What is the Difference Between the Factory Hitch and Your Aftermarket Hitches on My 2021 Kia Seltos?

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What is the difference between the factory lifestyle hitch and the frame mounted hitches you sell for my 2021 Kia Seltos?

asked by: Tanner

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The biggest difference between a frame mounted hitch and a factory accessory (lifestyle) hitch on your 2021 Kia Seltos is that a hitch such as the Curt Trailer Class 1 Hitch Receiver Item # C65FR provides a maximum gross tow rating of up to 2,000 pounds. It also has a tongue weight rating of 200 pounds. The tongue rating is the amount of weight or force that will be loaded downward onto the hitch.

Kia states that although the accessory or lifestyle hitch has a tongue weight rating of 220 pounds, it is NOT for towing. It is an added feature to allow owners to mount a hitch mounted bike rack, cargo carrier, or other hitch mounted accessories that do not require towing. It is important to add that you should not exceed the maximum weight capacity of the hitch with any mounted/towing accessories.

If your main goal is to tow a light trailer, I also suggest the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector Item # C89KR that will allow basic trailer light functions to tow safely with your vehicle. In addition, I recommend the Curt Class II Drawbar - 2-5/8" Rise, 3-1/4" Drop - 7-1/4" Long # C45521 along with the locking hitch pin # C23517.

expert reply by: Bob C

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Answer 1

The biggest difference between a frame mounted hitch and a factory accessory (lifestyle) hitch that is on your 2021 Kia Seltos, is a hitch such as the Curt Trailer Class 1 Hitch Receiver Item #C65FR provides a maximum gross tow rating of up to…

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Only larger vehicles with higher towing capacities like trucks and SUVs will have 2 inch hitches made for them which is why for your 2021 Kia Seltos we only have 1-1/4 inch hitches like the Curt #C65FR.

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Answer 3

Based on the measurements you took on your trailer hitch and trailer coupler, you will technically need a ball mount that features a rise of around 8-1/2 inches for a completely level setup. Between the two ball mount options you mentioned, the Curt…

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Answer 4

Yes, there is a 4-way wiring harness for your 2023 Kia Seltos, It is the Curt Wiring Harness item #C89KR. This custom-fit T-One connector plugs into your Kia Seltos's wiring harness, which is located in your rear cargo area, behind the tail…

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Answer 5

The hitch that I recommend for your 2022 Kia Seltos is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C65FR. This hitch has a bolt-on, no-drill installation and will provide you with a Class I, 1-1/4" receiver opening for using hitch mounted accessories such…

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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 7

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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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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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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Answer 10

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 11

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. 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…

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Answer 12

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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