Will The Curt Class 1 Hitch C98BR Fit 2023 Mazda 3 With Factory Aero Package?

Updated 11/17/2025 | Published 12/03/2024

Question:

Will this hitch fit my Hatchback with the factory aero package?

asked by: Joel D

Expert Reply:

Hello Joel, thanks for reaching out. Yes, the Curt Class 1 Hitch # C98BR will indeed fit your 2023 Mazda 3 Hatchback with the factory Aero package. I double checked with Curt and they confirm the # C98BR hitch to fit all models of the 2023 Mazda 3 Hatchback so this includes the Aero models.

expert reply by: Jesse M

Jesse M.

11/17/2025

Hey Joel, how did the Curt Class 1 hitch end up working on your Mazda 3 with the Aero package? Knowing how the fit turned out could help others with the same setup.

Joel C.

11/17/2025

@JesseM it worked out decent but took a fair amount of trimming on the rear lower valence. Earn people to be patient and use something to warm the plastic up. The cut will be a lot easier and cleaner if they do.

Jesse M.

11/17/2025

@JoelC Thanks, Joel. That’s great feedback. Sounds like patience definitely pays off on this one. Warming up the lower valence before trimming is a solid tip; that’s going to help a lot of folks get a cleaner finish on the cut. Appreciate you sharing what worked for you!