Compare Curt, Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitches for 2015 Toyota Highlander

Published 03/27/2015

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

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$268.77

Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"

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$239.66

Question:

Hi. Looking for a trailer hitch for my 2015 Toyota Highlander, eTrailer offered 3 options: Hidden Hitch, Curt and Draw-Tite. Any recommendation between the three? Any one better then the other?

asked by: Meyer

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to compare the trailer hitch options for your 2015 Toyota Highlander. As you mentioned you have three options, Curt # C13200, Draw-Tite # DT65MR, and Hidden Hitch # 87660. These are all Class III trailer hitches with a towing capacity of 6,000 lbs and a tongue weight capacity of 900 lbs.

The difference in non-trailer loads does not affect the 2015 Highlander. Curt will require the use of a stabilizing strap for non-trailer loads on their Class I, Class II and some Class III trailer hitches, but they do not have this requirement on part # C13200. The installations are fairly similar, but the Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch trailer hitches require the installation of a new exhaust bracket because those hitches will interfere with the existing bracket. The Curt hitch does not require that bracket.

The Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch trailer hitches are exactly the same. Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch are sister companies and the only difference between these hitches is the brand name.

When it comes to quality, each of these hitches are on par with each other. When choosing a trailer hitch, the only factor that would be worth considering is the price. There is no reason why you could not choose the most cost effective option between these three. I have attached links to each of these products below that includes the price. Please note the alternate exhaust bracket is included with the Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch models.

I have also attached links to the installation instructions if you plan on installing the hitch yourself.