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2022 Mazda BT-50 price and specs
The Mazda BT-50 range has been bolstered for 2022 with a new, entry-level 1.9-litre turbo-diesel engine, plus a sporty-looking SP variant.
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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 $36,550 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the XT variant and topping out at $68,990 for the Thunder.
There are 4 variants of the BT-50 available in Australia.
The Mazda BT-50 is only available with an diesel motor that produces 140kW and 450Nm of torque. Both four-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2021 BT-50 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
CarExpert Rating
Very Good
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Power to Weight
63.26 - 83.09 kW/t
47.8 kW/t
126.77 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7.7 - 8 L/100km
6.5 L/100km
12.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
950 - 987 km
658 km
1,231 km
Price
$36,550 - $68,990
$22,990
$143,950
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
2,631 kg
3,450 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
5,850 - 5,950 kg
4,435 kg
7,713 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
1,800 kg
4,500 kg
Approach Angle
25.8 - 30.4°
15.2°
40.7°
Departure Angle
23.9 - 25.3°
15°
29.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
235 - 240 mm
171 mm
283 mm
Payload Capacity
887 - 1,340 kg
527 kg
1,550 kg
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2021 Mazda BT-50 Price
XT
XTR
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $54,710 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, RWD | $49,470 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $57,210 |
GT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $59,990 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $56,990 |
Thunder
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $68,990 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $65,990 |
*excl. on-roads
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2021 Mazda BT-50 Specs
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2021 Mazda BT-50 Fuel Economy
There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda BT-50
The most fuel efficient Mazda BT-50 is the XT with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 3.0L Turbo Diesel Common Rail and uses 7.7L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
| Mazda BT-50 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 7.7 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 8.0 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 8.0 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 8.0 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 8.0 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 8.0 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 8.0 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 7.7 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.
2021 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 XT that starts from $36,550.
The most expensive Mazda BT-50 is the Thunder that starts from $68,990.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda BT-50 is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: XT, XTR, GT and Thunder.
The largest Mazda BT-50 is the Thunder which measures 1870mm wide, 5470mm in length and sits 1790mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda BT-50 is the Thunder which has 140kW of power from its 3.0L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.
The Mazda BT-50 is built in Thailand and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda BT-50 is the Thunder which weighs 3100 kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda BT-50 uses Diesel.