Does a 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Need a Specialized Trailer Hitch and Wiring Kit
Question:
I have a 2021 RAV4 Hybrid. Im looking for a hitch and trailer light plug. Is there a different hitch and plug required for the Hybrid vs the regular RAV4? Thanks
asked by: Tom
Expert Reply:
Happy Monday, Tom!
The trailer hitches and wiring that fit your 2021 Toyota RAV4 will be the same for the Hybrid models as well as the standard models so we don't have to go with any special parts thankfully. With that being the case, here are my recommendations for your 2021 Hybrid:
- etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e23ZR
- Curt T-Connector # C56434
- Mounting Brackets # 18144 and # C57202
I like the etrailer hitch because the matte black finish looks better and is more durable than the standard glossy black finish on the other hitches, and then the T-Connector wiring has the upgraded module so you can be confident in the performance of it.
We've actually had the opportunity to install both the hitch and the wiring on Hybrid models so I'm linking those installation videos to this answer page for your reference.
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Products Referenced in This Question
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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Curt No-Drill Bracket for 6-Way or 7-Way Round Trailer Connector Mounting Bracket - Long
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 6 Round
- 7 Round
- CURT
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- etrailer
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