Best Hitch for a 2016 Subaru Impreza Hatchback
Updated 02/03/2026 | Published 06/25/2024
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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.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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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.