Most Hidden and Best Ground Clearance Hitch for 2019 Volkswagen Atlas

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I have a 2019 Volkswagen Atlas that I want a 2 inch hitch for. I see you have a Curt and a Draw Tite option. Which should I get? I prefer something hidden if possible and not terrible ground clearance.

asked by: Terry

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Based on what you described wanting the best hitch solution we have for your 2019 Volkswagen Atlas is the EcoHitch part # 306-X7362 as it is the least visible option and offers best ground clearance. Instead of having the hitch tube under the rear bumper this comes out through the lower fascia section to give you much better ground clearance and also a better overall look.

The first picture I attached shows the EcoHitch and the second shows the Draw Tite # 76176.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Bart L.

1/18/2020

Hello, Can you please let me know why the eco hitch has less capacity than the Curt or Draw tite for a 2019 VW Atlas.

Jacob H.

1/20/2020

The design of the hitch is going to be different as well as the materials that they are made of. Both are going to be great hitches but for me personally, I would want the higher weight capacity that the Curt or Draw-Tite offers. Some would rather have the lower weight capacity but the more hidden design that the Ecohitch offers.

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David G.

6/11/2020

I have a 2019 Aspen Trails 1700BH, 21 feet, Weight. 3,199 lbs dry. 651 lbs cargo. 452 lbs tounge. Being pulled by a 2019 VW Atlas i have a weight disribution hitch. The trailer sits fairly level with no weight distribution but puts a lot of weight on real axle. The front of the vehicle angles upwards quite a bit while the rear dips quite a bit. When I use weight distribution bars (ones with chains) and get the tow vehicle to the point where the fenders are level then the trailer hitch is angled upwards. I am worried I am taking too much weight off the tounge. Also because the hitch it angled up the trailer is angled upwards slightly as well. The hitch ball and bars creak make noise then whenever there is movement. I imagine because they are not level If i lessen off the weight distribution bars then the front of my vehicle pops up again. Thoughts on what I should do?

Chris R.

6/15/2020

I wonder if you just need a little more drop in the WD shank. Try adjusting the head down a hole or two on the shank to see if this allows you to keep everything level (including the hitch).

Answer 1

Our installers normally will use tin snips and utility knives to trim the fascias of the vehicles to install hitches like the EcoHitch part #306-X7362 but a rotary tool like a dremol would also work really great for a quick method that will look good…

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Answer 2

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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Answer 3

I was able to track down the installation instructions for the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7317 referenced in your question and have attached the images from the manual below. I have also sent you a separate email with the PDF file…

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Answer 4

For your 2018 VW Atlas, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13366 will be about 1-1/2 inches recessed behind your bumper and will drop 8.44 inches from the mount to the bottom of the receiver tube according to my tech contact at Curt. The Draw-Tite…

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Answer 5

For your 2022 Volkswagen Atlas I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver item #76176 over the Curt item #C24ER. They have identical tongue weight capacities at 900 lbs each but the Draw-Tite looks better installed. I have linked an…

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Answer 6

The best trailer hitch available for your 2019 VW Atlas is the Draw-Tite Class III #76176 because it offers the highest weight capacities and is the only option that's rated for use with a weight distribution system (if you ever choose to add one…

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Answer 7

Yes, there is so long as you do not have the Cross Sport model! To add a hitch to your 2024 Volkswagen Atlas, I recommend the Draw-Tite item #76176. This hitch is custom fit for your VW and bolts to it with included hardware. I really like this hitch…

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Answer 8

To add a hitch to a 2024 Volkswagen Atlas, I recommend the Draw-Tite item #76176. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your VW with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 6,000 lbs towing capacity and a 900…

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Answer 9

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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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

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 12

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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