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

2026-03-04

 

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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