Audi Q5 Curt vs. Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Comparison

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What is the difference between these 2 brands and why does the Curt Item # C13136 require stabilizing straps?

asked by: Stan Y

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The Curt hitch part # C13136 and the Draw Tite part # 75940 that fit your 2011 Audi Q5 have similar towing capacities but other than that they are pretty different. They attach to the vehicle in different places, the Draw Tite is more hidden since only opening hangs below bumper, and the install times are different with the Draw Tite taking about twice as long to install (roughly 1.5 hours).

So the trade off is an easier install with the Curt or the more hidden appearance of the Draw Tite. I'd go with the Draw Tite if it was me.

I attached install videos for both hitches for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, it will! The Saris SuperClamp EX 2 #SA4025F is approved for bikes with fenders by Saris. The way this works is that the front ratcheting hook needs to be clamped down on the wheel itself at the end of the front fender and that will prevent sway…

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Answer 2

I have a solution for you. Here at Etrailer, we strongly discourage using wheel-mounted bike racks like the Kuat NV 2.0 #NV22B for bikes with fenders. Mounting wheels with fenders can cause the fenders to crack or become damaged, especially with the…

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Answer 3

I checked with Curt and the hitch part #C13136 fits all models of the 2018 Porsche Macan including your Turbo model. After the 2017 models there isn't drilling required so you wouldn't have to drill your 2018 model.

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Answer 4

That's a good question but no, the bumper on your 2015 Audi Q5 will not be damaged more easily and will not be more fragile with the installation of the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75940. The bumper support is directly replaced by…

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Answer 5

What that means is that the cross section of the hitch that runs side to side is completely out of sight once it's installed onto the vehicle. The hitch you looked at, part #C13065, has a hidden cross tube that you can't see with it…

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Answer 6

We do offer three choices in a 2-inch Class III trailer hitch receiver for your 2012 Audi Q5 S-Line Edition, viewable on the included link, and among these is the Curt #C13136 that you referenced. All three hitches' installation will require…

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Answer 7

It sounds like you have a classic ground issue with the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer part #C56404 on the 2016 Audi Q5. When the wiring harness does not have a good ground connection it will make the functions act…

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Answer 8

The stealthiest hitch we offer that fits your 2015 Audi Q5 is the Draw Tite part #75940 which only has the hitch opening hanging below the rear fascia. See attached picture to see what it looks like installed. We do not have any options that are…

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Answer 9

If you currently have a working 4-Way plug then using the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation Kit part #ETBC7 kit is a great way to get a powered 7 Way connector on the rear of your 2014 Audi Q5. You can use the Curt…

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Answer 10

If you are installing the Curt Trailer Hitch #C13136 or the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch #75940 on your 2017 Porsche Macan and plan on towing, you will need to take some very simple measurements in order to find out the correct ball mount. First, make…

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Answer 11

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #75940 has not yet been tested on a 2018 Porsche Macan, so I can't confirm that fit. Instead I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III -…

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