X7365 vs X7365S EcoHitch: What Subaru Crosstrek Shoppers Should Compare Before Ordering

A side-by-side look at what Subaru Crosstrek shoppers should compare between the X7365 and X7365S before ordering.

Deciding between the X7365 and the X7365S comes down to a few clear questions about receiver material, availability, and timing. Both are Subaru Crosstrek EcoHitch products, and the X7365S is a premium update with a stainless steel receiver. This article walks through what to compare before you order.

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The Core Difference: Receiver Material

The headline difference is the receiver. The X7365S is a premium update to the original X7365 design because it includes a stainless steel receiver. Stainless steel resists rust, which helps keep the receiver clean and helps prevent accessories from seizing due to corrosion.

Availability and Presale Timing

The X7365S is available for presale now here and has an estimated shipping beginning August 19, 2026. 

Shared EcoHitch Benefits

Every EcoHitch features a fully concealed cross tube that tucks the main hitch bar up and out of sight, which helps keep ground clearance at a maximum. For a vehicle that spends most of its life without a rack or trailer attached, that concealed design means the rear of the vehicle keeps its factory appearance instead of showing a bulky bar under the bumper. The 2 inch receiver is removable when not in use so the vehicle retains factory look when there is no hitch accessory in use. 

Most hitch accessories require a 2 inch receiver opening. Pairing a 2 inch accessory with a 1-1/4 inch hitch requires an adapter, which can introduce excessive rattling, reduce stability, and lower the weight rating of the full setup. Confirming the receiver size before you order helps you match the correct rack, carrier, or ball mount the first time.

Fitment, Ratings, and Accessories

Both products are 2018-2023 Subaru Crosstrek EcoHitch options, so confirm the fitment, receiver size, and published ratings for your exact vehicle on the current product pages.

The lowest-rated component in the setup always controls the usable limit. That means the hitch rating, the accessory rating, and the vehicle rating each need to be reviewed, and the smallest of those numbers is the one you plan around. A hitch never increases the vehicle's factory towing or cargo capacity. Use Torklift’s Maximum Hitch Weight (Tongue Weight) Estimator to plan your set up and confirm you are within safe limits.

Which One Should You Order?

Order the X7365S if you specifically want the premium stainless steel receiver update and the presale timing works for you. Order the X7365 if you want the original design and it remains available and suited to your needs. 

How Torklift Central Can Help You Shop

If you are comparing the X7365 and X7365S, the X7365S is the product to review when you want the premium stainless steel receiver update, and the X7365 is worth comparing when the original design still suits your needs and is available.

Both designs are available to order here. 

Key Takeaways

• The core difference between X7365 and X7365S is the rust-free stainless steel receiver on the X7365S.
• The X7365S is a premium presale update with estimated shipping beginning August 19, 2026, which is not guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between X7365 and X7365S?

The X7365S is a premium update to the original X7365 design because it includes a stainless steel receiver. 

Which Subaru Crosstrek EcoHitch should I order?

Order the X7365S if you want the premium stainless steel receiver update and the presale timing works. Order the X7365 if you want the original design and it remains available and suited to your needs.

Is X7365S available for presale?

Yes. X7365S is available for presale with estimated shipping beginning August 19, 2026. 

When is X7365S expected to start shipping?

Estimated shipping begins August 19, 2026. 

Why does the stainless steel receiver matter?

It resists rust, which helps keep the receiver clean and helps prevent accessories from seizing due to corrosion. It is an upgrade to compare, not immunity to all wear or exposure.

How can Torklift Central help me shop?

Torklift Central helps you compare the two products, confirm Subaru Crosstrek fitment, and understand the presale timing. Contact a retail specialist or call 253-854-1832.

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***IMPORTANT NOTICE:

While EcoHitch®️ trailer hitches are built with high-strength materials and tested for exceptional weight ratings, your vehicle’s factory towing capacities are the ultimate limit. Always refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual to determine its maximum towing and tongue weight ratings. No aftermarket hitch or accessory can increase your vehicle’s factory-rated towing capacities.

Using hauling accessories like extensions, cargo trays, bike racks, or other accessories that extend the load out from the trailer hitch, will significantly reduce the tongue weight capacity of your hitch system.

To estimate how your setup will affect tongue weight, we recommend using our Maximum Hitch Weight (Tongue Weight) Estimator before hauling your payload (cargo trays, bike racks, etc).

Disclaimer: It is the user’s responsibility to ensure safe towing practices and to confirm that all loads fall within the limits of the lowest-rated component in the towing system. Torklift is not liable for any damage or injury resulting from the misuse or overloading of towing/hauling equipment.