Comparing Trailer Mate Hitch For CR-V To etrailer And Curt Hitch

Published 08/18/2025

Question:

How does this Trailer Mate compare to the Curt and etrailer hitches for the CR-V?

asked by: Steve

Expert Reply:

Good afternoon Steve, excellent question.

The Trailer Mate hitch # TMT34FR for 2017-2026 CR-V is rated a bit lighter at 1,500 lbs GTW / 150 lbs TW, whereas the Curt and etrailer-branded CR-V hitches go up to 3,500 lbs GTW / 525 lbs TW. For light duty bike racks, cargo trays, small utility trailers the Trailer Mate is a budget-friendly option. If you want more headroom for heavier racks or towing, the Curt/etrailer models give you that. That said, your CR-V is limited to 1,500lbs towing capacity, so the higher rated receivers really wouldn't benefit you aside from giving peace of mind that it's rated higher than the vehicle is.

CR-V owners - what do you all tow with your CR-Vs and which hitch did you go with?

expert reply by: Andrew N