Least Visible Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2018 Ford Escape

Published 12/29/2017

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Draw-Tite Max-E-Loader Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Question:

Please tell me which 2inch hitch would be the best to buy that shows the least when installed on the car. Thank you!

asked by: Shar M

Expert Reply:

Out of the hitches that fit your 2018 Ford Escape the one that shows the least is the Draw-Tite, part # 75782, although not by a lot. It's designed so that the cross tube is tucked behind the bumper and then the receiver opening is all you see. The opening then sits about 1-3/4 inches recessed from the rear bumper. The other Draw-Tite hitch, part # 75758, shows the complete cross tube so it's the most visible.

However, the Curt, part # C13186, also hides the cross tube but the receiver tube is about 1 inch closer to the edge of the bumper compared to the # 75782.

Keep in mind these measurements are with the hitch installed on a 2017 model so they could be slightly different. The main takeaway is that you're not going to have much difference between the Curt and Draw-Tite hitches that have the hidden cross tube. Between the two of them, I recommend the Draw-Tite, # 75782, because it's slightly less visible.

I've linked videos of all 3 hitches being installed for you.