Subaru Crosstrek Trailer Hitch Buyer’s Guide (Canada)

Shopping for a hitch on a Subaru Crosstrek in Canada? Start here. We will help you pick the right CURT hitch for your year, then add wiring and a ball mount if you need them.

Made for Canadian Crosstrek owners. Free shipping on CURT towing gear from Lots of Parts. New to hitches? Read the buying guide, bike rack / cargo guide, and wiring guide. Or open the towing guides hub.

Watch these CURT videos first

Public videos from the CURT YouTube channel (@curtmfg). Watch here, then keep reading.

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Install: CURT 13382 on a Subaru Crosstrek

CURT · Class 3 · newer Crosstrek

See how the Class 3 13382 mounts on a Crosstrek before you order.

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Install: CURT 13135 on Subaru XV Crosstrek

CURT · Class 3 · earlier Crosstrek

Helpful if you have a 2013–2017 Crosstrek / XV Crosstrek.

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How to Select a Trailer Hitch

CURT · Hitch class basics

Quick CURT overview of hitch classes and fitment.

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Ball Mount & Trailer Ball

CURT · Drop, rise, ball size

Match the mount and ball to your trailer after the hitch is on.

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Which Crosstrek years use which hitch?

Subaru changed names and frames over time. Use this simple map, then open your year page.

Years What we usually stock
2013–2015 (XV Crosstrek) Class 3: CURT 13135. Lighter Class 1 option: CURT 11286.
2016–2017 Crosstrek Still pairs with CURT 13135 on many builds. Always confirm on the product page.
2018–2024 Crosstrek Class 3 (2"): CURT 13382. Class 2 (1-1/4"): CURT 12184. Wiring often: CURT 56040.

Hybrid notes and “excluding” lines matter. Check your exact year on the product card. Never exceed Subaru’s tow rating for your trim.

Jump to your Crosstrek year

These are live fitment pages on Lots of Parts.

Class 2 or Class 3?

Lighter use

Class 2 · 1-1/4"

Good for many bike racks and small cargo carriers. Newer Crosstrek example: CURT 12184.

Most popular

Class 3 · 2"

Gives you a 2" receiver and more accessory choices. Newer: CURT 13382. Earlier: CURT 13135.

CURT parts we stock for Crosstrek

Real store links. Confirm your year before you buy.

CURT 13382Class 3 · 2018–2024 Crosstrek2" receiver for many late Crosstreks / Hybrid notes on the product page CURT 12184Class 2 · 2018–2024 Crosstrek1-1/4" option for lighter racks and trailers CURT 13135Class 3 · 2013–2017XV Crosstrek / early Crosstrek Class 3 CURT 11286Class 1 · early XV CrosstrekLighter Class 1 when that is all you need CURT 560404-flat wiringCommon Subaru lighting harness — confirm Crosstrek years on the card

Simple setup steps

Step 1Open your year

Use the year links above so you see the hitch that fits your Crosstrek.

Step 2Add lights

Most trailers need a 4-flat harness. See the wiring guide.

Step 3Pick a ball mount

Crosstreks sit lower than trucks. Read the ball mount guide.

Step 4Stay safe

Use a pin or lock. Tips in the lock & safety guide.

Canada checklist

  • Check Hybrid notes on the product page.
  • Believe Subaru’s tow rating for your trim — it beats any hitch brochure.
  • Plan for salt season — rinse the receiver and plug in spring.
  • Bike racks count as tongue weight too.

Related guides

Bike Rack & CargoCrossover hitch accessories Hitch Buying GuideClass basics Wiring GuideHarnesses that fit Ball Mount GuideDrop and rise RAV4 Buyer’s GuideSimilar crossover shopping Towing Guides HubAll guides

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