Comparing Curt & EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receivers For a 2023 Subaru Forester

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What are the differences between these hitches for my 2023 Subaru Forester? EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" Item # 306-X7391 Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" Item # C47HR

asked by: JP

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The Curt # C47HR and EcoHitch # 306-X7391 receivers you found do have a lot of similarities. First they are both made in the USA and have a lifetime warranty. Both have a 2" receiver and hidden cross tube which mounts behind the rear bumper fascia. The main difference in these is the construction and materials used. The Curt is made from steel only while the EcoHitch uses a combination of recycled materials such as aluminum, steel, and stainless steel for its construction. Many like the fact it is made from recycled materials but it does come with an increased price.

I do recommend installing the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56040 when you install the receiver. This will give you a 4-way flat connector which is the most common connector found on small trailers you may tow. It will also allow you to use Auxiliary Lights # C53201 should your hitch mounted accessory impair the view of your tail lights.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

While both hitches look and install very similarly, I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch #306-X7391 for your 2020 Subaru Forester over the Curt Hidden Hitch #C47HR. Both have the same towing weight capacity of 3,500 lbs, but EcoHitch…

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Answer 2

Both the etrailer Hitch Receiver #e23ZR and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH97FR are Class III hitches with a 2" receiver. Both have a concealed cross tube so the only thing that is visible is the receiver tube once it is…

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Answer 3

The difference between the Curt #C25VR and etrailer #e55ZR trailer hitches for your 2022 Subaru Ascent is that the etrailer hitch has a matte black finish that is a bit more robust than the Curt. The matte black finish does a better job at matching…

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Answer 4

If you were to install both the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #DT79MR (76342) and #76128 on your 2022 Honda CR-V you'd find that the DT79MR is going to sit about 1/2" higher so these are relatively at the same height. With that…

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I recommend installing the EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH39FR for your 2023 Tesla Model Y and here is why: Both the Draw-Tite #DT58MR and the EcoHitch #EH39FR install behind the bumper and have a really clean appearance, but the main difference…

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Answer 6

To trim the bumper fascia on your 2019 Honda CR-V when installing the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98848 you can use a pair of snips or simply a sharp utility knife. The material isn't too thick so it's not going to take a lot of…

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Answer 7

We have the etrailer hitch part #e98848 which is a confirmed fit for your 2020 Honda CR-V hybrid. I attached a picture of it installed on a hybrid CR-V for you to check out as well.

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Answer 8

The connector you are looking for to install the Curt trailer wiring kit part #C56040 on your 2019 Subaru Ascent is located behind the driver side rear panel in the cargo area. If you check out the picture I attached you'll see where to find it.

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Answer 9

The hidden design on the EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7345 for your 2018 Honda CR-V is definitely a really nice feature that helps to maintain a sleek factory appearance on the vehicle. When installing the hitch you will just need to cut a…

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Answer 10

The main difference between these three hitches is going to be the looks and install time. EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #306-X7391. Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C13409.…

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Answer 11

The price difference is pretty staggering between the EcoHitch part #306-X7345 and the etrailer part #e98848 and considering there really isn't a big advantage one has over the other the choice seems to be pretty easy to go with the etrailer…

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Answer 12

I did some research and found in the owner's manual for your 2017 CR-V, you can tow up to 1,500-lbs. As long as your trailer and kayaks do not exceed this weight capacity you should be fine when towing, but a transmission cooler is never a bad…

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Comparing Curt & EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receivers For a 2023 Subaru Forester

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