Mazda CX-50 Towing Capacity by Year (2023–2026)
The 2026 Mazda CX-50 tows up to 3,500 lb. Pick a year for every engine, cab and axle ratio.
Ratings on this page last changed .
Shop Class II hitches for the CX-50 →Sponsored link
3,500lb trailer
SKYACTIV-G 2.5 With Twin Scroll Turbocharger With I-Stop, AWD
- GCWR
- —
- Hitch
- Class II
- Years
- 1
Maximum towing capacity by model year
| Year | Max trailer (lb) | Configuration that achieves it |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3,5002026 Mazda CX-50 Spec Deck, p. 4 · 20 Sep 2026 | SKYACTIV-G 2.5 With Twin Scroll Turbocharger With I-Stop, AWD |
No manufacturer ratings published on this site yet for 2023, 2024, 2025.
All 3 2026 configurations · or open the 2026 page
| Engine | Drive | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | GVWR (lb) | Hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKYACTIV-G 2.5 With Twin Scroll Turbocharger With I-Stop | AWD | — | 3,5002026 Mazda CX-50 Spec Deck, p. 4 · 20 Sep 2026 | 4,976 | Class II |
| SKYACTIV-G 2.5 DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder Engine With Cylinder Deactivation | AWD | — | 2,0002026 Mazda CX-50 Spec Deck, p. 4 · 20 Sep 2026 | 4,861 | Class I |
| 2.5 4-Cylinder Hybrid Engine | AWD | — | 1,5002026 Mazda CX-50 Spec Deck, p. 4 · 20 Sep 2026 | 5,135 | Class I |
Safety: Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle. Your vehicle's certification label (driver's door jamb) and owner's manual override this site.
Can the 2026 Mazda CX-50 tow it?
Enter the loaded trailer weight. Tongue weight is assumed at 13% for the payload check; passengers and cargo are not included — use the full calculator for those.
Enter a trailer weight to see whether it is within every published limit for the configuration you pick.
Towing setup for the 2026 Mazda CX-50
What to fit, in order · sized to its 3,500 lb rating
This page contains sponsored product links. If you buy through them we may earn a commission at no cost to you. How this works.
- See options on Amazon →
Class II receiver hitchEssential
2026 Mazda CX-50 is rated to 3,500 lb, which falls in Class II (up to 3,500 lb).
- See options on Amazon →
Ball mountEssential
Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.
- See options on Amazon →
7-pin wiring harnessEssential
A 7-pin connector carries the brake-controller output and 12V charge line.
- See options on Amazon →
Trailer brake controllerHeavier trailers
Trailers over about 1,500 lb need their own brakes in most US states; thresholds vary by state.
Links open a search filtered to this vehicle. Confirm fit with the seller before buying; the manufacturer's rating and your door-jamb label still set the limit.
Frequently asked
- How much can a 2026 Mazda CX-50 tow?
- The 2026 Mazda CX-50 tows up to 3,500 lb when equipped as SKYACTIV-G 2.5 With Twin Scroll Turbocharger With I-Stop, AWD (2026 Mazda CX-50 Spec Deck, page 4, retrieved 20 Sep 2026).
- How much can a 2026 Mazda CX-50 with the SKYACTIV-G 2.5 With Twin Scroll Turbocharger With I-Stop tow?
- Up to 3,500 lb, as SKYACTIV-G 2.5 With Twin Scroll Turbocharger With I-Stop, AWD. Every listed configuration with this engine is rated the same.
- How much can a 2026 Mazda CX-50 with the SKYACTIV-G 2.5 DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder Engine With Cylinder Deactivation tow?
- Up to 2,000 lb, as SKYACTIV-G 2.5 DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder Engine With Cylinder Deactivation, AWD. Every listed configuration with this engine is rated the same.
- How much can a 2026 Mazda CX-50 with the 2.5 4-Cylinder Hybrid Engine tow?
- Up to 1,500 lb, as 2.5 4-Cylinder Hybrid Engine, AWD. Every listed configuration with this engine is rated the same.
- Can a 2026 Mazda CX-50 tow 2,000 lb?
- Only in some configurations. 2 of the 3 listed for 2026 are rated at or above 2,000 lb; the lowest that qualifies is 2,000 lb as SKYACTIV-G 2.5 DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder Engine With Cylinder Deactivation, AWD. The rest are rated below it, so the configuration decides.
- Which 2026 Mazda CX-50 configurations can tow 2,000 lb?
- 2 of the 3 listed for 2026 are rated at or above 2,000 lb, the highest being SKYACTIV-G 2.5 With Twin Scroll Turbocharger With I-Stop, AWD at 3,500 lb. By engine, that is the SKYACTIV-G 2.5 With Twin Scroll Turbocharger With I-Stop at up to 3,500 lb, the SKYACTIV-G 2.5 DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder Engine With Cylinder Deactivation at up to 2,000 lb. Cab, drive and axle ratio decide the rest, so check the row that matches your vehicle.
- Which CX-50 configuration tows the most?
- For 2026, the highest manufacturer rating is 3,500 lb for the SKYACTIV-G 2.5 With Twin Scroll Turbocharger With I-Stop, AWD. Other engines, axle ratios and cab/drive combinations are rated lower; see the per-year table.
- What hitch class does the CX-50 need?
- A 3,500 lb rating falls in Class II. Lower-rated configurations may need a lower class; the class never raises the vehicle's own rating.
- Do these ratings apply to my truck?
- Only if your vehicle matches the configuration in the row, including the axle ratio and tow package. Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle; the certification label on the driver's door jamb and the owner's manual override this site.