Draw-Tite vs EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2018 Chevy Bolt EV

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Im looking at installing a hitch for my 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Im currently looking at the Draw-Tite and EcoHitch. The only use of the hitch would be to carry around two bikes. Is there a significant difference between the 1-1/4 and 2 opening?

asked by: Dorian M

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There is a pretty significant difference when it comes to the hitches you mentioned that fit your 2018 Chevy Bolt EV, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24956 and EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7359.

As you mentioned, the Draw-Tite has a 1-1/4 inch receiver while the EcoHitch has a 2 inch receiver, but the Draw-Tite is also a Class I hitch. That is important because a Class I hitch is only compatible with Class I bike racks, while the 2 inch EcoHitch does not have those restrictions. This means you have not only significantly more options for a bike rack with the EcoHitch. For example, there are currently around three times as many bike racks that fit a 2 inch hitch than a Class I hitch (which is also limited to carrying just two bikes).

Due to that, for your 2018 Chevy Bolt EV I highly recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7359.

I have added a link to a video install of this hitch for you to check out, as well as a link to our selection of bike racks if you were in the market for a new one.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The installed weight of the Draw-Tite is 25 lbs, while the EcoHitch weight is 32 lbs. Both of these hitches do fit your 2020 Chevy Bolt EV, but between the two the best option is the EcoHitch, which is the following part number: - EcoHitch Hidden…

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Answer 2

Hey Leonard, thanks for reaching out! The cutout you need to make for the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7359 on your 2023 Chevy Bolt EV is actually pretty simple, and you can see it at the 11:12 minute mark in the attached video. I…

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Answer 3

We do have hitches for your 2022 Chevy Bolt EV like with the 2 inch hitch with the EcoHitch part #306-X7359 or with the 1-1/4 inch hitch #24956. Both of these hitches are mostly hidden since only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper.…

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Answer 4

We've sold quite a few of the Draw Tite hitches part #24956 that fit your 2019 Chevy Bolt EV and we've not had the feedback like what you described. I'd be curious to know what bike racks were being used and the weight of the bikes as…

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Answer 5

The only option for a Class II hitch on your 2021 Chevy Bolt EV is the EcoHitch #306-X7359 with a 2" receiver. Any hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver like the #24956 is Class I. If your bike rack is Class I compatible the Draw-Tite will be the…

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Answer 6

Yes, there is a single trailer hitch receiver that fits your 2020 Chevy Bolt EV that has the necessary tongue weight capacity to carry 125 lbs of accessories. The hitch is from EcoHitch, and is the following part number: - EcoHitch Hidden Trailer…

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Answer 7

Between the Curt Trailer Hitch, #C11457, and the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch , #24956, I recommend the Draw-Tite Hitch for its better ground clearance. The Draw-Tite hitch's receiver opening sits closer to the hitch cross tube. The location of the…

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Answer 8

Great question, Wayne! Since the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver #24956 is only a Class I hitch receiver you'll be limited to carrying 2 bikes with it. Class I receivers are weaker and when you toss anything more than a 2-bike rack on…

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Answer 9

Yes, you can use either Draw-Tite hitch #24956 or Curt trailer hitch #C11457 with the Thule EasyFold bike rack, #TH903202, on your 2017 Chevy Bolt. If it were me I would go with the Draw-Tite hitch #24956 for 2 reasons. First, Draw-Tite does not…

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Answer 10

For your 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Class I - 1-1/4" #C11457 according to Curt's instructions requires stabilization strap #18050 for any non-trailer load including bike racks and cargo carriers. It is one of the…

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Answer 11

We do have a large selection of 2-bike racks, some of which are designed specifically for heavier electric bikes like what you have. With this in mind, your Chevy Bolt does not have a lot of tongue weight capacity and the available trailer hitches…

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Answer 12

The Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer #Y08106 has a 2" coupler, so your ball mount will need a 2" ball like the Curt #40038. At the stock set up, you will have 66" crossbars and 250 pounds of carrying capacity. This can be upgraded to 350…

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