Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2019 Rav4 For Carrying E-Bike

Question:

Hi- We are getting ready to buy a 2019 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid Limited. We are looking for the best trailer hitch for a bike rack that is hidden, or mostly hidden. We will be getting 2 electric bikes, which weigh about 50 pounds each. We are looking for a good bike rack like the Yakima HoldUp 2-Bike Hitch Rack, or similar, that will be easier to load. I dont think we will be pulling any trailers, if we did it would be the small tear shape ones. Suggestions on the hitch and bike rack? Thanks,

asked by: Bart S

Expert Reply:

For your 2019 Toyota RAV4 the Draw Tite hitch part # DT82QR is the hitch to get. It has more than enough capacity, and only has the hitch opening visible so it's mostly out of plain sight.

We have a bike rack that is ideal for your e-bike as the Thule EasyFold part # TH903202 which is designed for heavier e-bikes and can fit wheelbases up to 48 inches. This has a built in ramp too which makes loading and unloading easier. See review video link for more info on this rack as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C