Recommended Hitch and Small Trailer for 2009 Toyota Prius

Updated 06/06/2014 | Published 06/05/2014

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

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

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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs

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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs

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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

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Question:

Im interested in the hitch for my 2009 Prius But Id like to look at some small trailers first

asked by: Louis M

Helpful Expert Reply:

I'd highly recommend you check your owners manual or with Toyota about using the Prius for towing. I do know that they don't recommend it for certain model years.

I'd recommend Draw-Tite part # 24808.

If you decide to use the vehicle for towing, you would also need a ball mount and trailer wiring harness like part # 118505. The size trailer ball you need would depend on the trailer you use. The smaller utility trailers would use a 1-7/8 inch diameter ball like part # 19256 or # 19258 for a 2 inch ball. I've linked to an install video for the hitch and the trailer wiring harness.

We do offer a few small trailers, for carrying mobility scooters/wheelchairs, motorcycles, kayaks, etc which you can see by clicking the provided link.