Mazda BT-50 2020– car dimensions: 5280 mm long, 1870 mm wide and 1810 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,015 kg. Braked towing is 3,500 kg.
The High Plus dual cab has a 9-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-zone climate control with rear vents, leather seats and an 8-way power driver’s seat. Adaptive cruise control is standard along with AEB, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning and a reverse camera with guidelines. Front and rear parking sensors help with manoeuvring.
The dual cab pickup tub measures 1571 mm long, 1120 mm between the wheel arches and 490 mm deep, with a bedliner fitted.
The 3.0-litre turbo-diesel dual cab High Plus is rated to tow 3500 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked. Payload is listed at 785 kg in some markets for this grade.
Leaf-spring rear suspension and a locking rear differential support work duties, with rough terrain mode available for tougher surfaces.
The dual cab cabin uses black leather seats. The driver gets 8-way power adjustment plus manual lumbar support. Dual-zone automatic climate control includes rear vents. A 9-inch touchscreen handles Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with an 8-speaker system. Tilt and telescopic leather steering wheel and auto-dimming mirror complete the setup. Space feels car-like with centre armrest and under-seat storage.
3.0-litre turbo-diesel with 76-litre tank
Claimed combined fuel use 7.7-8.0 L/100 km on 4x4 auto
Service every 10 000 km or 12 months
5-star ANCAP rating
7 airbags plus AEB, ACC, BSM, RCTA, LDWS standard
5-year or 100 000 km warranty
The 3.0-litre turbo-diesel pairs with a 6-speed automatic and part-time 4WD. Fuel tank holds 76 litres. Combined consumption sits at 7.7 L/100 km for some 4x2 and 8.0 L/100 km for 4x4 auto versions.
Scheduled service falls every 10 000 km or 12 months. Oil and filter changes form the core of each visit. Air and cabin filters follow at longer gaps.
ANCAP awards five stars from 2020-2022 testing shared with the related D-Max. Kit covers seven airbags, ABS, ESC, hill launch and descent control, multi-collision brake, plus AEB, adaptive cruise, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and lane departure warning.
Keep the vehicle by following the service schedule and checking tyre pressures often. The rigid body and electronic aids support long-term reliability under load or off-road use.
Length 5280 mm, Width 1870 mm, Height 1810 mm, Wheelbase 3125 mm (BT-50 2020-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mazda Malaysia BT-50 brochure/website, CarsGuide/CarExpert/Mazda newsroom, Mazda Australia brochure.