What is the Ground Clearance of the Curt Trailer Hitch # C64NR on a 2023 Honda Odyssey?

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What is the ground clearance once installed? I’d like for the most clearance possible. Not interested in easiest install. Thanks

asked by: Zach

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Hi Zach,

Thankfully, we have a video with the Curt Trailer Hitch part # C64NR installed on a 2023 Honda Odyssey. Our technician in the video measures the ground clearance to be 13 1/2" from top the receiver tube to the ground. I've included a screenshot of him measuring as well so you can see what that distance looks like for reference. Because this is a concealed cross tube that sits behind the bumper, any hitch with this style cross tube will have the same ground clearance as they're the same size receiver and hitch. A concealed cross tube hitch will get you the most ground clearance if that's your main concern, so I recommend going with a hitch with a concealed cross tube like the # C64NR.

Are you most concerned about the clearance for going up the driveway or something else?

expert reply by: Claire H

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Measuring Ground Clearance of C64NR on 2023 Honda Odessy
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Zach

6/23/2026

Yes, I have a vertical bike rack so all extra clearance I can gain is needed. Thanks

Claire H.

6/23/2026

@Zach Gotcha, you'll still want to be aware of steep driveways or bumps, but you should still have plenty of clearance to use your bike rack.

Nathan

6/24/2026

@Zach Hi Zach, The hidden hitch opening is cut within 4" of the bottom of the plastic bumper skin. It doesn't really have much effect on the clearance (the hidden version). I have a bike rack as well, and our driveway is on a bit of a pitch. I have yet to bottom out with it. Be aware though, if you try to tow a trailer you may run into some issues. The shocks (stock) in the back of these vans are way under rated, so the tongue weight will bottom out the rear end if you try to pull almost anything. You will need to install airshocks on the van for towing. This is no fault of the hitch (just poor design from Honda IMHO). Installation is super easy with two people, and the frame is already threaded. I hope this helps! Nathan

Zach

6/24/2026

@Nathan Yes that does help, thank you. I don’t plan to tow a trailer and if I do nothing more than a 12ft utility with a lawn mower. Just need the hitch for the vertical bike rack. Thanks.

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Michael H.

6/24/2026

This Curt hitch was about the cleanest, highest tucked up hitch i found available, you have to cut a rectangle out of the bottom of the bumper to allow it up as high as it is, and the hitch is not the lowest point on the car.

Claire H.

6/24/2026

@MichaelH You're totally correct, some trimming is required to get this hitch installed. While having to trim the bumper is a pain sometimes, it helps get the receiver tube higher, so you have a bit more clearance like you mentioned.

Dave O.

6/24/2026

Hi Zach, The very outside bottom of the hitch receiver tube is 10-7/8 from the ground on my 2022 Odyssey. It works great with my bike rack.

Claire H.

6/24/2026

@DaveO Thank you for checking that measurement and sharing with us! It's super helpful for the future so others know what to expect with their ground clearance.

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Answer 7

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