Mazda BT-50: Mk2 vs TF Facelift
Verdict
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift is the bigger spend but the clearer new-era truck: its 2,999 cc diesel makes 188 hp and 450 Nm, and it adds a conventional automatic, seven airbags and AEB. The Mazda BT-50 Mk2 answers with an 80 L tank, a longer 3,220 mm wheelbase and RM598 annual road tax. But it is also a 150 hp, 375 Nm manual with two airbags. For a Malaysian buyer, this is safety and convenience versus running-cost restraint.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 Mk2 if you want the cheaper diesel pickup, prefer a manual and can live with 150 hp, two airbags and no AEB.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift if you want the stronger 188 hp/450 Nm automatic, seven airbags, AEB and the 5-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda BT-50 Mk2 RM80,528; Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift RM148,418.
- Engine output: Mazda BT-50 Mk2 2,198 cc, 150 hp and 375 Nm; Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift 2,999 cc, 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Transmission: Mazda BT-50 Mk2 manual; Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift conventional automatic.
- Safety kit: Mazda BT-50 Mk2 2 airbags and no AEB; Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift 7 airbags and AEB.
- Size: Mazda BT-50 Mk2 5,365 mm long with a 3,220 mm wheelbase; Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift 5,280 mm long with a 3,125 mm wheelbase.
- Ownership numbers: Mazda BT-50 Mk2 RM598 road tax and 3-year warranty; Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift RM1,638 road tax and 5-year warranty.
Mk2
- Lower RM80,528 price.
- Larger 80 L fuel tank.
- Longer 3,220 mm wheelbase.
- Only 150 hp and 375 Nm.
- Manual transmission only.
- Two airbags and no AEB.
TF Facelift
- Stronger 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Conventional automatic gearbox.
- Seven airbags, AEB and 5-year warranty.
- Much higher RM148,418 price.
- RM1,638 annual road tax.
- Smaller 76 L fuel tank.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 80,528✓ | RM 148,418 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, common-rail, turbocharged | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 2,198 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 188 hp✓ |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 450 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 86 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5 | 16.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT-LSD | 6AT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,365 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,821 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,220 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,091 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 76 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Drums | Drum Brakes |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — Equivalent to Ford Ranger with 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | 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 |
| Seat Belts | 4 three-point, 1 rear centre lap | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen reflector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | — | 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 AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with CD, MP3, AUX and USB, 6 Speakers | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Passenger Auto Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 598✓ | 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.
Mk2 vs TF Facelift FAQ
Is the Mazda BT-50 Mk2 or Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift better?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift is better on paper if budget allows. It has more power and torque, an automatic gearbox, seven airbags, AEB and a longer warranty. The Mk2 mainly fights back on price, road tax and fuel tank size.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift costs RM67,890 more than the Mazda BT-50 Mk2. That gap buys a larger engine, more output, an automatic gearbox, extra airbags, AEB and a 5-year warranty.
Which one has the stronger diesel engine?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift is stronger, with a 2,999 cc diesel making 188 hp and 450 Nm. The Mazda BT-50 Mk2 uses a 2,198 cc diesel with 150 hp and 375 Nm.