Can I Tow a U-Haul Trailer with My 2017 Kia Soul
Question:
Hi, Id like to tow a U-Haul cargo trailer with my 2017 Kia Soul+. Would the Curt Class 1 Trailer hitch be up for the job? Would this handle the 5x8 trailer or just the 4x8? max load 1800 and 1650 respectively Thanks!
asked by: Mark
Expert Reply:
Since the Class I Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11419 for your 2017 Kia Soul can tow up to 2,000 lbs it will be able to handle the weight of either trailer, but the 1,650 lbs and 1,800 lbs weight ratings you're seeing is the max amount of cargo each trailer can hold. When you add the weight of the trailer into the mix you're then looking at 2,500 lbs for the 4x8 and 2,700 lbs for the 5x8.
As long as you stay under the 2,000 lb weight capacity of the Curt hitch you'll be fine. This means the 850 lb 4x8 trailer can be loaded with 1,150 lbs to max out the Curt hitch, and the 900 lb 5x8 can be loaded with 1,100 lbs to max out the Curt hitch. I recommend shaving off 100 lbs of cargo though so you aren't max-ing out the hitch since it's a weaker Class I. It's also important to check your owner's manual for any instructions on weight capacities and best towing practices for your vehicle.
To complete your towing setup you also need the T-One Wiring Kit # 118637 and a ball mount like the Curt Euro Style Drawbar with 1-7/8" Ball # C45591, along with a pin and clip like # F-4.
I've attached some videos for you to check out!
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
more information >
Curt Class II Euro Style Drawbar with 1-7/8" Ball - 6-5/8" Rise - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- One Ball
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Rise - 6 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class II
- CURT
more information >
Curt Hitch Pin and Clip for 1-1/4" Hitches - 1/2" Diameter x 2-1/2" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- 2-1/2 Inch Long
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 1/2 Inch Diameter
- 2-1/2 Inch Span
- CURT
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Shop: Curt Class II Euro Style Drawbar with 1-7/8" Ball - 6-5/8" Rise - 3,500 lbs
- Shop: Curt Hitch Pin and Clip for 1-1/4" Hitches - 1/2" Diameter x 2-1/2" Span
- Video: Trailer Hitch Installation - 2017 Kia Soul - Curt
- Video: EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Installation - 2017 Kia Soul
- Search Results: draw~tite
- Q&A: How Do I Tell if My Kia Sedona is Short Wheel Base or Long Wheel Base
- Q&A: Availability of Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2014 Kia Soul
- Q&A: Recommended Euro Style Drawbar with 7 Rise
- Shop: EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Video: Curt Class II Euro Style Drawbar Review C45591
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Shop: T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Video: Brophy Drawbar Review
- Video: Curt Ball Mount Review C45090
- Search Results: drawbar
- Search Results: drawbar
- Search Results: locking hitch pin
- Search Results: thule cascade xt
- Search Results: end cap crimper
- Search Results: i26
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Video: Thule Pulse Large Rooftop Cargo Box Review - 2013 Kia Soul
- Video: Curt Class II Drawbar Review C45521
- Article: Troubleshooting 4 and 5-Way Wiring Installations
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Shop: Trunk Bike Rack
on Trailer Hitch
