Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Toyota Prius Prime for Carrying Bike Rack

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I recently purchased a prius prime hybrid. I have a hitch mount bicycle rack that I would like to use. Is there hitch mount racks available for this vehicle? Wiring not needed.

asked by: Candy

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The Draw Tite hitch part # 24966 is a fit for the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime and would be a great hitch for carrying a bike rack as long as it's a Class I hitch compatible bike rack.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The best hitch for your 2017 Toyota Prius is going to be the EcoHitch Class 2 Trailer Hitch item #EH53VR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Prius with included hardware. The reason this is the best option is because it has a 2"…

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Answer 2

For a trailer hitch receiver that fits your 2017 Toyota Prius Prime, I would go with the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #306-X7369. This is a 2" receiver which can typically accommodate more accessories than a…

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Answer 3

Yes, we have the Draw-Tite Class I Sport Frame Receiver Hitch, Item #24966. This hitch has a 1-1/4 inch opening and will work well with your Thule Roadway 2 Bike Rack, Item #TH912XTR, that your referenced. It has a maximum weight capacity of…

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Answer 4

Let's first start with the hitch for your 2017 Toyota Prius Prime. For that the best option is the Draw Tite part #24966 for two reasons. One being that it doesn't require a stabilizer strap when carrying a bike rack like the Curt does and…

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Answer 5

There is going to be a platform rack that works for you, though it will have to have a very long shank to clear not only the rear bumper but also the more than 11" wide tire on your 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The exact length you need is going to…

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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 9

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 10

To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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Answer 11

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 12

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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