Best Hitch Recommendation for a 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon

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I am confused as to which after market hitch to buy for my new 2015 Outback. I want a strong hitch that wont cost me a fortune to mount and that mounts close to the cars under body. I dont want to sacrifice clearance or bump my shins into a hitch that protrudes from the rear bumper. What do you suggest?

asked by: Debra

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Since you want a strong hitch at a decent price I would recommend the Draw-Tite part # 75673. This is a Class III hitch with a 2 inch opening that would have more capacity and accessory options than a hitch with a 1-1/4 inch opening. For more info on hitch classifications check out the link I attached.

The hitch opening will be right underneath the bottom of the bumper which really wouldn't affect ground clearance by much. It also will be recessed up under the bumper so it would never cause you to bang your shins. That only becomes a problem when people leave a ball mount in the hitch opening. If there wasn't something in the hitch it would be hardly noticeable and certainly wouldn't cause you to bang your shin on it.

For trailer wiring you would want the # 118467. I attached an install video.

If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included to the right that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Class II Curt Hitch #C12136 and Class II Draw-Tite Hitch #36493 for your 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon are very similar, but every Class I and Class II and some Class III Curt Hitches require stabilizing straps to be used when towing non trailer…

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Answer 2

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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Answer 3

Thank you for all of the information! We have exactly what you're looking for in regards to a trailer hitch for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon that also allows you to fold up a bike rack. There are a few different options for you to choose from…

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Since you are only use the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C12136 to carry bike racks on your 2019 Subaru Outback, no other parts, including a draw bar or pin and clip, are required. All you need are the hitch and the bike rack (the bike rack will come…

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The Draw-Tite Hidden Hitch and Stealth Hitches fits for your 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon will allow you to carry the Kuat NV 2.0 bike rack WITHOUT a stabilizing strap. Draw-Tite Hidden Hitch - #DT38GR Stealth Hitches - #391SUOB15 Kuat NV 2.0 - #NV22G I…

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Answer 6

There were quite a bit of updates for the new NV which Kuat spent three years working on. One of the biggest differences the new Kuat NV 2.0 part #NV22G has over the previous version is that the wheel cradles can now accommodate tires up to 4.8…

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I have exactly what you are looking for with the Stealth Hitch for the 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon part #391SUOB15. The Stealth Hitch is designed with a removable receiver square that simply latches back into place without tools when it's time to…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

The Curt #C13410 and Draw-tite #76227 are very similar in design and both have the same weight ratings of 600lbs tongue weight and 4,000lbs of trailer weight. I do like that Draw-Tite does add the additional plate of steel in between the hangers that…

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Answer 11

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 12

Congrats on the new car! For your 2024 Subaru Outback, I recommend the etrailer Hitch item #e25TR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Subaru with included hardware. I really like this hitch because it mounts behind the rear bumper cover…

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