Can Factory Trailer Hitch on 2013 Subaru Outback be Replaced With Larger Aftermarket Hitch?

Published 01/18/2018

Question:

I own a 2013 Subaru Outback 3.6 Limited with a 1-1/4 inch hitch i think its a factory hitch from Subaru. The bumper is notched so that the hitch is exposed and sits higher than the bottom of the bumper. Id like to change over to a 2 inch hitch but im afraid that the ones you offer will sit lower than my existing hitch. Can you help me make a decision?

asked by: Jeff P

Expert Reply:

You can certainly replace your 2013 Subaru Outback's factory hitch with a larger 2 inch hitch like the Draw-Tite # 75673 so long as your Outback is not a Sport model. I reached out to the manufacturer to try and find out if the Draw-Tite would fit directly into the space where the factory hitch sits but they could not confirm it would fit in the exact same spot because they had not tested it with a Subaru that had an OEM hitch. So it is a possibility that your new, larger hitch is going to sit slightly lower on your Outback like in the accompanying photos.

I've also added a link to a video showing the Draw-Tite being installed on a 2013 Outback for you to take a look at as well as the installation instructions.

expert reply by: Kyle S