Verdict
At RM149,900, the Honda e:N1 costs RM9,482 more than the Mazda BT-50, but its RM160 annual road tax is RM1,478 lower. It is the sensible pick for a buyer with dependable charging: the single motor makes 201 hp and 310 Nm, with a quoted 410 km range, 11 kW AC and 78 kW DC charging. The BT-50 is a fundamentally different tool: its 450 Nm diesel, all-wheel drive and 5,280 mm body favour buyers who need a pickup, despite RM1,638 road tax and a shorter warranty.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if you can charge at home or work and want 410 km of electric range, lower RM160 road tax and an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you need an all-wheel-drive pickup with 450 Nm, a 76-litre diesel tank and a 5,280 mm load-carrying body.
Key differences
- Price: Honda e:N1 RM149,900; Mazda BT-50 RM140,418.
- Annual road tax: Honda e:N1 RM160; Mazda BT-50 RM1,638.
- Output: Honda e:N1 motor makes 201 hp and 310 Nm; Mazda BT-50 diesel makes 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Driveline: Honda e:N1 front-wheel drive; Mazda BT-50 all-wheel drive.
- Length: Honda e:N1 4,380 mm; Mazda BT-50 5,280 mm.
- Warranty: Honda e:N1 eight years/160,000 km; Mazda BT-50 five years/100,000 km.
e:N1
- 410 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 78 kW DC charging
- RM160 annual road tax
- Eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty
- Costs RM9,482 more
- Front-wheel drive versus the BT-50's all-wheel drive
- 4,380 mm long versus the BT-50's 5,280 mm body
BT-50
- RM9,482 lower purchase price
- 450 Nm diesel torque and all-wheel drive
- Full-size alloy spare tyre and 76-litre fuel tank
- RM1,638 annual road tax versus RM160
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty versus eight years/160,000 km
- No navigation or head-up display
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,900 | RM140,418✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | B-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM1,638 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | — | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 188 hp |
| Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 95.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| EV Range | 410 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 78 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,607 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 76 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 344 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.1" Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used e:N1 & BT-50 for sale
e:N1 vs BT-50 FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Mazda BT-50 better?
The e:N1 is better for electric commuting, with 410 km range, RM160 road tax and an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty. The BT-50 is better if you specifically need a pickup, all-wheel drive and 450 Nm.
What is the price difference?
The Honda e:N1 costs RM149,900 and the Mazda BT-50 costs RM140,418, so the e:N1 is RM9,482 more expensive.
Can the Honda e:N1 match the Mazda BT-50 for long-distance use?
The e:N1 has a quoted 410 km range and supports 11 kW AC or 78 kW DC charging. The BT-50 uses a 76-litre diesel tank. They require different refuelling or charging planning.