Does etrailer Trailer Hitch For 2017 Subaru Forester Fit 2.5I, 2.5I Limited, and 2.5I Premium

Question:

hitch installation which hitch does not enlarge holes and which is better C13144 or e98839

asked by: G

Helpful Expert Reply:

I can verify for you that the etrailer trailer hitch receiver for your 2017 Subaru Forester does fit the Forester 2.5I, 2.5I Limited, and 2.5I Premium; the hitch actually fits all models of '17 Forester with the correct part number being the following:

- etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98839

This will give your 2017 Forester a hitch with a 2 inch receiver with a matte black finish that not only looks great but hides any scratches or dings from road debris much better than a hitch with a glossy finish.

If you plan on doing any towing with your '17 Forester you will also need a trailer wiring harness, and the best option that fits your Subaru, due to the fact it has the highest amp rating to protect against potential shorts, is the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56040.

expert reply by: Kyle S

9/16/2021

hitch installation which hitch does not enlarge holes and which is better C13144 or e98839

Kyle S.

9/16/2021

The only hitch for your 2017 Subaru Forester that does not require enlarging holes is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76182. In regards to the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13144 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98839 the better option is the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98839. These hitches are essentially the same, but the reason the etrailer hitch is better is because it has a matte black finish compared to the glossy finish of the Curt, so the inevitable scratches that occur are going to be much less noticeable on the etrailer hitch.