Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2019 Ford Escape

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My kids are finally old enough that I want to start taking the family on some camping trips so I am looking to set up my 2019 Ford Escape with a hitch. What do you recommend?

asked by: Alex K

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Expert Reply:

The trailer hitch I highly recommend for your 2019 Ford Escape is the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver # E98866 because it has a concealed crosstube and is a complete bolt-on installation that will not require drilling into your '19 Escape's frame to install.

This Class III, 2" trailer hitch is almost entirely hidden behind your bumper, as you can see by the accompanying photo. This hitch has a black powder coat finish to protect it from corrosion and also has a 3,500 lb towing capacity and 350 lb tongue weight capacity. This hitch is made in the USA and comes with a lifetime warranty. I have added a link to a video of this hitch being installed on an Escape for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

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 2

The 3 trailer hitches with the most hidden receivers for your 2019 Ford Escape are the Curt #C13186, the Draw-Tite #75782, and the etrailer.com #e98866. Since they all have the same profile it really boils down to what style suits you best. If you…

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Answer 3

Hey Sandy you are absolutely correct about the bumper/design differences with the Crosstrek Wilderness edition. As of right now (February 2024) none of our manufacturers (Curt, Draw-Tite, Stealth Hitch) make a hitch specifically for the Wilderness…

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Answer 4

In order to actuate the trailer brakes, you'd need a brake controller installed in the vehicle and a 6 or 7-way trailer connector. A 4 pole flat wiring harness like the #18002 you'd looked at carries 4 circuits- right turn/brake lamp, left…

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Answer 5

I recommend part #C56320 for trailer wiring on your 2018 Ford Escape. It has a higher amp draw than the other option. It plugs in behind each tail light and then there's a wire that needs to be connected to the Escape's battery. Everything…

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Answer 6

The Draw Tite part #e98866 is a fit for your 2019 Ford Escape Titanium with the foot activated lift gate. We've found that the lift gate function still works but you'll need to kick your foot to either side of the hitch opening instead. I…

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Answer 7

Based on my research your 2017 Ford Escape with the 2.0L engine has a towing weight capacity of 3,500 pounds if it's equipped with the Class II factory tow package or 2,000 pounds if it's not. If you are unsure if you have the tow package I…

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Answer 8

The hands-free liftgate of your 2014 Ford Escape will still function with the etrailer.com hitch part #E98866 installed. You will have to kick your foot to either side of the hitch opening though.

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Answer 9

You do want to measure the springs with the weight off of them because they will flatten out with the weight added. Over time, springs can flatten a bit and that is why you are getting the 26 inch measurement. Based on the measurements you provided,…

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Answer 10

If you take a look at the instructions I have linked for etrailer hitch #E98866 for the 2016 Ford Escape you will see that the hitch also uses the holes that support the muffler. That is probably why you do not see all of the holes required for…

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