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D-Max-based all-new 2021 Mazda BT-50 coming to Malaysia this year; to attack Ranger, Hilux

Sanjay Β· Jun 21, 2021 01:30 PM

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RHB's latest investment report says that Malaysians can expect the all-new 2021 Mazda BT-50 to launch on our shores this year.

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Having made its global debut this time last year, the third generation (TF) BT-50 is actually a Kodo-injected reskin of the equally-new Isuzu D-Max.

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Also read: Mazda injected some Kodo into Isuzu D-Max, debuts all-new 2020 Mazda BT-50

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Far from just being a pretty face, it shares the same 1.9-litre (150 PS / 350 Nm) and 3.0-litre (190 PS / 450 Nm) engines too, besides coming with a locking rear differential.

Also read: Mazda BT-50: This is why Mazda chose the Isuzu D-Max over the Ford Ranger

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Already available in Thailand, the BT-50 takes the fight against familiar stalwarts like the D-Max, Toyota Hilux, Mitsubishi Triton, and the Ford Ranger, coming with a healthy list of creature comforts and active safety systems.

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Depending on variant, Thai-spec BT-50s get up to a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system (with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), corresponding 8-speaker surround sound system, as well as dual-zone automatic climate control.

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Beyond these, the BT-50 comes with the following safety features, at least in Thailand:

  • Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring (ABSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
  • Hill Descent Control (HDC)
  • Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • 6 airbags
  • Anti-whiplash front seats
  • Seatbelt reminders

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Bermaz is still tight-lipped about the model's Malaysian launch timeline, let alone its prices.

That said, a slight increase is expected owing to the upmarket flavour and additional equipment. For context, the outgoing BT-50 was last priced from RM 102k to RM 120k here.

Also read: These pick-ups are launching in Malaysia in 2021! BT-50, Ranger, Navara

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For a round-up on what we know about the all-new BT-50, click the link below for our FAQ!

Also read: The all-new 2021 Mazda BT-50 will be Bermaz's first launch next year

Sanjay

Senior Writer

With humble beginnings collecting diecast models and spending hours virtually tuning dream cars on the computer, his love of cars has delightfully transformed into a career. Sanjay enjoys how the same passion for cars transcends boundaries and brings people together.

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