2021 Toyota Rav4 Prime Trailer Hitch - Everything You Need To Know!

[@markboehme]

James, the “tow hitch” you reference on the right hand side (under the chassis), is actually what’s used to secure the vehicle to the boat deck during transportation.

[@jedkaplowitz4891]

Thanks so much for the video. I do have the RAV4 Prime XSE. I brought the hitch (from your link) and screen shots from this youtube video to my local auto body shop. The guy did a great job. Looks tight just like yours. (and he washed the car). Price: $135. To answer your question: The kick feature to open the tailgate still works. :)

[@JamesKlafehn]

That's great! Congrats!! Thanks for watching!

[@christopherg1717]

Jed who installed your hitch? Which state are you in?Arlington Toyota and Jacksonville FL quoted me $1500 for the hitch and install Aug20 on new Prime XSEmodel

[@jedkaplowitz4891]

@@christopherg1717 So I bought the hitch myself using the link provided by James and brought it to my local Auto-body place. "NorthStar Auto-body" in Lynbrook, NY. They were happy to keep the parts they took out, since the hitch does replace a few parts. (side story: I had my $8000 bicycle on the hitch rack when I got rear ended by somebody texting. 2K miles only on the RAV4, bike destroyed, $13K of damage to the car, the hitch mount might be damaged in all that. RAV4 at that same auto-body place right getting hopefully brought back to its original condition. Fighting with AllState insurance to pay for the bike.)

[@highserenity49]

@@jedkaplowitz4891 😢 Follow up?

[@jedkaplowitz4891]

@@highserenity49 insurance paid for everything. $8700 for my bike. $1200 to fix my wife's bike, $350 for the hitch rack (bent), $12,500 for the car damage. There was no damage to the hitch mount. This was all paid for by the other guy's insurance.

[@gantfrost7749]

-Great video, have you towed a trailer with electric breaks and did you have to install a break controller? -How much weight have you towed and how well did the car do with the weight?

[@DanielCaouette]

Saw a few other videos that also recommended the OEM receiver, but your points really sealed it for me. Many thanks!

[@JamesKlafehn]

Happy to help! Don't forget to hit that thumbs up button for me! Thank you!

[@CTheSlayer]

I should have listened to you from the beginning. I got the Curt for the R4P. The problem is I am using the swing-away RakAttach and 1UP bike rack. Soooo much scraping during our road trip. We had to stare at the departure angles of gas station lots before we had to load gas. And now I would have to re-do my setup with the OEM hitch, which is backordered to high heaven right now. The RakAttach + 4 bikes + 4 platform 1UP rack total weight = 285 lbs. I clear the tongue weight limit since you mentioned in the video that the tongue weight capacity is 350lbs. Crossing fingers and thanks for the awesome post!

[@hannorichter7576]

Very useful information in this video. Thanks for posting !

[@charlesmuller120]

Super appreciate your video and like your vibe! Just subbed!

[@JamesKlafehn]

Thank you for watching! Dont forget to hit that thumbs up for me. :)

[@AveiroDan]

Awesome video. Exactly what I was looking for. They did a great job installing it. I’ll make sure to have my dealer install the hitch before I take delivery on my prime.

[@JamesKlafehn]

Thanks for watching! I love their instal. They called me twice to warn me that it needed to be cut.

[@daboob24]

@@JamesKlafehn Hey James! Thanks for all the videos and info man, love the channel Question for you! The Prime is rated at 2,500 lbs. but the Adventure and TRD are both rated at 3,500 lbs. They have similar horsepower/torque, any idea why they have such a drastic difference in towing? I feel like the Prime could tow a lot more than its rating says it can. What would be the worry here if you attempted to tow more than the 2,500 lbs on the Prime? Overheating? Someone should do real life test video on this to see what it’s capable of as far as capacity, but also MPG when towing. *Wink wink* Thanks!

[@yossarianmnichols9641]

Very timely, just bought a used RAV4 hybrid.

