Recommended Trailer Hitch and Wiring for 2015 Chevy Cruze

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I am looking to tow a single snowmobile trailer and one sled the weight would be approximately 1000 pounds total. I have a 2015 Chevy Cruze , would this be a safe set up ? itll most likely be myself as the only occupant in the car. What hitch and wiring harness recommendations would you have for me thank you.

asked by: Don S

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I took a look at the owner's manual for a 2015 Chevy Cruze and it was ambiguous concerning if your vehicle can tow a trailer.

On one page it has tips for towing a trailer; on another page it says "The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer." Immediately after that it explains that the maximum a trailer should be is 1,000 lbs but possibly less depending on things like if you are going up steep hills.

The owner's manual also states you will need to locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s placard. I strongly recommend looking at your owner's manual and this placard to determine the total capacity for your Cruze.

If you do decide to tow I recommend the Draw-Tite # 24882 because they have a strong reputation for making high-quality, durable trailer hitches. This hitch has a 200 lb tongue weight capacity and 2,000 lb towing capacity though you must go by the towing capacity of your Cruze.

For trailer wiring the best option is the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118508 because it easily plugs into connection points in your Chevy's trunk; you will only need to run a hot lead to your battery to complete the rest of the installation.

The recommended ball mount for this hitch is the Draw-Tite Drawbar # 3593; it includes a hitch pin but you will also need either 2" Hitch Ball # 19258 or 1-7/8" Hitch Ball # 19256 depending on your trailer's coupler.

I have added a photo showing what this hitch looks like when installed on a '15 Cruze as well as links to install videos of the hitch and wiring for you to check out.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Yes, the Draw-Tite Class I - 1-1/4" #24882 will work well for you, assuming your Verano is not a Turbo or Dual Exhaust model. This hitch will support a hauling gross trailer weight (GTW) of 2,000 lbs. It's a good idea to check your…

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Answer 2

The size of the hardware used to install the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver #24882 on a 2014 Chevy Cruze is 7/16"-14 x 1-1/4" as you can see in the linked installation instructions.

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Answer 3

Since there are only Class I 1-1/4 inch trailer hitches that are a fit for your 2015 Chevy Cruze like the Draw Tite part #24882 which have very low capacities your best option will be a small trailer as none of the options we offer will be rated…

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Answer 4

I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C11282 because you have an extra 3/4" ground clearance compared to the other option for the Chevy Cruze. This is important when carrying a cargo carrier because they are less likely to drag…

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Answer 5

Both the Draw-Tite #24882 and Curt #C11282 trailer hitches are confirmed to fit all models of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, including your ECO. In fact, we have a customer review that was sent in where they installed the Draw-Tite hitch on their ECO…

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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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Answer 8

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion…

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Answer 9

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 10

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…

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Answer 11

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors…

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Answer 12

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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