Hitch and Bike Rack for E-Bike on 2015 Subaru Impreza Hatchback With Single Exhaust

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We have an impreza 2015 hatchback 5 door single exhaust and we are getting an electric bike that weighs 50 lb. We want to take the electric bike and one standard bike on the back of the impreza. we are told that we can only get a 1 1/4 inch hitch which I guess should be fine. I didn't know it could get so complicated. What rack would be best? And not the most expensive?

asked by: Chris

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Your 2015 Subaru Impreza hatchback with a single exhaust does have a 2 inch hitch available, the EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7211. This is a pricier option, so if you are looking for a budget-friendly rack and hitch combo, you will want to stick with the best 1-1/4 inch hitch, which for your Impreza is the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT24959.

This hitch has better ground and bumper clearances than the Curt Hitch # C11286 that also fits your '15 Impreza so you will want to go with the Draw-Tite. Since they are Class I hitches, you also need a Class I compatible bike rack, and keep in mind that bike racks able to carry heavy e-bikes are going to be a little pricier than those that don't need to carry as much weight.

The most economical bike rack available that is Class I compatible and has the weight capacity for your heavy e-bikes is the RockyMounts MonoRail 2-Bike Rack # RKY10003.

This is an easy to use rack that can carry bikes up to 60 lbs and offers excellent protection for them. It is a wheel-mounted rack so there isn't any contact with your bike's frame, and it also comes with a hitch lock to secure the rack to your Impreza and a cable lock to secure your bikes to the rack.

I have added links for you to check out of an install of the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT24959 on a '15 Impreza and video reviews of the RockyMounts MonoRail 2-Bike Rack # RKY10003.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

There are several choices available, but the correct hitch for you will depend on how concealed you'd like the hitch to be. For a 5 door wagon (single exhaust-equipped models only), you can go with a 2 inch receiver, which I'd recommend.…

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Answer 2

For your 2016 Subaru Impreza the Draw Tite #DT24959 is a fit and a great choice for carrying a bike rack like the ones you mentioned. In terms of ground clearance the Saris SuperClamp EX part #SA4025F is the best option as it has the most rise built…

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Answer 3

Some of the same trailer hitch receivers for the 2014 Subaru Impreza fit the 2015 models. It depends on the specific model of Impreza because there was a larger vareity in 2014. For your Sport Limited I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe, part…

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Answer 4

For your 2016 Subaru Crosstrek, the EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #306-X7203 has the best ground clearance and only fits vehicles with the center knock-out panel in the bumper. The next best ground…

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Answer 5

The Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Recevier #C11286 is confirmed to fit your 2014 Subaru Impreza Wagon. Also, Curt requires the use of a support strap, part #18050, for non-trailer loads like bike racks when using this hitch. If you do not use the strap…

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Answer 6

If your 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek has the Subaru factory 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch I do not recommend the Chinook bike rack #S64683. The reason is that the hitch pin hole is very close to the end of the receiver on that hitch and not enough of the bike…

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Answer 7

We have hitch fits for your 2017 Subaru Impreza but the Hidden Hitch 90092 you referenced does not fit your vehicle as it was designed for much older Ford cars. Instead the most hidden option we have for your vehicle is the EcoHitch part #306-X7350…

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Answer 8

I'm afraid your husband is correct to be concerned. The trailer hitch receivers we carry for your Impreza, like the Draw-Tite #DT24959, are all Class I hitches and will need an expander to fit the Yakima HoldUp for 2 Inch Hitch Receivers #Y02443.…

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Answer 9

Although we haven't had a chance to test fit and shoot a video of the the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver #DT24959 on a 2017 Subaru Impreza, I was able to go to the warehouse and get some measurements for you. From the top of the…

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Answer 10

We carry one 2 inch trailer hitch receiver to fit your 2015 Subaru Impreza, the EcoHitch, part #306-X7211. However, it only fits if your vehicle has the knock out panel on the rear bumper. If your Impreza doesn't have a knock out panel then…

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Answer 11

While there is a trailer hitch that fits a 2013 Subaru Impreza sedan the #DT24959 you referenced only fits an Impreza 5-door wagon with a single exhaust. Instead you will need Curt Trailer Hitch #C11408 UNLESS your '13 Impreza sedan is a WRX or…

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Answer 12

I may have another option for you, but the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #306-X7261 you were looking at will only fit the 2008-2011 Subaru Impreza 5-door Wagon with the Quad Exhaust and will not work on your Impreza…

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