[@davidgapp1457]

Very useful video. My dealer wanted to charge me $1800 for the tow hitch (I balked and went in search of sanity and found it in your video)

[@JamesKlafehn]

Happy to help! Don't forget to hit that thumbs up button for me! Thank you!

[@banjotramp1]

The car was crazy expensive enough and I only occasionally tow a small, light trailer. So I went with the Curt rather than give Toyota another $1000. The Toyota looks better, and way stronger, but the Curt was easier to install and does the job for me.

[@JamesKlafehn]

very true.

[@howardlow3342]

Thanks for the video. Very clear and helpful. Can't wait to install this feature for my 2022 XSE.

[@daboob24]

Hey James! Thanks for all the videos and info man, love the channel Question for you! The Prime is rated at 2,500 lbs. but the Adventure and TRD are both rated at 3,500 lbs. They have similar horsepower/torque, any idea why they have such a drastic difference in towing? I feel like the Prime could tow a lot more than its rating says it can. What would be the worry here if you attempted to tow more than the 2,500 lbs on the Prime? Overheating? Someone should do real life test video on this to see what it’s capable of as far as capacity, but also MPG when towing. *Wink wink* Thanks!

[@mjmaverick2341]

By the numbers the Rav4 Prime gas engine alone is rated at 176 hp whereas the Adventure and TRD have 203 hp. However, the Prime has 302 hp total combined, as long as you have some battery reserve energy, which is 100% of the time in practical use. When towing a high cross section and/or heavy trailer any distance, with climbs involved, continuous horsepower and especially cooling become limiting factors for any towing vehicle. Other factors are sway and total combined vehicle weight vs braking power. On the topic of sway, tires can make a difference. Tires with stiffer sidewalls will promote less sway. I was pleasantly surprised and reassured watching kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJ3NqomVasirjZI, a Rav4 Hybrid towing stress test by Alex on Autos. If you're worried at all with a heavy or high cross section load, you can plan your climbing strategy to even out your gas engine output. I would use Charge Mode in any downhill and mild climbing sections to replenish the battery, then in the hard climbs switch to EV Auto mode, which will utilize the full battery charge to assist the gas engine as long as you leave it in that mode. Just remember to put it back in Charge Mode at the top of each hard climb so you don't waste battery charge but replenish as much as possible for the next climb. Then at the pass you could leave it in EV Auto to give the engine a break and let regen braking charge up the battery as you descend the other side. Manually alternating between Charge Mode and EV or EV Auto mode is like having a very large battery on a normal hybrid, i.e. it's a manual 'deep hybrid' mode. Just keep in mind that in EV Auto mode you will typically deplete the battery faster than it charges in Charge Mode. For instance on a 2 mile climb you may deplete the battery 10%. It may then take 4 miles in Charge Mode to get the battery back up to where it started. This math may not work out when climbing a mountain range, so your battery may be down to its hybrid reserve level before you get to the top, however regular hybrid mode should get you the rest of the way no problem. Note that on the Prius Prime, Charge Mode cuts out at 80%, it will not bring the battery up to 100%. I imagine that's the same for the Rav4 Prime. Yes, I would love to see a towing stress test with the Rav4 Prime. 2700 lbs over Loveland Pass in the Rockies or Donner Pass in the Sierras in the heat of summer please!

[@pagslinas]

Loved how you measured everything just perfect 👌🏻

[@FrankKendralla]

Excellent video - thanks for posting

[@aacc2622]

Wow it looks awesome! I have a 2020 and want to add the tow hitch, called the dealer and they wanna charge $1,500.00 just for the installation Damn!!

[@climbbike1234]

Thanks for the info. Great video!

[@rohininandanadasa173]

Unfortunately, Toyota says the OEM Tow will not work on the Premium Package. "Tow Hitch Receiver is not available for the RAV4 Limited grades with Advanced Technology Packages or RAV4 Prime XSE with Premium package".

