What Hitch, Wiring, Ball Mount, and Brake Controller do I Need for My 2020 Toyota Highlander?

Updated 03/02/2026 | Published 02/24/2026

Products Featured in This Question

Trailer Mate Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

(21)

$184.97

Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(22)

$70.28

etrailer Ball Mount w/ Pre-Torqued 2" Ball - 2" Hitch - 2" Drop - 7,500 lbs

(441)

$43.68

Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires

(3438)

$126.29

Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Universal Wiring Harness - Dash Knob - Proportional

(2717)

$217.00

Question:

I was looking at a $184 for a 2020 highlander hitch. How much does hitch weight not how weight it can tow. Thanks

asked by: Mike R

Expert Reply:

Hello Mike,

Thanks for writing in.

The Trailer Mate Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # TMT67FR is going to be a great fit for your 2020 Toyota Highlander. The hitch itself weighs around 36 pounds.

If you are looking to tow a light trailer without brakes, you will also need the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C76CR.

If you are planning to tow a trailer with brakes, you will still start with the # C76CR, then build on top of it by installing the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires # ETBC7. You will need to run a power line from your battery to the 7-way at the back, along with a couple of connections under the hood. You will also run a brake signal wire from the brake pedal to the rear 7-way. It is a bit time consuming, but not that difficult.

If you are towing something with brakes, you will also need a brake controller. I really like the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller with Universal Wiring Harness - Dash Knob - Proportional # RED52VR. Having the small knob on the dash makes it easy to adjust, and if you ever need the manual override, it is right within arm’s reach.

Need a ball mount? Check out our etrailer Ball Mount with Pre-Torqued 2" Ball - 2" Hitch - 2" Drop - 7,500 lbs # e67DR. I really like that the hitch ball has a black nickel coating. It gives it a nice sleek look.

I know you just asked about the weight of the hitch, but I wanted to include the other parts as well, just in case.

What are you planning to use the hitch for? Bike rack, cargo carrier, towing, or something else?