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product_id: 479386490
title: "13485 Class 3 Trailer Hitch for Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage"
brand: "curt"
price: "$958.05"
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# Vehicle-specific precision fit 3,500 lbs towing capacity SAE J684 safety tested 13485 Class 3 Trailer Hitch for Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage

**Brand:** curt
**Price:** $958.05
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚗 Tow Boldly, Tow Smartly — The Hitch That Means Business

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 13485 Class 3 Trailer Hitch for Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage by curt
- **How much does it cost?** $958.05 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- curt enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted curt brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Safety First:** Tested to SAE J684 standards for reliable, worry-free towing every time.
- • **Built to Last:** Rugged carbon steel with co-cured liquid A-coat and powder coat finish resists rust, chips, and UV damage.
- • **Heavy-Duty Strength:** Tows up to 3,500 lbs with confidence—power your adventures without limits.
- • **Custom Fit Engineering:** Designed exclusively for Hyundai Tucson & Kia Sportage for seamless integration and hassle-free install.
- • **Sleek & Concealed Design:** Main body hidden for an OE look that keeps your vehicle’s style intact.

## Overview

The CURT 13485 Class 3 Trailer Hitch is a vehicle-specific, heavy-duty towing solution engineered for Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage models. Rated for 3,500 lbs gross trailer weight and 525 lbs tongue weight, it features a concealed design for a factory look, rugged carbon steel construction with advanced rust-resistant coating, and is rigorously tested to SAE J684 safety standards. Easy to install with no drilling required, it’s the perfect upgrade for millennial professionals who demand strength, style, and reliability on every journey.

## Description

Whatever your task at hand -- whether it's launching that boat before daybreak, setting up your camper before the rush or getting a final load to the dump before close -- CURT class 3 trailer hitches offer the strength needed for serious towing. They make it easy to hitch up and Bring It, offering a vehicle-specific fit and the weight capacity to handle a variety of trailers. Custom class 3 hitches are the most common type of receiver hitch for pickup trucks and SUVs. Because of their weight range, they are also found on full-size cars, crossovers and minivans. Each custom-fit class 3 hitch package is made for vehicle-specific mounting. This particular kit fits certain years of the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage (see application info to verify vehicle compatibility). It provides a weight carrying capacity of 3,500 lbs. GTW and 525 lbs. TW. CURT class 3 trailer hitches are typically used to attach and haul utility trailers, boat trailers, campers, snowmobile or ATV haulers and more (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest-rated towing component). Each class 3 hitch has a 2" receiver tube and is tested in accordance with SAE J684 for safety. To ensure that CURT class 3 receiver hitches have what it takes for serious trailering, they are designed using a hands-on approach and are constructed with rugged, high-strength steel and precise welding. We also protect our class 3 hitches in a co-cured finish of liquid A-coat and black powder coat for superior resistance to rust, chipping and UV damage. Cross-references part #76509 (reference only). Verify fitment by year/make/model.

Review: Fits 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. Easy and secure. - Fit my 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid perfectly. Easy installation. No specialty tools needed. Watching a quick video on YouTube made the install easy. I installed the unit in early 2023 and have had no issues since (~3years). Although, I only use it for attaching my bike rack and do not so any towing. Definitely worth doing yourself and save a few hundred $$ vs going to a shop for the install.
Review: 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid - Perfect Fit - Just like everyone else who left a review, the hitch did poke through the shipping box, but there was no harm done to the hitch or the finish, so there's that. Mounting this is a two-person or one-person-one-jack operation. The hardest part of the whole process was removing the "diffuser" on the SUV, is Kia have switched from using a small hex nut to a plastic splined nut. So I had to use needle nosed pliers to get them off. It was no big deal and, like I said before, that was the hardest part of the installation. For the rest, you'll probably have to get the two bottom-facing bolts in place and tighten them up before moving on. Otherwise, the side-facing bolt holes will not line-up. The instructions call for a torque wrench that can go to 48 ft-lbs. Use one. I also used Loctite 242 (242 and 243 both work fine) to help keep water out of the threads and prevent them from working out on their own. You probably won't need them, but I already had the threadlocker. Plus it helps lube the threads on the way in, making assembly easier. When done, the hitch is recessed from the bumper, so your backup sensors will still be accurate. That does mean some racks will end up being really close to the back of the vehicle. Load up your gear and give it a good shake before setting off on a road trip. For mountain bikes, absolutely make sure there's no way the handlebar will come within 2-3" of the rear window. Otherwise, invest in a hitch extension. Anyway, super easy to install. I didn't have to remove anything more than a piece of trim. No milling, drilling, or tapping of threads. Just wiggle it in place, bolt it on, and have a few celebratory beers.

