Trailer Hitch and Wiring Harness for 2021 Toyota RAV4

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Hello, Id like to order the proper hitch so that I do not need up returning it and wasting each others time. I am looking for the Correct trailer hitch for my 2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime SE, it doesnt have one of those foot sensors for the tailgate. I am looking for the right receive hitch that Does NOT require cutting into the bumper. Ive read several posts on the website and yours and seems that the answer to that is 1/2 and 1/2. I think that the Curt Class III Receiver Hitch C13416 is the Right one that DOES NOT require any cutting into the bumper. I saw the etrailer and Ecohitch and am pretty sure..the Curt model C13416 is the correct one since it has a lower ground clearance? Please let me know if that would be my best choice for my vehicle? 2nd. Im pretty sure that the Curt Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-pole flat trailer connector item # C56434 is suitable overall for my vehicle as it will plug into my existing light connectors with out any hard-core physical wire cutting. Thats about it. I would appreciate any response so I can order the proper ones and not end up being wrong and then have to turn around and return the products. Thank you and stay safe.

asked by: JERWIN T

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I'd recommend the Curt Class III hitch you'd looked at, part # C13416, as Curt does a slightly better job than etrailer on their powder coat finish in my opinion. The Curt # C13416 and etrailer # e23ZR will have the same ground clearance, while the EcoHitch # EH97FR will offer slightly greater ground clearance, but would require trimming the bumper fascia.

As you can see in the linked video, trimming or cutting the fascia in order to install Curt # C13416 hitch isn't necessary.

The Curt # C56434 is indeed a confirmed fit for the 2021 Toyota RAV4. You'll also need a ball mount like # 40346, a hitch pin like # PC3 and a # 19260 for a 1-7/8 inch or # 63845 for a 2 inch trailer ball.

I've linked to some installation videos for the hitch and the trailer wiring harness that you might helpful.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

All of the hitches for your 2023 Toyota Highlander have the same basic design and will likely cause you to have to kick to either side of the receiver in order for the sensors to pick up your foot movement. Since these all have the same basic design…

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Answer 2

The Thule EasyFold XT 2 Electric Bike Platform Rack #TH903202 that you referenced doesn't have taillights built into it. It's also not a normal requirement to have to add trailer lighting to a rack that has a cover but we have seen people add…

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To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. I really like the etrailer hitch item #e23ZR because it installs behind your rear bumper and the…

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Answer 4

There a few options to add tail lights to the Thule EasyFold XT 2 E-Bike Platform Rack part #TH903202. You could use the brackets part #BK70BB and LED light kit part #98174LED which is designed to add lights to cargo carriers. Since the rack is…

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Answer 5

Yes we do, we have plenty to choose from. For your 2024 Toyota RAV4 I recommend checking out the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13416. This hitch has a 4,000 lb maximum capacity, a 600 maximum tongue weight capacity, and is made in the USA.…

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Yes, there is an EcoHitch available for your 2021 Toyota RAV4. It is the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver item #EH97FR. The EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube and the receiver is tucked in right beneath the lower bumper trim. I have…

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I am happy to confirm for you there is an EcoHitch trailer hitch that fits your 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime, and the correct part number is the following: - EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH97FR

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Answer 8

The hitch receiver with the best ground clearance and least conspicuous presence, for your 2021 Toyota RAV4, is going to be the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" item #EH97FR. This hitch has a completely hidden…

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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

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. 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 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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Answer 11

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 12

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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