Trailer Hitch Receiver And Wiring Harness To Tow or Use a Bike Rack On a 2021 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e

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Your expert recommended Curt part # C11473 But I saw another note on your site that said the Drawtite hitch for a Prius was more versatile boat and bike. The small boat plus trailer weigh no more than 250#. I want my hitch to work for both. Can you please tell me which hitch and wiring to get for my brand new 2021 Prius XLE AWD-e receiver and wiring for versatile use for boat or bike. The Drawtite Company technical support staff said to order Part 779-66 but could not guarantee it would fit the XLE AWD-e they had had no complaints and assumed it would Thank you!!

asked by: Wendy C

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Both the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11473 and Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24966 will fit on your 2021 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e. We have received reviews for both receivers confirming fitment on their Prius XLE AWD-e models.

I recommend using the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24966 based on the construction of the receiver. The plate steel used to connect the receiver to the cross tube tells me that there is a lot more left to right rigidity versus the Curt that uses 2 brackets on each side of the receiver to mount to the cross tube. The Draw-Tite is rated for 200lbs of tongue weight and 2,000lbs with a class I receiver. Be sure to not exceed Toyota's vehicle ratings for your Prius. This will work well for towing your boat or carrying a bike rack.

The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C69KR is confirmed to fit your Prius. It will give you a 4-way flat connector that most small trailers use to operate the taillights on the trailer. A Draw-Tite Drawbar # 3594 and 2" # 19258 or 1-7/8" # 19256 hitch ball will allow you to tow your small boat trailer.

For a bike rack I recommend the Thule Apex XT 2 Bike Rack # TH9024XT. This carrier will allow you to carry 2 bikes up to 37.5lbs each. When you need to access your rear storage the rack will tilt back allowing you access to the compartment. Built in locks ensure that your carrier and bikes are secured to your Prius when you are out on your bike or leaving your bike on your Prius. Some Auxiliary Lights # C53201 can be used if your bikes block the view of your taillights on your Prius.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C11473 is a fit for a 2021 Toyota Prius, all models including the LE AWD-e and it will work great for carrying bikes on a rack like the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes part #S64670. Please note, you will be…

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Answer 2

I'm so sorry to hear about the paint coat on your hitch! We have two hitch options for your 2022 Toyota Prius. Since it sounds like you are looking for the best quality coating on your hitch, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver -…

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Answer 3

We offer the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH53VR for your 2021 Toyota Prius. This hitch will feature a 2" receiver tube. This will fit all models of the Prius for that model year. No drilling or welding is required for…

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Answer 4

We can definitely compare the trailer hitch receiver options for your 2021 Toyota Prius so you can get the best one for a bike rack, and there are three hitches that fit your Prius: - Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver #24966 - Curt Trailer…

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For your 2022 Toyota Prius, I recommend the Curt Hitch - 1-1/4" #C11473. Not only will this hitch provide you with 2,000 pounds of gross towing weight, it also comes with a high-quality gloss outer coat over the base powder coat which gives you…

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The only available hitches for a 2010 Toyota Prius have 1-1/4" receiver openings and are Class I rated. Class I racks are limited to carrying two bikes, though there are some that have an available adapter that allow bikes to be used with either…

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For your 2022 Toyota Prius we have the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" #C11473. This hitch receiver features a fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. It has a maximum tongue weight of 200lbs to haul…

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Answer 8

I recommend to use the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C11473 for the 2020 Toyota Prius AWD-E LE which is a confirmed fit for the all wheel drive electric model of the Prius. It also fits the AWD-E XLE model as well. This will give you a Class I…

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Answer 9

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7178 is a great hitch for your 2012 Toyota Prius and will be able to handle the 300 lb weight of your motorcycle and the motorcycle rack (if the 300 lbs you mentioned includes both), but I'm not…

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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 11

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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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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