Verdict
The Mazda BT-50 costs RM140,418 against RM226,300 for the Toyota Hilux, leaving an RM85,882 gap that is hard to ignore. Mazda gives you a 3.0-litre diesel with 188 hp and 450 Nm, a 76-litre tank and a 2,015-kg kerb weight. The Hilux counters with two motors producing 193 hp and 473 Nm, plus a 59.2-kWh battery rated for 257 km and 10 kW AC/125 kW DC charging. It is 440 kg heavier, but gets lane-steering correction, a 360-degree camera and a longer 150,000-km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you want to save RM85,882, carry a 76-litre diesel tank and prefer the 40-mm longer wheelbase.
Pick the Toyota Hilux if you want electric drive, 473 Nm from its two motors, lane-keeping steering correction and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda BT-50 RM140,418; Toyota Hilux RM226,300.
- Power and torque: Mazda BT-50 188 hp and 450 Nm; Toyota Hilux 193 hp and 473 Nm.
- Energy storage: Mazda BT-50 76-litre diesel tank; Toyota Hilux 59.2-kWh battery with 257 km EV range.
- Kerb weight: Mazda BT-50 2,015 kg; Toyota Hilux 2,455 kg.
- Dimensions: Mazda BT-50 is 5,280 mm long with a 3,125-mm wheelbase; Toyota Hilux is 5,320 mm long with a 3,085-mm wheelbase.
- Warranty mileage: Mazda BT-50 100,000 km; Toyota Hilux 150,000 km.
BT-50
- RM85,882 lower purchase price.
- 76-litre diesel tank and 440 kg lower kerb weight.
- 18-inch alloys and a 3,125-mm wheelbase.
- Lane-keeping system gives warnings only; the Hilux adds steering correction.
- 9-inch touchscreen is smaller than the Hilux's 12.3-inch unit.
- No 360-degree camera.
Hilux
- Two motors produce 193 hp and 473 Nm.
- 257-km EV range, 125-kW DC charging and RM160 annual road tax.
- 360-degree camera, lane-steering correction and 150,000-km warranty.
- Costs RM85,882 more than the BT-50.
- At 2,455 kg, it is 440 kg heavier than the BT-50.
- Its 3,085-mm wheelbase is 40 mm shorter than the BT-50's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM140,418✓ | RM226,300 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,638 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 188 hp | — |
| Torque | 450 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 95.4 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 16.3 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 193 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 473 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 59.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 257 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 10 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 125 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6AT | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,280 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,810 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 3,085 mm |
| Weight | 2,015 kg | 2,455 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Alloy | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | De Dion Rear Axle |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| 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 for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Tip-up base |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 8-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | 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 | Manual Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery |
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 BT-50 & Hilux for sale
BT-50 vs Hilux FAQ
Is the Mazda BT-50 or Toyota Hilux better?
The BT-50 is the stronger financial choice, with a far lower purchase price, a 76-litre diesel tank and lower weight. Choose the Hilux for electric drive, 473 Nm, 257 km of rated range, a 360-degree camera and lane-steering correction.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Hilux costs RM85,882 more than the Mazda BT-50.
Which one has the better driver-assistance package?
The Toyota Hilux does. Both have adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring, but the Hilux adds steering correction for its lane-keeping system, while the BT-50 provides a lane warning only.