Dimensions of Curt, Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch Class III Hitches For a 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

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I cant find dimensions listed for any of the three type III hitches available for my 2012 Tiguan. The Curt and Draw-Tite look nearly identical in photos although the Curt looks like it might be a tad shorter overall. Could you please tell me which of the three would give me the most ground clearance? I have a very steep driveway even the slightest variation in size would be helpful in making sure the hitch doesnt scrape on a regular basis. Thanks!

asked by: Nate

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We currently only have 2 hitches available for your Tiquan. The Draw Tite is no long available. Of the two remaining Class III hitches available for your 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, the Curt hitch # C13133 and the etrailer # e98906, they are both practically identical in design. They both sit 15-1/2" from the top of the receiver opening to the ground.

expert reply by: Lori W

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Answer 1

All of the hitches we carry for the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan fit all US market vehicles. So as long as you have a US model Tiguan either the Curt Hitch #C13133 or the etrailer Trailer Hitch #e98906 would work well for you. These hitches do have very…

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Answer 2

So the easiest hitch solution for your 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan is going to be a hitch that does not require the stabilizer strap when carrying a bike rack like the etrailer part #e98906. Curt requires the use of their stabilizer strap part #18050 when…

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Answer 3

The etrailer hitch part #e98906 is the best choice for a bike rack for your 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan since it does not require a stabilizer strap like the Curt does. The best hitch lock will vary on the bike rack that you use. I really like the Saris…

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Yes, we offer 2 inch hitches that are confirmed to fit your 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan. The etrailer Hitch part #e98906 and the Curt part #C13133 are basically the exact same hitch and are both a fit for your vehicle. They also share the same…

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Answer 5

Curt recommends the stabilizer strap with non-supported loads like bike racks to help support the hitch when going over bumps to prevent some of the vertical shock from being transferred to the hitch. Curt does this as a precaution, it's not that…

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From the center of the hitch pin hole on the etrailer #e98906 to the outermost point of the bumper on your 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is 3 inches. From the top of the receiver to the ground is 15 inches. In the picture from the installation instructions…

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The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98906 has an overall height of 5-13/16" from the top of the mounting plate to the base of the receiver chain loops. This is a confirmed fit for the 2009 - 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2017 - 2018 Volkswagen…

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Answer 8

The front to back distance of the holes on the etrailer hitch #e98906 is 1-1/4 inches, the side to side dimension between the holes closest to the hitch opening is 3-7/8 inch and then the distance between the other set of holes is 4-1/8 inch.

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Answer 9

Aside from a slight change in the appearance of the crossbar (the WingBar Evo has some boxed edges as opposed to the completely smooth front of the AeroBlade) the biggest differences are the rubber strip on top of the crossbar and the weight…

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Answer 10

For your 2012 Volkswagon Tiguan the highest capacity come with the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part #e98906. The reason there is not one with a cross tube is that the design of the vehicle does not allow it. They generally design these hitches to…

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Answer 11

The etrailer #e98906 does look to be able to handle what you need it to, but it is getting pretty close to the maximum capacity. I highly advise using the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch #RM-061 to make sure the carrier stays completely stabile while in use.…

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Answer 12

Many Curt brand hitches do carry the warranty requirement to use a strap like #18050 when any non-wheeled load is installed in the hitch, such as a bike rack or cargo carrier. This applies both to their 1-1/4-inch Class II hitch #C12097 and their…

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Dimensions of Curt, Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch Class III Hitches For a 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

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