## Features

- Rated to 3,500 lbs. gross trailer weight and 525 lbs. tongue weight
- Engineered with a vehicle-specific design for a custom fit
- Concealed main body for OE look and seamless integration with the vehicle
- Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J684
- Precisely welded for superior strength and fit

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BJ15VPPX |
| Automotive Fit Type | Vehicle Specific Fit |
| Best Sellers Rank | #82,494 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #198 in Towing Hitch Receivers |
| Brand | CURT |
| Brand Name | CURT |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 440 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Gloss, Powder-Coated |
| Included Components | Class 3 Hitch |
| Item Type Name | Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage |
| Item Weight | 31 pounds |
| Manufacturer | Curt Manufacturing |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 13485 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty / 1 Year On Finish |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Material Type | Carbon Steel |
| Model Number | 13485 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| UPC | 612314134854 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Vehicle Service Type | Sport Utility Vehicle |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** CURT
- **Finish Type:** Gloss, Powder-Coated
- **Item Weight:** 31 Pounds
- **Material:** Carbon Steel
- **Vehicle Service Type:** Sport Utility Vehicle

## Images

![13485 Class 3 Trailer Hitch for Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Ci2yWIRpL.jpg)
![13485 Class 3 Trailer Hitch for Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ashgqaUxL.jpg)
![13485 Class 3 Trailer Hitch for Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71lsTxi7NHL.jpg)
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![13485 Class 3 Trailer Hitch for Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81zj3jc3ggL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this fit a 2023 Kia Sportage?**
A: Perfect fit for 2023 Kia Sportage LX

**Q: Does this come with the hardware needed to install?**
A: Yes. Mounting hardware wad includef

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fits 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. Easy and secure.
*by D***G on January 26, 2026*

Fit my 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid perfectly. Easy installation. No specialty tools needed. Watching a quick video on YouTube made the install easy. I installed the unit in early 2023 and have had no issues since (~3years). Although, I only use it for attaching my bike rack and do not so any towing. Definitely worth doing yourself and save a few hundred $$ vs going to a shop for the install.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid - Perfect Fit
*by J***S on May 26, 2024*

Just like everyone else who left a review, the hitch did poke through the shipping box, but there was no harm done to the hitch or the finish, so there's that. Mounting this is a two-person or one-person-one-jack operation. The hardest part of the whole process was removing the "diffuser" on the SUV, is Kia have switched from using a small hex nut to a plastic splined nut. So I had to use needle nosed pliers to get them off. It was no big deal and, like I said before, that was the hardest part of the installation. For the rest, you'll probably have to get the two bottom-facing bolts in place and tighten them up before moving on. Otherwise, the side-facing bolt holes will not line-up. The instructions call for a torque wrench that can go to 48 ft-lbs. Use one. I also used Loctite 242 (242 and 243 both work fine) to help keep water out of the threads and prevent them from working out on their own. You probably won't need them, but I already had the threadlocker. Plus it helps lube the threads on the way in, making assembly easier. When done, the hitch is recessed from the bumper, so your backup sensors will still be accurate. That does mean some racks will end up being really close to the back of the vehicle. Load up your gear and give it a good shake before setting off on a road trip. For mountain bikes, absolutely make sure there's no way the handlebar will come within 2-3" of the rear window. Otherwise, invest in a hitch extension. Anyway, super easy to install. I didn't have to remove anything more than a piece of trim. No milling, drilling, or tapping of threads. Just wiggle it in place, bolt it on, and have a few celebratory beers.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fits 2026 Kia Sportage X-Line
*by R***N on May 23, 2026*

Fit my 2026 Kia Sportage X-Line. I haven’t towed with it yet but it is clearly a quality part. Installed by myself in a couple of hours but if you had help, could do it in 30 minutes. I spent most of the time trying to figure out how to raise the thing by myself. Ended up using a crate on one end to raise it up and my car jack to slowly lift the other side.

## Frequently Bought Together

- CURT 13485 Class 3 Trailer Hitch, 2-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage
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*Last updated: 2026-08-24*