Comparison of Draw-Tite and EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers on a 2011 Subaru Outback

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I have a 2011 Subaru Outback and am comparing two products you offer. The Draw-Tite Max Frame 75673 and the EcoHitch Hidden 306-X7162 I like the fact that the EcoHitch hides the cross bar. I think it looks a little better. But its also quite a bit more money, and it doesnt really have many reviews. The Draw-Tite has tons of reviews and everybody raves about it. The lower towing capacity isnt an issue because my vehicle maxes at 2700 anyway. Do you have any recommendation?

asked by: Noah S

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You're basically hit the nail on the head with the main differences between the Draw-Tite, part # 75673, and the EcoHitch, part # 306-X7162. The Draw-Tite is less expensive and is a great hitch, but the EcoHitch has a cleaner more OEM look to it. And you're also correct that there's no reason to worry about the weight capacity since you're limited to what your 2011 Subaru Outback can handle anyway.

Personally, I like the look of the EcoHitch and that's what I would go with. And don't let the lack of reviews draw you away. We haven't been carrying EcoHitch on our site near as long as Draw-Tite so it isn't really apples to apples.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Answer 1

I believe you are referring to the 3 concealed cross tube hitches available for the 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon, Draw-Tite Class III part #76227, Curt Class III part #C13410 and EcoHitch part #306-X7601. The Draw-Tite part #76227 hitch is the best…

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Answer 2

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76227 is an excellent option for use with the Thule Camber #TH9058 on your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon! When we installed this hitch on a '19 Outback Wagon we found that from the center of the hitch…

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Answer 3

Hey Parrish, There was a design change in the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76227 so it unfortunately only comes with one hitch pin hole now and there unfortunately are no other compatible hitches available with a second hole for a…

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I do have an option for you but the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76227 will only fit a Subaru Outback Wagon up to 2018. For your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon you will want to use the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part…

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The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7601 and the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76227 are both excellent options for a 2019 Subaru Outback. I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver because it sits…

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Answer 6

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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The lightest trailer hitch for a 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13410 at around 27 lbs follow by the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76227 at about 30 lbs. I think these are both great options…

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Answer 8

The EcoHitch Trailer Hitch #306-X7601 and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch #76227 are very good choices for your 2019 Subaru Outback and would be my top options as well. The one thing EcoHitch normally has going for it is that is usually the only option for a…

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The information I have says the #306-X7162 has a ground clearance measurement of 10-1/2". The Curt #C13410 has approximately 12" to 12-1/2" of clearance when measured to the bottom of the receiver. I'm not 100% sure how accurate…

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The Draw-Tite Hitch #76227 for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon is manufactured in Mexico. If you were looking for an American made hitch, the Curt #C13410 will attach the exact same way. This will have the same 4,000 pound towing capacity and 600…

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There is very little difference in bumper clearances between the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #76227 and Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13410 that fit your 2015 Subaru Outback. You aren't going to hit a knee on either, as the face of the hitch…

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Answer 12

For your 2011 Subaru Outback Wagon the best hitch for ground clearance is the Curt #C13410 which fits very tightly to the rear bumper of the vehicle but also doesn't have a crosstube that hangs below the bumper either which helps with ground…

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Comparison of Draw-Tite and EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers on a 2011 Subaru Outback

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