Recommended Easy-To-Install Trailer Hitch for 2014 Kia Sorento LX

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Hi Whos 2inch Trailer Hitch for a 2014 KIA Sorento LX 2.4 is the 1. lightest? 2. Offers the best spare tire access? 3. Requires absolutely no panel cutting or modification removing and leaving a panel off is ok? , 4. Looks the best and protrudes out enough from the rear bumper but not obtrusively so I do not have to add an extension if I were to use a cargo basket?. Thanks

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There are 5 different hitches that are a fit for your Sorento, 3 class II and 2 class III. Whenever the choice is available, I recommend going with a Class III, because there's a much better selection of hitch mounted accessories like bike racks and cargo carriers available. The Class II hitches would be about 10 lbs or so lighter, but your selection of accessories would be limited.

The two Class III hitches are the Curt # C13152 and the Draw-Tite # 75772. Both hitches weigh right at 35 lbs or so, and would not impede access to the spare tire. The Curt hitch requires temporarily removing an under body panel, but they are replaced after the installation is complete. The Hidden Hitch model would require trimming the panel (or just leaving it off). The Curt hitch would be slightly easier to install.

When installed, both hitches will look pretty much the same from the rear. Both hitches have the receiver opening recessed enough under the vehicle so they won't cause injury when you're walking by but they are close enough to the edge of the bumper that just about any cargo carrier could be used.

Given the parameters you mentioned, the Curt Class III, part # C13152 would do the best job of meeting your needs. I'll link you to the installation instructions and an install video showing the hitch being installed on your vehicle.

If you'll be towing, you'll also need the following:

Trailer Wiring Harness with 4-pole trailer connector, part # 118583
Ball Mount, part # C45010
2 Inch Trailer Ball, part # 63845
1-7/8 Inch Trailer Ball, part # 19260

You'll want to make sure the weight of your trailer doesn't exceed the capacity of the vehicle or the hitch.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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 3

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 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

Hi Jerry, For your 2025 Kia Sorento PHEV you would need the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C37RV for the trailer hitch. The right light kit for your Sorento is going to depend on a few factors. For models with the tow package, like you stated you have,…

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Answer 8

Hey Tim, The ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness #119250KIT is compatible with LED lights and has been used as a go to for years for people who have LED trailer lights. The light function is supposed send a tiny bit of voltage from the…

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Answer 9

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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Answer 12

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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