The Mazda CX-30 was introduced to the Mazda lineup as a subcompact crossover SUV in 2020 and remains in Mazda’s lineup today. Mazda vehicles are known for their unique styling and the CX-30 also has the features consumers expect from today’s SUVs, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a Mazda CX-30?
The Mazda CX-30 has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs across all years and trim levels.
There’s a bit more to know about Mazda CX-30 towing which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
2022 Mazda CX-30 Towing Capacity
As we covered earlier, the Mazda CX-30 can tow a maximum of 1,500 lbs across all model years, engine sizes, and trim levels.
| CX-30 Trim Level | Engine | Axle Ratio | Horsepower | Torque | Towing Capacity |
| CX-30 2.5 | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Select | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Preferred | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Carbon Edition | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Premium | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| 2.5 Turbo | 2.5L Turbo | 3.85 | 250 hp | 320 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium | 2.5L Turbo | 3.85 | 250 hp | 320 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus | 2.5L Turbo | 3.85 | 250 hp | 320 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
Mazda CX-30 Braked Vs. Unbraked Towing Capacity
All vehicles have different towing capacities based on whether or not you’re towing a trailer that has trailer brakes installed.
Trailer brakes allow the trailer to stop faster than if only the vehicle is using its brakes, allowing the vehicle to tow more weight, so braked towing capacity will always be higher than unbraked towing capacity.
Mazda CX-30 Braked Towing Capacity: 1,500 lbs.
Mazda CX-30 Unbraked Towing Capacity: 1,000 lbs.
Mazda CX-30 Towing Capacity Factors
Because the Mazda CX-30 offers the max towing capacity on all trim levels, you don’t need to worry about engine specs or different towing packages based on what version of the model you have.
Mazda CX-30 Engine Specs
The non-turbo trim levels of the Mazda CX-30 (the CX-30 2.5 S, Select, Preferred, Carbon Edition, and Premium) have a 2.5 Liter I4 engine .
This engine offers a max 186 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft of torque along with an automatic transmission.
The turbo trim levels of the Mazda CX-30 (the 2.5 Turbo, 2.5 Turbo Premium, and 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus) have a 2.5 Liter Turbo I4 engine.
The CX-30 turbo engine offers a max 250 horsepower and 320 lb.-ft of torque with an automatic transmission.
Mazda CX-30 Tow Packages
Does The Mazda CX-30 Have A Trailer Hitch?
The CX-30 doesn’t automatically come with a tow hitch installed, so you’ll need to select an option when ordering one, or install one yourself after taking delivery.
Mazda says in the owner’s manual that the CX-30 is not designed for towing, so they don’t offer an option to have a towing hitch installed at the factory.
Mazda CX-30 Towing: What Do I Need?
If you plan on towing anything with your CX-30, you’ll need a tow hitch and wiring harness.
Depending on what you’re towing, you’re going to need a ball mount (aka a trailer ball hitch) so you can attach items for towing.
Make sure to get the right trailer ball size that matches your hitch and trailer.
Mazda CX-30 Tow Hitch
Trailer hitches come in different hitch classes, which are rated for different vehicle sizes and weight limits.
The Mazda CX-30 will fit a Class 1 hitch.
Here’s a great option for a Mazda CX-30 trailer hitch:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. With a strong, welded steel build, this class 1 hitch is rated for 2,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 200 lbs. tongue weight (limited to lowest-rated towing component)
- HIGHLY VERSATILE. Add useful, versatile towing options to your vehicle with this class 1 trailer hitch. It provides a standard 1-1/4-inch x 1-1/4-inch receiver hitch, allowing you to tow a small trailer or mount a cargo carrier or bike rack
- DUAL-COAT FINISH. For industry-leading rust, chip and UV resistance inside and out, this aftermarket tow hitch kit is submersed in a liquid A-coat and co-cured with a durable black powder coat finish
- EASY INSTALLATION. This class 1 hitch is designed to factory fit select model years of the Mazda CX-30
- TESTED FOR SAFETY. Each CURT class 1 trailer hitch design is thoroughly tested, using real vehicles in real-world conditions. Our hitches are tested to SAE J684 specifications for safety on the road ahead
Here’s a great ball mount option so you can hook up different types of trailers for towing with your CX-30:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. Rated to tow 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight, this ball hitch offers dependability for your towing setup (weight capacity may change if trailer ball is removed)
- VERSATILE USE. This trailer hitch ball mount comes with a 1-1/4-inch shank to fit virtually any industry-standard 1-1/4-inch receiver. The ball mount has a 3-1/4-inch drop, 2-inch diameter ball, 1/2-inch hitch pin hole and 7-1/4-inch overall length
- READY TO TOW. Hitching up your trailer is easy with this ready-to-use trailer hitch ball mount. It comes with a pre-attached tow ball for ready coupling and a trailer hitch pin to securely mount onto your hitch receiver
- CORROSION-RESISTANT. For long-lasting use, this ball hitch is protected with a durable black powder coat finish, and the trailer ball has a polished chrome plating. These finishes resist damage from rain, dirt, road salt and other corrosive threats
- EASY TO INSTALL. To install the trailer hitch ball mount on your vehicle, simply insert the shank into your vehicle's 1-1/4-inch hitch receiver. The rounded shank makes installation easy
Mazda CX-30 Tow Hitch Installation
If you’re considering having a tow hitch added to your CX-30, expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed (excluding the cost of the tow hitch and wiring harness).
If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.
Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.
Here’s a great video walkthrough on a Mazda CX-30 trailer hitch installation:
Hitch Receiver Vs Rear Step Bumper Towing
Some vehicles allow for bumper towing, which means you can mount a tow hitch ball directly on the bumper instead of installing a tow hitch to the vehicle’s frame.
Can I Bumper Tow With Mazda CX-30?
The Mazda CX-30 does not allow for bumper towing, so you’ll need to use a frame-mounted hitch.
How Do I Know If My Mazda CX-30 Has A Tow Package?
You can start by looking under the rear bumper of your CX-30 to see if you see a trailer hitch or trailer ball.
That will give you a good indication of if you have a tow hitch already installed on your CX-30.
Calling the dealer or looking up your vehicle by VIN won’t help in this case because Mazda does not install towing hitches on the CX-30 at the factory.
2021 Mazda CX-30 Towing Capacity
The 2021 Mazda CX-30 had the same engine options as the 2022 CX-30 trim levels, so the towing capacities are the same.
| CX-30 Trim Level | Engine | Axle Ratio | Horsepower | Torque | Towing Capacity |
| CX-30 2.5 | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Select | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Preferred | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Carbon Edition | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Premium | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| 2.5 Turbo | 2.5L Turbo | 3.85 | 250 hp | 320 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium | 2.5L Turbo | 3.85 | 250 hp | 320 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus | 2.5L Turbo | 3.85 | 250 hp | 320 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
2020 Mazda CX-30 Towing Capacity
The 2020 Mazda CX-30 had the same engine options as the 2021 and 2022 CX-30 trim levels, so the towing capacities are the same.
| CX-30 Trim Level | Engine | Axle Ratio | Horsepower | Torque | Towing Capacity |
| CX-30 2.5 | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Select | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Preferred | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Carbon Edition | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| Premium | 2.5L | 3.85 | 186 hp | 186 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| 2.5 Turbo | 2.5L Turbo | 3.85 | 250 hp | 320 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium | 2.5L Turbo | 3.85 | 250 hp | 320 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus | 2.5L Turbo | 3.85 | 250 hp | 320 lb-ft | 1,500 lbs / 680 kg |
