The local pickup truck segment will soon have a new challenger as Mazda is already preparing to unleash the next-generation BT-50. The Japanese automaker released a teaser image of its next-gen pickup truck, which is based on the Isuzu D-Max.
2021 Mazda BT-50: The more stylish Isuzu D-Max – First Look
The launch date of the new BT-50 has also been revealed as Mazda announced that “something huge is coming” on June 17.
Are you excited for the next-gen Mazda BT-50?
The teaser image of the next-gen BT-50 doesn’t reveal much but we already know that it is based on the 2020 Isuzu D-Max that debuted in Thailand last October 2019.
As a review, the partnership of these two Japanese automakers was announced in 2016. Mazda announced that it will team up with Isuzu to develop a new pickup truck that will replace the outgoing BT-50.
With that, the previous long term partnership of Mazda and Ford has also come to an end. In case you forgot, the outgoing BT-50 is based on the Ford Ranger.
The 2020 Isuzu D-Max looks ready to take on any terrain
The next-gen BT-50 will not only come with a new design but it will also feature a new chassis and powertrain. This is again because of its partnership with Isuzu.
As such, we are obviously expecting the Mazda BT-50 to debut with specs that are similar to the 2020 Isuzu D-Max. Having the same and shared platform, the BT-50 will most likely be equipped with the same 1.9-liter and 3.0-liter diesel engines that are fitted in the Isuzu D-Max.
The 1.9-liter diesel engine generates 150 hp and 350 Nm of torque while the 3.0-liter diesel engine produces 190 hp and 450 Nm.
The front end looks like the one on the CX-series. [Source: Kleber Silva]
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The chassis and powertrain of the next-gen BT-50 are expected to be similar to the D-Max. However, expect the BT-50 to come with a different design, especially on its exterior.
Mazda is known for its sharp-styling brought upon by its Kodo design language. The thing that gets us excited about this new BT-50 is to see how its fascia will look like.
Will we see similar design elements of the CX-5’s front end to the next-gen BT-50? We hope that the answer to that is yes.
It’s also interesting to see how the front end design of Mazda’s current crossover and SUV lineup looks like when it is integrated into a pickup truck such as the next-gen BT-50.
The next-gen Mazda BT-50 will make its world debut on June 17, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. PHT. Visit Philkotse.com to get updates on the next-gen Mazda BT-50.
Know more about Mazda BT-50 2024
The third-generation Mazda BT-50 2024 is the latest pickup truck offering from the Japanese marque. It still remains to be a body-on-frame model, and it is based on the third-generation Isuzu D-max.
For the Philippine market, the Mazda BT-50 for 2024 is available in three variants. These come with a price ranging from Php 1,390,000 to Php 1,908,000, with the BT-50 4x4 MT as the entry-level variant, and the BT-50 Pangolin Edition 2 4x4 AT as the top-spec variant.
Under the hood of the BT-50 is a 3.0-liter 4JJ3-TCX inline-4 turbodiesel engine. At maximum, it can produce up to 187 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque. Available transmissions include a six-speed automatic and a five-speed manual. For drivetrains, only the top-spec variant comes with 4x4.
Size-wise, the new BT-50 2024 Philipines is 5,280mm long, 1,870mm wide, and 1,800mm in height. It also has a wheelbase of 3,125mm.
Competing against the Mazda BT-50 in the Philippine market are the Toyota Hilux, Mitsubishi Strada, Isuzu D-Max, Nissan Navara, Ford Ranger, Maxus T60, etc.
Mazda BT-50 Launch
The newest Mazda BT-50 was launched for the Philippine market in November 2021. It replaces the older BT-50 which has been around locally since 2013. Other markets however received by new BT-50 earlier in 2019.
The new version of the BT-50 shares a platform with the Isuzu D-Max. And like the said model, the new BT-50 comes with a handful of improvements for its on-board tech, as well as its mechanical components.
Mazda BT-50 Exterior
While its roots are apparent in its general body shape, the third-gen BT-50 was provided with characteristics that are uniquely Mazda. For instance, it gets the hexagonal front grille, as well as a pair of sharp-looking LED headlamp clusters. These of course are also found on other Mazda models like the CX series of crossovers.
Exterior features include rain-sensing wipers, a set of 18-inch wheels, power-adjustable side mirrors with power fold, and roof rails for the top-spec 4x4 variant.
Size-wise, the BT-50 2024 Philippines comes with a length of 5,280mm, a width of 1,870mm, a height of 1,800mm, and a wheelbase length of 3,125mm.
Mazda BT-50 Interior
Like most trucks in the market today, the new BT-50 can comfortably seat up to five occupants. Its interior space, however, was designed to be more premium in look and feel. Furthermore, it also comes standard with a dual-zone automatic air-conditioning system, electronically adjustable front seats, leather seats, and many other niceties.
Technology & Safety Features
Safety-wise, the top-spec BT-50 4x4 comes with the Mazda I-Activsense suite of driver-assist technologies. This includes features like automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and rear-cross traffic alert, among others. It also gets 7 airbags at most, as well as the usual safety features like stability control, traction control, and anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, among others.
For entertainment, the top-spec 4x4 variant gets a 9-inch touchscreen headunit. Its connectivity options include Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It is then linked to an 8-piece speaker system. The other trims then have a seven-inch headunit with the same connectivity options, but it is linked to a six-piece speaker system.
Platform & Chassis
The BT-50 shares a platform with the Isuzu D-Max. As such, it also uses a ladder-frame chassis. For suspensions, the Mazda-branded truck uses a double-wishbone for the front and a leaf spring suspension for the rear. It then uses a ventilated front disc brake and a rear drum brake.
Engine & Drivetrain
Under the hood of the 2024 Mazda BT-50 is a 3.0-liter turbodiesel engine. At maximum, it can make up to 187 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque. For transmissions, it either gets a five-speed manual gearbox, or a six-speed automatic tranny with sequential shift.
The entry-level and mid-spec trims of the BT-50 use a 4x2 drivetrain. Only the top-spec variant comes with a 4x4 and a locking rear differential.
Mazda BT-50 Q&A
1. How much is the Mazda pickup BT-50 in the Philippines?
The price of Mazda BT-50 2024 in the Philippines ranges from P1,390,000 to P1,908,000.
2. Is the Mazda BT-50 reliable?
The Mazda BT-50 is generally considered a reliable pickup truck. It is built with high-quality materials, has a solid construction, and is equipped with durable components that can withstand tough driving conditions.
3. Is the Mazda BT-50 fuel efficient?
The Mazda BT-50 is generally considered to be a fuel-efficient pickup truck, especially compared to other similarly-sized vehicles in its class.
4. What engine is in the BT-50?
The Mazda BT-50 is available with either a 2.2-liter 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine or a 3.2-liter 5-cylinder turbo diesel engine.
5. Is the Mazda BT-50 automatic?
Yes, the Mazda BT-50 is available with an automatic transmission.
₱ 1,390,000 - ₱ 1,858,000
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