Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA250

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Need a hitch for a 2021 Mercedes GLA250.

asked by: Seann F

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For your 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75223. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver and a bolt-on installation. Out of all of the options available I like this one the best because it has a concealed cross tube. That means you have better clearance and a clean look since only the receiver is visible at the rear.

If you plan on towing you will also need the Tekonsha Powered Tail Light Converter w/ 4-Way Flat # 119147KIT. For a ball mount, check out the etrailer Ball Mount # e67DR.

I have attached some review and installation videos below for your reference.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Seann

4/14/2024

Robin, Can you recommend an expert installer in San Diego?

Robin H.

4/15/2024

@Seann here is the link to our installers. I went ahead and entered 92101 for the zip but you can change it to yours.

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Answer 1

Though we have not yet done an install of either the Draw-Tite #DT72MR or the Curt #C55WR on a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA250, I did mange to find a couple pictures of each hitch installed. With that being said, you are correct in that the Draw-Tite will…

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We have not yet had the opportunity to install the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C55WR on a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA. This hitch does have a bolt-on installation, and the heat shield must be modified or trimmed. Although we do not yet have an…

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Answer 3

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 4

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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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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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 7

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Answer 8

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 9

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 10

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 11

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 12

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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