Best Hitch for a 2016 Subaru Impreza Hatchback

Updated 02/03/2026 | Published 06/25/2024

Products Featured in This Question

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

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$190.11

Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

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$878.95

Question:

Hi - I have a 2016 Subaru Impreza hatchback that I want to use with a Thule easy fold XT bike carrier. The carrier will hold 1 e-bike 53 lb. Weight and 1 regular bike. What trailer hitch will work well with my vehicle and this bike carrier? Thank you.

asked by: Lynn

Expert Reply:

Thanks for all the information Lynn! The best hitch for your 2016 Subaru Impreza Hatchback is going to be the Curt item # C11286 you were looking at. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Subaru with included hardware. It is a class I hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver, that will have plenty of capacity for your EasyFold XT Bike Rack item # TH903202 and your 53 lbs E-bike.

I have linked an installation video below so you can see how to get this hitch set up.

expert reply by: Jerred H

Jerred H.

2/3/2026

Hey Lynn, how did the Curt hitch work out with your Impreza and the EasyFold XT bike rack? Your experience could point others toward the right setup for carrying e-bikes safely.