

Max Davies
2026 Mazda BT-50 review
Pros
- Improved performance over the 1.9L
- Solid road manners
- Undeniably strong as a runabout
Cons
- Still dearer than D-Max
- Still a little sluggish
- Still pricey to own over rivals
2 Months Ago
The new Mazda BT-50 is a Pickup. Available in Australia from $23,295 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the DX variant and topping out at $47,630 for the SDX.
There are 3 variants of the BT-50 available in Australia.
Engine options include 2.5L turbo diesel common rail (105kW/330Nm), 3L turbo diesel common rail (115kW/380Nm) and 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (115kW/380Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmissions. Both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2008 BT-50 is offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
5-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Utility
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
Transmission
5-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Utility
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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The Mazda BT-50 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being DX+ and the most expensive being SDX.


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2 Months Ago
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,841 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,715 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,985 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,000 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,449 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Mazda BT-50 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.




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Mazda BT-50
The cheapest Mazda BT-50 is the DX that starts from $23,295.
See all Mazda BT-50 PricingThe most expensive Mazda BT-50 is the SDX that starts from $47,630.
See all Mazda BT-50 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mazda BT-50 is 3000 kg offered by the following variants: DX+, DX and SDX.
See all Mazda BT-50 towing capacityThe largest Mazda BT-50 is the SDX which measures 1807mm wide, 5169mm in length and sits 1762mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda BT-50 is the SDX which has 115kW of power from its 3L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.
The Mazda BT-50 is built in Thailand and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda BT-50 is the SDX which weighs 3083 kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda BT-50 uses Diesel.
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