2018 Mazda Mazda3 towing capacity
The 2018 Mazda Mazda3 is published in 6 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 2,000 to 2,095 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (2,095 lb) sits in light utility / small-trailer territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2018 Mazda Mazda3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport 4dr Sedan | — | 155 | 150 | — | 2,000 | — | 2,899 | — |
| Sport 4dr Hatchback | — | 155 | 150 | — | 2,095 | — | 2,875 | — |
| Touring 4dr Sedan | — | 184 | 185 | — | 2,095 | — | 3,013 | — |
| Touring 4dr Hatchback | — | 184 | 185 | — | 2,095 | — | 3,046 | — |
| Grand Touring 4dr Sedan | — | 184 | 185 | — | 2,095 | — | 3,013 | — |
| Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback | — | 184 | 185 | — | 2,095 | — | 3,046 | — |
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 2015
The 2015 Mazda Mazda3 carried a maximum tow rating of 2,600 lb. The 2018 model is rated 505 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2015 Mazda Mazda3 page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2018 Mazda models
The rest of Mazda's 2018 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2018 Mazda CX 9 | 3,500 |
| 2018 Mazda CX9 | 3,500 |
| 2018 Mazda CX 3 | 2,000 |
| 2018 Mazda CX 5 | 2,000 |
| 2018 Mazda CX5 | 2,000 |
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.