Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver and Wiring for 2014 Audi Allroad

Question:

That hitch looks great except that it hangs kind of low which will impede on ground clearance. Do you have anything that fits in a lower profile? My question is the wiring as well. I’ve heard many nightmares about how the car reacts with towing in that the rear and side sensors and back up sensors all get out of whack when installing towing wiring harness. How will my car act when hooking up a trailer wiring? Will the transmission shift differently? As you know I’m new here and am learning ( Thanks again!

asked by: Robert B

Expert Reply:

For your 2014 Audi Allroad B8.5, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11195 which is a confirmed fit. Then you will need a ball mount like # C45521 and Pin and Clip # F-4.

Then you'll need a hitch ball. I recommend # A-82 for a 2 inch ball or # A-80 for a 1-7/8 inch diameter hitch ball to match your trailer coupler.

For your wiring, I recommend the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236. This will allow you to connect to your factory wiring using quick splice connectors and will protect your system by using a converter that is powered directly by your vehicle battery. I've attached an article to assist.

You will not need an electric brake controller or suspension enhancement for the size trailer and load capacity of your vehicle. A new air filter will help some, but is not required to tow.

expert reply by: Jason S

Robert B.

11/2/2017

Jason S.

11/2/2017

The Curt # C11195 is the only confirmed fit we carry. The rear and side sensors as well as backup sensors should be completely unaffected by the Curt wiring harness # C59236. This harness draws power directly from the battery so it won't overload your system which is what may have caused issues with other harnesses. Installing this harness will not effect the other wiring functions or sensors. Your car will act slightly differently when towing a trailer due to that added weight and the push/pull associated with that. Your transmission will shift differently, but that is only due weight as you will give it more gas to give the same speed result. This will not change the shift points in your vehicle, but will most likely cause the vehicle to shift at a different time than what you are used to.