Recommended Hitch for a 2023 Kia Carnival

Updated 05/31/2023 | Published 05/22/2023

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

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ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit

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Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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

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Question:

I am in need of a hitch for a 2023 Kia Carnival. I will be pulling a small jet ski trailer and also a bike rack. I will need a hitch with a 2" receiver because I do not wish to replace my bike rack.

asked by: Tim U

Expert Reply:

To add a 2" hitch to your 2023 Kia Carnival, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item # C67ER. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Kia with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver so it will be compatible with your current bike rack.

Since you are planning on towing you will also need a wiring harness and a ball mount kit item # C45534. There are two options for wiring harnesses depending on whether or not your Carnival has the factory towing package. I have listed them both below:

With Factory Tow Package - Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector item # CU94FR

Without Factory Tow Package - Upgraded Heavy Duty ModuLite Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness item # 119250KIT.

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