Will EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver 306-X7261 Fit 2011 Subaru Impreza W/ Single Exhaust?

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hello, I have a 2011 Subaru Impreza hatchback 2.5i. I see your Item # 306-X7261 come up as compatible. However the webpage for that product shows quad exhaust as a note and when I download the instructions, it refers to the WRX models. Our Subaru has a single exhaust with a muffler that hangs laterally right where I would expect the hitch receiver to hang. Can you confirm the correct hidden hitch item # for our vehicle? Also, do you have any photos of the hitch without receiver on a 2011 Impreza 2.5i? My wife is insisting on the hitch being fully hidden when not in use, so I would like to confirm that before ordering. Many thanks

asked by: Thomas V

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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 as your vehicle only has the single exhaust.

The only trailer hitch receivers available for the single exhaust models will be visible and do not have a removeable receiver like the # 306-X7261. Of the available options I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # DT24959 which is confirmed to fit your vehicle and has a 200lb tongue weight rating and 2000lb trailer weight rating making it a great choice for carrying a bike rack, a cargo carrier, or even light duty towing.

As mentioned the # DT24959 will be visible when installed as you can see in the included picture.

If you can tell me what you are planning on using your trailer hitch receiver for, there may be an alternative. For example if you are wanting to carry a bike rack we have the Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount # TH911XT which mounts to the hatch of your Impreza and will not require a trailer hitch receiver.

I included videos of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT24959 Installed On Subaru Impreza
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Answer 1

For your 2008 Subaru Impreza, I recommend the EcoHitch Class 2 hitch #306-X7261. I prefer this hitch over the others we offer, because it has the highest tongue weight capacity at 300 lbs. With a motorcycle carrier like the one you are describing, I…

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Answer 2

At this time there is not a 2 inch hitch option available for your 2008 Subaru Impreza sedan from any of our manufacturers. The EcoHitch #306-X7261 is a fit for the WRX models, but is not compatible with your Sedan. I reached out to the manufacturer…

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Answer 3

Hi Chris; they don't make one exactly like the 306-X7211 for your 2014 STi hatchback but you can use the EcoHitch #306-X7261. The receiver will be hanging down when you're using the hitch, which really can't be helped. However, when you…

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Answer 4

Yes, rear fascia trimming is required to install the EcoHitch part #306-X7261 on your 2014 Subaru WRX Hatchback. The rear fascia has to be cut so that the shank of the hitch will fit. I attached a picture that shows where you'd need to trim the…

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Answer 5

All hitch makers base their designs on a vehicle's stock exhaust setup. There are just too many aftermarket items to allow them to do testing to confirm hitch compatibility with a car that has one of these. Draw-Tite hitch #DT24959 and Curt…

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Answer 6

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 7

The EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7211 as the name states is almost completely concealed once installed. It installs behind the rear bumper and the receiver tube opening will be located behind the center knockout panel. It is…

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Answer 8

I have sent you a separate email with the instructions for the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7601. Below I have linked an installation video as well for an install we performed on a 2018 Subaru Outback if you want to see the entire…

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Answer 9

As long as your 2011 Subaru WRX hatchback isn't a STI model we have the EcoHitch part #306-X7261 that fits with the quad exhaust which is a hidden hitch with a 2 inch opening or we have the Curt part #C11120 which is a 1-1/4 inch hitch.

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Answer 10

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 11

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 12

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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