Recommended Hitch for a 2021 Mazda CX-5
Question:
I am looking for a hitch for a 2021 Mazda CX-5. It will be primarily used for a cargo carrier I have from a previous vehicle but I would like the ability to tow a small uhaul trailer too.
asked by: Emily
Helpful Expert Reply:
To add a hitch to your 2021 Mazda CX-5, I recommend the etrailer Hitch item # e98902. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Mazda with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver so it will be great for accessories like your cargo carrier and have plenty of capacity for pulling a uhaul trailer.
I really like this hitch because the crosstube mounts behind the rear bumper cover completely concealing it. This leaves only the 2" receiver visible which not only helps with ground clearance but it looks better. I have attached a couple of pictures below along with an installation video so you can see what it looks like once installed.
To tow a trailer you will also need a wiring harness item # C56377 and a ball mount kit item # C45534.
I also recommend using the No-Drill Mount Bracket item # 18136 and the item # C42CR to secure the 4-way connector to your hitch. This will put it in an easy to reach spot and prevent the risk of it falling onto the road.
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Products Referenced in This Question
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 4 Round
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- Tow Ready
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Curt Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- One Ball
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- CURT
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- etrailer
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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