Recommended Hitch w/ the Best Ground Clearance for a 2019 Jeep Cherokee

Updated 12/14/2022 | Published 12/10/2022

Products Featured in This Question

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

(95)

$201.09

Mounting Bracket 4-Pole Flat

(6096)

$7.94

Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(177)

$94.91

Question:

So what is the ground clearance of the # e73ZR ? The safety rigs on mine are down below the 2” receiver and vertical. That’s why I’m hoping your product with horizontals will help my issue. I have a drop off between my sidewalk and street that makes for a ground contact issue on concrete driveway. Attached are pics of what I have installed currently. I’m also interested in the ‘4 pull’ mounted electric harness connect in the install video if you have that item number for me.

asked by: Collin

Expert Reply:

Thanks for the pictures! The ground clearance of the etrailer Hitch item # e73ZR on a 2019 Jeep Cherokee is right at 9-1/2" to the bottom of the safety chain loops. This dimension will vary depending on passenger/cargo load, tire condition (brand new versus having 40K miles on them) and tire inflation pressure.

I really like the etrailer hitch because the crossbar installs behind your rear bumper cover leaving only the 2" x 2" receiver visible. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,500 lbs towing capacity, and a 675 lbs maximum tongue weight which can be increased to 5,500 lbs and 750 lbs when used with a weight distribution system.

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

To add a 4-way wiring harness to your 2019 Cherokee you will want the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness item # C56406. This custom-fit T-One connector plugs into your Jeep's wiring harness, which is located behind the tail lights. I have linked an installation video to help you find the right harness.

To attach the 4-way to your hitch you will want the Tow Ready Mounting Bracket item # 18144.