Comparison Between Trailer Hitches for a Bike Rack on a 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon

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Looking for a trailer hitch for my 2019 Outback Wagon. I see you guys have a lot of choices but what are the differences between them? I'm needing to use it for a bike rack.

asked by: Joe

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Excellent question! The immediate difference is that some of the trailer hitches have a 1-1/4" receiver while others have a 2" receiver. We always recommend going with the larger 2" receiver because more accessories are compatible with it.

All of the available 2" trailer hitches (linked below) exceed the weight capacity for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon so it really just boils down to style and brand. Some of the trailer hitches, Draw-Tite # 75673, Curt # C13206, and etrailer # e98847 have visible crosstubes. This makes them more cost-effective but they don't look as clean when installed.

I prefer the hidden crosstube styles which include Draw-Tite # 76227, Curt # C13410, and EcoHitch # 306-X7601. I recommend the Draw-Tite # 76227 because it has a hidden crosstube, is cost-effective, and it only has 2" of clearance to the rear bumper which means you have more options for accessories since it has such little clearance.

If you don't already have a bike rack I recommend the Kuat NV 2.0 # NV22B because it has the best features for avid outdoorsmen/women like what we see with Outback Wagon owners. The NV 2.0 is made of lightweight aluminum (for durability and corrosion resistance) which is covered by a metallic black and anodized gray powder coat finish to help keep it looking great for a long time. Kuat has designed this bike rack so that all of the moving parts are easy to use and it also comes with a bike repair stand so you can make changes to you bike(s) whether you are out with your bike(s) or at home in the driveway.

I have attached a sample install video of the Draw-Tite hitch and then a review video of the Kuat NV 2.0, both on a ,19 Outback Wagon for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The Brophy Stabilizer Clamp and U-Bolt for 2-Inch Hitch Receivers #RSCP includes a u-bolt whose interior measurement (inside the two posts) is 2-5/8-inches. This is intended to fit the majority of 2-inch hitch receivers. We do offer hitch stabilizers…

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Answer 2

Yes, for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon we have the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch #306-X7601, which like the models you have seen on other vehicles features a sleek hidden crosstube design that allows only the 2" receiver to be visible (see…

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Answer 3

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2", part #306-X7601, is 2-1/2" from the face of the hitch receiver to the center of the hitch pin hole. It has a depth from the center of the hitch pin hole to the…

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Answer 4

I went out to the warehouse to take a look at the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7601 referenced in your question. I measured a distance of 2-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the mouth of the receiver. I have included…

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Answer 5

The best trailer hitch we have for your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon is going to be the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7601 without a doubt. The reason for this is because the trailer hitch is almost completely hidden once installed…

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Answer 6

EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7601 will only require a small cutout be made underneath the bumper of your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon which has no affect on the aesthetics of the car. I've added a link to a video install of this…

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Answer 7

The EcoHitch trailer hitch, part #306-X7601, does sit underneath the rear bumper so it reduces the ground clearance at the bumper for sure. It installs right up to the fascia on a Subaru Outback Wagon so if you measure from the underside on one down…

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Answer 8

Yes, the mounting bolt patterns are similar between the EcoHitch #306-X7266 for a 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon and the EcoHitch #306-X7601. With that being said, the hitch receiver for the #306-X7266 sits about 1/4" to 3/8" lower than the…

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Answer 9

It sounds like you need to know how deep the inside of the receiver tube of the EcoHitch #306-X7601 for your 2018 Subaru Outback is. I went out to the warehouse and measured right at 6 inches. I've also attached a video of the hitch being…

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Answer 10

I recommend the etrailer.com hitch part #e98847 for the 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon which provides an inch more ground clearance than the other hitch options for the Outback Wagon. The extra clearance is helpful when carrying a bike rack when driving…

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Answer 11

The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" item #e98847 is a confirmed fit for all models of the 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon. It's not stated in the instructions but if you look at the diagram it has…

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Answer 12

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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Comparison Between Trailer Hitches for a Bike Rack on a 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon

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