Recommended Best Trailer Hitch Receiver for Ground Clearance on 2018 Toyota Sienna

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Is there a minimum hitch to ground height clearance on 2018 Toyota Sienna?

asked by: Jack

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There is not a minimum clearance required by law for a trailer hitch, so you simply want to make sure you are able to travel without bottoming out your receiver. For instance, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # C13105 has a dimension of 12 inches from the inside top of the receiver which means approximately 9 inches from the ground to the bottom edge due to the lower the side brackets.

If you are concerned about that ground clearance restriction, then I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 306-X7255 which will be approximately 10-3/4 inches from the ground. This is the best ground clearance you will find for a hitch receiver on your vehicle.

That height should allow you to go over speed bumps and driveway edges without issue unless your tongue weight causes significant sag on your rear suspension. To minimize that sag, you can use suspension enhancement like the Air Lift AirLift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs - Rear # AL60732 to level your ride. If you go this route, you may also want the ability to change the air pressure at anytime using a compressor like # AL25592.

I've attached some videos to further assist.

If you will be towing with this hitch, I also recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118498 for SE models or # 118648 for all other models. Then for a ball mount I recommend the ball mount kit # 989900 to give you the options needed for different trailers.

I've attached some videos to assist with these parts and their features.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

The Curt #C22UR and the etrailer #e56RR are identical with the exception of the finish. The Curt hitch has a glossy finish while the etrailer hitch has a matte black finish. I prefer the matte black since it helps hide inevitable dirt and dings on…

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Answer 2

The C-Channel for Enclosed Trailer #362213-955 has an opening of 1.027". I have included an image below with all the dimensions for this item.

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Answer 3

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #76112 is a confirmed fit for all 2013 Toyota Sienna models including your SE. There is no drilling required for this installation but removing that underbody panel is…

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The trailer hitch receiver for the 2013 Toyota Sienna that has the most ground clearance is the Draw-Tite #76112. When we installed it the top of the receiver opening measured 12 inches from the ground. The other hitches that fit the van are mostly…

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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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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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If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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