Options for Carrying Bikes on a 2012 Toyota Prius V
Question:
trunk mounted bike rack for a 2012 prius V
asked by: Joseph M
Expert Reply:
I have an option for you to carry bikes with your 2012 Toyota Prius V, but there are no trunk mounted bike racks that will work on your 2012 Toyota Prius V because of the spoiler.
You are going to want to install a trailer hitch and use a hitch mounted bike rack. For a hitch I would recommend the Draw Tite Hitch # 24847. I attached installation instructions and an installation video for you to check out also.
For a bike rack I would recommend the Swagman XTC-2 Bike Carrier part # S64670. This one of our top rated platform bike racks that will work on a Class I hitch like the # 24847.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 2
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Thule OutWay Platform Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Trays
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 2 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Platform Rack
- Thule
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