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Jayco-noslide's avatar
Jayco-noslide
Explorer
Apr 06, 2017

Towing Ford Fiesta

Presently we tow a Chevy Sonic behind a 30 ft. Class C and it's great although the 4 in. drop hitch I have to use drags easily. I'm thinking of a Ford Fiesta(hatchback non-turbo). Looks fun to drive, even a little lighter. How is the height of the tow bar(Blue Ox) receivers sticking out the front? Is disconnecting the battery much of a problem? Other considerations? Thanks
  • carringb's avatar
    carringb
    Explorer
    Apr 08, 2017
    M/T just hitch up an go. Only the A/T requires a battery disconnect. I'd certainly consider adding a mechanical disconnect (even a simple blade style) since the battery leads don't have much extra length, so it could accidentally make contact while driving.

    The Fiesta is super fun! We bought 2! Although 1 has since been totaled, so it was replaced with a Focus ST.
  • ctpres's avatar
    ctpres
    Explorer
    Apr 08, 2017
    Towed 2014 Fiesta manual tranny for about 30,000 miles with no problems. Engine off, brake off and go. Fun to drive and great gas mileage.
  • K_Charles's avatar
    K_Charles
    Explorer
    Apr 06, 2017
    Go to the blue ox web site and it will tell you the height of the hitch in the installation instructions.

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