Mazda Mazda6 towing capacity
Cross-year towing decision tools for the Mazda Mazda6. Use this page to find which years and configurations fit your trailer job; open a year page for an exact configuration Tow Check.
Figures reflect ratings currently represented in our dataset. Coverage can be partial for some years — confirm the door-jamb sticker and owner’s manual for any specific vehicle.
What are you trying to do?
Find a Mazda Mazda6 that can tow your trailer
Matches must clear the published trailer rating when known. Where payload exists, remaining payload must also stay non-negative after passengers, cargo and tongue weight.
Mazda Mazda6 towing history
Range chart of observed min–max towing ratings by year. Click a year to open its page.
Mazda Mazda6 towing capacity by year
Sorted newest-first below. Use the interactive tools above to filter by trailer weight or compare two years.
| Year | Minimum rating | Maximum rating | Max payload | Configurations | Explore |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,300 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 1,036 lbs | 6 | Open year |
| 2017 | 3,300 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 1,047 lbs | 3 | Open year |
| 2016 | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 1,047 lbs | 3 | Open year |
| 2015 | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 1,056 lbs | 3 | Open year |
| 2014 | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 1,056 lbs | 3 | Open year |
| 2013 | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 1,077 lbs | 5 | Open year |
| 2012 | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 1,071 lbs | 6 | Open year |
| 2011 | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs | 1,071 lbs | 6 | Open year |
| 2010 | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs | 1,091 lbs | 7 | Open year |
| 2009 | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs | 1,082 lbs | 7 | Open year |
| 2008 | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs | 1,206 lbs | 13 | Open year |
| 2007 | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs | 1,206 lbs | 16 | Open year |
| 2006 | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs | 1,319 lbs | 15 | Open year |
| 2005 | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs | 1,319 lbs | 10 | Open year |
| 2004 | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs | — | 5 | Open year |
| 2003 | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs | — | 2 | Open year |
Some years have partial catalog coverage — highest figures are the highest ratings currently represented in our dataset, not a claim of absolute manufacturer completeness.
Mazda Mazda6 towing capacity ranges (dataset)
Observed minimum and maximum trailer ratings in our dataset for each model year. Values remain available without JavaScript; the interactive chart above enhances this view.
- 20033,300 lbs · 2 configs
- 20043,300 lbs · 5 configs
- 20053,300 lbs · 10 configs
- 20063,300 lbs · 15 configs
- 20073,300 lbs · 16 configs
- 20083,300 lbs · 13 configs
- 20093,300 lbs · 7 configs
- 20103,300 lbs · 7 configs
- 20113,300 lbs · 6 configs
- 20123,500 lbs · 6 configs
- 20133,500 lbs · 5 configs
- 20143,500 lbs · 3 configs
- 20153,500 lbs · 3 configs
- 20163,500 lbs · 3 configs
- 20173,300 – 3,500 lbs · 3 configs
- 20213,300 – 3,500 lbs · 6 configs
Which Mazda Mazda6 years can tow my trailer?
Compare Mazda Mazda6 model years
| 2017 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Min towing | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs |
| Max towing | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Max payload | 1,047 lbs | 1,036 lbs |
| Configurations | 3 | 6 |
| Drivetrains | — | — |
| Cabs | — | — |
| Beds | — | — |
| Axles | 3.81, 4.11 | 3.81, 4.09 |
| Engines | 2.5 liters I-4 | 2.5 liters I-4 |
- 2021 and 2017 share the same highest dataset towing rating (3,500 lbs).
Coverage warning: one or both years have partial catalog coverage, so differences may reflect dataset gaps rather than true product changes.
Browse Mazda Mazda6 configurations
Showing 50 results (capped at 50).
