Is Cutting Required When Installing The EcoHitch EH59CR On A 2023 VW Golf R Anniversary Edition?

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I have a 2023 Volkswagen Golf r … anniversary edition… EH59CR says it fits my car. Is there a way to see the installation manual? Does it require cutting etc?

asked by: Mari

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Expert Reply:

Hi Mari!

I can confirm the EcoHitch # EH59CR will fit your 2023 VW Golf R Anniversary Edition, but I do have to say that EcoHitch does not post their instructions online for some reason. I am sending you a separate email that has a link to what I was able to find and it should be what you are looking for.

As to your question about cutting, yes there will be. Since the hitch will sit behind the bumper, you will need to cut an access hole behind the license plate. I included a picture from the instructions showing that as well as one showing what it will look like when installed.

What are you planning on using the hitch for?

expert reply by: Lazer S

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Cutting Required For Install VW
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Lazer S.

9/8/2025

Hi Mari, Did the installation instructions I sent help you with setting up the EcoHitch on your VW Golf R? I'm curious about how it worked out for you, especially with the cutting required. Your experience could really help others considering the same setup!

Answer 1

Hey Ramiro, thanks for reaching back out! EcoHitch only lists the Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH59CR to fit the 2024 Volkswagen Golf R model. The EcoHitch #EH75SR you're asking about is designed for the GTI model. With that being said, if you…

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Answer 2

Great to hear from you again, Ramiro! We actually do have a hitch for your 2024 Volkswagen Golf R with the EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH59CR. The receiver gives you a clean look since it sits behind the license plate and comes with a…

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Answer 3

We do now have the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH75SR which is confirmed to fit your 2022 VW GTI. This will have the removable 2" receiver opening.

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Answer 4

Hey Jonathan, the install of the EcoHitch part #EH75SR does not require the permanent removal of the rear bumper beam. It will come off for the install process but then goes back on over the hitch.

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Answer 5

If you already have a 4-Way #118553 on your 2021 Nissan NV 2500 then you can use our 7-Way Install Kit #ETBC7. This kit includes the wiring which will also allow you to install the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller #90195 to control…

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Answer 6

The Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver part #SH89ZR which is a fit for a 2018 - 2019 Volkswagen Golf R has a 350 lb tongue weight capacity. Therefore, the contents of the items loaded onto the hitch cannot exceed this. That said, this is the rating…

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Answer 7

With your 2023 VW Golf being a type R you are going to need the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH75SR. This hitch will require you to trim out a section of your rear fascia seen in the image below.

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Is Cutting Required When Installing The EcoHitch EH59CR On A 2023 VW Golf R Anniversary Edition?

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