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With 675 lbs of tongue weight and 4,500 lbs of towing capacity, this hitch handles the gear most people actually use—bike racks, cargo trays, and small trailers. The 2" x 2" receiver opening fits the widest range of accessories, so swapping between a ball mount, cargo carrier, or rack is simple. Whether it’s a loaded bike rack or a small boat, it’s built to stay solid mile after mile.
You don’t need special tools or a lift for this one. The custom-fit design lines up with factory holes, so it bolts right on using the included hardware. The 3-piece setup makes positioning easier when you’re doing it solo, and there’s no drilling or welding to worry about. It’s a true DIY-friendly install you can tackle in the driveway.
The sturdy square-tube design gives the hitch a strong backbone for heavy use, while the high-gloss black powder coat keeps rust and grime from taking hold. It’s built to handle rougher conditions like rain, road salt, and dirt without losing its clean look. You can count on it to keep performing through years of towing and hauling.
The receiver sits just below the bumper with the cross tube tucked out of view for a tidy appearance. You still get full utility from a solid Class III hitch without anything bulky hanging down. It blends in nicely while staying ready for whatever you need to tow or carry next.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
98% were satisfied with this product
2% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Great quality product and easy install. Did not have to lower the exhaust on my 2025 RAV 4. Great service from etrailer! The instructional video much appreciated.
I purchased this hitch because it came in three parts, and I thought the installation would be easier, since I knew I was going to install it myself with out a lift. The installation was harder than I expected--again mostly because I did it by myself and without the benefit of having the vehicle on a lift and without lowering the exhaust. It took me about two hours, and the spacing is very tight. In fact I still need to torque it better before I actually use it to pull anything or put a bike rack on the car. Again, without the benefit of having the car lifted, and because of the tight space, I didn't really have the correct torque wrench or extensions I needed. They are coming via Amazon--lol. Having said all of this, I did get it on, and it looks great. You really can't see the cross bar at all, only the square receiver receptacle. The fit and finish are good. All the parts fit as they were suppose to. I do think next time I will either have it done by a professional, or I will find someone with a lift. The installation with the benefit of a lift would make the install more like a half hours job.
This hitch was incredibly easy to install and didn’t require any removal or modification of the vehicle. Took approximately 30 minutes to install.
I bought it had it delivered and took it to a guy that does stuff like that. He put it on for me with the lighting connection and it looks great. Getting ready to use it probably next week sometime but I’m sure it’s gonna be just great. Got here just right on time after ordering it. The salesman was great. I had gotten an etrailer brand hitch for my car years ago and that thing was just wonderful.
I thing I really like about this is I won’t be hitting my shin on it.
UPS first time ever delivered an undamaged package. Installation a breeze no need to lower exhaust would’ve made it a tad easier but don’t waste your time. I undercoated my hitch as finish could be nicer but for $200 I’m not complaining. Third hitch I’ve purchased from etrailer, bike rack from them is next.
Super easy to install, well built
Installation was straightforward. Everything performed well on my first tow.
Was easy to install and i did not have to drop the muffler as in the install video for my 2025 Rav4 XSE Prime. I just had to push on it a little to get one of the screws into the cross bracket. My only complaint with it is i wish they placed the safety chain holders on each side of the front of the receiver opening instead of so far back and awkward to hook the chains up.
Everything fits perfectly and the instructions are straightforward and clear, very happy with the purchase. Seems very high quality construction and paint, I recommend!
I wish you had a direct plug in wiring connector for our Rav4 hybrid instead of having to tap into wires. Other than that everything was great and fit perfectly!
The correct product arrived on time and in good condition. Installation videos about the product were right on making installation a breeze. The videos absolutely provide a sense of confidence when undertaking installation. The difficult aspects were identified prior and solutions presented. love etrailer and the assistance they provide THANK YOU
The three-piece design makes for an easy installation by yourself! No need to drop the muffler or use a jack to lift and hold the hitch into place.
Install video was great and the hitch fits as it should
This hitch is just what I needed for mounting my rear bike rack on my ‘25 Toyota RAV4 hybrid. It was pretty easy to install, even without using a lift or dropping the muffler. If possible get some ratchet box wrenches, since the passenger side clearances are pretty tight.
The hitch fit perfectly on my RAV4. Only problem was I needed a smaller torque wrench than the one I had to tighten every thing.
I bought this product for two reasons. First, its design looks sleek compared to others. Second, the design of this design is supposed to make it easier to install. I started to install it and everything went together well with the regular wrenches. The problems started when I wanted to torque the bolts to the recommended specs using a torque wrench. After trying everything I can for more than 3 days and buying different extensions and crowfoot adapters, I finally gave up and took it to a workshop and they torqued all the bolts correctly. Without lifting the car or lowering the exhaust the job was so much harder.
But the end result was great and the hitch looks good on the car. And I have no doubts on its capabilities looking at the build quality.
I have been so happy with my hitch! It came right to my door, was super easy to install and works great!
I’m going to have to take to a hitch installer, brackets do not fit around muffler
I'm 73 with arthritis...took me a couple of hours without any special tools. Most of the time was spent on the passenger side bolts. Curse you RAV4! Installation was done without lifting car. Did have to drop the exhaust.
End product looks great!

