Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2006 Toyota RAV4

Question:

your site tells me this will fit my 2006 Toyota rav4, base model. when reading info states 2013 and up. does it indeed fit the 2006? thanks

asked by: Robert L

Expert Reply:

For your 2006 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98864. This Class III hitch is confirmed to fit your vehicle and has a 2 inch receiver with a tongue weight capacity of 525 pounds and towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. I do recommend verifying the vehicle's capacity as listed in the owner's manual, as this will likely be the limiting factor. I have attached an installation video on the 2008 RAV4 for you to check out.

The Curt # C13406 mentioned in your question is not confirmed to fit your 2006 Toyota RAV4. I confirmed with Curt that it designed for the 2013-2018 model vehicles.

If you are looking to transport bikes with a hitch-mounted bike rack, I recommend looking at the Swagman Chinook 2 Bike Platform Rack # S64683. This is a great platform-style carrier that will hold up to 2 bikes at 45 pounds each. The rack can be tilted down, even with the bikes still loaded, for easy rear cargo access. Hitch and bike locks are included to secure the carrier to your vehicle and the bikes to the carrier. I have attached a video demonstration on this rack as well as a link that will take you to our available selection of hitch-mounted bike racks for you to look through.

expert reply by: Chris R