Best Trailer Hitch and Hitch Bike Rack for 2011 Kia Soul

Question:

I have a 2011 Kia soul and I want to get a bike rack. I would like to get a hitch bike rack, but after looking through your site. It became a bit overwhelming on all the merchandise. So, this is what I need, my car is completely stock so I will need a complete package to get a hitch bike rack installed on my car.

asked by: Vicente D

Expert Reply:

We offer several brands of trailer hitch for your 2011 Kia Soul. The link provided will let you see all of them, and each shares the same 200-lb tongue weight capacity common to all light-duty Class I hitches.

I suggest the Draw-Tite # 24839 hitch as it is the most popular among Soul owners and it also happens to be the most cost-effective option. This hitch comes complete with all required installation hardware and mounts without need for drilling or welding. I have linked a video showing this hitch being installed on a 2011 Kia Soul.

Class I hitches have a limitation as to how many bikes they can safely carry. The limit for a Class I hitch is 2 bicycles. This holds even if your bike rack can hold more than two bikes.

You can use the link provided to see all compatible hanging-style 2-bike Class I bike racks that will fit this 1-1/4-inch hitch. You have many options to choose from, including fixed, folding and tilting racks. The best choice for you may depend on the nature of your bikes; for example a beach cruiser bike with its very wide handlebars may benefit from a rack that provides extra clearance at the back of the Soul.

To help you consider your best choice I have linked two articles concerning hitch bike racks, one of which shows how to take a simple measurement to ensure your choice of rack will fit properly on the Soul and work well with your particular bikes.

As an example, the Thule EasyFold # TH903202 offers high weight capacity, includes locks both for the rack itself and your bikes, tilts for easy vehicle access and carries a limited lifetime warranty from Thule. For your reference I have linked a video on this rack.