Trailer Hitch Recommendation to Fit 2022 Toyota Highlander Limited with 20 Spare Tire

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Have a new 2022 Highlander Limited with 20 inch spare tire. What choices do I have for buying a Class 2 or 3 hitch? Thanks

asked by: Paul F

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Expert Reply:

The trailer hitch that I recommend for your 2022 Toyota Highlander Limited with the 20" spare tire is the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e75ZR. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver with a matte black finish so it will blend in with your vehicle really well and hold up well to any potential scratches that might happen from road debris. This unfortunately won't fit with your 20" spare though so you'll have to find a different way to transport your spare.

Attached is an installation video of this hitch on a 2022 Highlander for you to check out!

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

I would be happy to help clarify the confusion and set your 2022 Toyota Highlander XSE up with a hitch for your bike rack. The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver item #e75ZR does fit your Highlander XSE. This hitch is custom fit and bolts directly to…

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Answer 2

The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2 inch #e75ZR is confirmed to fit your 2022 Toyota Highlander. The trailer hitch has a bolt-on installation that requires no drilling. It has a matte black powder…

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Answer 3

When I checked with Curt, their trailer hitch options remained the same for your 2022 Toyota Highlander Platinum. The same held true for Draw-Tite's options. I have to think the same will hold for etrailer's trailer hitch options. My…

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Answer 4

It appears as though some of the hybrid models come with an exhaust shield like you described. This will need to be permanently removed for the installation of the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e75ZR. It should be held in place by a screw and a…

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Answer 5

I do have an option for you but in order to fit a full size spare tire you'd have to go with a visible hitch like the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH35VR which is what I recommend using. Unfortunately, the hidden options won't work…

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Answer 6

For a 2023 Toyota Highlander XSE I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e75ZR. This hitch has a matte black coating that helps prevent rust and corrosion, as well as hide scratches or dings from the road better than high gloss coatings. The…

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Answer 7

Just a single difference exists between the Curt and etrailer trailer hitches for your 2024 Toyota Highlander, which is the finish. The etrailer hitch has a matte black finish, while the Curt hitch has a glossy black finish, so you can choose which…

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The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH35VR may interfere with the Hands-free Liftgate sensor like all of the other hitches. Typically this means you will need to place your foot on either side of the receiver tube in order to activate the…

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Answer 9

I have attached a picture of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item #C99FR installed on a 2022 Toyota Highlander XLE. This Highlander has the 235/65R/18 wheel and tires. You will be able to see what a tight fit the spare tire has between the hitch…

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Answer 10

We do list a note in our installation notes that does warn that there is a possibility that the Hands Free Liftgate sensor functionality may be limited or lost with the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e75ZR installed on your 2022 Toyota Highlander…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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