Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2011 Toyota Rav4

Question:

Hi, I just took a hitch off a 2004 Xterra and wondering if it will fit a 2011 RAV4 V6 AWD? I imagine not but I can hope . . . Thanks,

asked by: Larry

Expert Reply:

A hitch from a 2004 Nissan Xterra would not fit a 2011 Toyota RAV4. For your RAV4 I would recommend you get the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13149. This is a Class III hitch with plenty of capacity. Check out the install video I attached.

If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included to the right that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

For trailer wiring you would want the Curt Wiring Harness # C56165. I attached an install video for this as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C