Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity (2013 - 2023)

Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Overview

The Mazda CX-5 towing capacity ranges between 2,000 lbs. and 3,500 lbs across various years and trims.

For instance, the 2023 Mazda CX-5 has a minimum towing capacity of 2,000 lbs, while the 2019 Mazda CX-5 has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.

Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Mazda CX-5.

The table below shows a sampling of the towing capacities for the Mazda CX-5.

Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.

Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Year	Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
2023	2.5 S	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2023	2.5 S Carbon Edition	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2022	2.5 S	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2022	2.5 S Carbon Edition	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2021	Carbon Edition	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2021	Carbon Edition	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
2020	Grand Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2020	Grand Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2019	Grand Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2019	Grand Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2018	GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2018	GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2017	Grand Select	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 185 ft/lbs
2017	Grand Select	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 185 ft/lbs
2016	GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
2016	GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
2015	GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
2015	GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
2014	GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
2014	GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
2013	GT	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
2013	GT	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs

Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.

All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

2023 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

The 2023 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2023 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
2.5 S	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5 S Carbon Edition	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5 S Preferred Package	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5 S Premium Package	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5 S Premium Plus Package	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5 S Select Package	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
2.5 Signature	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs

2022 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

The 2022 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2022 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
2.5 S	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5 S Carbon Edition	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5 S Preferred Package	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5 S Premium Package	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5 S Premium Plus Package	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5 S Select Package	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
2.5	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
2.5 Signature	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs

2021 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

The 2021 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2021 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
Carbon Edition	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Carbon Edition	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
Carbon Edition	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Carbon Edition	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
GT Reserve	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
Signature	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs

2020 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

The 2020 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2020 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
Grand Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Grand Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Grand Touring Reserve	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
Signature	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
GT Reserve	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs

2019 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2019 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is between 2,000 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2019 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
Grand Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Grand Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Grand Touring Reserve	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
Signature	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs
Signature	3,500 lbs	2.2L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	168 HP / 290 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
GT Reserve	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	227 HP / 310 ft/lbs

2018 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

The 2018 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2018 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 186 ft/lbs

2017 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2017 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
Grand Select	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Grand Select	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 185 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 185 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	187 HP / 185 ft/lbs

2016 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

The 2016 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2016 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs

2015 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

The 2015 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2015 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
Sport 2.5L	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs

2014 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

The 2014 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2014 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.5L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 185 ft/lbs

2013 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity Data

The 2013 Mazda CX-5 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2013 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacities

Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
GT	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
GT	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Manual	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
Sport	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs
Touring	2,000 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift	155 HP / 150 ft/lbs