Trailer Hitch Receiver Recommendation for 2013 Toyota RAV4

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Hi I have a 2013 Rav4 and was told by a dealer that only a class 1 hitch is supported. I thought this was a class 1 hitch but now this forum is making me think its actually a class 2, anyway, does it matter if my Rav was manufactured in Asia or North America? Also 1 1/4 inch 2inch etc....what is most appropriate for a small trailer for this Rav4? Thank you

asked by: Deb

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We do offer a few different trailer hitch receivers for the 2013 Toyota RAV4, one being the Class II hitch, part # C12108, that you mentioned. I have included a link to all of these options for you.

My personal recommendation would be to go with a Class III hitch, like the Curt, # C13149, because it offers the 2 inch receiver opening. A 2 inch hitch typically gives more options by being compatible with more hitch mounted accessories.

Just a couple of things to keep in mind. All of the products we carry are for vehicles which were designed for the US market. As long as your RAV4 was purchased in the US or Canada, it really won't matter where it was manufactured when it comes choosing a hitch. Although the hitch that I have recommended, # C13149, has a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs you will more than likely be limited by the towing capacity of the RAV4. This information can be obtained in your owner's manual.

Since you plan on doing some towing I have included an article that covers the steps to choosing the correct ball mount for your set-up. You might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, I have also included a link to additional ball mount options for you.

For trailer wiring, take a look at the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector, # 118578.

expert reply by: Leah S

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 4

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 5

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Hey Ricardo! Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C82RJ is the hitch Curt is working on for the new 2027 Telluride. This is a pre-order since Curt hasn't finished the design. It does not include wiring. The wiring harness for the 2027 is also up…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 9

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 10

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 11

Hey Adrian! The higher capacity for the B&W #BW47BR and Curt #C77MJ comes from the construction. The B&W hitch weighs 45 lbs and then the Curt and Trailer Mate #TMT54FR both weigh 32 lbs. The Trailer Mate does sit just a tad higher compared…

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Answer 12

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