Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2016 Mazda CX-5

Updated 08/07/2025 | Published 07/08/2025

Question:

I am looking for a class 2 trailer hitch for a 2016 Mazda CX-5. I noticed that you have hitches for pre 2016.5 and 2016.5 model years. I think mine is pre 2016.5 and need to confirm, but I would like to know what the differences between the hitches are. What did Mazda do to warrant a different hitch? Thank you.

asked by: Bill

Expert Reply:

Hey Bill, so the easy solution I have for you is that the etrailer hitch part # e98902 fits both versions of the 2016 Mazda CX-5 so this would be a great solution you don't have to do any homework on to know it works. Also this hitch has great towing capacities and is mostly hidden so all around its a great solution.

expert reply by: Jameson C

Hitch for CX-5
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Jameson C.

8/7/2025

Hey Bill, did the etrailer hitch work out for your 2016 Mazda CX-5? I'm curious because it sounds like a great fit and could help others in a similar situation!