Is the EcoHitch Trailer Hitch for a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Class III Rated

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Im a bit confused, the GTW and TW of 2000 lb and 200 lb seems to make this a class 1 tow hitch. Yet, its advertised as a Class 3. Am I missing something? I plan on using this hitch for a bike rack on my 2017 Golf Alltrack.

asked by: Howard C

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 306-X7315 which is a fit for a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack does not have any sort of class rating as EcoHitch does not use terminology like Curt and Draw-Tite do. Therefore, so long as you abide by the listed weight capacities of 200 lbs for tongue weight and 2,000 lbs for gross trailer weight there will be no issues. The benefit of the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver when compared to the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11422 and Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 24949 is not increased weight capacities but rather the greater selection of hitch mounted accessories due to the larger receiver tube opening.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The Class III TorkLift EcoHitch #306-X7315 is the one that offers a 2-inch receiver opening, rather than the 1-1/4-inch receivers found on the Class I hitches from Draw-Tite and Curt, parts #24949 and #C11422 Although the weight capacity of all…

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Answer 2

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7315 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2017 VW Golf Alltrack. I was able to get ahold of the installation instructions for the hitch on your vehicle and found that you will need to…

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Answer 3

While none of the three hitches will hang lower to diminish ground clearance, there is one major difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch #C11422, Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch #24949 and EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch #306-X7315 that fit your…

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Answer 4

I can confirm that you were right on about the trailer hitch receivers that fit your 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, and that two of them require bumper fascia trimming while one of them does not: Requires Bumper Fascia Trimming (see accompanying cut…

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Answer 5

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7315 is rated for 2,000lbs of towing and 300lbs of tongue weight. I do recommend calling your VW dealership for confirmation by VIN for your exact tow ratings on your 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack.…

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Answer 6

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7315, Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C11422 and Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver part #24949 all install the same on a 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack all install the same and have a…

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Answer 7

The Swagman Skaha 2 Plus Bike Rack with Cargo Carrier for 2 Bikes #S69SR is a great way to carry your bikes and some extra gear on your 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen. This combination allows you to carry two bikes and up to 100 lbs of gear in the…

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Answer 8

The Draw-Tite, part #24949, and Curt, part #C11422, hitches that fit your 2018 VW Golf Sportwagen are the same in a couple of ways. Specifically they have the same specs and install using the same basic process. I've linked the install details…

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Answer 9

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 10

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 11

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 a…

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Answer 12

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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