Mazda has revealed a new facelift for the Mazda BT-50. Scheduled to launch in early 2025, the facelifted Mazda BT-50 features a new exterior, interior and updated advanced driver assistance (ADAS) suite.
Sporting the brand’s most significant update to date, the new BT-50 adopts a bolder “Kodo” design language. This is most evident in the new LED headlights, reminiscent of those found on the Mazda CX-5, and a redesigned radiator grille and bumper. The rear also receives a makeover with a re-sculpted tailgate featuring a ridged design and new LED taillights.
Inside the cabin, the centre infotainment system now supports wireless Android Auto, complementing the existing wireless Apple CarPlay. The driver instrument cluster has also been upgraded to a digital unit, mirroring the one found in the Isuzu D-Max upon which the BT-50 is based.
Mazda has also streamlined the information display by integrating data previously found in the driver multi-info display into the central infotainment screen. Drivers can now easily access real-time vehicle steering and tilt angles, tyre pressure, drive mode and diff lock status, alongside Rough Terrain Mode information.
The upholstery has been updated with black door trims, console lid, and mid-dashboard trim, replacing the previous brown accents. Higher trim levels offer the option of black or terracotta Maztex leather seats with synthetic suede inserts, and an embroidered BT-50 logo on the front seat headrests.
The new Mazda BT-50 introduces a vibrant new colour palette, including Red Earth Metallic, a unique hue for the model, along with Geode White Pearl and Sailing Blue Metallic.
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On the safety front, the new Mazda BT-50 sports an updated ADAS suite. This includes new front stereo cameras which double the vehicle field of view. Newly added ADAS features include:
- Traffic jam assist (TJA)
- Rear cross-traffic brake (RCTB)
- Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
- Enhanced traffic sign recognition
The autonomous emergency braking system has also been upgraded to include motorcycle and pedestrian detection at intersections. Additionally, the emergency lane-keeping assist can now detect road edges even without line markings.
The 2025 BT-50 also sports a new hydrophobic coating for the digital rear camera, new USB-C ports for charging devices, dynamic guidelines added to the camera views for easier parking, and a conveniently located USB port near the rearview mirror for dashcam installations.
While official specifications have yet to be released, the updated Mazda BT-50 is expected to retain the current engine options: a 1.9-litre turbodiesel four-cylinder engine producing 148 hp and 350 Nm of torque, and a 3.0-litre turbodiesel four-cylinder engine delivering 188 hp and 450 Nm, both inherited from the Isuzu D-Max.
According to Mazda Australia’s website, the updated Mazda BT-50 will be launched in Australia in early 2025. As Australia is the lead market for the BT-50 globally, it is likely that other markets, including Malaysia, will follow shortly after.
Closer to home, the Mazda BT-50 is priced from RM92,000 for the single cab to RM141,000 for the range-topping double cab 3.0 High Plus AT variant.
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