Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Honda CR-V That Does Not Require Cutting Bumper

Updated 11/30/2018 | Published 11/20/2018

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Question:

I need a 2 inch hitch for my 2018 Honda CR-V and I really don't want to cut the rear bumper if I don't have to. I will be towing a small trailer and don't want to modify the vehicle.

asked by: Nathan

Expert Reply:

For your 2018 Honda CR-V the best hitch solution is the Draw Tite part # 76128. This hitch requires no rear bumper or fascia trimming, has the easiest install, and has the highest towing capacities at 4,500 lb trailer weight. I attached a picture of what the hitch will look like installed as well as an install video.

For trailer wiring then the best option is the T-One part # 118741 as it installs very easily by plugging into a port at the rear of your vehicle and has our most reliable converter box. I attached an install for this too.

Since you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

expert reply by: Jameson C