Trailer hitch versus towing package

[running dad]

I’m placing my order for a 2022 SX tomorrow. I’ve seen comments about the towing package having issues due to the self-leveling suspension. I will likely never haul a very heavy load, probably only our two kayaks on a small trailer. I’m considering the trailer hitch option for around $475. Has anyone gotten this instead of the tow package? Would it be cheaper or more beneficial to do an aftermarket trailer hitch installation?

 

[PittPa]

There is 10 pages of everything you asked about and opinions you can consider. Short answer, no you don't need the complete towing package. Currently, this is what I use. The aftermarket question is brought up often below. Good luck.

How To: Full Tow Hitch Install

2020telly thanks for the information. Here are some photos. Do you have pictures of what they installed? They should have put a fuse or an auto resetting breaker inline. That would prevent the wires from melting. The fuse should blow or the breaker trips before the wire melts. Maybe an...

tellurideforum.org

 

[sprengBoard]

I ordered just the tow hitch for the many reason discussed in that thread.

 

[running dad]

I ordered just the tow hitch for the many reason discussed in that thread.

Does it come with the electronics? So if I wanted to tow a small trailer with brake lights?

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[sprengBoard]

Does it come with the electronics? So if I wanted to tow a small trailer with brake lights?

Yes, it comes with the harness and trailer plug just as in the towing package

 

[2020Telly]

Does it come with the electronics? So if I wanted to tow a small trailer with brake lights?

A small trailer with brake lights and no electronic brake is probably a 4 wire flat connection. Both the tow option and tow package have the vehicle harness and a 7way round connector, but you will just need a ~$10 7-way to 4-way adapter. If your trailer has electric brakes you will need a brake controller.