Recommended Trailer Hitch Similar to the OEM Hitch for a 2023 Kia Palisade

Updated 03/05/2025 | Published 06/09/2024

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Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D

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$156.72

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

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$213.78

Question:

Hi eTrailer would you consider offering an eTrailer equivalent to the Hyundai OEM hitch S8F61-AU300? Thanks for the consideration!

asked by: Mark G

Expert Reply:

Hey Mark, we actually already have one that looks identical to the OEM S8F61-AU300. Check out the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e95ZR.

This hitch has a class III receiver, a max weight capacity of 5,000 lbs, a max tongue weight of 750 lbs, and will bolt right up to your Palisade.

expert reply by: Bryce D

Mark G.

6/10/2024

Hi Bryce - while the bolt patterns and load capacity are the same, the eTrailer version hangs below the bumper. This is convenient due to lack of trimming, but not ideal because of ground clearance, aesthetics, and load exposure to exhaust heat. The new OEM version raises the hitch height and with fascia trimming/ add-ons integrates into the bumper. Thoughts?

Bryce D.

6/10/2024

@MarkG Those are good points, but unforutnately both the Curt and etrailer hitches for the Palisade are going to be about the same. The only way around this would be to use the Stealth Hitches # 391HYUNPALIS19 which would require temporary removal of the bumper and fascia for install and would sit completely hidden when installed. Thought the catch is that you can't use the receiver for towing, only hitch accessories. You'd have to use the towing kit # SH28GR if you were interested in towing.

Mark G.

6/10/2024

@BryceD Thanks for the confirmation. I was hoping now that Hyundai makes an OEM version that is integrated into the bumper, eTrailer might consider making an aftermarket version of the same. I will keep my fingers crossed that the team might consider this.

Mark G.

3/4/2025

@BryceD - following up here. Is etrailer going to offer a true Hyundai OEM alternative?