Will the Thule Apex Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2013 Ford Edge

Question:

Will this fit on the 2013 Ford Edge?

asked by: Judy B

Expert Reply:

The Thule Apex bike rack # TH9024XT fits in a 1-1/4 or 2 inch trailer hitch receiver opening. Class I, II, III, or IV. Your Edge is likely to have a Class I, II, or III hitch so it will fit the hitch.

To determine if there is clearance you will need to measure from the center of the hitch pin hole straight back to the distance required to clear the rear bumper like in the informational article I have linked. If that measurement is less than 6-1/4 inches it will fit. We know it will fit a 2012 because we have done a test fit. I have linked the video for you to view. On the hitches we have installed on the 2013 Ford Edge the measurement to clear the bumper was about 5 inches at most so it should not be an issue.

If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical mens bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # TH982XT. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wifes bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my sons bike at all. I have linked a video showing how the adapter works.

expert reply by: Michael H