2021 Mazda BT-50 model range announced
The 2021 Mazda BT-50 range has been announced, with three trim levels available in a combination of drivelines and bodies, headed-up by the dual-cab range initially.
Buyers of the new BT-50, co-developed alongside the recently-launched Isuzu D-Max range, will be able to choose between the entry-level XT, the sportier XTR, or the range-topping GT.
All models are available with a style-side tub – referred to by Mazda as a 'pickup' body – while the more fleet-focussed XT also offers a dual-cab chassis option, allowing a tray or box to be fitted.
Late 2020 will see the BT-50 range gain space-cab variants – to be referred to as the 'freestyle' body by Mazda, with rear hinged back doors allowing easier access to the rear seats – while a single-cab body is expected in early 2021.
The XT cab chassis also gets heavy-duty leaf springs on the live (rigid) rear axle, bumping payload capacities up (see table below).
Rear-wheel drive models are available in XT and XTR specification with the flagship GT grade exclusively available with four-wheel drive.
All Mazda BT-50 models are powered by a 3.0-litre turbo diesel four-cylinder producing 140kW/450Nm, with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic available across the 4x4 range.
Those opting for the 4x2 models are available only automatic transmission.
Fuel consumption for the new BT-50 ranges from a claimed 7.7 litres per 100 kilometres combined in the automatic RWD pickup and manual 4WD pickup, and up to 8.0L/100km in the cab chassis and automatic 4WD pickup bodies.
Measure | XT Dual Cab Chassis 4x2 | XT Dual Cab Pickup 4x2 | XTR Dual Cab Pickup 4x2 | XT Dual Cab Chassis 4x4 | XT Dual Cab Pickup 4x4 | XTR Dual Cab Pickup 4x4 | GT Dual Cab Pickup 4x4 |
Braked Towing (kg) | 3,500 | 3,500 | 3,500 | 3,500 | 3,500 | 3,500 | 3,500 |
Unbraked Towing (kg) | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750 |
Payload (kg) | 1,081 | 1,075 | 1,055 | 1,106 (m) 1,096 (a) | 1,095 (m) 1,090 (a) | 1,080 (m) 1,070 (a) | 1,075 (m) 1,065 (a) |
Approach Angle (degrees) | 29.6 | 30 | 30.4 | 29.6 | 30 | 30.4 | 30.4 |
Departure Angle (degrees) | 25.3 | 23.9 | 24.2 | 25.3 | 23.9 | 24.2 | 24.2 |
Rampover Angle (degrees) | 23.9 | 23.3 | 23.8 | 23.9 | 23.3 | 23.8 | 23.8 |
Wading Depth (mm) | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 |
Ground clearance (mm) | 235 | 240 | 240 | 235 | 240 | 240 | 240 |
Mazda BT-50 XT
Key features:
17-inch alloy wheels
LED Headlamps with manual levelling
Power-adjustable body-coloured exterior mirrors
Black cloth seat trim
Air-conditioning
Power windows
Carpeted floors
Cruise Control (manual transmission)
Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go (automatic transmission)
7.0-inch full-colour infotainment touchscreen
Apple CarPlay (wireless and USB) and Android Auto (USB)
Bluetooth hands-free telephone and audio capability
DAB+ digital radio
Reverse camera
Rear-seat USB charging point (Dual Cab Chassis and Pickup)
Airbags SRS (driver, front passenger, side, curtain, driver’s knee and driver’s far- side)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Attention Assist
Automatic High Beam (AHB)
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK) – Overtaking
Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
Hill Descent Control (HDC)
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP)
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) (automatic transmission only)
Locking Rear Differential (LRD) – switchable on/off (4x4 models)
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Roll Over Protection (ROP)
Secondary Collision Reduction
Speed Assist System
Traction Control System (TCS)
Turn Assist
Steel spare wheel
Mazda BT-50 XTR
In addition to the XT, the XTR adds:
18-inch alloy wheels
Exterior mirrors with power folding function
LED Headlamps with auto levelling
LED front fog lamps
Side steps
LED signature daytime running lamps
Dual-zone climate control air-conditioning with rear vents
Leather wrapped steering wheel and gear knob
Auto-dimming interior mirror
Rear seat with centre armrest
9.0-inch full-colour infotainment touchscreen
Satellite navigation
Advanced keyless entry
Alloy spare wheel
Mazda BT-50 GT
In addition to the XTR, the GT adds:
Chrome exterior mirrors with heating function
Brown leather seat trim
Driver’s seat with eight-way power adjustment
Heated front seats
Remote engine start (automatic transmission)
Front parking sensors