Last year, Mazda Philippines launched the BT-50 Pangolin Edition. For those unaware, it’s a tougher-looking version of the Mazda pickup truck made in collaboration with Katala Foundation.
This was done in order to raise awareness for the critically endangered Pangolin, aka scaly anteaters that are native to Palawan. That version however was only available with a 4x4 drivetrain combined with a six-speed automatic gearbox.
The Mazda BT-50 4x2 Pangolin Edition
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Exterior
With regards to exterior features, the BT-50 4x2 Pangolin Edition has some significant differences from the 4x4 trim that was released last year. For starters, it no longer has a large roof-mounted cargo basket.
However, it still comes with the black-colored sports bar, the aggressive-looking fender flares, as well as the beefy-looking set of 17-inch alloy wheels from Rota. Also, the Pangolin decal is smaller and is mounted on the tail section of the truck.
Remember that for the 4x4 version, the said decal was positioned mostly on the front door, and was significantly larger.
Note the smaller Pangolin decal
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Interior
Step inside the new BT-50 4x2 Pangolin editions and one will find an interior that’s identical to the BT-50, and the BT-50 4x4 Pangolin.
It features leather-clad seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a generous amount of space for up to five occupants.
The BT-50 4x2 Pangolin Edition's cockpit
For the driver, this model also provides an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, an analog gauge cluster, a digital trip computer, as well as a reverse camera. As with the standard 4x2, non-Pangolin trims, the new model also gets cruise control, which can be controlled via steering wheel-mounted controls.
Tech and Safety
In terms of on-board tech and safety equipment, the new BT-50 4x2 Pangolin variants come equipped with a seven-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-front airbags, anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, parking sensors, stability control, among others.
Engine
For its powerplant, the new 4x2 versions of the BT-50 Pangolin Edition use the smaller 2.2-liter inline-4 engine options available to the Mazda pickup truck model.
At most, the said engine can produce up to 148 horsepower and 375 Nm of torque. In contrast, the 4x4 version is propelled by a 3.2-liter five-cylinder engine that could make up to 200 horsepower and 470 Nm of torque.
The BT-50 4x2 Pangolin Edition uses a double-wishbone front suspension, and a leaf spring rear suspension
Now, unlike the earlier 4x4 variant, these are available with a six-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission, which sends power to the truck’s rear wheels.
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Pricing
The 2021 Mazda BT-50 4x2 Pangolin MT is priced at Php 1,350,000 while 4x2 Pangolin AT can be had for Php 1,395,000.
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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.
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