Mazda CX5 towing capacity by year
The Mazda CX5 has tow data across 6 model years, from 2013 through 2020. The most recent 2020 Mazda CX5 carries a maximum tow rating of 2,000 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Mazda CX5 page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
Mazda CX5 max tow rating, last 4 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Mazda CX5, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent Mazda CX5 years (2016–2020)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Mazda CX5 | 2 | 2,000 |
| 2019 Mazda CX5 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 2018 Mazda CX5 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 2017 Mazda CX5 | 1 | 2,000 |
Older Mazda CX5 years (2013–2015)
Earlier model years for the Mazda CX5, going back to 2013. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Mazda CX5 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 2013 Mazda CX5 | 1 | 2,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.