[@HDMOVIECREATOR2012]

Really?? I thought you just can’t use the kick rear door opener? Please this is a deal breaker 😢

[@stevestrange4084]

Nice video - how much weight do you tow..is rav4 adequate for small enclosed box trailer and few dirt and or sport bikes? Or even a tent trailer? Have you ever tried towing another vehicle to see how this affects performance as the prime has more HP than the non-prime version. Good video. thank you (subscribed)

[@sarvidec]

Which specific tow hitch did you have? The one on your description is a class 2 not class 3

[@tompappas2695]

Appreciate you comments on tow. Told today getting XSE Premium w/fast charging in Feb. Will do bolt on tow for bike rack - easiest to do? - but wondered if camera can loop as an evergreen recorder. Have you tried that? Like to avoid messy aftermarket.

[@JamesKlafehn]

Congrats but you should get your terminology right. Its not fast charging. Watch this video to learn all about charging. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5K4hWt9o6x2q6c The OEM hitch is higher and I highly recommend it. What is an evergreen recorder?

[@n.michaelh4726]

Did you paint your brake calipers? I didn't see any of your videos on that. Thanks!

[@wtw6]

Hey- great video! I'm wondering about the height of the trailer hitch. I'm ordering a space trailer and it has a 17" (from the ground) tongue and a 21' tongue option. which would you prefer?

[@arunakalu]

Thank You for this video. We bought the adventure model (8.6" Ground Clearance) and debating which hitch to get to tow a small camping trailer. Looks like you have about 16" with the OEM model.

[@JamesKlafehn]

Happy to help! Don't forget to hit that thumbs up button for me! Thank you!

[@ChristopherKayser88]

Thank you for posting!

[@JamesKlafehn]

Happy to help! Don't forget to hit that thumbs up button for me! Thank you!

[@bensilvey477]

Great video! Could you tell me what the vertical clearance is above the hitch for the door to still open. I'm wanting to fit a 1up bike rack and it would be nice to know if there is clearance for the single bike carrier when folded up. Looks to be about the lowest profile one on the market. Thanks in advance!

[@johnwilliamson9453]

What was the charge for the hitch and installation? Great, informative vlog!

[@JamesKlafehn]

Thanks for watching! I paid somewhere around $260 for the hitch, got a great price. And the dealer agreed to install it for free as part of my deal.

[@nathanmeister4183]

Do you have a video on how to install the wiring harness?

[@nelsonrmagana]

Hi James. Thanks for adding this to the RVP Facebook site. The link to the OEM part shows it as the 2020 Rav4 trailer hitch, while the R4 Prime is a 2021. Did the part change at all? When I called my Toyota dealer they told me the part was not available. Should I simply try another dealer?

[@JamesKlafehn]

I should’ve mentioned this. It’s the same part. They didn’t change the car. A 2019+ hitch will work.

[@nelsonrmagana]

@@JamesKlafehn Thanks. My dealer did not know this. I'll try another one. The dealer assumed the battery might have caused an issue/change.

[@JamesKlafehn]

@@nelsonrmagana lol nope. Battery is no where near the exhaust and the rear of the car. If you want an OEM hitch just order one for a 2019+

[@aaronjhall]

Can you post the full list of tools you used for the install?

[@McGuinness89]

So even though the OEM Toyota one is Class 2 it’s still better than Curt Class 3?

[@howardlow3342]

Hi James, thanks again for the video. I m confused since you suggested on your video to use class III but your on your KZbin listed class II parts for both Amazon and BAM. Please verify which me the part number and class again. Thank you so much!

[@eugeneiwasa4644]

He doesn't say this explicitly in the video, but he implies that even though the OEM hitch is rated class II, it is just as strong or even stronger than the class III rated hitches. So, the part number he lists is correct.

[@leoantonio]

I was under the impression I would not need to cut the bumper on my 2022 rav4 prime to install my Curt hitch. Is that not the case?

