Recommended Trailer Hitch and Towing Accessories for 2014 Nissasn Murano

Updated 02/12/2015 | Published 01/23/2015

Products Featured in This Question

Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(330)

$63.62

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

(185)

$216.72

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs

(2634)

$13.58

Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(144)

$78.80

2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs

(1362)

$13.46

Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 8-1/4" Long - 7,500 lbs

(3912)

$31.79

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitch - Flush - 2-5/8" Span - Stainless Steel

(1325)

$39.49

Question:

I'm confused by the hitch choices for my 2014 Nissan Murano. Which is best?

asked by: Pat D

Expert Reply:

All the available hitches for your 2014 Murano would share identical weight capacities (which could be limited by the capacities of the vehicle) of 4000 lbs towing/400 lbs tongue weight capacity.

I'd choose the Curt Class III, part # 13577 because it's simpler to install and less expensive than the comparable Hidden Hitch or Draw-Tite alternatives. Also, the Curt hitch crosstube is constructed of round tubing, which some folks feel looks better than the rectangular tubing used by the Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite.

If you'll be towing with your Murano, you'll also need the following to complete your towing system:

Trailer wiring harness w/ 4-pole trailer connector, part # 55571 (the # C56033 you referred to is for the Rogue, and wouldn't fit your Murano)
Ball mount, part # C45010
1-7/8 inch trailer ball, part # 19260
2 inch trailer ball, part # 63845
Locking hitch pin, part # e98882

I've linked you to some install videos you might find helpful.