When is the Mid-Year Cutoff for a 2016 Mazda CX-5

Question

Question:

My CX 5 has a Production date of 5/16. Would that be considered a prior to mid year? Thank you.

asked by: Ron

1

Helpful Expert Reply:

If your 2016 Mazda CX-5 was made on May, 16th 2016 then you have a 2016.5 mid-year model as the cutoff date for prior mid-year models was April 1st, 2016. However, none of that matters when choosing a trailer hitch for your CX-5 as the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13315 will fit both.

I have attached an install video for you as well.

expert reply by: Conner L

1

Answer 1

I can definitely help set you up. You are correct in that the fitment is different for the sedan and hatchback models. For your 2016 Mazda 3 sedan I recommend the Draw Tite Class 1 #24912. I prefer this hitch over the others we offer mainly because…

view full answer...

Answer 2

The great news is that it really doesn't matter...our hitches like the etrailer part #e98902 fit both the mid year update as well as the original version of the 2016 Mazda CX-5. The only way to determine which version you have would be to give…

view full answer...

Answer 3

I do see the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13315 fits all the Mazda CX-5's excluding diesel models from 2013 to the current 2024 model year. We do have the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76138 which does use a different mounting…

view full answer...

Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

view full answer...

Answer 5

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

view full answer...

Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

view full answer...

Answer 7

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

view full answer...

Answer 8

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

view full answer...

Answer 9

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

view full answer...

Answer 10

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

view full answer...

Answer 11

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

view full answer...

Answer 12

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

view full answer...

When is the Mid-Year Cutoff for a 2016 Mazda CX-5

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Featured Help Information

Instructions

Miscellaneous Media

Continue Researching