Honda e:N1 vs Mazda BT-50
Verdict
At RM149,900 against RM148,418, these two are separated by just RM1,482 but do very different jobs. The Honda e:N1 is the easier urban family choice, with a 201 hp/310 Nm motor, 410 km EV range, 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time and RM160 annual road tax. The Mazda BT-50 answers with a 3.0 litre diesel, 450 Nm, all-wheel drive, ladder frame, leaf springs and a 76-litre tank. Buy the body style first; the numbers then make the decision clearer.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if you want a five-door electric SUV with lower road tax, quicker stated acceleration and more cabin tech.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you need a ladder-frame all-wheel-drive pickup with 450 Nm, a full-size spare and diesel range between fills.
Key differences
- Price: Honda e:N1 RM149,900; Mazda BT-50 RM148,418
- Powertrain: Honda e:N1 201 hp/310 Nm electric motor; Mazda BT-50 188 hp/450 Nm 3.0 litre diesel
- Range/fuel: Honda e:N1 410 km EV range; Mazda BT-50 76-litre diesel tank
- Driveline and chassis: Honda e:N1 front-wheel-drive unibody; Mazda BT-50 all-wheel-drive ladder frame
- Size: Honda e:N1 4,380 mm long with 2,607 mm wheelbase; Mazda BT-50 5,280 mm long with 3,125 mm wheelbase
- Road tax and warranty: Honda e:N1 RM160/year and 8 years/160,000 km; Mazda BT-50 RM1,638/year and 5 years/100,000 km
e:N1
- 201 hp motor and 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 410 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 78 kW DC charging
- Navigation, head-up display and electronic parking brake
- Front-wheel drive only, against the Mazda's all-wheel drive
- Much smaller body: 4,380 mm long versus 5,280 mm
- Lower top speed at 160 km/h versus 180 km/h
BT-50
- 450 Nm from the 3.0 litre turbodiesel
- All-wheel drive, ladder frame and leaf-spring rear suspension
- Full-size alloy spare tyre and driver knee airbag
- RM1,638 annual road tax versus RM160
- Shorter 5-year/100,000 km warranty versus 8-year/160,000 km
- No navigation or head-up display
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 149,900 | RM 148,418✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | B-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | — | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 188 hp |
| Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 95.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| EV Range | 410 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| 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) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Ladder Frame |
| 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 |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Drum Brakes |
| 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 | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 160✓ | RM 1,638 |
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.
e:N1 vs BT-50 FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Mazda BT-50 better?
The Honda e:N1 is better for daily family use if you can charge at home or work. The Mazda BT-50 is better if you need pickup capability, all-wheel drive and 450 Nm diesel torque.
What is the price difference?
The Honda e:N1 costs RM149,900, while the Mazda BT-50 costs RM148,418. The Honda is RM1,482 more expensive.
Which one is cheaper on road tax?
The Honda e:N1 is far cheaper on annual road tax at RM160. The Mazda BT-50 costs RM1,638 a year, a difference of RM1,478 annually.