Trailer Hitch and Cargo Carrier for a 2014 Chevy Cruze

Updated 04/10/2015 | Published 04/09/2015

Products Featured in This Question

23x47 Carpod Walled Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - 4" Rise - Folding - 450 lbs

(95)

$368.25

Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

(197)

$195.47

19x47 Curt Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Steel - 300 lbs

(1102)

$193.50

Question:

I have a new car, listed above. Would I have to get the longer 4inch rise model to allow me to open my trunk when the trailer is hooked up? Thanks!

asked by: Trisha S

Expert Reply:

The Carpod cargo carrier # M2205 only fits in 2 inch trailer hitch receivers. All of the hitches for your 2014 Chevy Cruze are Class I hitches with 1-1/4 inch receivers so it would not fit. I have included a link to the hitch mount cargo carriers that are compatible with a Class I trailer hitch.

I recommend # C18110. You could then add a cargo bag # e98990 and secure it to the carrier. With this set up I do not anticipate any problems opening the trunk on your Cruze.

For a trailer hitch I recommend Draw-Tite hitch # 24882. It is rated for 200 pounds tongue weight so the combined weight of the carrier and anything on it cannot exceed 200 pounds. I have linked a video showing installation of the trailer hitch and a video review of the carrier for you.

expert reply by: Michael H