[@rag7268]

The link you provided for BAM states it's a class 2. Class 2 hitches typically have a 1-1/4" receiver. Your video appears to show a 2" receiver. 2019-2021 Toyota RAV4 Tow Hitch Receiver 2-Inch Class II Kit PK960-42K10 OEM - Toyota (PK960-42K10) Can you clarify if this is a 2" receiver?

[@jpbenay9131]

Hi James - when I shop for the Tekonsha 118801 it tells me that it will not fit my RAV4 Prime SE. that’s the part you used, right? Any issues? Thanks for the video, very informative! JP

[@seanmactavish1]

The three primary differences are the transmission cooler the engine cooler and the higher amperage alternator.

[@michellejae67]

It’s very difficult to compare an Adventure to a Prime. The Prime is a hybrid with an eCVT transmission, and it essentially does not have an alternator. The engine itself also runs differently - uses the Atkinson cycle which is designed to maximize efficiency.

[@aldoraine9949]

It amazes me what how far common sense goes. When I saw this thing I knew theres no way it was class 2, but HAS to be labeled this way because the vehicle that is going on is 3500 pounds max towing capacity on the 'toughest' trim

[@normandfontaine5508]

Hi James, did you made a video that show how to install the trailer wiring kit? Thank’s for your videos on the rav4 prime.

[@JamesKlafehn]

I did. Here it is. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGGyZKaie8dqgsk Thanks for watching!

[@shinhochulp]

Do you have a valid reason why the OEM hitch is worth the cost? I’ve had zero issues with Curt, Hidden Hitch and Uhaul.

[@JamesKlafehn]

1. it sits higher which matters a lot when towing in order to keep the trailer level 2. its the best built hitch I have ever seen. Its only rated as a class 2 because of the rating they give the car but in reality this is stronger than the strongest class 3 I have ever seen. 3. it gives you better departure angle. It wont it the ground.

[@Anavllama]

Hi Sir, when you say OEM hitch do you mean an actual Toyota hitch (same as one you can get the dealer to put on less the electrical wiring)??

[@stevestrange4084]

The website you pointed to says class 2 hitch - not class 3 hitch - is yours class 2 or 3 ?

[@joeycathcart]

Do you plan on lifting it at all? If so, I’d love to see that video.

[@jimtallerico]

Where did you find the class III as an OEM from Toyota? 2" receiver?

[@bridamy]

The hitch in the link says class 2. I'm not sure if that hitch is going to work for a 1900-2500lb teardrop trailer that has close to 350+lb tongue weight. Is that a typo on the toyota websites?

[@johnbradley2449]

I have a xse coming in a few months... Any word on the kick sensor and hitch placement..... Also curious on how much it cost you for your hitch..? I’m also wondering why you didn’t buy a roof rack from Toyota... seems like the after market ones are a pain... Thanks for info.

[@JamesKlafehn]

Welcome to my channel, I did try an OEM rack and various other options. Here is the playlist. kzbin.info/aero/PLuMPs5qUmnoRhiJaAQJQj-7KQN2RAcXRO Say bye bye to your kick sensor. Its gone if you get a hitch.

[@johnbradley2449]

@@JamesKlafehn yup, I have to have a hitch... Kinda stupid that they have it set up like that... Oh well.

[@JamesKlafehn]

@@johnbradley2449 I agree.

[@garybarbour2345]

John, I just did the OEM Hitch replacement on my less than one month old RAV4 PRIME XSE. And I WAS able to keep the sensor and IT WORKS! Ok it's a little finicky but it does work (actually it works PERFECTLY ...my lack of knowledge of how to operate it.) So DO NOT believe the instructions. I am not a you tube video guy but i did make a couple of videos on where to cut the brackets and how to run the wires. Maybe I could email you the clips that I made.

[@johnbradley2449]

@@garybarbour2345 that would be awesome. I’m expecting delivery in May/June now... My email is [e-mail]. Thanks

[@climbbike1234]

On the toyota website it has a note for the hitch that says it's not compatible with the XSE with premium package. Is that just because of the kick sensor?

