Best All-Around Hitch for a 2011 Toyota RAV4
Updated 03/14/2016 | Published 03/11/2016
Question:
I have a 2011 Toyota RAV4. Was wondering which hitch would be best for me, for all uses all around eg. - a bike rake for abt 3-4 bikes which I need to purchase and maybe haul some items.
asked by: Carol O
Expert Reply:
For an all-around hitch for your 2011 Toyota Rav4 a 2 inch Class III hitch will be the way to go since they have higher towing capacities and more accessories built for them.
The hitch I would recommend is the etrailer # e98864. This hitch has the highest capacities and lowest price so it would be your best option. It has capacities of 525 lbs tongue weight and 3500 lbs towing. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
Since you wanted to do some towing 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 include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.
For trailer wiring you would want the part # 118412 which is custom fit for your vehicle. Install video attached for this as well.
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 525 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
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