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About the Mazda BT-50
Last updated Sep 28, 2025The new Mazda BT-50 is a Pickup. Available in Australia from $36,400 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the XS variant and topping out at $71,500 for the SP.
There are 5 variants of the BT-50 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2025.
Engine options include 3.0L turbo (140kW/450Nm) and 1.9L turbo (110kW/350Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. Both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2025 BT-50 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
CarExpert Rating
Good
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Power to Weight
62.32 - 83.14 kW/t
51.93 kW/t
148.05 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7 - 8 L/100km
1.7 L/100km
12.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
950 - 1,086 km
672 km
4,412 km
Price
$36,400 - $71,500
$33,990
$172,990
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 5 years
2 years
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
3,000 - 3,100 kg
2,910 kg
4,495 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
5,500 - 6,000 kg
5,370 kg
12,474 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,000 - 3,500 kg
2,500 kg
4,500 kg
Approach Angle
29.6 - 30.4°
20.2°
40.7°
Departure Angle
17.9 - 25.6°
17.9°
29.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
235 - 240 mm
210 mm
296 mm
Payload Capacity
924 - 1,379 kg
685 kg
1,494 kg
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2025 Mazda BT-50 Reviews
2025 Mazda BT-50 Price
XS
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.9L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | $36,400 |
| 1.9L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | $39,932 |
XT
XTR
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, RWD | $53,790 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $62,750 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $59,650 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $62,672 |
GT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | $66,170 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | $63,070 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | $66,092 |
SP
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $71,500 |
*excl. on-roads
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2025 Mazda BT-50 Specs
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2025 Mazda BT-50 Fuel Economy
There are 3 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda BT-50
The most fuel efficient Mazda BT-50 is the XS with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.9L Turbo and uses 7L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Mazda BT-50 that uses the most amount of fuel is the SP with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L Turbo and uses 8L of Diesel per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
| Mazda BT-50 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.9L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 7.0 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Mazda BT-50?
The Mazda BT-50 has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2025 Mazda BT-50 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mazda BT-50?
The Mazda BT-50 offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Mazda BT-50 FAQs
The cheapest Mazda BT-50 is the XS that starts from $36,400.
The most expensive Mazda BT-50 is the SP that starts from $71,500.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda BT-50 is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: XT, XTR, GT and SP.
The largest Mazda BT-50 is the XT which measures 1870mm wide, 5320mm in length and sits 1800mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda BT-50 is the XT which has 140kW of power from its 3.0L Turbo engine.
The Mazda BT-50 is built in Thailand and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda BT-50 is the XT which weighs 3100 kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda BT-50 uses Diesel.