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At a glance
Why this product
The EXO SwingBase is Yakima's modular hitch platform that swings away from the vehicle — full trunk access even when loaded. At 45 lbs in steel, it's the foundation for Yakima's entire EXO add-on ecosystem. The downside? The steel construction is heavy, the swing-away mechanism adds complexity, and you're buying a platform that does nothing until you add EXO modules on top.
Detailed specs
| Receiver Size | 2 in |
| Platform Length | 36 in |
| Platform Width | 24 in |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Ramp Included | No |
| Side Rails | No |
| Anti-Wobble Included | Yes |
| Tailgate Clearance | Yes |
| Carrier Weight | 45 lbs |
| Reflector Included | No |
| License Plate Holder | No |
Best prices
| Retailer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon US | Check price | Check availability | Check Price |
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Modular hitch base that swings away for full trunk access
Last reviewed: March 2026
EXO system swing-away base. Provides trunk access while loaded. Foundation for EXO add-ons.
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Fitment
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverado 1500(4th Gen (T1)) | 2019+ | good | |
| Equinox(4th Gen (EV)) | 2024+ | good | |
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Common questions
| Colorado(3rd Gen) |
| 2023+ |
| good |
| Tahoe(5th Gen) | 2021+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maverick(1st Gen) | 2022+ | workable | |
| Bronco(6th Gen) | 2021+ | good | |
| Explorer(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good | |
| F-150(14th Gen) | 2021+ | good | |
| Escape(4th Gen) | 2020+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR-V(3rd Gen) | 2023+ | workable | |
| CR-V(5th Gen) | 2017–2022 | good | |
| Pilot(4th Gen) | 2023+ | good | |
| CR-V(6th Gen) | 2023+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe(5th Gen) | 2024+ | good | |
| Tucson(4th Gen (NX4)) | 2022+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrangler(JL) | 2018+ | good | |
| Grand Cherokee(WL) | 2022+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage(5th Gen) | 2023+ | good | |
| Telluride(1st Gen) | 2020+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue(3rd Gen (T33)) | 2021+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500(5th Gen (DT)) | 2019+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outback(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good | |
| Forester(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | |
| Forester(5th Gen (SK)) | 2019–2024 | good | |
| Crosstrek(3rd Gen) | 2024+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y(1st Gen) | 2020+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma(3rd Gen) | 2016–2023 | good | |
| 4Runner(5th Gen (N280)) | 2010–2024 | good | |
| Corolla Cross(1st Gen) | 2022+ | workable | |
| Tacoma(4th Gen) | 2024+ | good | |
| RAV4(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | |
| RAV4(5th Gen (XA50)) | 2019–2024 | good | |
| Tundra(3rd Gen) | 2022+ | good | |
| Highlander(4th Gen) | 2020+ | good | |
| 4Runner(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good |
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