Which Hitch for 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Fits Most Flush to Rear Bumper

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I am considering both the Etrailer e43ZR and the Ecohitch 306-X7395 for my 2022 Tiguan SEL R Line. Is there any information about how far the receiver protrudes? Or the length of each receiver? I would definitely buy the Etrailer version because of ease of install, but the posted photos look like the Ecohitch is much cleaner looking and flush under the car, making me lean that way. Unfortunately the photos are also on different generations of the car, so its apples to oranges.

asked by: Robert K

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Just based on install picture I can tell that the EcoHitch part # 306-X7395 is going to sit more flush with the bumper of your 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan than the etrailer # e43ZR although I can't get you exact dimensions as we haven't had a chance to take that measurement yet.

Another really great option is the other EcoHitch part # 306-X7393 which has a lower hitch opening that is removable so when you aren't towing you could remove it completely and it would appear that you don't have a hitch installed at all.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The best hitch for a 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan is the etrailer item #e43ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your VW with included hardware. This hitch fits all models of the 2023 Tiguan. The etrailer item #e43ZR is a class III hitch with a 2"…

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Answer 2

The Ecohitch part #306-X7395 and the etrailer hitch part #e43ZR are very similar hitches that fit your 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan which accomplish the same goal. They provide a mostly hidden hitch where only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper.…

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Answer 3

The only difference between the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7395 and the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7393 which are both fits for a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan is that the Stealth model allows you to remove the…

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Answer 4

I have one that does but the Hidden Hitch item #DT62GR will not. It will come out behind the bumper and hang significantly lower then your factory receiver. Instead, I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch item #306-X7395. This hitch is custom…

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Answer 5

Hey David, welcome back and congrats on the new SUV! You are correct the Curt Hitch item #C13381 you purchased back in 2020 does indeed fit your new 2024 VW Tiguan. The Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches item #RHK is going to get you set up…

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Thanks for the pictures! The EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver item #306-X7393 does not require any cutting or removal of splash guards or trim. The hitch receiver sticks out through that opening below the bumper cover on your second picture…

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Answer 7

Hello Chris, Both are great options, and for me, the decision would really come down to the installation process. The Draw-Tite #DT53GR is much easier to install, though it does require trimming the fascia. I’ve attached a picture for reference—the…

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Answer 8

I strongly recommend running the 12 volt power wire from the Curt Wiring Harness, #C59496, directly to the vehicle battery. The 12 volt accessory circuit was not designed to support the additional load of a trailer wiring harness. A wiring harness…

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Answer 9

Not all vehicles can handle the additional amperage draw of the trailer taillights on the vehicle taillight circuits. Those vehicles need setup that draws power from the battery. Some vehicles have higher rated circuits that can handle this, and…

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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

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 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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