Your Toyota RAV4 Trailer Hitch is Here

Welcome, Toyota RAV4 owners! You’re in the right place to find the perfect trailer hitch for your vehicle. Whether you’re new to towing or upgrading your setup, CURT offers custom hitches that fit your RAV4’s model and year perfectly. Explore our RAV4 hitch selection to find one that meets your needs, and finish it off with wiring, ball mounts, and other essentials to complete your towing setup. Simply browse our selection below, choose your year, make, and model, and start towing with confidence.

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Our Toyota RAV4 Hitches

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Benefits of CURT Hitches

CURT is a top trailer hitch manufacturer, known for high-quality products, and our RAV4 hitches are no exception. Each CURT hitch is designed, built, and finished with care, providing dependable performance and backed by a reliable warranty to ensure a better towing experience for you and your family.

Custom fit for original equipment look and feel
Dual-coat finish for enhanced corrosion resistance
Open-back receiver tube for easy cleaning
Standard receiver sizes
Comprehensive, in-house safety testing
Limited lifetime warranty
Made in USA (some hitches may include imported hardware)

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Toyota RAV4 Trailer Hitch Installation

CURT custom-fit trailer hitches make installing a hitch on your Toyota RAV4 easy. With a custom fit, you'll need fewer modifications — no drilling or trimming required — and get a more integrated look and feel.

If you're not confident about installing yourself, it's okay to ask for help! With CURT's extensive dealer-installer network, you can easily find a hitch professional in your local area.

Example Hitch Installation on 2011 Toyota RAV4:

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Hitch Installation Instruction Examples

CURT provides detailed installation instructions with each custom hitch, including those made for the Toyota RAV4. Browse the installation PDFs below to preview some of the steps involved. Be sure to follow the instruction manual that comes with your specific RAV4 tow hitch.

2010 Toyota RAV 4 trailer hitch Installation Sheet

2024 rav4 trailer hitch installation sheet CURT 13416

2017 RAV4 trailer hitch installation manual CURT 13149

Toyota RAV4 Towing Essentials

To get your Toyota RAV4 ready for the road, you'll need a few towing essentials to go with your trailer hitch. Start with a wiring harness to connect the trailer lights, and add a ball mount to attach the trailer coupler. Be sure to check compatibility with your RAV4's model year before you buy!

Trailer Wiring Harnesses for Toyota RAV4

Toyota RAV4 Trailer Wiring Harness 4-Flat Wire

Toyota RAV4 Essential Hitch Accessories

1. Ball Mount

This accessory fits into the receiver tube of your RAV4 hitch and provides a connection point (trailer ball) for attaching the trailer coupler. Be sure to select a ball mount that matches the correct shank size, ball diameter, weight capacity, and drop or rise.

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2. Hitch Pin

A hitch pin secures the ball mount or other hitch accessory in the receiver tube of your Toyota RAV4 hitch. Make sure you choose a hitch pin that fits the hole diameter of your receiver. Keep in mind that some ball mounts include a hitch pin!

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3. Hitch Tube Cover

A hitch tube cover protects your hitch when it’s not in use. Although your RAV4 hitch has an open back for easy cleaning, a cover helps keep it even cleaner. Make sure to choose a hitch cover that fits your receiver tube opening.

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Toyota RAV4 Hitch Upgrades

A few upgrades are essential to complete your Toyota RAV4's towing setup. Adding a receiver hitch makes your vehicle more versatile, allowing you to attach popular accessories like a bike rack or cargo carrier. When selecting hitch upgrades for your RAV4, be sure to check the accessory’s shank size and weight to ensure they’re compatible with your vehicle’s capabilities.

Toyota RAV4 Hitch FAQs

1. Can you put a hitch on a Toyota RAV4?

Yes, you can put a hitch on a Toyota RAV4. Many Toyota RAV4 models are compatible with trailer hitches, and you can choose from various hitch classes depending on what you intend to tow or carry. For most RAV4s, a Class II hitch is a popular choice, which can handle light to moderate loads such as bike racks or small trailers. However, if you need more towing capacity, a Class III hitch may be suitable. CURT offers custom-fit hitches in both Class 2 and Class 3 for the Toyota RAV4.

2. How much weight can I tow with my Toyota RAV4 trailer hitch?

The amount of weight your Toyota RAV4 can tow depends on your specific make, model, year, and any additional towing package it may have. Some Toyota RAV4s are rated to tow as much as 1,500 or 3,500 lbs. Always check your vehicle’s owner’s manual to find the towing capacity set by the manufacturer. Keep in mind that a Toyota hitch might be rated to carry more weight than your vehicle can tow, but this does not increase your vehicle’s towing limit. Always go by the towing capacity of the lowest-rated part in your setup.

3. How do I know which hitch fits my specific Toyota RAV4 year and trim package?

To find the right hitch for your Toyota RAV4, use the CURT vehicle lookup tool at the top of our trailer hitch page. Just enter your vehicle’s year, make, and model, and our lookup tool will do the rest.

4. Does the Toyota RAV4 come with a trailer hitch?

Some RAV4 models come with a factory-installed trailer hitch and towing package, but this depends on the specific year and model. If you want a RAV4 with a hitch already installed, check with local dealerships to see what options they have available.

5. Can I purchase a hitch for my Toyota RAV4 locally?

Yes, you can purchase and have a Toyota RAV4 towing hitch installed locally. We recommend using CURT’s store locator to find a hitch shop in your area, then contacting that shop for a quote.

6. Can I install a hitch on my Toyota RAV4 myself?

You can install a hitch on your Toyota RAV4 yourself, but you need the correct tools. Each hitch installation can be a little different, some requiring no modifications at all to the vehicle, while others are more involved. CURT’s custom-fit design approach allows the installation to be as easy as possible, with as few modifications as possible. Take time to review the installation instructions of the specific hitch you’re considering and decide if it’s something you can manage on your own. If not, you can always find a local hitch shop near you to have it professionally installed on your vehicle.

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Disclaimers: These photographs, recommendations, and approximations are intended for demonstration purposes only and do not reflect the specifications of any particular tow vehicle, recreational vehicle, or trailer. Always consult the manufacturer’s Owner's Manual. All third-party product names, logos, brands, and other trademarks shown are the property of their respective trademark holders, and use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.