The Mazda BT-50 is one of Mazda’s pickup trucks that has received significant attention in the global market, and Vietnam is no exception. In Australia, this model is always among the best-sellers, surpassing even formidable competitors like the Ford Ranger, Chevrolet Colorado, and Nissan Navara. So, what makes the Mazda BT-50 so popular?
Mazda BT-50 3.2 Premium AT driving powerfully on the street
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 is a noteworthy upgrade by Truong Hai (Thaco) for the Mazda pickup truck line. Changes to the exterior, interior, and equipment have given the BT-50 a more modern look, enhanced safety, and made it more suitable for the needs and budgets of Vietnamese customers.
To increase competitiveness with other pickup trucks in Vietnam, Thaco has adjusted the selling price and included attractive incentives for the Mazda BT-50:
- Mazda BT-50 2.2L MT: 620 million VND + Accessory gifts
- Mazda BT-50 2.2L AT: 645 million VND + Accessory gifts
- Mazda BT-50 2.2L ATH: 699 million VND + Accessory gifts
- Mazda BT-50 3.2L ATH: 799 million VND + Accessory gifts
Special Offers When Buying a Mazda BT-50 Pickup Truck
- Best on-road price in the market
- Free bedliner
- Daytime running lights
- Rear fog lights
- 3-year genuine warranty
- DVD with integrated GPS (depending on version)
- 1 year of comprehensive insurance
- Fast vehicle delivery within 48 hours, support for quick bank loan applications
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Mazda BT-50 Pickup Truck Exterior Review
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 features a soft design style, different from the rugged appearance commonly seen in pickup trucks. This design blends the elegance of a sedan while still retaining the strength and personality of a pickup.
Modern and refined exterior of the 2018 Mazda BT-50
Exterior of the 2018 Mazda BT-50 with a modern look
The front of the BT-50 is not as aggressive as its competitors, but instead has a gentler appearance with many shiny chrome details.
Front of the 2018 Mazda BT-50 with a soft design
Front of the 2018 Mazda BT-50 is soft, not rigid
All versions of the Mazda BT-50 pickup truck use halogen lights, with automatic on/off function on the two high-end versions. The air vents and fog lights are designed with sharp angles, creating a sporty highlight for the front of the car, while also being the most solid detail in the overall design.
Front lights and angular fog light housings on the Mazda BT-50
The grille of the Mazda pickup truck is not too prominent with a simple design. The highlight is the Mazda logo placed in the center, supported by a large horizontal bar, creating a robust look along with embossed lines on the hood.
Simple grille and prominent Mazda logo
The body stands out with a set of 5-spoke rims with sophisticated patterns, size 17 inches. Compared to the 2018 Mazda CX-5 (19 inches), the BT-50’s rims are slightly smaller, accompanied by sturdy standard tires, supporting good off-road capability.
17-inch wheels with sophisticated patterns of the Mazda BT-50
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 has eye-catching wheels
Shiny chrome-plated mirrors and door handles on the Mazda BT-50
The door handles and rearview mirrors are chrome-plated, with integrated turn signals and electric adjustment/folding functions.
Chrome details on the door handles and rearview mirrors of the Mazda BT-50
Chrome-plated door handles and rearview mirrors
Aluminum alloy footrests on the Mazda BT-50
The footrests are made of aluminum alloy, making it easier to get in and out of the car and increasing the durability of the body.
Convenient and sturdy footrests of the Mazda BT-50
The rear of the Mazda BT-50 has a minimalist design, with the taillights separated by the tailgate. When the tailgate is opened, the warning capability may be limited. The tailgate handle and rear bumper are chrome-plated, creating highlights for the rear of the car.
Rear of the 2018 Mazda BT-50 with a minimalist design
The new Mazda BT-50 has a minimalist rear
Taillights are designed separately on the Mazda BT-50
Spacious truck bed of the Mazda BT-50
According to the manufacturer, the carrying capacity of the Mazda BT-50 pickup truck is up to 1,000 kg, and the towing capacity is 3,500 kg. This is one of the pickup trucks with the best carrying capacity in its segment, surpassing the Ford Ranger.
Attractive Offers at Mazda Ha Dong – Contact Now!
- Best on-road price in the market
- Free bedliner
- Daytime running lights
- Rear fog lights
- 3-year genuine warranty
- DVD with integrated GPS (depending on version)
- 1 year of comprehensive insurance included
- Fast vehicle delivery within 48 hours
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Mazda BT-50 Pickup Truck Interior Review
Mazda does not focus on luxury for the interior of its pickup trucks, but prioritizes practicality and durability. The materials inside the cabin are selected to meet the daily needs of customers. The cabin space is spacious, providing comfort for long journeys.
Practical and spacious interior of the 2018 Mazda BT-50
Practical interior of the 2018 Mazda BT-50
The standard version of the Mazda BT-50 is equipped with fabric seats, while the two higher-end versions have leather seats that hug the occupants, providing comfort. However, the driver’s seat is only manually adjustable, which may make some customers reconsider.
