2004 Mazda B4000 towing capacity
The 2004 Mazda B4000 is published in 4 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 3,120 to 3,320 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (3,320 lb) sits in light utility / small-trailer territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2004 Mazda B4000 with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base 4x4 Cab Plus 125.9 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.73 | 3,120 | 4,960 | 3,412 | 1,548 |
| DS 4x2 Cab Plus 4 125.9 in. WB | — | — | — | 3.55 | 3,320 | 4,920 | 3,676 | 1,244 |
| SE 4x4 Cab Plus 125.9 in. WB | — | — | — | 4.1 | 3,120 | 4,960 | 3,412 | 1,548 |
| SE 4x4 Cab Plus 4 125.9 in. WB | — | — | — | 4.1 | 3,120 | 4,960 | 3,676 | 1,284 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2003
The 2003 Mazda B4000 carried a maximum tow rating of 5,740 lb. The 2004 model is rated 2,420 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2003 Mazda B4000 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2004 Mazda models
The rest of Mazda's 2004 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2004 Mazda B Series CAB Plus | 5,760 |
| 2004 Mazda B Series | 5,760 |
| 2004 Mazda B4000 Cab Plus 2WD | 5,760 |
| 2004 Mazda B4000 Cab Plus 4WD | 5,580 |
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 3,500 |
| 2004 Mazda MPV | 3,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.