Class II Hitch Availability for 2016 Mazda CX-5

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I am looking for a 1 1/4inch Class 2 hitch for a 2016 Mazda CX-5 Mid-Year. The two options available are Curt C12080 and Draw Tite 36602. The Curt requires Stabilizing Strap for bike racks. Is the Draw Tite hitch stronger and more secure? Or is it simply just a warranty requirement for the Curt?

asked by: Eric

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Expert Reply:

It's a warranty situation for the Curt hitch. It's not that the Draw Tite is necessarily stronger than the Curt it's just that they approach the idea of carrying a non-supported load more cautiously than Draw Tite.

The only thing is that for your 2016.5 Mazda CX-5 there is only the Curt hitch part # C12170 that is confirmed as a fit so you would have to use the # 18050 with a bike rack. Realistically Draw Tite will eventually have a hitch fit for your vehicle, but at this time we are still waiting (March 2017).

I attached a link that has all of the hitches that are Class II and a fit for the 2016.5 CX-5. When Draw Tite has a hitch fit it will be at the link.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I did some research on the internet and found that some of the bolts may be behind plastic tabs on your 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The rear bumper may also have safety cables attached to the rear mud flaps. You will also have to remove a center…

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Answer 2

For your 2016 Mazda CX-5 or even the 2016.5 mid-year refresh model then you can use the following trailer hitches: #76138 (I recommend this hitch) #C13315 #C12170 I have linked a video showing an example installation of hitch #76138. If you plan on…

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Answer 3

Of all the 2-inch Class III hitches we offer for your 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 I recommend the Curt #13342. The installation process includes some drilling and all required hardware is included with the hitch. I have linked the written instructions…

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Answer 4

Both hitches share the same basic design and the same capacity, but I'd personally choose the Curt #13342 over the Draw-Tite #75376 because I feel that Curt does a better job with their powder coat finish. To realize the full capacity of the…

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Answer 5

You will not have to do any trimming or cutting on the bumper fascia to install the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, #13342, on your 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350, however, you will have to drill 2 holes through the trunk pan and do a little trimming on it…

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Answer 6

Yes, I checked with Draw Tite and the hitch part #76138 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 2017 Mazda CX-5. We have install pics for it on the 2016 model which it also fits, but haven't had the chance to install it on a 2017.

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Answer 7

None of the trailer hitches for the 2016 Mazda CX-5 require any cutting or trimming of the fascia. The instructions for the hitches are linked on their product pages for you to take a look at. For a hitch to use with a bike carrier I recommend going…

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Answer 8

Yes, the Draw Tite hitch part #76138 is a confirmed fit for your 2016.5 Mazda CX-5. This hitch actually fits both the early and late model 2016 CX-5 models.

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Answer 9

Bike racks that are used on a Class I trailer hitch receiver are only allowed up to 2 bikes. This is because the additional force from weight being extended out from the vehicle is too much leverage for the vehicle to handle and could cause damage to…

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Answer 10

We have everything you need to tow your small trailers with your 2016 Mazda CX-5. I have listed all of the parts that I recommend below. Class II Trailer Hitch - #C12170 4-Flat Wiring Harness - #118563 Adjustable Ball Mount - #MT70068 Hitch Ball -…

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Answer 11

There are two sizes and two classes of hitch offered for your 2015 Mazda CX-5. These are the 1-1/4-inch Class II type and the higher-capacity 2-inch Class III type, such as the Draw-Tite #76138. The linked page will show you all available hitches and…

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Answer 12

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76138 is an excellent option 2016 Mazda CX-5. In regards to installation, you will need to lower part of the exhaust but this is required for all trailer hitches for this vehicle. I know this may…

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