Trailer Hitch, Wiring Harness and Ball Mount Recommendation for 2019 Toyota Prius
Question:
for 2019 toyota prius I am looking to tow a very small trailer, nothing heavy but there isn't much cargo space in this vehicle and I want to make a short move. so what hitch, wiring, etc. do I need for this car?
asked by: Trina A
Expert Reply:
The trailer hitch I highly recommend for your 2019 Toyota Prius is the Draw-Tite # 24966 because it has a concealed crosstube and is a bolt-on installation that will not require drilling into your vehicle's frame to install.
This Class I, 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch is almost entirely hidden behind your bumper, as you can see by the accompanying photo, allowing your Prius to maintain a clean look. The hitch, which comes with a lifetime warranty, has a black powder coat finish to protect it from corrosion, a 2,000 lb towing capacity and 200 lb tongue weight capacity. I have added a link to a video of the Draw-Tite # 24966 being installed on a Prius for you to check out as well.
The correct ball mount for this trailer hitch is the Draw-Tite # 3592 which does come with a pin and clip to keep it secure to your hitch. For a hitch ball, the correct one will depend on the size of your trailer's coupler. You will need either 1-7/8" Hitch Ball # 19256 or 2" Hitch Ball # 19258.
For trailer wiring on your Prius, which will allow you to power your trailer's lights you will need the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C56353 which you will install by plugging into connection points in your rear cargo area and running a hot lead to your battery.
I have added links to the installation instructions for both the hitch and wiring harness for you to take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitch - 2-1/8" Rise, 2-3/4" Drop - 9-3/4" Long - 2K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 3 Inch
- Rise - 2 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Draw-Tite
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Anselm V.
6/7/2020
I also have a 2019 Prius and was wondering what the difference between the hitch you recommend (draw-tite 24966) and the draw-tite 24847 is. The later is cheaper and is supposed to be easier to install (difficulty 3/10, 30 mins vs 10/10, 2hrs). The ratings are exactly the same..