Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver to Fit 2013 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel
Question:
Looking for a hitch that will fit a 2013 passat deisel sedan 2.0 liter any recommendations?
asked by: Gerry
Expert Reply:
For your 2013 Volkswagen Passat Diesel I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24880. This is a Class I hitch with 2,000 pound maximum towing capacity and 200 pound maximum tongue weight. It has the same capacities as the Curt # C11234 however the Curt requires using a support strap, part # 18050 whenever carrying a non-trailer load like a bike rack or cargo carrier.
If you're going to be towing a trailer with your Passat you'll also need a wiring harness. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C56374 is compatible with your vehicle. I've included an install video for you.
You can use the Draw-Tite Drawbar # 3590. This will probide a rise of 5/8 inch. It also includes a pin and clip. If you need a different rise or drop I've linked our selection of ball mounts for you to take a a look at. If you need to purchase a pin and clip seperately # PC2 will fit a Class I hitch receiver. For a hitch ball either the 1-7/8 inch # 19256 or the 2 inch # 19258 will fit the ball mount.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches - 5/8" Rise - 6-5/8" Long - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Draw-Tite
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Pin and Clip for 1-1/4" Hitches - 1/2" Diameter
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 1/2 Inch Diameter
- Draw-Tite
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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
more information >
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