Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Kia Sorento

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What is the best trailer hitch for a 2017 4 cylinder Kia Sorento? I am looking at pulling a U-Haul trailer. Please let me know. Thank you.

asked by: Carla S

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For towing a trailer with your 2017 Kia Sorento the best hitch option is the Curt part # C13195 if you wanted the highest towing capacity and the best value, but if you preferred the most hidden hitch the EcoHitch part # 306-X7320 is the way to go as only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.

For trailer wiring you'd then want to use the part # 118583 as it has the easiest install and the most reliable converter box.

Normally I'd recommend a ball mount and hitch but the rental place you will be going to will provide you with the correct size ball and rise/drop ball mount. Since have no way of knowing what rise/drop you'd need it would be in your best interests to wait to see what they recommend.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Short answer is we know the part #C56256 is a fit for your 2017 Kia Sorento as this harness plugs into the taillight connectors and provides the trailer wiring. Since it installs like this no tow package would be needed as all versions of the vehicle…

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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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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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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 5

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Hey Ricardo! Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C82RJ is the hitch Curt is working on for the new 2027 Telluride. This is a pre-order since Curt hasn't finished the design. It does not include wiring. The wiring harness for the 2027 is also up…

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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

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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Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 12

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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