Bold new 2025 Mazda BT-50 pickup debuts in Australia

KUALA LUMPUR: First introduced in 2020, the Mazda BT-50 pickup has received a mid-life upgrade in the Australian market. The new BT-50 benefits from a fresh exterior and interior design, along with improved technology, safety features, and added functionality.

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Let’s know the 2025 Mazda BT-50 changes in detail, starting with the exterior.

Exterior

The new BT-50 features a bold new look with an enhanced signature ‘Kodo – soul of motion’ design. The front is kitted with a redesigned radiator grille, unique LED headlamps, and a new bumper with an ‘air curtain’ for improved aerodynamics. 

At the rear, the tailgate gets a distinctive ridged design, complemented by new LED tail lamps and a larger Mazda logo. Adding to the pickup’s strong road presence are new alloy wheels.

Mazda has also expanded the BT-50 colour palette with the addition of three new colours - Red Earth, Geode White, and Sailing Blue.

Interior 

Inside, the 2025 Mazda BT-50 gets a brand-new 9-inch infotainment system featuring touch switches for better usability. The touchscreen is edged by physical volume and tuning dials. Also part of the update is a bigger 7-inch Multi-Information Display, providing customisable content and enhanced connectivity. 

The pickup comes with new upholstery options, including a striking black and terracotta Maztex and synthetic suede. The seat covers also feature a stitched ‘BT-50’ logo on the headrests. As for convenience, the automaker has provided wireless Android Auto connectivity and USB-C sockets with the upgraded truck.

Safety

The safety suite of the Mazda pickup has been comprehensively upgraded. It comes with new front stereo cameras that increase the vehicle’s field of view for overall enhanced safety. 

Also new for 2025 are features like Traffic Jam Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Brake, and Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control. The Autonomous Emergency Braking system now includes motorcycle and pedestrian detection at intersections, while Emergency Lane Keeping can identify road edges even without line markings.

Engine

Under the skin, the upgraded pickup truck continues with the same drivetrain options as the outgoing model. These include - 1.9-litre turbodiesel engine kicking out 150 PS and a more muscular 3.0-litre setup good for making 190 PS. Power is sent to the rear or all four wheels via a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.

Mazda Genuine Accessories

Mazda has also rolled out a range of new Genuine Accessories for the Australian market. These accessories are developed in partnership with “trusted suppliers,” ensuring that the BT-50 meets the diverse needs of its users.

Upon introducing the new Mazda BT-50, Vinesh Bhindi, Managing Director of Mazda Australia, said: “Forming an integral part of our Mazda model range here in Australia, the BT-50 has set the tone as a versatile, ready-for-anything vehicle that suits a variety of customer needs whether it’s as a trusty work companion or an enabler for life’s passions.

“For 2025, this impactful new design has matured our much-loved ute to be an even more compelling choice regardless of the task in hand.”

The pricing of the new Mazda BT-50 will be revealed early next year with deliveries scheduled to commence in Q1 2025.

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