Mazda BT-50: 4x4 Adventures Refined by the Soul of KODO Design

 

Following its recent debut in Sabah, our Sunlun Group of Companies was excited to drop in at Mazda Kota Kinabalu (Donggongon) and explore the all-new Mazda BT-50 facelift – the latest iteration of Mazda’s 3rd-gen double cab featuring the KODO styling of its popular SUV siblings.

What is Mazda BT-50’s vehicle segment?
Built for drivers who demand more than utility, Mazda BT-50 is a mid-size pickup truck where 4x4 versatility meets SUV flair – seamlessly turning every journey into an effortless adventure:

• Models: Mazda BT-50 3.0 High Plus
• Engine Type: Variable-Geometry System (VGS) Turbo Diesel
• Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
• Max Engine Power: 188Hp @ 3600rpm
• Max Engine Torque: 450Nm @ 1600rpm-2600rpm
• Dimensions: 5280 mm (L) x 1870 mm (W) x 1810mm (H)
• Wheelbase: 3125mm
• Water Wading: 800mm
• Approach Angle: 30.4-degrees
• Departure Angle: 24.2-degrees

 

 

What makes Mazda BT-50 stand out?
Mazda BT-50 blends iconic KODO – Soul of Motion design with advanced 4-wheel drive system and off-road technologies ideal for today’s active lifestyles, elevating the modern truck driving experience enhanced by refined performance and unwavering confidence on and off the road.  

Design Highlights

• KODO – Soul of Motion Design Philosophy
• Updated Sculpted Front and Rear Fascia
• Signature Bi-LED Auto Headlights with Auto Levelling
• Rear Combination LED Taillights
• 8-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat & Leather Seat
• Dual-zone Auto Front Air Conditioning with Rear Vents
• Roof Rails with 100kg Capacity
• Roller Shutter and more

Off-Road Technologies

• 4WD Transfer Dial – 2WD / 4WD High / 4WD Low
• Rough Terrain Mode
• Rear Differential Lock
• Real-time Tilt and Roll Information Display
• Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
• Hill Descent Control (HDC)

Intelligent Multimedia

• 9” Infotainment System with 7” TFT-LCD Instrument Cluster
• Streaming Rear View Mirror
• Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
• Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone & Audio
• 8-speaker Surround Sound including 2 Roof Speakers
• Remote Start and more

Advanced Safety Technologies

• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
• Automatic High Beam (AHB)
• Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
• Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
• Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
• Auto Emergency Braking (AEB)

 

 

What is Mazda BT-50’s tyre size?
Presently in Malaysia, the new Mazda BT-50 is equipped with 18” original equipment (OE) tyres and factory-fitted with 265/60 R18 all-terrain (AT) tyres on alloy wheels, complemented by bold front and rear wheel arches.

Which tyre brands offer 265/60 R18 size?
Several reputable tyre brands offer 265/60 R18 size in a range of tyre patterns engineered to meet various driving performance, safety and comfort needs, such as:

• GOODYEAR Wrangler AT SilentTrac
• MICHELIN LTX Trail
• Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain A/T002
• Continental CrossContact AX6
• Hankook Dynapro AT2 Xtreme
• Hankook Dynapro AT2
• Dunlop GrandTrek AT25
• Dunlop GrandTrek AT5
• Deestone Power Cruz AT411
• Kapsen PracticalMax A/T RS23 and more

 

 

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