and has been on multiple trips with my ebikes bike rack. I had a auto service business install the item on my prius rather than do it alone.



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2007 Toyota Prius

Doesn’t come close not even the holes I have to beat and bend some of my trunk and bumper supports to get it to go up and I’m hoping that it will reach the frame I don’t even want to try to deal with returning

Etrailer Expert

Jenny N.

11/1/2021

I will have our customer service team reach out to you. It sounds like the hitch arrived flexed which means that the side brackets were out of alignment. This can happen while in transit to our facility or to you. I do have an FAQ that provides suggestions on how to correct the flex for installation.



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This hitch was exactly what I ordered. It came fast. The instructions were easy to follow. Installation was quick and painless.



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2008 Toyota Prius

Works as advertised!



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2008 Toyota Prius

I was able to follow the instructions and self install. YES it did require every step to be followed correctly. YES it did require some "tugging" of the bottom bumper fascia to slip up into place. A 5 gallon bucket came in handy to support it while getting it into place. Excellent for a Prius for light towing or in my case ... a bicycle rack!



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Fantastic delivery. Notified at all stages. Thanks so much for your help.



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2007 Toyota Prius

Nice fit on my 2007 Prius. Arrived on t ime.



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1999 Mercury Sable

Brian B.

8/12/2023

This item still rocks!



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Love the product. Works fine and rugged enough for what I need. Durable.



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Toyota Prius

Quick and easy to install. Fit was excellent on my Prius.


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  • How To Carry 70 Lb E-Bike on 2005 Toyota Prius with 1-1/4" Hitch
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  • EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver Class Rating For a 2008 Toyota Prius
    The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7196 for your 2008 Toyota Prius doesn't use a traditional class rating system like other receivers since it does use a 2" receiver that does not carry the minimum weight capacities that would give it a class III rating. The best way to describe the receiver is a 2" receiver with a class II weight rating. The maximum allowed tongue weight of the receiver is 300lbs and you will want to verify with your Toyota dealer as to the maximum weight...
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  • Installation if EcoHitch 306-X7196 on 2008 Toyota Prius
    I don't have any recommended installers, but any trusted mechanic should be able to complete the installation for you without too much difficulty. If you're moderately handy, you might even be able to complete the install yourself, as the installation isn't too complicated. EcoHitch installs usually require removing the bumper fascia and sometimes the bumper beam itself, but this installation is much more simple. The most difficult portion of the EcoHitch # 306-X7196 installation is temporarily...
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  • Bolt Hole Spacing of EcoHitch 306-X7196
    The mounting hole dimensions are 38.06 inches bolt center to bolt center across, and on each mounting flange, the bolt holes are spaced 3 inches apart center to center as shown in the provided photo. None of our hitch vendors provide CAD drawings, as they're considered proprietary information.
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  • Complete Towing Setup For A 2004 Toyota Prius
    Yes, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7196 that you mentioned will fit a 2004-2009 Toyota Prius. This trailer hitch has a 2" receiver opening, a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 2,000-lbs, a maximum tongue weight of 300-lbs, and is made proudly in the United States. Additionally, you are going to need a wiring harness. I recommend checking out the Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # HM11141854. This wiring harness...
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  • Is there a 2" Hitch for a 2008 Toyota Prius?
    Yes, there is! To add a 2" hitch to your 2008 Toyota Prius, I recommend the EcoHitch item # 306-X7196. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Prius with included hardware. This is the only 2" available for your vehicle. It has a 300 lbs maximum tongue weight so plenty of capacity for your bike rack. If you ever plan on towing you will also need a wiring harness item # C56147 and a ball mount kit item # C45534.
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  • 2 Inch Trailer Hitch that Fits 2009 Toyota Prius
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  • Why Isn't There a Cutout In the EcoHitch for a 2005 Toyota Prius for Exhaust
    The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 306-X7196 is a great option for a 2005 Toyota Prius. It will sit up above the exhaust so there isn't a need for a cutout in the cross tube like the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 24808. If you look closely, the brackets are much shorter on the EcoHitch as well as the receiver tube being under the crosstube as opposed to the Draw-Tit which has much longer brackets and the receiver tube is attached to the crosstube.
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  • Weight of EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch For 2008 Toyota Prius
    The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7196 that fits your 2008 Toyota Prius weighs 30 lbs. This is a superb option for a hitch because this is the only hitch for your Prius which has a 2 inch receiver, and it's tongue weight capacity of 300 lbs is the highest available for your Prius.. This is really important because when using it for accessories such as bike racks and cargo carriers, a 2 inch receiver is going to have a much wider range of higher-quality options to choose...
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