Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2005 Mazda 3

Updated 03/23/2017 | Published 03/22/2017

Products Featured in This Question

Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

(112)

$199.92

T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(214)

$72.77

Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1

(666)

$15.93

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs

(2619)

$17.03

2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs

(2619)

$17.30

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

(40)

$184.65

Question:

Ok. Im wanting a trailer hitch for my Mazda 3 and Ive figured out that there are 4 of them available. But the weird thing is 2 of them 44x15x7in and the other 2 are 34x8x9in. How can they be 10 inch different from each other and still fit. I dont know which one to order now. Can u please help me with this.

asked by: Brian

Expert Reply:

For your 2005 Mazda 3, I only have 2 confirmed fit options for you and they install in exacly the same spot. I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # 24816 over the Curt # C11386 simply because the Curt model requires a support strap # 18050 for any non-trailer load. Either hitch receiver is a custom fit and uses holes already in your frame for attaching, although the holes may need to be enlarged slightly.

If you will be towing with this hitch receiver, I recommend the Sportframe Drawbar 2-1/8" Rise or 2-3/4" Drop 2000 lb Kit # 3592. This will give you a 2-1/8 inch rise or a 2-3/4 inch drop. You will need a hitch ball like # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch option or # 19258 for a 2 inch option.

For wiring, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118420 that easily connects to your factory wiring behind each tail light.