How Much Ground Clearance Will Be Lost When Installing The Curt Hitch C74MJ On 2024 Mazda CX-90?
Updated 09/02/2025 | Published 08/01/2025
Question:
Hi. How much will this trailer hitch lower the ground clearance of the car?
asked by: Kent
Expert Reply:
Hi Kent!
Installing the Curt Hitch # C74MJ on your 2024 Mazda CX-90 doesn't actually look like it will lower your ground clearance at all. The measurement from the ground to the inside top of the receiver will be 16" and with the hitch being a 2" receiver, the bottom would be right at 14" (probably closer to 13-3/4"). The lowest part of your vehicle is 8", so you won't be changing that with the install. If you look at the picture I included, you can see what I mean.
What are you planning on using this hitch for?
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CURT Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 5500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 550 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Lazer S.
9/2/2025
Hi Kent, Did you get a chance to install the Curt Hitch on your Mazda? How did it work out for your plans? I'm asking because your experience could help others considering the same setup.