Will Draw-Tite 2 Inch Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit on 2015 Subaru Impreza Hatchback/Wagon

Question:

Hi there, I’m looking for a class III receiver for a 2015 Subaru Impreza wagon/hatchback. I noticed that the class 1 hitches seem cross compatible between the XV crosstrek and my 2015 Impreza. This is one of a few examples of a class 1 receiver that fits both cars. DT24959 However, the class three receivers for the crosstrek do not fit the Impreza. I’m only planning to use this for a bike rack and I’m wondering if I can make the class III receiver for the XV crosstrek fit my Impreza. The crosstrek and Impreza installation videos look identical. Thanks

asked by: John W

Expert Reply:

You're really done your research here, and while we have a 2 inch receiver that fits your 2015 Subaru Impreza, we can't recommend going with one from Curt or Draw-Tite.

At one point, the 2" Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76084 was listed as a fit for your 2015 Impreza, so technically it will fit, but Draw-Tite removed it as an option because it hangs super low to the ground on the Impreza and there is a huge gap between the fascia and the hitch tube. So not only is there next to no ground clearance (especially bad for a bike rack), but it also looks really odd and truly shouldn't be used on an Impreza (since it's not technically a fit it also wouldn't be warrantied). Instead, for a hitch on your 2015 Impreza wagon/hatchback that has a 2 inch receiver, the only option really is from EcoHitch:

- EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver # # 306-X7211

This hitch will fit your Impreza so long as it has the center knock-out panel in the lower rear fascia. If not, the best option for a hitch will be the Class I Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT24959.

The Draw-Tite # DT24959 has the best ground and bumper clearance of the Class I hitches that fit your '15 Impreza, making it the best for bike rack use, and I have added a link below to a video install for you to check out as well.