Stealth Trailer Hitch Vs EcoHitch Trailer Hitches for 2019 VW Golf R

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I have a 2019 VW Golf R, and I was looking at the Stealth and Ecohitches, what's the difference?

asked by: Jeff

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The best hitch for your 2019 Volkswagen Golf R is the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7332 because it is the only hitch currently with a 2" receiver tube and a better price than the Stealth. The # 306-X7332 has a 300-lb tongue weight capacity and a 2000-lb towing capacity. The big benefit to having a 2" receiver is the wide variety of accessories, like bike racks and cargo carriers.

Ecohitch also makes a hitch with 1-1/4" receiver tube # 306-X7333. The # 306-X7333 has a 200-pound tongue weight capacity and a 2000-lb towing capacity.

The Stealth # SH89ZR is a class 3, and has a 2" receiver tube opening. The Stealth comes in at a higher price point, has a 350-lb tongue weight capacity and is not designed for towing. This hitch is not seen at all when not in use because the receiver opening is removed when not in use.

Make sure you check your Golf's owner's manual and make sure that it can handle the weight.

I attached a photo a customer sent in so you can see what it looks like fully installed. I also linked the parts and an install video of a similar year Golf for you to reference.

expert reply by: Robert C

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Answer 1

For your 2019 Volkswagen Golf R we have 2 hitches from EcoHitch and one from Stealth. The cutout of the Stealth #SH89ZR is minimal while for the EcoHitch #306-X7333 is 3-1/4" x 3" and #306-X7332 it is 4-1/4" x 3".…

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Answer 2

The Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver part #SH89ZR which is a fit for a 2018 - 2019 Volkswagen Golf R has a 350 lb tongue weight capacity. Therefore, the contents of the items loaded onto the hitch cannot exceed this. That said, this is the…

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Answer 3

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch, part #C11412, is a confirmed fit for your 2017 Volkswagen GTI. This trailer hitch is rated for 2,000 lbs Gross Trailer Weight and 200 lbs Tongue Weight. Keep in mind that for all non-trailer loads that you will need to…

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Answer 4

There is some fascia trimming required to install Curt hitch #C11564 on your 2018 Volkswagen Golf R. Take a look at the diagram included in the installation instructions that I attached. It's right from the install details and shows how much…

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The EchoHitch part #306-X7332 and the #306-X7333 are very similar but have two major differences. The #306-X7333 has the 1-1/4" reciever and the #306-X7332 has the more desirable 2" receiver opening and 100 pounds more of tongue weight. I…

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Answer 6

There is a hitch that is a fit for your 2016 VW Golf R, but not the Curt model you referenced. Instead, you need the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7333, which is a Class II hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver and a bolt-on installation…

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Answer 7

I donot have a picture showing trailer hitch #C11564 installed on a 2017 Volkswagen Golf R, but I have an installation video of it going on a golf and I have included it. The #C11564 does have a hidden crosstube so all that you see is the receiver…

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Answer 8

I've attached photos of an older Draw-tite hitch where it shows photos of where the blindspot monitors are removed during the installation of this hitch. When we haven't physically installed this here in our shop, I do usually tend to trust…

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Answer 9

We have exactly what you are looking for. While the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #SH89ZR you were looking at for your 2019 Volkswagen Golf R cannot be ordered with a 1-1/4" receiver, it is compatible 1-1/4"…

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Answer 10

Yes, the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver, #SH89ZR is confirmed to fit the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R models. There will need to be minor cutting to the fascia for the hitch to feed through. This is best accomplished with a Dremel tool. No drilling…

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Answer 11

I don't see any mention of sensors on any of the instructions for the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7332. Is it possible they can be added on to the 1/2" hardware installed further toward the middle now like in the…

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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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Stealth Trailer Hitch Vs EcoHitch Trailer Hitches for 2019 VW Golf R

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