Best Hidden Hitch for 2015 Subaru Outback - Curt vs Draw-Tite

Updated 08/11/2020 | Published 08/07/2020

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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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$209.61

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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$216.11

Question:

Hi - Im looking at these two class 3 2inch hitches: https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hitch/Subaru/Outback+Wagon/2015/C13206.html?VehicleID=201532149 and https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hitch/Subaru/Outback+Wagon/2015/75673.html?VehicleID=2015301542 A couple of questions i cant resolve from the photos on your website are: 1 which sits higher and therefore closer to the bumper? ie: slightly lower profile? 2 Ill be using a hitch-mount bike rack softride Dura 4 with the hitch. This statement from the Curt description makes me nervous, and defeats the purpose of the racks ability to tip down to gain access to the trunk... We recommend that all non-trailer loads bike racks, cargo carriers, etc should be supported by stabilizing straps, such as 18050, sold separately

asked by: Phil A

Expert Reply:

The Curt Trailer Hitch # C13206 has a measurement from the ground to the top lip of the trailer of 15-1/2 inches which sits higher than the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 75673 which has a measurement of 15 inches. So far the Curt is winning when it comes to being hidden since it sits about 1/2 inch closer to the bottom of the bumper, but the Draw-Tite is overall more hidden. If you measure from the center of the hitch pin hole to the very edge of your 2015 Subaru Outback of about 5 inches. The Curt only has a measurement of 2-1/2 inches from the hitch pin hole to the very edge of the back bumper. So, the Draw-Tite is going to sit the closest to your rear bumper and will not stick out past your bumper whatsoever which will give you the least noticeable appearance.

So, all in all if you're wanting a trailer hitch that is the most hidden, the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 75673 is the right hitch for you.

I've included some videos if you still need help deciding.

expert reply by: Adam E