Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2003 Subaru Outback Wagon
Updated 12/22/2025 | Published 10/12/2024
Question:
Hello. I was on your website looking for a htich for my 2003 Subaru Outback wagon. I found 2, but theyre very different in look. One requires temporarily lowering exhaust, no such mention for the other one. I believe one was a Curt and the other a Draw-Tite. Which is recommended? Thank you.
asked by: Wilf H
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Expert Reply:
Hey Wilf, the Draw Tite hitch part # 36284 is the hitch I would recommend for your 2003 Subaru Outback Wagon. It doesn't require lowering the exhaust to install like you noted and also it's currently priced best.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class II
- 300 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Jameson C.
12/22/2025
Hey Wilf, how did things go with the Draw-Tite hitch on your Outback wagon? Did skipping the exhaust lowering make the process easier? Your update could make it easier for others choosing between those two hitches.