- 2021 Grand2.5 liters I-4 · 4.09 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 970 lbsOpen year
- 2021 Grand2.5 liters I-4 · 4.09 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 970 lbsOpen year
- 2021 Touring2.5 liters I-4 · 3.81 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,036 lbsOpen year
- 2021 Carbon2.5 liters I-4 · 4.09 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 970 lbsOpen year
- 2021 Signature2.5 liters I-4 · 4.09 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 970 lbsOpen year
- 2021 Sport2.5 liters I-4 · 3.81 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,036 lbsOpen year
- 2017 Grand2.5 liters I-4 · 3.81 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,038 lbsOpen year
- 2017 Touring2.5 liters I-4 · 4.11 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,047 lbsOpen year
- 2017 Sport2.5 liters I-4 · 4.11 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,047 lbsOpen year
- 2016 i3.81 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,038 lbsOpen year
- 2016 i4.11 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,047 lbsOpen year
- 2016 i4.11 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,047 lbsOpen year
- 2015 i3.81 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,056 lbsOpen year
- 2015 i4.11 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,043 lbsOpen year
- 2015 i4.11 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,043 lbsOpen year
- 2014 i3.81 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,056 lbsOpen year
- 2014 i4.11 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,043 lbsOpen year
- 2014 i4.11 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,043 lbsOpen year
- 2013 i3.65 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,077 lbsOpen year
- 2013 i4.39 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,072 lbsOpen year
- 2013 i3.65 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,077 lbsOpen year
- 2013 i3.65 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,077 lbsOpen year
- 2013 s3.20 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 993 lbsOpen year
- 2012 i3.65 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,071 lbsOpen year
- 2012 i4.39 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,068 lbsOpen year
- 2012 i3.65 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,071 lbsOpen year
- 2012 i3.65 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,071 lbsOpen year
- 2012 s3.20 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,016 lbsOpen year
- 2012 s3.20 · Tow 3,500 lbs · Payload 1,016 lbsOpen year
- 2011 i3.65 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,071 lbsOpen year
- 2011 i4.39 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,068 lbsOpen year
- 2011 i3.65 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,071 lbsOpen year
- 2011 i3.65 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,071 lbsOpen year
- 2011 s3.20 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,016 lbsOpen year
- 2011 s3.20 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,016 lbsOpen year
- 2010 i4.39 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,091 lbsOpen year
- 2010 i4.39 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,082 lbsOpen year
- 2010 i4.39 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,082 lbsOpen year
- 2010 i4.39 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,082 lbsOpen year
- 2010 i4.39 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,091 lbsOpen year
- 2010 s3.33 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,043 lbsOpen year
- 2010 s3.33 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,043 lbsOpen year
- 2009 i4.39 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,082 lbsOpen year
- 2009 i4.39 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,082 lbsOpen year
- 2009 i4.39 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,082 lbsOpen year
- 2009 i4.39 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,082 lbsOpen year
- 2009 s3.33 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,043 lbsOpen year
- 2009 s3.33 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,043 lbsOpen year
- 2009 s3.33 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,043 lbsOpen year
- 2008 i3.86 · Tow 3,300 lbs · Payload 1,012 lbsOpen year
Mazda Mazda6 towing capacity by generation
Generation windows are reference metadata. Towing and payload figures are calculated only from years present in our dataset.
| Generation | Years (catalog) | Years in dataset | Towing range | Highest towing | Highest payload | Configs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 2020–2029 | 2021 | 3,300 – 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 1,036 lbs | 6 |
| 2010s | 2010–2019 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 | 3,300 – 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs | 1,091 lbs | 36 |
| 2000s | 2000–2009 | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | 3,300 lbs | 3,300 lbs | 1,319 lbs | 68 |
Mazda Mazda6 payload capacity by year
Payload includes passengers, cargo and trailer tongue weight. It is not the same limit as maximum trailer weight.
| Year | Minimum payload | Maximum payload | Configurations with payload data | Explore |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 970 lbs | 1,036 lbs | 6 | Open year |
| 2017 | 1,038 lbs | 1,047 lbs | 3 | Open year |
| 2016 | 1,038 lbs | 1,047 lbs | 3 | Open year |
| 2015 | 1,043 lbs | 1,056 lbs | 3 | Open year |
| 2014 | 1,043 lbs | 1,056 lbs | 3 | Open year |
| 2013 | 993 lbs | 1,077 lbs | 5 | Open year |
| 2012 | 1,016 lbs | 1,071 lbs | 6 | Open year |
| 2011 | 1,016 lbs | 1,071 lbs | 6 | Open year |
| 2010 | 1,043 lbs | 1,091 lbs | 7 | Open year |
| 2009 | 1,043 lbs | 1,082 lbs | 7 | Open year |
| 2008 | 1,012 lbs | 1,206 lbs | 13 | Open year |
| 2007 | 1,043 lbs | 1,206 lbs | 16 | Open year |
| 2006 | 934 lbs | 1,319 lbs | 15 | Open year |
| 2005 | 965 lbs | 1,319 lbs | 10 | Open year |
Some years have partial catalog coverage — highest figures are the highest ratings currently represented in our dataset, not a claim of absolute manufacturer completeness.
Towing capacity is not the only limit
The usable towing limit can be lower than the headline trailer rating. Depending on the vehicle and hitch, these limits can all matter:
- Max trailer weight — published towing capacity for a configuration
- Payload — people, cargo, equipment and tongue weight on the tow vehicle
- GVWR — gross vehicle weight rating
- GCWR — gross combined weight rating
- GAWR — axle ratings (front/rear)
- Hitch rating — hitch and receiver limits
- Tongue weight — typically a fraction of trailer weight, counted against payload
Check an exact Mazda Mazda6 configuration · Jump to year selection
All Mazda Mazda6 model years
Open a year page to pick your exact configuration and run Tow Check.
- 2021 · up to 3,500 lbs
- 2017 · up to 3,500 lbs
- 2016 · up to 3,500 lbs
- 2015 · up to 3,500 lbs
- 2014 · up to 3,500 lbs
- 2013 · up to 3,500 lbs
- 2012 · up to 3,500 lbs
- 2011 · up to 3,300 lbs
- 2010 · up to 3,300 lbs
- 2009 · up to 3,300 lbs
- 2008 · up to 3,300 lbs
- 2007 · up to 3,300 lbs
- 2006 · up to 3,300 lbs
- 2005 · up to 3,300 lbs
- 2004 · up to 3,300 lbs
- 2003 · up to 3,300 lbs
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