Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Subaru Forester

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What hitch should I get for my 2018 Subaru Forester?

asked by: Randall

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The trailer hitch I recommend for your 2018 Subaru Forester is the Draw Tite hitch part # 76182. I recommend this hitch because it has the best towing capacities, has a 2 inch opening which is the size most accessories are made for, and it has a concealed crosstube which means it won't be quite as visible as the other options. I attached an install video for this hitch on a similar 2017 Forester as yours as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Curt hitch part #CU64FR that you referenced does require rear fascia trimming to install. I attached a picture that shows where the fascia and heat shield trimming will need to take place.

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Answer 2

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #CU64FR is going to be very similar to the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76182 which are both fits for a 2017 Subaru Forester. In regards to the Draw-Tite, the distance from the ground to the…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 6

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Hey Nelson, welcome back and congrats on your new SUV! We get our information directly from Curt and their item #C13409 and item #C47HR hitches fit all models of the 2025 Subaru Forester including the hybrids. This is why we don't list a hybrid…

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Hey Tony. With that short of a ground clearance, I recommend the etrailer Scissor Stabilizer Jacks w/ Handle and Drill Adapter item #e56VV. These extend from as little as 5" to as high as 24" and have a 5,000 lbs capacity. This kit comes…

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Answer 9

Hi Ben, that’s a great question, and you’re right to think about it ahead of time because aluminum trailers can flex more than steel, especially when you hang weight off the side like a spare tire. The Brophy part #SPTC will work on an aluminum…

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Answer 10

Hey Ron, The D-Ring Anchor #T55Z will still work just fine with the 3-1/2" stake pocket depth on your car trailer. Don't drill another hole. You will want to make sure and check what you're stake pockets are rated for from the…

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Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Subaru Forester

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