Manually adjustable driver's seat on the 2018 Mazda BT-50
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 only has a manually adjustable driver’s seat
Although it can carry 5 people, the rear seats of the Mazda BT-50 pickup truck only have 2 headrests, which is also a small limitation of this model.
Rear seats of the Mazda BT-50 with 2 headrests
The dashboard has many mechanical adjustment buttons and a CD screen. The highest-end version is equipped with a more modern multi-media touch screen. The air conditioning control buttons are large and arranged quite simply on the dashboard.
Simple dashboard on the 2018 Mazda BT-50
Simple dashboard on the 2018 Mazda BT-50
The 3-spoke steering wheel on the 2018 Mazda BT-50 has a sporty look. The two high-end versions have leather-wrapped steering wheels, the standard version uses imitation leather material. The steering wheel integrates audio control buttons, a hands-free mode on the left, and a cruise control system on the right. The instrument cluster behind the steering wheel has a simple design, displaying full RPM parameters, LCD screen, and speed display.
Sporty 3-spoke steering wheel on the 2018 Mazda BT-50
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 has a sporty 3-spoke steering wheel
Attractive Offers at Mazda Ha Dong – Contact Now!
- Free bedliner
- Daytime running lights
- Rear fog lights
- 3-year genuine warranty
- DVD with integrated GPS (depending on version)
- 1 year of comprehensive insurance included
- Extremely attractive promotion program
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Mazda BT-50 Pickup Truck Amenities
The entertainment system of the Mazda pickup includes a CD screen, a central touch screen that connects to Radio/AUX/USB/Bluetooth, and a 6-speaker sound system. The car is equipped with 2-zone independent air conditioning (on 2 high-end versions), power windows, anti-glare rearview mirror, armrest, and spacious storage compartment.
2-zone air conditioning on the 2018 Mazda BT-50
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 has 2-zone automatic air conditioning on 2 high-end versions
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- Free bedliner
- Daytime running lights
- Rear fog lights
- 3-year genuine warranty
- DVD with integrated GPS (depending on version)
- 1 year of comprehensive insurance included
- Extremely attractive promotion program
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Mazda BT-50 Pickup Truck Performance
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 has 2 engine options:
- Turbo Diesel I4 Mz-CD 2.2L engine: 148 horsepower, 375 Nm of torque, combined with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission.
- Turbo Diesel I5 Mz-CD 3.2L engine: 197 horsepower, 470 Nm of torque, combined with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Powerful engine of the 2018 Mazda BT-50
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 has 2 engine options
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 has a ground clearance of 237 mm, higher than the Ford Ranger, helping the car to overcome terrain better, along with a wading ability of 800 mm. However, the car is only equipped with hydraulic power steering, which can make steering in crowded urban areas a bit difficult.
Impressive off-road capability of the 2018 Mazda BT-50
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 has an ideal ground clearance for off-road driving
Attractive Offers at Mazda Ha Dong – Contact Now!
- Free bedliner
- Daytime running lights
- Rear fog lights
- 3-year genuine warranty
- DVD with integrated GPS (depending on version)
- 1 year of comprehensive insurance included
- Extremely attractive promotion program
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Mazda BT-50 Pickup Truck Safety
Mazda’s pickup trucks are equipped with outstanding safety technologies:
- Anti-lock Braking System ABS
- Electronic Stability Control DSC
- Traction Stability Control TSC
- Emergency Brake Warning
- Cruise Control System
- Automatic Headlight/Wiper System
- Anti-glare interior rearview mirror
- Reversing sensor and 6 airbags (2 high-end versions), 2 airbags (low-end version)
Safety features on the 2018 Mazda BT-50
The 2018 Mazda BT-50 has many safety features
Attractive Offers at Mazda Ha Dong – Contact Now!
- Free bedliner
- Daytime running lights
- Rear fog lights
- 3-year genuine warranty
- DVD with integrated GPS (depending on version)
- 1 year of comprehensive insurance included
- Extremely attractive promotion program
Hotline 0976.245.333 – Call now for the best price
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Mazda BT-50 Pickup Truck Technical Specifications
| Specifications | Mazda BT-50 4WD MT 2.2L | Mazda BT-50 2WD AT 2.2L | Mazda BT-50 4WD AT 3.2L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selling Price (million VND) | 640 | 670 | 825 |
| Body Style | Pick-up Truck | Pick-up Truck | Pick-up Truck |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Engine | Diesel – 2.2L | Diesel – 2.2L | Diesel – 3.2L |
| Transmission | 6MT | 6AT | 6AT |
| Horsepower | 148 hp | 148 hp | 197 hp |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 375 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD |
| Air Conditioning | Manual | Automatic 2-zone | Automatic 2-zone |
| Airbags | 2 | 2 | 6 |
