What Hitch do I Need for My 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid Sport?  

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Hello Wilfredo,

Thanks for writing in!

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13397 will fit your 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid Sport. It fits all models of the 2026 Honda CR-V and gives you a 2" receiver, which is a great choice for using a 2-bike rack.

Personally, I would go with our etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98848 instead. I like the matte black finish a little better because it gives the hitch more of an OEM look and helps it blend in with the fascia nicely. Either hitch will work well for what you are wanting to do, but the etrailer hitch would be my pick. I attached an image so you can see how nicely it blends.

For the wiring, you will want the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C56370. This wiring is pretty simple to install, and will give you 4 flat for a light trailer that doesn't have brakes, if you trailer does have brakes, please let me know so I can get you the additional wiring needed.

For the ball mount, I would go with our etrailer Ball Mount w/ Pre-Torqued 2" Ball - 2" Hitch - 2-3/4" Rise - 7,500 lbs # e38NR. I really like that our ball comes in a black nickel coating, gives it a nice sleek design.

What kind of bikes, and bike rack do you have? What trails are you mainly hitting? We have the Katy Trail here in Missouri, I try to get out at least once a week when the weather is nice. It is a nice flat cruising tail. This spring I am hoping to ride/camp all 240 miles...

expert reply by: Kate F

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etrailer Hitch on CR-V
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Jim D.

8/28/2026

I have the same vehicle only in a 2025. The only hitch with the installation came when I tried to get the rubber muffler brackets off. It was so much of a hassle that I stopped the install and looked online to find a fix. Turns out they have a tool that is a great help. Ordered it, got it and finished the install with no problems. I should mention that the kick to open feature no longer works with any regularity. No loss. The power wiring was no problem.

Kate F.

8/31/2026

@JimD Thanks for the response Jim, and nice call out on finding the tool for the rubber muffler brackets =)