Trailer Hitches and Towing Capacities for 2014 Toyota Corolla

Updated 01/19/2016 | Published 01/18/2016

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Question:

Hi there! I would like to intall the 2014 Toyota Corolla Trailer Hitch but for this model will be with 1-1/4 Inch Hitch Opening. How could I use this hitch but with a 2 inch opening?

asked by: Jose L

Expert Reply:

Makers of trailer hitches design their products based on the capabilities of the cars they are intended to fit. In the case of the 2014 Toyota Corolla only light-duty 1-1/4-inch Class I hitches are made. This is simply because the Corolla's frame is not strong enough to support a hitch of higher capacity than this Class I type. You might care to review the linked articles on hitch sizes and classes. The linked page will show you all three choices in a Class I hitch for your Corolla.

On the Toyota website I reviewed an online manual for your 2014 Corolla and on page 157 it indicates that the car is not recommended for towing any size of trailer, but you can check your owner's manual for your particular Corolla.

Adapters are made to allow a 2-inch hitch accessory to be used in a smaller 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch, products like # HT5R from Brophy, but these adapters all cause a loss of hitch capacity. All such adapters reduce your hitch's weight rating by 50-percent.

expert reply by: Adam R