Mazda has confirmed specifications for its upcoming BT-50 ute, due in Australia in October 2020.

    The BT-50 will initially be available only as a dual-cab in both cab chassis and ute body styles, though Mazda will still offer the choice between manual and automatic transmissions and rear- and four-wheel drive.

    Three trim levels will be offered: XT, XTR and GT. Only the base XT will be available as a cab-chassis.

    As we already know, the third-generation BT-50 is based on the all-new Isuzu D-Max and shares its 3.0-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine. It produces 140kW of power and 450Nm of torque and is mated to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.

    Like the D-Max, the BT-50 has a massively longer list of safety equipment than before.

    All BT-50 and D-Max models come standard with autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning and rear cross-traffic alert, among other features.

    Models

    Mazda has yet to reveal pricing of the all-new BT-50. We’ll update this when it becomes available.

    The company has confirmed the 4×2 dual cab ute will be available only with an automatic transmission, though a manual is available elsewhere in the range including in the 4×4 ute.

    • 2020 Mazda BT-50 XT dual cab chassis 4×2
    • 2020 Mazda BT-50 XT dual cab ute 4×2
    • 2020 Mazda BT-50 XT dual cab chassis 4×4
    • 2020 Mazda BT-50 XTR dual cab ute 4×2
    • 2020 Mazda BT-50 XTR dual cab ute 4×4
    • 2020 Mazda BT-50 GT dual cab ute 4×4

    Engines

    All 2020 Mazda BT-50 models use a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine producing 140kW of power and 450Nm of torque. It’s mated to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.

    Four-wheel drive models feature switchable 2H, 4H, and 4L options plus a locking rear differential.

    All models feature a braked towing capacity of 3500kg and an unbraked capacity of 750kg. Payload ranges between 1055kg and 1106kg.

    Fuel Economy

    The 2020 Mazda BT-50 consumes 7.7L/100km on the combined cycle in the automatic-only 4×2 dual cab ute. The same figure applies to the manual 4×4 dual cab ute.

    4×2 dual cab chassis and 4×4 dual cab ute models consume 8.0L/100km when equipped with an automatic transmission.

    Safety

    The new BT-50 and the related D-Max have yet to be tested by ANCAP.

    All 2020 Mazda BT-50 models come standard with autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, turn assist, driver attention monitoring and anti-lock brakes. There are also front, side and curtain airbags, plus a driver’s knee airbag and a front-centre airbag.

    Automatic models also feature lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control.

    Standard Equipment

    The BT-50 XT comes standard with the following features:

    • 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay and DAB+ digital radio
    • 17-inch alloy wheels
    • LED headlights
    • Cloth upholstery
    • Carpeted floors
    • Air-conditioning
    • Power windows
    • Cruise control (manual models) or adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go (automatic models)
    • Reversing camera

    The XTR adds:

    • 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, DAB+ digital radio and satellite navigation
    • 18-inch alloy wheels
    • LED headlights with auto levelling
    • LED front fog lights and daytime running lights
    • Side steps
    • Dual-zone climate control
    • Rear air vents
    • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter
    • Auto-dimming interior mirror
    • Rear seat centre armrest
    • Power-folding exterior mirrors
    • Keyless entry

    The range-topping GT adds:

    • Brown leather upholstery
    • Eight-way power driver’s seat
    • Heated front seats
    • Remote engine start (automatic only)
    • Front parking sensors
    • Heated chrome exterior mirrors
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