Gross Towing Weight Capacity and Recommended Hitch for a 2017 Subaru Outback
Updated 02/21/2022 | Published 02/19/2022
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Ok thanks. Is the capacity for towing made better/safer with a particular hitch. Also the tongue wirght max is 200 lbs for the vehicle I am interested in.
asked by: Ralph M
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Thanks so much for purchasing your hitch from us! I understand the confusion associated with towing weight capacity. There are many factors that contribute to the gross towing weight capacity of a vehicle. In many cases, it is not necessarily the size of a vehicle alone that determines the rating. This can be misleading. Manufacturers produce vehicles with varying structural integrities, and these factors have a large influence on a vehicle's towing capacity.
With that being said, through my research, it looks like a 2017 Subaru Outback has a gross towing weight rating of 2,700 pounds. Also, from my research, it looks like a 2016 Jeep Renegade has a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds. However, in order to be sure, it is always a good idea to confirm these ratings with the manufacturer and/or owner's manual.
If you need a hitch option for a 2017 Outback, I recommend the etrailer Hitch - 2" # e98847. The etailer hitch comes with a maximum towing capacity of 4,000 pounds, so you can utilize the full capacity of the vehicle. It comes with all hardware included for a bolt-on installation. If you need a locking hitch pin for theft-deterrence, that is part # e98882. For 4-way wiring to complete the towing setup, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One - 4-Way # 118467. This harness will provide your light trailer with brake light, running light, and turn signal functions.
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Ok thanks. Is the capacity for towing made better/safer with a particular hitch. Also the tongue wirght max is 200 lbs for the vehicle I am interested in.