2025 Mazda CX-70 Towing Capacity

2025 Mazda CX-70 towing a classic car on a trailer 

The 2025 Mazda CX-70, a two-row midsize SUV that seats five passengers, is the perfect family holiday adventure vehicle. Not only does it offer generous passenger and cargo space, but owners can count on their CX-70 to handle any boat or luggage trailer towing tasks safely and easily. Read on as we take a look at the 2025 Mazda CX-70 towing capacity.

2025 Mazda CX-70 Towing Capacity

The 2025 Mazda CX-70 towing capacity is a maximum of 5,000 pounds when the CX-70 is equipped with the available Towing Mode, part of Mazda's Intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive) feature, and equipped with a Genuine Mazda hitch.

Towing Features

An available towing mode joins the standard drive modes of normal, sport, and off-road, which are fitted on the CX-70. Mazda's G-Vectoring Control is also standard in the CX-70 and assists by transferring torque to the front or rear axles, depending on steering inputs, helping keep the CX-70 stable in corners. Buyers of the latest 2025 Mazda CX-70 can opt for the available Trailer Hitch View as part of the 360° View Monitor that makes connecting your CX-70 to a trailer much easier.

Engine Specifications

The 2025 CX-70 features a mild hybrid powertrain comprising a turbocharged 3.3-liter inline-six gasoline engine with 48V Mild Hybrid (M-Boost) technology. A total of 280 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque is on offer in lower trim levels, while the high-output S trims offer an impressive 340 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque to enable the 2025 Mazda CX-70 towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds.

All 2025 CX-70 trim levels are fitted with an e-SKYACTIV-Drive 8-speed automatic transmission featuring a manual shift mode. Standard across all trims is the rear-biased i-ACTIV AWD all-wheel-drive system.

Mazda CX-70 Towing Capacity vs. the Competition

The 2025 Mazda CX-70 offers a competitive maximum towing capacity vs. the competition when also equipped with the necessary optional towing equipment, as shared in our handy table below.

Model

Towing Capacity

Mazda CX-70

5,000 pounds

Honda Pilot

5,000 pounds

Jeep Grand Cherokee          

6,200 pounds

Acura MDX

5,000 pounds

Lincoln Aviator

5,000 pounds

BMW X5

7,200 pounds

Towing Tips for Your Mazda CX-70

Safe towing, whether it's a small utility trailer or your family boat, is a priority, and knowing the Mazda CX-70 towing capacity can help. Owners should consider the towing tips below to ensure that passengers and cargo arrive at their destination safe and sound.

  • Always check that the trailer hitch is securely attached before departure.
  • The total trailer weight (TTW), gross combination weight rating (GCWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), trailer load, and trailer tongue load must not exceed prescribed limits.
  • Cargo loads should be evenly distributed so as not to place excessive weight on the tow hitch, and the load should be properly secured to avoid shifting in corners, which could have disastrous consequences.

Get Your Mazda CX-70 at Central Mazda

View and test drive the stylish and versatile 2025 CX-70 at Central Mazda in Plainfield, CT. Our team at Central Mazda will go out of their way to provide you with an amazing customer experience so that you can shop with confidence, knowing that the Mazda CX-70 towing capacity will fulfill your needs.