Looking for the best trailer hitch for your Volkswagen Golf? This one is built to outperform every alternative.
Designed specifically for the 2013 - 2014 VW GTI, VW Golf, and Golf TDI, this trailer hitch combines strength, style, and everyday convenience in a way no competitor can match.
Featuring the world's only stainless steel receiver (patent pending) means it will never rust, protecting your garage floor and concrete driveway from stubborn orange stains that are impossible to remove.
Unlike bulky “diaper hitches” that hang low across your bumper and scrape, our streamlined design features a 100% concealed cross tube with a receiver that is angled upward just enough, offering you superior ground clearance and assuring your rack and bikes remain level and avoid scraping damage.
Featuring the world’s only 2” receiver, this hitch has the highest weight ratings on the market for both towing and hauling. With a tongue weight rating of 300 pounds, this hitch is designed to haul bikes, cargo trays, camping gear, or other adventure essentials without breaking a sweat.
Engineered for seamless compatibility, it lets you use all your existing hitch accessories without the need for extra adapters that cause rattling, noise, or instability—giving you a smooth, quiet, and secure driving experience every time.
Built to outlast and outperform, EcoHitch is the ultimate hitch solution for Volkswagen Golf owners.
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Stainless Steel Trailer Hitch Part Number: X7436S (2”)
Hitch receiver type: Invisi
Receiver size: 2”
Weight Rating: 2,000 lbs towing / 300 lbs tongue weight at the trailer ball ***
This kit ships complete. Kit includes bolt/accessory kits
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Why Other Trailer Hitches Rust
Traditional hitches may prevent accessories from fusing with the vehicle frame-mounted part but fail to protect against rust, causing inconvenience and limiting hitch usage.
Simple Installation
Designed for simplicity, our hitch offers a 100 percent bolt-on installation that won’t disrupt your vehicle’s aerodynamics or require roof-mounted cargo.
EcoHitch® Trailer Hitch Strength
Coated in high-impact powder coat with a Chasm Black finish, our hitches are meticulously sandblasted for maximum durability. Made from a combination of aerospace-grade aluminum, stainless steel, and steel.
American-Made with a REAL Warranty
Proudly Made in America, our Golf hitch is backed by our Legendary Lifetime Warranty. Our knowledgeable team is ready to assist you with installation and support.
***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.
Additional Online Part Numbers: EH83KR Etrailer ECHX7436S Meyer
*Depending on the application, the product can include a combination of up to three qualified materials
Can you put a hitch on a 2013-2014 VW Golf? Yes, the EcoHitch is specifically designed for 2013-2014 VW Golf, Golf TDI, and GTI models with a 100% bolt-on installation that requires no drilling.
What is the towing capacity of the EcoHitch for 2013-2014 VW Golf? The EcoHitch is rated for 2,000 pounds towing weight and 300 pounds tongue weight at the trailer ball, though you must always confirm your vehicle's factory towing limits in your owner's manual.
Will the EcoHitch fit both the VW Golf and GTI? Yes, this stainless steel EcoHitch is compatible with 2013-2014 VW Golf, Golf TDI, and GTI models.
Why choose a stainless steel receiver over a traditional hitch? The patent-pending stainless steel receiver will never rust, protecting your garage floor and driveway from stubborn orange stains that traditional hitches cause and preventing accessories from fusing in place.
What makes the EcoHitch different from "diaper hitches"? The EcoHitch features a 100% concealed cross tube with an upward-angled receiver for superior ground clearance, preventing scraping while keeping your rack and bikes level, unlike bulky diaper-style hitches that hang low.
Does the EcoHitch require adapters for bike racks or towing? No, the EcoHitch features a 2-inch receiver that allows you to use all your existing hitch accessories without extra adapters, eliminating rattling, noise, or instability.
Is professional installation available for the EcoHitch? Yes, you can schedule professional installation near you, though the hitch is designed for simple 100% bolt-on installation.
Does the hitch affect the appearance of my VW Golf? The completely concealed Invisi design keeps only the receiver visible, which can be hidden behind the included license plate flip kit, maintaining your Golf's sleek appearance.