[@Sylvan_dB]

Completely different transmission than the non-hybrid.

[@Chris-ls5dv]

Hello. I’m planning on installing a CURT hitch to my Prime, but I’m worried about it being too low. I’m really only using it so I can use a bike rack. I don’t have any plans to actually tow anything (I’m not even wiring it) and I don’t really drive off-road. Would the Height matter much for my situation?

[@JamesKlafehn]

Do you have hills in your area? It might rub if you have a steep driveway.

[@jonnbraman967]

James: you have a TGL Hitch Step listed on your Amazon page. Did you install one and does it interfere with any rear sensors?

[@JamesKlafehn]

I do. You can see it clearly in my latest video. However I don’t talk about it in the video. 2019+ Toyota Rav4 & Prime Rear Bumper Protector I have an SE without any sensors.

[@JamesKlafehn]

I highly doubt it would mess with any sensors. But if you have an oem hitch you will have needed to follow these instructions in order to keep your sensors. How To Retain Rav4 Prime Kick Sensor when Installing a Trailer Hitch

[@gabi5649]

The link says that tow hitch receiver is not available for rav4 prime xse? What does that mean please??

[@JamesKlafehn]

Because Toyota says that the kick sensor wont work after the OEM hitch install. But you are able to keep it.

[@deborahkelly1489]

I just last week bought a 2021 RAV4 . Now I was wondering if I can pull a 13 ft or 16ft scamp or Airstream.

[@JamesKlafehn]

Probably. How much does the trailer weigh? Tow rating of the Prime is 2500 lbs. In NYS I think you need trailer brakes on anything over 2000 lbs. It might be 2500 though, I dont remember.

[@josephheiderscheit2832]

2100 pounds dry weight? Can a cooling transmission be added to the RAV4 Prime to help endurance and longevity with consistent towing over lifespan?

[@ThinkingOutside]

I got an OEM hitch but it didn't come with the bumper trim cover/pinch weld molding around the cut bumper! Does anyone have a reco on what I should use as ALT?

[@marthalennihan3766]

James, we have a bike rack we want to use with our (thus far theoretical) RAV4 Prime. It attaches with a 2” hitch receiver. Given how little demand this creates, what would you recommend? And anymore info on keeping the kick sensor with a tow hitch? Thanks!

[@JamesKlafehn]

If you add a trailer hitch you will lose the kick sensor. I havent heard of anyone who has been able to keep it yet.

[@marthalennihan3766]

@@JamesKlafehn bummer, but really appreciate the information. Do you know anything about Toyota fixing the problem that this car failed the “Moose Test”?

[@garybarbour2345]

@@marthalennihan3766 Hi Martha I just sent James an email (I don't youTube...maybe in the future) with how to SAVE your kick sensor after installing the OEM Trailer hitch.

[@marthalennihan3766]

@@garybarbour2345 Gary, navigating KZbin etc, woo hoo! I would love to know how to avoid this loss. Best with my email? [e-mail]. I would appreciate your thoughts.

[@marthalennihan3766]

@@garybarbour2345 Gary we finally got a RAV$ Prime. Took forever. Want to install trailer hitch but dealer still disables the kick sensor. Do you know anyone who might do this for us (for $)? Sure appreciate any help!

[@10mmglockuserable]

Where was the lights hook up the connection if it didn't have tail light/brake light/signal light/or backup light connections I really wouldn't consider getting it

[@JamesKlafehn]

I didn’t do it then. I did it in a separate video that I just posted.

[@JamesKlafehn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGGyZKaie8dqgsk

[@tompappas2695]

On an XSE, the etrailer option I think is easiest to install, though it sits low. Seems like the foot control can work though over less of a range. Given you seem to know so much about towing, if I'm likely only to have a large bike rack or a light bed to put two kayaks on, well within the weight ranges, is that the best option? Or is the OEM still the only way to go?

