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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (53 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.Installed on 2016 Prius, used Jack stands and hydraulic floor jack, tools. Did not have instructions for 2016 Prius, so used different videos and common sense to install.
1. Put jack stands in rear on each side, (metal support) there is a center lifting point
2. Remove all push pins (12) and unscrew plastic panels,
4. Remove panels, Center, Passenger, Driver, two Phillips screws, disconnect skirt from fender.
5. Loosen bolts to rear bumper, remove all (8) remove bumper, hammer in steel guide on bumper.
6. Put two bolts in backwards, inside area as guides for hitch and bumper.
7. Put hitch on floor jack and guide into place using bolts that are backwards.
8. Put bumper in place and screw all together and turn two bolts around, torque to specifications
9. Put panels back in reverse order, cut center to my picture diagram or make your own paper pattern and transfer, reinstall all push pins and screw panels in place
Shipping was awful. The hitch was just thrown into a box without any padding whatsoever. The box was completely destroyed and the hitch was scrapped of the anti rust coating.
Jenny N.
2/26/2024
The hitch definitely had a rough trip. Customer Service will be in touch with you. We can have the hitch replaced.
On a 2022 Prius Nightshade eAWD. The trailer hitch looks like a factory install, neat, tidy and only the receiver attachment is visible. We mainly plan to use it with our bike attachment but may tow our small utility trailer around town for light towing. Our local muffler shop installed it with out removing the bumper cover. He ingeniously was able to bend the tabs by pressing them in using a piece of sheet metal and a clamp. Install was only $xxx.
It’s been a year and still loving this hitch. It’s a tad rusty already, but that’s what you get with a steel hitch! Fairly easy install as well, and the 2” size feels so much more stable than the smaller ones I’ve played with.
Kyle
11/10/2023
Still working awesome. Zero issues!
Mike L.
11/16/2023
It's a solid well built, simple hitch. It was so easy to install myself in under an hour, after watching the video.
On my 2022 XLE eAWD, I didn't have to cut out the bottom panel as shown in the video, so even easier on the AWD model.
Mark
1/15/2024
I’m using the hitch for my 1-Up bike rack, and it’s been great. The hitch is barely noticeable on my Prius. Can’t be happier with it.
etrailer is one of the best, most efficient companies I have ever dealt with. That includes all dimensions of customer service, on-time delivery, product quality, installation instructions, responsiveness to phone and online inquiries. congratulations
Saunders
11/21/2023
The hitch is working flawlessly
Mike L.
11/22/2023
This marks a year owning this hitch. Works great. Easy installation. Great purchase.
The biggest factor that I can put in the review is that it fits the car perfectly. The Response and communications are second but still excellent. Last but not least is the hitch arrived before the estimated date. This order was needed promptly, and E-Trailer came through for us. Thanks, and happy holidays.
Timely delivery. Haven't opened the box yet, yet assume all is fine. Looking forward to installing
Installation was a challenge but I am completely happy with the result. It is robust, unobtrusive and practical. I use it to tow a small utility trailer and a for bike rack with no problems or concerns. A black receiver cover makes it practically disappear from view.
The product seems solid and well made. It took me 3.5 hours to install on a 2021 Prius. The instructions are well written with pictures. It’s necessary to remove some plastic parts including taillight covers and large cover over the bumper. Nothing broke, but it feels like that could happen. With a 1 up bike rack on it I had to turn off parking support brake and parking assist functions off so the car would not think a collision was imminent and automatically brake. I’m pleased with the product and only took a star off because installation takes some skill.
Tom
3/24/2023
The product is very stiff, so that with my bike rack on it the bike moves very little. There is a little rust on the hitch, but not a serious amount.
To add to my initial review:
No problems, 1 year out.
Perfect fit and good instructions. Install went well. Always very pleased with etrailer purchases
Peter R.
5/16/2023
Solid hitch, would buy again
Durango Motor Company installed it on my 2022 Toyota Prius in one hour! Very pleased.
works great, had it for 1 year for use with a bike rack. Was an issue finding anyone to install it on a 2019 Toyota Prius but a family garage did it, gave me advice, charged about $xxx. and the lady at the front desk called me "Honey". The Toyota dealer said it'd cost $700. and take 2 days. Ugh, all praise to a good mechanic!
a bit of a challenge to install ( as I assume all hitches for this model would be) but it is really high and tight and subtle and I am very pleased as I have been with other etrailer hitches I have purchased.
This hitch is solid and looks great under the car. Fittings line up perfectly and the instructions are solid. A year later, I've got a little surface rust on the interior of the hitch from use and from living on the coast. No major issues and would not hesitate to recommend this product.
The good news is everything came and appears undamaged. The bad news is that the main box was nearly busted completely open; the box was cut in a few places to fit the hitch but the contents of the wiring harness kit busted open and floating around inside the box. The tester unit fell out of the box in my driveway by the delivery guy, thankfully I saw it when I went to get the trash cans. If it had fallen out elsewhere I may not have received everything.
Solid hitch which serves my purpose and seems built to last. Installed on 2019 Prius which required removal of bumper and small portion of side panel. I opted for professional installation which cost me about three hours labor at a not so cheap garage, but they said install was straightforward.
It's the only one on the market and is more expensive than a 2" hitch for other vehicles, but it does what it's supposed to. Glad someone is making one!
Great hitch for my 2020 Prius Awd. Took about 1 hour to install. The hitch takes a little more effort that the standard bolt on hitch but given that it's a prius and it's a 2" hitch, I think the extra effort is worth it. Instructions are very clear and easy to follow. The most difficult part is removing the rear bumper covering but that isn't too hard if you're patient. Possibly some [online] videos would make it easier to understand this step of the process. I use the hitch to carry my hitch bike rack and so far it is very solid. No regrets with this purchase.
Put mine on a 2021 prius. Instructions were spot on. For a 10 out of 10 difficulty rating I found it to be pretty easy. Using it for a thule t2 pro. Very solid. Thanks for making a hitch with a 2 inch receiver for a prius.
I just put a 2 inch trailer hitch on an electric Prius for my electric bikes The person you recommended Jeff hallgren of Circle Of Wagons Rv Repairs came over when he said he would The parts fit perfect he finished the job in two hours I think it’s amazing how well everything fit together and I’m proud to buy American
Very good. Just what I thought it would be
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Tim H.
7/29/2023
Works well with assurance that it is very strong, and no problems 2016 Prius