Recommended 1-1/4" Hitch for a 2023 Chevy Malibu

Published 12/10/2022

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"

(41)

$191.20

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs

(2621)

$16.53

2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs

(2621)

$18.47

Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitch - 2-1/8" Rise, 2-3/4" Drop - 6-5/8" Long - 2K

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$33.79

Question:

What is the best hitch for a carrying a bike rack on a 2023 Chevy Malibu? I need a 1-1/4" hitch

asked by: Eric K

Expert Reply:

The best hitch for your 2023 Chevy Malibu is going to be the Curt Trailer Hitch item # C12185. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Malibu with included hardware.

This is a class II hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver. It has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity, and a 350 lbs maximum tongue weight so it will be perfect for your bike rack.

The Curt Trailer Hitch item # C12185 is made in the USA and weighs 41 lbs.

I have linked a couple of pictures below along with an installation video so you can see what this hitch looks like when installed.

If you are planning on towing you will also need the Draw-Tite Drawbar item # 3593 and then for hitch balls item # 19258 for a 2 inch ball or item # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch ball.