Bangkok 2024: Mazda BT-50 facelift – 1.9L and 3.0L turbocharged diesel variants, priced from RM97,363 in Thailand
2024 Mazda BT-50 The facelift went on sale in Thailand last month and it was also displayed at the recent 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show, from which we were able to get a first-hand look at the updated pickup truck.
Launched in Malaysia by the end of 2021BT-50 is based on Third generation Isuzu D-Maxand so it continues to be so for its upgrade.
Engine options for Thailand are the RZ4E-TC 1,898 cc four-cylinder diesel engine producing 150 horsepower at 3,600 rpm and 350 Nm of torque from 1,800 to 2,600 rpm and the 4JJ3-TCX 2,999 cc four-cylinder diesel produces 190 horsepower at 3,600 rpm and 450 Nm from 1,600 to 2,600 rpm. Both the 1.9L and 3.0L engines can be combined with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission.
The example shown at BIMS 2024 is the 3.0 S Hi-Racer 6AT double cab; The 1.9L engine variant for the BT-50 facelift in Thailand is only offered with a 6-speed manual transmission. Based on Headlight magazineThe BT-50 facelift in Thailand has a starting price of 752,000 baht (RM97,360) for the 1.9C Hi-Racer 6MT single cab version and 862,000 baht (RM111,611) for the 3.0 S Hi-Racer 6AT version.
For double cab variants in Thailand, prices start at 922,000 baht (RM119,377) for the 1.9 Hi-Racer 6MT, 992,000 baht (RM128,439) for the 3.0 S Hi-Racer 6AT, 1,172,000 baht (RM151,758) ) for the 3.0 SP Hi-Racer 6AT and 1,272,000 baht (RM164,706) for the 3.0 SP 6AT 4×4.
Visual changes applied to the exterior of the BT-50 facelift include a black front grille and two-tone black 18-inch alloy wheels. The front bumper is finished in the same body color, while gloss black is used for the wheel arch extensions and rearview mirror caps.
Inside, the BT-50 facelift’s cabin is upholstered in two-tone brown and black leather, combined with piano black interior trim details, including glossy black trim on the gear lever. The driver’s seat has 8-way power adjustment, while the front passenger seat has 4-way manual adjustment.
Equipped for the driver is a combination cluster with a 4.3-inch information screen, while the infotainment is equipped with a 9-inch touchscreen that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There’s also voice recognition, Bluetooth connectivity, navigation, auxiliary audio and a USB port.
Advanced driver assistance systems equipped on the BT-50 facelift include automatic headlights, adaptive cruise control at all speeds, forward collision warning, AEB, AEB when turning sideways and warning. lane departure warning. There’s also blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic alert with reverse AEB.
Other active safety features include hill start assist, hill descent control, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, multi-collision braking, emergency stop signal, automatic moving door locks and front and rear parking sensors.
In Malaysia, the Mazda BT-50 is currently priced from RM92,729 for the 1.9L Single Cab manual, up to RM142,918 for the 3.0L High Plus Double Cab automatic; Price is OTR without insurance.
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