Trailer Hitch Receiver Height and Looks for Aftermarket Options on a 2020 Kia Telluride

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OEM trailer hitch height from ground to top of receiver opening is 17 1/2 inch. Curt and etrailer are approximately 2 inches lower to the ground. Why could they not match OEM and which is a much cleaner looking installation, and has increased ground clearance.

asked by: Paul V

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Expert Reply:

Typically when the aftermarket hitch manufacturer's design isn't 100% the same as the OEM it's because their install would require an excessive amount of fascia trimming. The Curt # C13420 will ultimately sit higher (at 15-1/2" to the top inside of the receiver) since you have to cut some of the fascia, but the etrailer # e95ZR will look cleaner on your 2020 Kia Telluride since it just fits right up into place and you don't have to cut any fascia.

For the ultimate solution we also have the Stealth Hitches kit # 391KIATELL20T which comes with everything you need to tow a trailer or use an accessory. This is designed so that the receiver or ball mount is removed when not in use so that nobody can even tell that a trailer hitch is installed on the Telluride. This kit is a bit more pricey but it does give the best look overall.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

We do have a Stealth hitch that fits your 2023 Kia Telluride SX Prestige with the part #391KIATELL20.

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Answer 2

That is an excellent question! Most of the Stealth Hitches are pretty intensive because you typically need to remove the rear bumper. For the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver #391KIATELL20 for your 2020 Kia Telluride though it's actually much…

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Stealth Hitches like the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver #391KIATELL20 you were looking at require the Towing Kit w/ Ball Mount and Trailer Wiring for Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver #391CONVA7 in order to tow a trailer and get the brackets…

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Answer 4

Yeah, it is definitely a bit to sort through, so I think we can help you out with the right 4-way wiring harness for your 2024 Kia Telluride. We'll start with the easy one, which is if you want to hardwire a 4-way, the model of your Telluride…

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Answer 5

To add a hitch to your 2024 Kia Telluride, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13420. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Kia with included hardware. I really like this hitch because the crosstube mounts behind the rear bumper leaving…

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Answer 6

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 7

Yes, it does! The Curt Hitch item #C13420 does fit the 2024 Kia Telluride. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Kia with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver that has a 5,000 lbs towing capacity and a 750 lbs…

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Answer 8

I'm not sure why they include that replacement latch but that is not required for any of the aftermarket hitches or wiring. It is probably something related to the installation of the OEM hitch. The etrailer #e45ZR you referenced is what I would…

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Answer 9

Since your 2024 Telluride X-Line is not an LS or S model the correct wiring harness is the Curt #C29ZV. This will plug into the connection points in the rear cargo area and provide you with a 4-way to power your trailer's signal lights. The…

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Answer 10

There is one hitch available for the 2023 Kia Telluride. It is the etrailer Hitch item #e45ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Telluride with included hardware. I confirmed with the manufacturer this also fits the 4WD models. I really like…

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