Best Hitch Curt or Draw-Tite for a 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
Question:
What is the difference between the Draw-Tite and Curt Hitches for a 2023 Santa Cruz? Which one do you recommend for my truck or is there a better option?
asked by: Rod
Expert Reply:
The Curt Trailer Hitch item # C23WR and the Draw-Tite Hitch item # DT48GR are almost identical and are both confirmed to fit the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz.
The main differences between the two hitches are that the Curt is made in the USA and the Draw-Tite has a built in tab to mount a 4-way or 7-way wiring bracket.
Both hitches are a class III, with a 2" receiver, that weigh right at 40 lbs. They have a 5,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 750 lbs maximum tongue weight. Neither one of them can be used with a weight distribution system. They have a similar glossy powder coated finish that offers protection from rust and debris.
Out of the two, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item # C23WR because it is made in the USA. I really like this hitch because it mounts behind your rear bumper and the only portion visible is the 2" x 2" receiver. This not only looks better but it also doesn't lower your ground clearance.
I have linked a couple of pictures below of both hitches along with installation videos so you can see what these hitches look like when installed.
If you are planning on towing you will also need a wiring harness item # CU94FR and a ball mount kit item # C45534.
To attach a 4-way wiring harness to the Draw-Tite Hitch item # DT48GR you will want to use the Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector item # BK4F. This bracket will attach to the pre drilled tab. None of the 4-way wiring harnesses for any vehicle include this bracket.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Brophy Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 4 Flat
- Brophy
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 750 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- One Ball
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- CURT
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 750 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
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