Will the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

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does this hitch fit the 2017 jetta gli? i see it fits the jetta but there is trim sitting lower on the bumper then the jetta on the gli

asked by: Lance

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Yes, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 306-X7311 is a confirmed fit for a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. In fact, I have a photo from the manufacturer on a GLI which is attached below.

expert reply by: Conner L

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EcoHitch Install 17 VW Jetta GLI
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Answer 1

I was able to track down the installation instructions for the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7317 referenced in your question and have attached the images from the manual below. I have also sent you a separate email with the PDF file…

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Answer 2

You are correct that bumper is the same, the issue is that behind the bumper on the passenger side of your 2016 Volkswagen Jetta TDI there are components that interfere would with the non-TDI trailer hitch receiver's like the EcoHitch Hidden…

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Answer 3

I was able to find some pictures to give you a pretty good idea of what the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7311 looks like after installation and with a bike rack as well. I reached out to EcoHitch see if I could provide you with the…

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Answer 4

Yes, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7311 will fit your 2016 Volkswagen Jetta as indicated by our fitguide. If you check out the attached photo from the installation instructions you can see that there is actually some trimming of…

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Answer 5

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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Answer 6

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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Answer 7

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 8

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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Answer 9

Hey Adrian! The higher capacity for the B&W #BW47BR and Curt #C77MJ comes from the construction. The B&W hitch weighs 45 lbs and then the Curt and Trailer Mate #TMT54FR both weigh 32 lbs. The Trailer Mate does sit just a tad higher compared…

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Answer 10

Hey Kelly! The Curt 13146 fits 2016 - 2022 Honda Pilot. What you need for your 2026 Honda Pilot is the Curt #C22HR. This has a bolt-on installation and does not require any cutting or trimming of the bumper so you won't be modifying the vehicle.…

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Answer 11

Hey Jason! The etrailer #e69ZV and Curt hitch do share the same design. Our hitch has the same restrictions so you do not want to use it for that bike rack. Instead, you can use the TowSmart Trailer Hitch Receiver #TS48QR. This also has a higher…

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Answer 12

Hey Ben! The Curt does have that restriction on the vertical bike racks so I recommend the TowSmart Trailer Hitch #TS82VR. This has a higher tongue weight capacity and will allow you to carry the VelociRAX. It would be a good idea to add the etrailer…

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