How Does TowSmart Hitch Compare To Curt Hitch For Subaru Crosstrek With Cargo Carrier?

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How does this compare to the Curt hitch for the Crosstrek? I’m mainly planning to use it for a cargo carrier on long trips.

asked by: Aaron

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Good question, Aaron. Both the Curt and TowSmart hitches for the Crosstrek are Class III, 2-inch receivers, but the TowSmart # TS68ZR stands out with a 675-lb tongue weight rating and a matte black finish that hides scuffs and road grime better. It’s also made in the USA, and the fit is nice and clean under the bumper. The Curt # C22MJ is still very good quality and is a top seller, and is rated a bit lower at 525-lb tongue weight. Either option will work fine though since your vehicle won't be rated for that high of a tongue weight anyways.

Since you’re using a cargo carrier, you won’t need any towing accessories - but if you ever decide to pull a small trailer, you could add the # C56040 wiring harness (or # C59496 for hybrids) and # e67DR ball mount later to round out your setup.

What kind of carrier are you running?

expert reply by: Andrew N

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Answer 1

Hello Mike, thanks for reaching out. We do offer a few different hitches for the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek, the Curt #C22MJ, the Draw-Tite #76209 and the EcoHitch #EH57CR. All 3 of these hitches place the receiver in virtually the same position beneath…

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Answer 2

Hey Justin, congrats on the new car! The Curt Hitch item #C22MJ weighs right at 31 lbs without the installation hardware. This class III hitch with a 2" receiver is custom fit for the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek. It fits the hybrid models as well but…

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Hey Amgor, our best priced 2 inch trailer hitch that fits your 2026 Subaru Crosstrek hybrid would be the Trailer Mate #TMT94FR. I know this is listed as saying it doesn't fit hybrids but it is exact same design as the Cur that does fit the hybrid…

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Answer 4

Hey Linda, this hitch is a great choice, not too much at all. The TowSmart #TS68ZR is rated for 4,500 lbs towing and 675 lbs tongue weight, but your 2024 Crosstrek’s tow rating is less and is going to be rated for either 1,500 lbs or 3,500lbs…

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Answer 5

Hey Jason, absolutely - the TowSmart hitch #TS68ZR is a great match for that setup. It’s a Class III, 2-inch receiver rated for 675 lbs tongue weight, so it’s more than capable of handling a two-bike e-bike rack like your Kuat. Just keep in mind that…

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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

Dylan, no trimming needed here. The Trailer Mate #TMT94FR bolts right to the frame behind your bumper, nothing visible except the 2 inch receiver. The only “extra” step you might face is slightly enlarging the access holes with a die grinder to…

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Answer 8

Hey Brent! Thanks for reaching out! I took a look at the online owner's manual for your 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Limited and on page 412 it specifies that the max allowable tongue weight is 400 lbs (when towing a trailer with brakes). Subaru…

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Answer 9

Hey Piotr, thanks for reaching out! The weight ratings between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C94WR and Towsmart Trailer Hitch Receiver #TS96VR that fit your 2025 Kia Sportage are determined by the testing done according to those manufacturers. I…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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