Comparing the Curt and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitches for a 2020 Subaru Legacy
Question:
I just got a 2020 Suabru Legacy and now need a trailer hitch for a bike rack. I want 2 inch but which one, draw-tite or curt?
asked by: Rick
Expert Reply:
The Curt Class III Round Tube Receiver Hitch part # 13390 and Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Receiver Hitch part # 75673 are both excellent options for a 2020 Subaru Legacy. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver because the receiver tube is not tucked back under the bumper as much when compared to the Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Receiver Hitch. The receiver tube aspect is important, especially for a bike rack as you could have bumper clearance issues when you go to fold the back rack up for storage. I have attached an install photo and video for you as well.
For a bike rack, I recommend the Kuat Transfer Platform Rack part # KU24FR. The Kuat Transfer is my favorite option because the open design makes it much easier to load your bikes and it is also lightweight at only 51 lbs so it will then be easy to take on and off the vehicle.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
more information >
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