Weight Capacity Of Trailer Hitch Receiver Compared To Towing Capacity 2023 Kia Sorento SX Prestige

Question:

Hello. I have a 2023 Kia Sorento SX Prestige and I am interested in a trailer hitch. I was reviewing the options on your site and I see a difference in the max towing capacity of the options. My vehicle can tow up to 4500 pounds, but the hitches only rate up to 4000. Is that a mistake on your specs? I would expect the class 3 hitch to handle what the vehicle is rated to handle. Thanks!

asked by: Paul O

Expert Reply:

Our etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e28AR and the Curt # C34ER are the highest rated at 4,000lbs and 600lbs of tongue weight. This is what the manufacturer Curt has certified is the most the receiver can handle. When I looked up your owners manual for the 2023 Kia Sorento SX Prestige they show the highest towing capacity at only 3,500lbs. This would mean the receiver is rated for more than the Sorento.

expert reply by: Bud M