Trailer Hitch and Wiring for 2023 Kia Sportage

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I would like to install a hitch and the electrical wiring on my 2023 Kia Sportage do you guys provide all the required wiring to do so?

asked by: Alex

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Hey Alex! We have exactly what you need to set up your 2023 Kia Sportage for towing. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C94WR you looked at will fit and has a bolt-on installation. For wiring, you can use the Curt # C99DR as long as you have LED lights. If you have incandescent tail lights you need the # TK32VR instead. Both come with all of the required wire for installation.

For a complete setup you will also need a ball mount like the etrailer Ball Mount w/ Pre-Torqued 2" Ball # e67DR. If you have any other questions don't hesitate to reach out in the comments below.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Robin H.

10/22/2025

Hey Alex, how did the hitch and wiring setup go on your Sportage? It’d be great to hear which wiring harness you ended up using. Your update could make it easier for others working on the same towing setup.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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