Verdict
The Mazda BT-50 TF is the work-focused entry point: RM92,729 buys a 1.9-litre, 148 hp/350 Nm diesel, six-speed manual and two-seat, two-door cabin. The Facelift costs RM47,689 more at RM140,418, but brings a 3.0-litre 188 hp/450 Nm diesel, six-speed automatic and five seats. Its annual road tax rises sharply from RM399 to RM1,638. For Malaysian private use, the newer truck’s seven airbags, autonomous braking and rear-seat practicality justify the stretch if the higher running bill is acceptable; the older TF makes sense as the simpler, cheaper load carrier.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 TF if you need the lower RM92,729 entry price, a six-speed manual and only two seats.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift if you want 188 hp, 450 Nm, a six-speed automatic and proper five-seat family usability.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda BT-50 TF RM92,729; Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift RM140,418.
- Engine output: 1,898 cc, 148 hp and 350 Nm; 2,999 cc, 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Transmission: six-speed manual; six-speed conventional automatic.
- Cabin capacity: two doors and two seats; four doors and five seats.
- Safety: two airbags; seven airbags plus Smart City Brake Support.
- Road tax: RM399 per year; RM1,638 per year.
TF
- RM47,689 lower purchase price.
- Six-speed manual transmission.
- 215 kg lighter at 1,800 kg.
- 148 hp and 350 Nm trail the Facelift’s 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Only two doors, two seats and no rear bench.
- Two airbags; it lacks the Facelift’s autonomous braking and blind-spot information system.
TF Facelift
- 188 hp and 450 Nm from the 3.0-litre diesel.
- Six-speed automatic, adaptive cruise control and reverse camera.
- Seven airbags, Smart City Brake Support and blind-spot information system.
- RM47,689 more expensive than the BT-50 TF.
- Annual road tax is RM1,239 higher.
- At 2,015 kg, it is 215 kg heavier.
What the TF has over the TF Facelift
What the TF Facelift has over the TF
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The TF Facelift is 60 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM92,729✓ | RM140,418 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM399✓ | RM1,638 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM945/mo✓ | RM1,435/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,724✓ | RM3,997 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common Rail Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 1,898 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 148 hp at 3,600 rpm | 188 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 80 mm × 94.4 mm | 95.4 mm × 104.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16.5 | 16.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Manual | 6AT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,320 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,770 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 1,800 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 76 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 205/R16C | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/R16C | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Steel | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 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 | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver and Front Passenger Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | 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 | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 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, 2 Speakers | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | 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 |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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TF vs TF Facelift FAQ
Is the Mazda BT-50 TF or Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift better?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift is the better all-rounder: it has 188 hp, 450 Nm, an automatic gearbox, five seats, seven airbags and autonomous braking. The older BT-50 TF is the better budget choice at RM92,729.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift costs RM140,418 versus RM92,729 for the Mazda BT-50 TF, a difference of RM47,689. Its annual road tax is also RM1,638, compared with RM399.
Which BT-50 has more safety equipment?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift does. It has seven airbags, Smart City Brake Support, collision warning, blind-spot information, front and rear parking sensors, and a reverse camera. The BT-50 TF has two airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control.