Recommended Trailer Hitch and Cargo Carrier for Ground Clearance on a 2014 Chevy Malibu

Updated 07/03/2019 | Published 07/02/2019

Products Featured in This Question

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"

(197)

$253.47

Light Kit for Draw-Tite, Tow Ready, and Rola Railed Cargo Carriers

(240)

$42.65

Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"

(117)

$246.47

20x47 Reese Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" Hitches - Steel - 300 lbs

(1167)

$341.17

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 1-1/4" Hitches - Flush - 2-1/8" Span - Chrome

(3575)

$33.91

Question:

Im thinking of adding a towing hitch to hang a cargo carrier. My concern is that i have a steep driveway. Which hitch would guve me the most clearance to the floor.which is best for my 2014 Chevrolet Malibu?

asked by: Vatche G

Expert Reply:

When we installed the Curt Trailer Hitch # C12115 and the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 36538 on a 2014 Chevy Malibu we found the Curt to sit about 1/4" higher but these were on separate Malibu so there could have been slight differences in air pressure for the tires or trim and/or cargo weight that contributed to this. Regardless I recommend the Curt option because of our measurements.

If you don't already have a cargo carrier I recommend the 20x47 Reese Cargo Carrier # 63155 because it has a 3" rise in the shank for more ground clearance plus it has cutouts for you to add a light kit like # 20174 in the event that cargo would cover your tail lights. You will need a lighting kit on your Malibu to activate these. If you would like to add it then please let me know if you have a US or Canadian model and if it is an LTZ or not so I can recommend a kit from the linked selection.

I also recommend using the etrailer Trailer Hitch Accessories Lock # e98879 to lock the carrier to your trailer hitch.

Attached are some review and installation videos that you can check out.