Best Hitch Option For My 2008 Volvo XC90
Updated 08/07/2025 | Published 07/03/2025
Question:
Between the two offered for my car, 08 Volvo XC90, which is better?
asked by: Randy P
Expert Reply:
Hey Randy,
The 2 hitches offered for your 2008 Volvo XC90 are very similar with 1 main difference. The Curt # 13559 and the etrailer # e45KR are going to offer the same 350lb tongue weight capacity and 3,500lb towing capacity. In terms of what they are capable of, it is the same. The one main difference between these hitches is the type of finish on them. The etrailer hitch features a matte black finish while the Curt hitch offers a glossy black finish. In my opinion the matte black finish looks a lot cleaner on vehicles than the shiny black.
Curt actually manufactures our etrailer hitch that is why they are identical. We just use a different finish on ours which I think looks nicer. What are you wanting to use this hitch for?
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Nick S.
8/7/2025
Hey Randy, how did you decide between the matte and glossy finish for your Volvo XC90? I'm curious to know which one you went with and how it worked out for you!