Can 2018 Mazda CX-5 Tow Smaller Rental Trailer

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Question:

Can I tow the Uhaul 6x12 trailer with this hitch on my 2018 Mazda CX5?

asked by: Usman

Expert Reply:

With the Curt hitch part #C12170 installed on your 2018 Mazda CX-5 you could tow a smaller rental trailer like you referenced. It would be just a matter of staying under the weight capacity of the hitch and the vehicle which you'd need to verify in the owner's manual.

For trailer wiring you'd want the part # 118746 which is a confirmed fit and our most reliable option.

Since you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

expert reply by: Jameson C