[@JamesKlafehn]

Why limit yourself? The OEM can handle a lot more weight on the tongue. Maybe not by how it is rated due to the lawyers but I can tell you by looking at it, this is built to hold a lot of weight.

[@tompappas2695]

@@JamesKlafehn bec the non oem version gets bolted onto existing structure without having to remove or cut bumper parts, will cover the weight i need, costs less, and on similar vehicles shown to interfere with but still allow functioning of foot sensor (sweet spot to each side of Central hitch). Does that make sense?

[@option751]

Tom Pappas did you do this actually yet or just guessing it’ll still work? Or did you see someone else saying it, if so where? Just ordered my XSE and struggling to find someone with actual experience on this. Really want to keep the kick sensor. Greatly appreciate any help you can provide

[@tompappas2695]

@@option751 saw a youtube video on it, may have been on a non-prime RAV4 with the kick sensor with the after mkt hitch. Not getting my car for another 6wks so won't be doing it soon.

[@kjlcycler]

Can it be wired for 7 pin?

[@victorsolorzano196]

Hi James, how many EV Miles you lost after the trailer hitch was installed?

[@JamesKlafehn]

For a trailer hitch? None. Adding a trailer hitch isnt going to take away ev miles.

[@victorsolorzano196]

@@JamesKlafehn interesting. I just had mine installed at Toyota and I just noticed that I no longer get 42 EV Miles when fully charged. I'm only getting 40 now, I may have to bring it back to Toyota to have the battery tested. Any suggestions?

[@JamesKlafehn]

@@victorsolorzano196 I hear that all the time. The mileage gauge is an estimate. Your actual driving will vary +/- 15 miles

[@victorsolorzano196]

@@JamesKlafehn that's good to know, thanks James

[@rncondie]

I got a OEM class 2 hitch and the instructions say disconnect the kick sensor and place a plug in the end where the sensor goes

[@JamesKlafehn]

Thats a bummer. Let me know if you are able to keep it somehow. If you want to sell the part Id be interested in trying to add it to my SE.

[@rncondie]

We have the 2019 XLE hybrid with no kick sensor which was the one we had installed the class 2 hitch for our bike rack. We also have the SE Prime but opted not to have a hitch installed. Cutting the bumper improves the depart angle (installed a class 3 on a Rav 4 2016 gas and bike rack dragged over my curb due to low depart angle) I just couldn’t have cut that nice glossy bumper on the Prime and besides 2,500 lbs max towing limits you to a tent trailer or light duty trailer which does not interest me. If I am going to tow I am using our pickup with trailer brakes.

[@jmmaddison]

What do I need for towing. I'm tracking PK960-42K10 receiver and some sort of 7 pin wire harness for trailer brakes. I'm confused by why you have the Tekonsha 118801 T wire harness and the curt 7 pin cover.

[@JamesKlafehn]

You need the Tekonsha for the turn signals and brake lights. You need a 7 pin connector and a trailer brake controller for the trailer brakes. If you dont need trailer brakes all you need is the Tekonsha.

[@jmmaddison]

@@JamesKlafehn I bought the Hopkins 41144 Vehicle Wiring Kit on your Amazon store. Is that all I need? I do need trailer breaks and lights. Getting everything installed by dealer next week

[@JamesKlafehn]

@@jmmaddison You need a few more parts. You will need a brake controller and the trailer light adapter. amzn.to/37hrLOZ amzn.to/2T8N6Sg And some 12 gauge wire amzn.to/2FL2FN4

[@gurgenpetrosyan9867]

Hi. Can you please confirm your windshield and a driver side glass left and right --It is acoustic glass???

[@JamesKlafehn]

How do I do that? Ive heard it does but IDK how to test that.

