Revealed: The New Mazda BT-50 Facelift

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The refined 2017 BT-50 Facelift has expressive styling, high-quality interior and outstanding driving dynamics that reflect Mazda’s DNA.

The Mazda BT-50, first introduced to the South African market in 2012, was launched as an “Active Lifestyle Vehicle” with modern and refined styling that defied the conventional work-horse image of a bakkie. The intent was to not only attract traditional business users but to extend the appeal to a wide range of customers, including families and pleasure-seekers. Now in 2017, the Mazda BT-50 Facelift is being introduced to further cater to these recreational buyers who enjoy both the outdoor and urban lifestyle. The facelifted Mazda BT-50 maintains the versatile practicality and exhilarating driving performance of the current model whilst updating the design gives it a sportier and more powerful presence than ever before. New exterior styling incorporates a newly designed front face, redesigned side steps, rear combination lamps and 17-inch aluminium wheels. The interior has also been refined to give a higher-quality feel with the addition of Bluetooth, Steering Wheel Switches and Cruise Control from the SLX model. The SLE model picks up new features that include a rear-view camera, an auto diming mirror and electrical driver seat adjustment. The BT-50 Double Cab will be available in the following derivatives: 2.2L 4×2 6MT SLE, 3.2L 4×4 6MT SLE and 3.2L 4×4 6AT SLE as well as new model derivatives 2.2L 4×2 6MT SLX and 2.2L 4×2 6AT SLE. Produced and fully imported from the Auto Alliance (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (AAT), plant in Thailand, the facelift offers seven exterior colour options; True Red, Aluminum Metallic, Cool White, Jet Black, Deep Crystal Blue, Blue Reflex and Titanium Flash. The refined BT-50 has expressive styling, high-quality interior and outstanding driving dynamics that reflect Mazda’s DNA. The BT-50 Mazda Care plan is now aligned with that of Mazda passenger vehicles; with a 3-year unlimited kilometre factory warranty, 3-year service plan and 3-year roadside assistance.

Model Lineup and Pricing

BT-50 2.2L DE SLX 6MT 4X2 – R441 600.00 (Incl VAT) Features:  • Max power 110kW @3700 rpm • Max torque 375Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm • Fuel consumption 7.6/100km • 6 speed Manual • 6 speakers • 16” Alloy wheels • Bluetooth • Integrated Audio system (Radio/CD/USB/Aux) • Multi-functional steering wheel w/switches • Cruise control • Locking rear diff (LRD) • Tailgate lock • Cloth seats • Temperature display • Front power windows • 6 Airbags (D+P+S+C) • Side step • Front fog lamps • Power adjustable mirrors/power fold • Air conditioning BT-50 2.2L DE SLE 6MT 4X2 – R477 700.00 (Incl VAT) 6 Speed Auto – R497,700 (Incl VAT) Features:  • 6-speed Manual/Automatic Transmission • Dual zone ATC aircon • Leather seats • Chrome power windows • Integrated Audio system – high • 17” Alloy wheels • Headlamps Auto on/off • Rain sensing wipers • Parking sensors • Reverse camera • Auto diming mirror • Electrical seat adjustment (Driver) • Leather gear knob • Electrical driver lumbar support BT-50L 3.2L DE SLE 6MT 4X4 – R541 700.00 (Incl VAT) 6 Speed Auto – R555 000.00 (Incl VAT) Features:  • Max power 147kW @ 3000rpm • Max torque 470Nm @ 1750-2500rpm • Fuel consumption Man (9.3L/100km) Auto (9.7L/100km) • Load Adaptive Control • Trailer Sway Mitigation • Roll Over Mitigation • Hill Launch Assist • Hill Descent Control