Recommended Trailer Hitch For 2012 Chevrolet Sonic

Published 08/16/2016

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

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$194.61

T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

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$77.24

Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1

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$15.93

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs

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$14.78

2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs

(3870)

$10.46

Curt Class I Drawbar - 5/8" Rise, 1-1/4" Drop - 9-3/4" Long - 2,000 lbs

(2273)

$21.93

Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

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Question:

I cant figure out which hitch to purchase for my 2012 Chevy Sonic. I see there are two options. One for a sportframe and one for ordinary ?. My Sonic is an LT, 6-speed manual, turbo. Can you tell me? Or how do I figure this out? Thanks,

asked by: Amy

Expert Reply:

There were two models of the Chevrolet Sonic lt in 2012. One is a 4-door sedan and the other model is a 5-door hatchback.

If you have a 4-door sedan then the trailer hitch I recommend is the Curt part # C11240. This is a Class l trailer hitch and it has a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening.

For a 5-door hatchback I recommend the Draw-Tite # 24878. This is also a Class l hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening.

If you end up with a Curt hitch, Curt requires a stabilizing strap like part # 18050 when using an unsupported load like a bike rack or cargo carrier. You would not use this with a trailer.

If you are planning on doing some light towing with your Sonic I recommend a ball mount like part # C45019. This ball mount features a 5/8 inch rise or 1-1/4 inch drop. If you need a 1-7/8 inch hitch ball I recommend part # C40001 and for a 2-inch hitch ball you can use part # C40018.

For a trailer wiring harness I recommend the T-One Trailer wiring Harness, part # 118640.

If you plan on carrying a bike carrier in the hitch I recommend the Swagman XTC-2 2-Bike Platform Rack, part # S64670.