Recommended Hitch for a 2017 Toyota Prius
Question:
Good afternoon. I have a 2017 Toyota Prius. I would like tow a Righton Trailer Companyinch trailer with a fishing kayak on it. The estimated weight for trailer and kayak is around 300 pounds. What do you think is the best option for my needs?
asked by: Gejo P
Expert Reply:
The best hitch for your 2017 Toyota Prius is going to be the EcoHitch Class 2 Trailer Hitch item # EH53VR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Prius with included hardware. The reason this is the best option is because it has a 2" receiver. This not only provides a higher capacity but it also gives you the most options when it comes to hitch mounted accessories.
The EcoHitch Trailer Hitch item # EH53VR is a class II hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 2,500 lbs towing capacity and a 375 lbs maximum tongue weight. This hitch is made in the USA and weighs only 20lbs.
Since you are planning on towing, you will also need a wiring harness item # C56353 and a ball mount kit item # C45534.
Products Referenced in This Question
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
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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
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EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 375 lbs TW
- 2500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Completely Hidden
- EcoHitch
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