Trailer Hitch Clearance For 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

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Hi. I am looking at two similar trailer hitches that will, I believe, both work on the 2022 Rav4 hybrid. Curt C66KR and Draw-Tite 36675. A Can you confirm that both these hitches will fit? B Does one sit higher than the other. Or, in other words, which one provides the most clearance to the ground?

asked by: Scott K

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Yes, per Curt their Trailer Hitch Receiver part number # C66KR is compatible with the hybrid version of your 2022 Toyota RAV4 and the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver, # 36675 has been confirmed as well. Each of these options are Class II hitches with a 1-1/4" receiver. Each have equal ratings of 350 lb. tongue weight and 3,500 lb. max trailer weight for towing. They are both of similar build design and set with about, or close to, 12" of ground clearance. Once installed the bottom of the hitches receiver tube sets near the same height as the exhaust tips so there is very little if any ground clearance lost. My recommendation between these two options is to simply select the better price point.

However, overall I recommend that you consider the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Class III - 2", # C13416. This is a 2"x2" Class III rated hitch with a max tongue weight of 600 lbs. and a max gross trailer weight rating of 4,000 lbs. This will provide about 10" of ground clearance when installed. I generally recommend going with the Class III option when available as there is usually little cost difference but a greater selection of bike racks and accessories are available in 2" over 1-1/4". Plus, the Class III will have a heavier tongue weight rating and while this may not ne needed for towing this is a good thing. The stronger it is the greater it handles a full load of bicycles and still holds up to the harsh downward impact when you hit that unexpected pothole and jolt everything downward.

If you intend to do some light towing with this hitch and not just bicycle rack or cargo carrier, you will need the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector, # C56434. This T-connector plugs directly into your factory wiring and has a powered converter that reduces strain on wiring system. Simply plug in the T-connector and then run the hot lead directly to the battery connection.

We have several options for ball mounts depending on if you need a rise or drop and at what degree. I have provided a helpful link below that displays options.

expert reply by: Michael R

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Answer 1

Do you have a 2020 Rav4 or a 2021? We don't have hitch fits for the 2021 models at this time.

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Answer 2

Yes, the hitches for the 2024 Toyota RAV4 will also fit the 2024 RAV4 Hybrid model. We have confirmed this with the manufacturer, as well as with several of our customers who have successfully installed hitches on the hybrid model. We have a class 3…

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Answer 3

The trailer hitch receiver that fits your 2024 Toyota RAV4 and has the best clearances - both bumper clearance and ground clearance - is the EcoHitch, with the correct fit for the '24 RAV4 being the following: - EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch…

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Answer 4

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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Hi Steve; for a hitch that fits your 2023 RAV4 Hybrid I recommend the etrailer #e23ZR. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver and a bolt-on installation. It also comes with a matte black powder coat finish and a limited lifetime warranty.…

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Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item #C13416 does fit the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. This is a custom fit hitch that bolts directly to your RAV4's frame with included hardware. I have linked an installation video. If you need a wiring harness…

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Cost and finish. The Curt item #C13416 and the etrailer Hitch item #e23ZR are both manufactured by Curt to the same specifications and capacities. The etrailer item #e23ZR is our house brand hitch and my personal preference due to the flat matte…

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Answer 8

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. It fits all models of the 2024 RAV4 including the hybrid I really like the etrailer hitch…

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Answer 9

There's not much of a difference in the 2" hitches available for the 2023 Toyota RAV4. The Draw-Tite item #DT82QR, Curt item #C13416, and etrailer item #e23ZR all look identical when installed. With this in mind, I recommend going with the…

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Answer 10

Hey Corey, I finally got my hands on both the Curt #C33NR and Draw-Tite #DT82QR and was able to measure from the mounting holes down to the bottom of the receiver tube to see which had more ground clearance. The Draw-Tite #DT82QR had a 12.5"…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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