Mazda, traditionally known for its sports cars and rotary engines, has a long history with trucks, starting in 1931 with the Mazda-Go. The BT-50, launched in 2024, continues this line, succeeding the B series sold from 1961 to 2006.
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Originally based on the Ford Ranger, the current BT-50 uses the Isuzu D-Max platform, sharing components and the production facility in Thailand.
The 2025 version of the BT-50 received a facelift, with changes to the exterior design, such as updated headlights, a larger logo on the grille, and new alloy wheels.
Inside, the truck received a 9-inch multimedia center, more driver-focused technology like tire pressure monitoring, and a rough terrain mode. Wireless connectivity for Android Auto was added, along with safety upgrades like Traffic Assistant and improved front cameras.
Under the hood, the BT-50 offers two turbodiesel engine options: a 3.0-liter with 188 horsepower and a 1.9-liter with 148 horsepower, depending on the market. Versions vary between single, extended, and double cabins, and the vehicle can have either four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive.
Despite the updates and the large Mazda logo, the model is largely based on Isuzu engineering, highlighting the collaboration between the two brands.
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