Highest Capacity Trailer Hitch for 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback

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I want to put a hitch on my 2018 3 hatchback. I would like to use the highest rated one that will fit.

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All of the hitches made for your 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback are rated the same, for 300-lbs of tongue weight (TW) and 2000-lbs towing capacity. But these are available in two receiver sizes, both 1-1/4-inch like # 24914 from Draw-Tite and # C11377 from Curt, and also 2-inch like the EcoHitch # 306-X7305 that you referenced in your question.

If you already own accessory bike and cargo carriers that fit one particular size hitch then you might a well stick with that same size for the hitch. But if you don't already own such items then I suggest going with the 1-1/4-inch Class I Draw-Tite # 24914 since it offers the easiest no-drill installation.

You can see the install process in the linked video and the included photo shows the clean appearance of this hitch once it is bolted on.

Many accessory bike and cargo carriers are designed to fit both hitch sizes, such as the Thule EasyFold platform bike rack # TH903202 and the Curt cargo carrier # C18110. If you are in need of such carriers I recommend these since they will be usable even on other future vehicles that might have the other hitch size.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

There are a pair of hitches which are a confirmed fit for your 2017 Mazda 3 hatchback, but unfortunately none of them are 2" hitches. The hitches which fit your vehicle are the Draw-Tite #24914 and Curt #C11377, each of which are Class I,…

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Answer 2

The tongue weight capacity of the EcoHitch #306-X7305 for a 2015 Mazda 3 is indeed 300 lbs. After we wrote the original product description, EcoHitch did further weight capacity testing on the #306-X7305 hitch and found that it had a higher tongue…

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Answer 3

Yes, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7305 is a fit for a 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback. It also has the larger 2" receiver tube opening so you'll have a much greater selection of hitch mounted accessories like bike racks and…

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Answer 4

Yes the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11377 you were looking at for your 2018 Mazda 3 will work just fine carrying a bike rack, as long as the weight of the rack and your bikes combined do not exceed the 200lb tongue weight rating of the hitch. Since…

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Answer 5

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…

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Answer 6

Motorcycle carriers are seemingly really convenient but the problem with them is that they require the vehicle to have a higher towing capacities due to the weight of the motorcycle and carriers. Typically it has to be a truck or a larger SUV to have…

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Answer 7

You are correct, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11377 has a maximum gross tongue weight of 200 lbs. Since you are already at 230 lbs this will not work for your needs. In addition to this, you were wanting to use a 1-1/4" to 2" adapter…

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Answer 8

The act of installing a hitch on the 2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring will not void the warranty because you are covered under the Magnuson–Moss warranty act which prohibits manufacturers from voiding a warranty for adding aftermarket parts unless that…

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Answer 9

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…

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Answer 10

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 11

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 12

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…

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