[@gurgenpetrosyan9867]

@@JamesKlafehn windshields should say acoustic or it will have a letter A. Driver's side it will say laminated or it will say acoustic. Is the driver side left and right says tempered glass then definitely it's not acoustic. But when you drive, car passing you and if you can hear that's noise then your window is not acoustic. When an ambulance passes --- the noise from that ambulance should be very negligible to your ears!!!! The tire noise/// the road noise/// the wind noise acoustic glass dampens such noise pollution!!! That's why I don't drive Nissan leaf or Tesla because acoustic glass....

[@gurgenpetrosyan9867]

According to Toyota website windshield and driver side left and right is acoustic. However whatever it says on internet it may not be physically true with the car. I know that's for my personal experience from general motors and other manufacturers.

[@JamesKlafehn]

Gurgen Petrosyan it says AGC Automotove XI E6 43R-010474 DOT-20 M813 AS1 10S LAMISAFE

[@gurgenpetrosyan9867]

@@JamesKlafehn thanks for your reply. The windshield say lamisafe what about driver side left and right window I thank you for taking your time looking for search information

[@michaelreiche2240]

Trailer hitch on a RAV4 Prime is a $295 option. And wiring is $160. Why wouldn't you take that?

[@JamesKlafehn]

Wiring is only for a 4 pin. I added wiring for a break controller.

[@ulilstinker]

GO BILLS!!!!!!!

[@rncondie]

James, I enjoy your videos. I felt your frustration with your Tesla. (Had to mute a few words) I am glad you are now setup with what I believe is one of the most reliable power systems - the Toyota hybrid. The Prius has a proven reliable technology over the last 20 years and hopefully the Rav 4 hybrid and Prime will be just as reliable. The eCVT with the planetary gears has fewer moving parts vs the 8 speed and from watching KZbin videos looks like it will outlast the 8 speed which I test drove in the gasoline version of the Rav 4 and was not impressed with the constant and hard shifting of the 8 speed transmission.

[@JamesKlafehn]

Thank you for watching! I am very happy to feel good about my car again. I am a big car guy (literally) but I am also involved in customer service every day. The piss poor service and quality from Tesla hit me at the root of who I am. So glad thats over! SO far the the prime is excellent. A few weird things I don't care for but nothing I would use the word hate for. Thanks for commenting and watching!

[@erichtisnado1536]

I think the Prime will be just as reliable. The Prius Prime has been around since 2012. This is similar, but scaled up a bit.

[@margielynch9579]

That towing anchor came with the car, not with the hitch receiver.

[@JamesKlafehn]

The car co,es with one too but this hitch uses the location that anchor is in so it replaces it with a stronger one. So the anchor you see is new, part of the new hitch

[@shuneleyrosa6029]

Total range gasolina en eletric combint?

[@carholic-sz3qv]

600miles+ i think

[@JamesKlafehn]

Yup 600+ miles. Its awesome

[@JamesKlafehn]

Geeze. What’s with all the spam

[@HopelessRailmantic]

Maybe all the "BEEFY" talk? 🐄😁

[@JamesKlafehn]

@@HopelessRailmantic haha probably Stupid me.

[@TravisHardiman]

Go Bills!

[@JamesKlafehn]

Go Bills!

[@MidniteSon]

Why not use the official Toyota trailer wiring kit?

[@JamesKlafehn]

I’m going to install a 7 pin plug

[@rncondie]

James Klafehn, 7 pin for trailer breaks?

[@JamesKlafehn]

@@rncondie yeah

[@erichtisnado1536]

Oh, good. I wanted to get a hitch for my little Harbor Freight no-brake, 300 pound empty/1100 pound loaded trailer. I just need lights. If it's a huge hassle to install the wiring kit, I might just have the stealership do it. I don't want Toyota to decide to void my warranty over something dumb like that. I remember Subaru voided a friend's warranty on his stereo because he put in a home burned CD and the CD player failed. It didn't have any labels on it or anything to jam it. They were just looking for an excuse to void the warranty, and they found one.

[@philipperaymond807]

James Klafehn Have you install the 7pin? The TWR of 2500 is only if with the trailer break system but toyota do not provide this wiring kit. weird.