Curt or Tekonsha Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for 2023 Kia Sportage
Updated 09/12/2025 | Published 05/25/2025
Question:
For the 2023 Kia Sportage the Curt harness and Tekonsha harness have different amperage ratings, which is going to be safer for my vehicle?
asked by: Greg V
Expert Reply:
Hey Greg, generally speaking the Tekonsha trailer wiring harnesses like the part # TK32VR are the most reliable and the better option so that is what I would go with on your 2023 Kia Sportage. This also has the higher amperage rating at 7.5 amps per circuit vs. the Curt which is rated for 6 amps per circuit.
These kits are designed with circuit protection built in so you shouldn't have to worry about anything happening to your vehicle. If there's a short on the trailer wiring the converter box is designed to fail and prevent the short from getting to the vehicle.
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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Jameson C.
9/12/2025
Hey Greg, did the Tekonsha harness work out well for your 2023 Kia Sportage? I'm asking because knowing your experience could help others make a safe choice for their vehicles.