What is the Difference Between the Curt and Draw-Tite Hitches for a 2020 Subaru Ascent

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Looking to install a hitch on a 2020 Subaru Ascent. Prefer the hidden style hitch but cant really see the difference between the Curt C25VR and Draw-Tite 76253. Help!

asked by: Jason N

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The Curt # C25VR and Draw-Tite # 76253 will actually be very similar to each other. Both will install the same way and will be completely hidden once completed due to the removable panel on the bumper fascia. However, there are a few differences.

The Draw-Tite # 76253 will have a bracket welded on the cross tube where the Tow Ready Mounting Bracket 4-Pole Flat # 18144 can be bolted to. This makes mounting a wiring harness, like the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat # 118790, easier to mount and access when needed.

The Curt # C25VR will not have this bracket so you will need to loop the cover on the end of the # 118790 around the safety chain loops on the hitch. Though this is a bit of a bummer, this hitch is assembled in the USA, which is a big plus. But between the two, the Draw-Tite # 76253 will be the more convenient and better option.

expert reply by: Lazer S

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Answer 1

The parts you'd want to tow the Coachmen Clipper Ultra Lite with your 2022 Subaru Ascent would be the etrailer hitch part #e55ZR, then for trailer wiring you'd need the 7-way kit part #118290. Then for a brake controller the Curt Echo Mobile…

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Answer 2

You will want to use the short no drill mounting bracket #18140 to secure the 7-way connector to the Curt #C25VR on your 2021 Subaru Ascent. If you have not already ordered the 7-way connector I recommend the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring…

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Answer 3

The correct wiring harness needed will depend on the type of trailer you're wanting to pull. If you're pulling something basic like a small utility trailer and only need a 4 pole trailer connector, the #118790 would be what you need. However,…

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Answer 4

Yes, it can. To add a 7-Way to your 2021 Subaru Ascent you will need the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness item #118290. This will provide you a 7-way connector and all the wiring and hardware you will need to install it and connect the…

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Answer 5

Thomas, for your 2024 Cadillac Lyriq you can use the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C62ZV. This hitch has a 2" receiver opening, a max weight capacity of 3,500 lbs, a max tongue weight of 350 lbs, and is custom fit for your Cadillac so no drilling…

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Answer 6

The difference between the Curt #C25VR and etrailer #e55ZR trailer hitches for your 2022 Subaru Ascent is that the etrailer hitch has a matte black finish that is a bit more robust than the Curt. The matte black finish does a better job at matching…

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Answer 7

We currently offer several different hitches for the 2022 Subaru Ascent. Two that are concealed that will be hidden behind the removable panel on the bumper when not in use, and two that sit below the rear bumper and will be fully visible from the…

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Answer 8

For your 2021 Subaru Ascent there are four trailer hitch receivers that will be all be hidden behind the center bumper cover, the EcoHitch #306-X7381, the Curt #C25VR, the Draw-Tite #76253, and the etrailer #e55ZR. These hitches are all pretty…

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Answer 9

Hi Amos! We do have a light kit that will fit the 24x60 etrailer Enclosed Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - 440 lbs #e54VV, but the brackets on the Light Mounting Kit #e98943-44LED are too large to fit between the slats on the cage if it…

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Answer 10

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 11

We offer two primary types of hitch for your 2020 Subaru Ascent. One installs so that the receiver tube sits up against the underside of he back bumper fascia with most of the hitch being visible from the rear of the vehicle. The other type would…

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