Verdict
These are radically different tools despite both having five seats. At RM140,418, the BT-50 costs RM49,818 more than the RM90,600 Vios, but brings 188 hp, 450 Nm and all-wheel drive against 104 hp, 138 Nm and front-wheel drive. That matters if you genuinely need a pickup’s size and traction. For everyday Malaysian sedan use, the Vios is far lighter at 1,015 kg, returns a rated 5.2 L/100 km and carries just RM90 annual road tax versus RM1,638. Its 475-litre boot, 3D camera and steering lane correction also make more sense in town.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you need 450 Nm diesel pulling force, all-wheel drive and a 5,280 mm pickup rather than a compact sedan.
Pick the Toyota Vios if lower running costs, a 475-litre boot and town-friendly driver assistance matter more than outright power.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda BT-50 RM140,418; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Engine output: Mazda BT-50 188 hp and 450 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Driveline: Mazda BT-50 all-wheel drive; Toyota Vios front-wheel drive.
- Rated fuel economy: Mazda BT-50 not rated; Toyota Vios 5.2 L/100 km.
- Length and weight: Mazda BT-50 5,280 mm and 2,015 kg; Toyota Vios 4,425 mm and 1,015 kg.
- Warranty mileage: Mazda BT-50 five years/100,000 km; Toyota Vios five years/unlimited mileage.
BT-50
- 188 hp and 450 Nm 3.0-litre turbodiesel
- All-wheel drive and 18-inch wheels
- Adaptive cruise control, dual-zone climate control and eight speakers
- RM1,638 annual road tax versus the Vios' RM90
- 5,280 mm length and 2,015 kg weight versus 4,425 mm and 1,015 kg
- Lane system only warns; the Vios adds steering correction
Vios
- Rated 5.2 L/100 km economy
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty
- 3D panoramic reverse camera, rear cross traffic alert and lane steering correction
- 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the BT-50's 188 hp and 450 Nm
- Front-wheel drive versus the BT-50's all-wheel drive
- No adaptive cruise control, front foglamps or auto wipers
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM140,418 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,638 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 188 hp✓ | 104 hp |
| Torque | 450 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 95.4 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16.3 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6AT | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,280 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,810 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 2,015 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Alloy | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 on 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 |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| 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 | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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 & Vios for sale
BT-50 vs Vios FAQ
Is the Mazda BT-50 or Toyota Vios better?
The Vios is the better everyday choice with 5.2 L/100 km rated economy, RM90 road tax, a 475-litre boot and lane steering correction. Choose the BT-50 only when its 450 Nm diesel engine, all-wheel drive and pickup body are requirements.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda BT-50 costs RM49,818 more than the Toyota Vios. Its higher outlay brings a 3.0-litre diesel, 188 hp, 450 Nm, all-wheel drive and pickup dimensions, not merely extra cabin equipment.
Which has the better warranty?
Both get five years of manufacturer warranty, but the Toyota Vios has unlimited mileage. The Mazda BT-50 warranty is capped at 100,000 km, so the Vios is stronger for high-mileage private use.