i got a hidden hitch for my 2002 malibu.  It was just over 100 including
shipping from hitchmart.com.  I got a Class I that spec. at 200/2000 but
actually is 150/1500. I towed a 4x8 enclosed uhaul trailer a few days
back.  Mpg dropped from 31 to 20 at the same speed and RPMs increased from
1900 to 2200 and even up to 4000 when getting up to speed via the cruise
control. I drove between 65-70 mph with the trailer....trying to average
65. I figure I pulled about 1500 lbs of stuff.

The hidden hitch class I does not require any modifications other than
removing 2 factory bolts and splicing into the factory wiring for the
lights controller.

Although I really like the class I, I am returning the class I for a class
II so we can put a cargo carrier on it. Class I has a slot bar insert for
the ball to connect to.  Hidden hitch also includes a cover that hides the
opening when not in use. Its a nice touch, along with the fact that only
the bottom part of the hitch (area that goes around the bar) can been seen
from my 2002 model. Unlike other hitches, the rest of the hitch is not
seen.

The Class II has a square tube insert for the ball, which allows for a
standard cargo carrier to carry up to 300 lbs.
The Class II hitch requires one or two holes to be drilled along with use
of other factory holes in the frame.

I doubt I will ever pull over 1500, since the tranny and engine got a good
workout on my first trip with a trailer.  But I want to be able to put the
cargo carrier on the hitch to carry small things like an ice chest or
bikes, without having to use a trailer.

If you do it yourself like I did, here's what the cost will be for a Class
I from hitchmart.com:
$110  class I hitch
$25   light connector
$10   ball

You can look at my towing posts for more specs on my towing trip.

Good luck on your selection.

i got a hidden hitch for my 2002 malibu.  It was just over 100 including
shipping from hitchmart.com.  I got a Class I that spec. at 200/2000 but
actually is 150/1500. I towed a 4x8 enclosed uhaul trailer a few days
back.  Mpg dropped from 31 to 20 at the same speed and RPMs increased from
1900 to 2200 and even up to 4000 when getting up to speed via the cruise
control. I drove between 65-70 mph with the trailer....trying to average
65. I figure I pulled about 1500 lbs of stuff.

The hidden hitch class I does not require any modifications other than
removing 2 factory bolts and splicing into the factory wiring for the
lights controller.

Although I really like the class I, I am returning the class I for a class
II so we can put a cargo carrier on it. Class I has a slot bar insert for
the ball to connect to.  Hidden hitch also includes a cover that hides the
opening when not in use. Its a nice touch, along with the fact that only
the bottom part of the hitch (area that goes around the bar) can been seen
from my 2002 model. Unlike other hitches, the rest of the hitch is not
seen.

The Class II has a square tube insert for the ball, which allows for a
standard cargo carrier to carry up to 300 lbs.
The Class II hitch requires one or two holes to be drilled along with use
of other factory holes in the frame.

I doubt I will ever pull over 1500, since the tranny and engine got a good
workout on my first trip with a trailer.  But I want to be able to put the
cargo carrier on the hitch to carry small things like an ice chest or
bikes, without having to use a trailer.

If you do it yourself like I did, here's what the cost will be for a Class
I from hitchmart.com:
$110  class I hitch
$25   light connector
$10   ball

You can look at my towing posts for more specs on my towing trip.

Good luck on your selection.