Lazer S.
10/7/2025
Install looks great, Kerry! I was just talking to a guy that managed to install it without dropping the exhaust, but he did have to lift it up on jack stands. Still said the passenger side was a pain in the butt, so it wasn't just you! What will you be using the hitch for?
First time hitch receiver owner and installer here, so take that for what it’s worth. The weight and thickness of material for this hitch receiver seemed substantial to me. I have no doubt in its abilities. The installation is done in such a way that I was able to install it myself. Once installed I measured the ground clearance and it gives 8.5 inches of clearance which is right in-line with the ground clearance of my 2023 RAV4 XLE hybrid, so no complaints there. I’d recommended to friends or family.

Gwendolyn Y.
6/3/2025
The install looks great! Looks like a pro installed it. What kind of bike are you carrying?
Perfect fit on my 2024 Toyota Rav4. This hitch is easily installed by one person without a lift or floor jack. The end plates are attached to the car frame and then the hitch tube is bolted to the end plates, see photos. No need to lower the exhaust system as with a one-piece hitch. Needed an adapter for the torque wrench on the passenger side plate bolts. Found this (K Tool International 49403) on amazon and it worked perfectly to tighten plate to frame bolts to 85 ft-lb. You might also be able to use a torque wrench dog-bone adapter, as shown in another etrailer hitch install video (for Curt # C66KR Class 2 hitch).
I chose this trailer hitch because it was a 3 piece design which made it easier to install on my 2025 RAV4 PHEV. The hitch is fairly heavy and had I chosen a 1 piece design, I would have needed help installing it.
Installation took me approximately 45 minutes and I took this long only because the passenger side was a little tight getting to the mounting holes. Otherwise, this installation was a breeze and it looks great on my vehicle.
The engineering on this hitch is spot on and everything is straight after installation. I have bought hitches from U-Haul, and sometimes their hitches are not made/assembled properly. When using a hitch step bumper, it will be crooked and not look right. This B&W hitch is perfect!
I would definitely recommend this trailer hitch.
Super quality hitch American made. Straight forward install no need to lower muffler. Fit and finish and hardware was top notch. I would recommend this hitch if a hitch in this weight range is needed for your Toyota RAV4. My need for this hitch was for hauling two heavy e bikes along with the bike rack weight I needed more VTW weight capability and this hitch was 675lbs. I also installed the light harness kit to complete the package.

Gwendolyn Y.
10/30/2025
Hitch looks great, William. Always a fan of American made products. Where are you off to next with your ebikes?
I am very happy with my new hitch! Took about 30 minutes to install and about 15 minutes more to torque all the bolts. I didnt lower the exhaust as it was just enough room to work. I did use a floor jack to steady the middle piece while I put the bolts on. I raised the Rav4 up by backing up on double thickness 2x8s to have more work room. I did have to run to a hardware store to get a bolt that was missing in the bolt package. The hitch seems to be very well made. I think I made a great choice!
Great hitch if you are looking to install it yourself. You can loosely install the end plates before connecting the cross member with hitch. I did on a 2025 RAV4 without having to remove any car parts in 30 minutes.

Kottoman
8/29/2026
Great purchase. I mostly use it to transport my 2-80lb e-bikes and smaller boat. The bikes have traveled 1000 miles on trip and the only issue is the clearance entering some steep drives or gas stations, but that is the car not the hitch. The hitch is as tight to the bumper as you could get on this car.

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James D.
6/30/2026
Thanks for reaching out Tim, It sounds like your hitch may have what we call a "flexed hitch". This can happen occasionally during shipping and may affect how the hitch lines up during installation. Before taking it to an installer, please take a look at the attached article, which explains how to check for and correct. If you have any questions after reviewing it, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're happy to help!
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