What Kind of Camper Can You Tow With Each 2026 Mazda SUV?

30 June 2026 Front noir driving

Towing a camper opens up a different kind of road trip, and the right tow vehicle makes all the difference between a relaxed weekend and a stressful one. Mazda’s 2026 SUV lineup covers a wide range of towing needs, from a light teardrop trailer behind a compact crossover to a family-size travel trailer behind a three-row SUV.

The key is matching your camper’s weight to the rated capacity of the vehicle. This guide walks through the 2026 Mazda SUVs set up to tow, what each one can pull, and the kind of camper that fits each rating. Always check your camper’s loaded weight against the vehicle’s rating before you hitch up.

2026 Mazda SUV Towing Capacities at a Glance

Model	Maximum Towing	Good For
2026 Mazda CX-5	1,500 lbs (680 kg)	Teardrop campers, small utility trailers
2026 Mazda CX-70 PHEV	3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)	Pop-up and small travel trailers
2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV	3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)	Pop-up and small travel trailers
2026 Mazda CX-90 MHEV (GS)	3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)	Pop-up and small travel trailers
2026 Mazda CX-70 MHEV	5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)	Mid-size travel trailers
2026 Mazda CX-90 MHEV (GS-L and up)	5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)	Mid-size travel trailers

The 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) ratings apply when the vehicle is equipped with Mazda Genuine Towing Accessories.

Light and Easy: The 2026 CX-5

The compact CX-5 is rated to tow 1,500 lbs (680 kg). That makes it a good partner for the lightest end of the camping world.

Most teardrop campers, which keep weight low and aerodynamics tight
Small single-axle utility trailers for bikes, kayaks and camping gear
Lightweight cargo trailers for a weekend away

The CX-5 pairs its 2.5L engine with standard i-Activ all-wheel drive and an Off-Road setting in Mi-Drive, which helps when a campsite access road turns to gravel or grass. Its rearview camera includes a tow hitch guide to make hooking up easier.

Stepping Up: CX-70 PHEV, CX-90 PHEV and CX-90 MHEV GS

When properly equipped with Mazda Genuine Towing Accessories, the CX-70 PHEV, every CX-90 PHEV, and the CX-90 MHEV in GS trim each tow up to 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg). That opens the door to a broader range of campers:

Pop-up tent trailers, which fold down for towing and expand at the campsite
Small hard-side travel trailers, depending on loaded weight
Compact hybrid trailers that mix a hard shell with fold-out sleeping areas

The plug-in hybrid CX-70 and CX-90 add electric-only driving for the trip to and from the trailhead, then call on the gasoline engine for the towing itself.

Maximum Pull: CX-70 MHEV and CX-90 MHEV GS-L and Up

For the heaviest campers in the Mazda lineup, the CX-70 MHEV and the CX-90 MHEV in GS-L trim and above tow up to 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) when equipped with Mazda Genuine Towing Accessories. On the CX-90 MHEV, the GS-L trim adds Towing mode to Mi-Drive, along with a Trailer Hitch View to help line up the hitch. The 3.3L turbocharged inline-six gives these SUVs the low-end pulling power for a confident climb up a grade.

A 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) rating suits mid-size travel trailers, many double-axle trailers, and family campers with a dry weight that leaves room for water, gear and supplies.

Matching Your Camper to the Right Mazda

Start with your camper’s loaded weight, not its empty dry weight, since water, propane, batteries and gear add up quickly. A teardrop or small utility trailer fits the CX-5. A pop-up or compact travel trailer suits the 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg) models. A mid-size travel trailer calls for a 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) setup like the CX-70 MHEV or a CX-90 MHEV GS-L. Leaving a margin between your trailer’s weight and the rating keeps braking, handling and engine temperatures in a comfortable range over a long drive.

Find Your Towing Match at Planète Mazda

Planning your next camping season? Talk to the team at Planète Mazda in Mirabel about the 2026 Mazda SUV that fits your trailer, and book a test drive to get a feel for it with towing in mind.