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The Mazda BT-50 Thread
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Drive.com.au first drive of the 2022 BT-50
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Chasing Cars review of the 2022 BT-50 SP
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CarsGuide review of the 2022 BT-50
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Chasing Cars review of the 2022 BT-50 1.9
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REVIEW | Mazda BT-50 1.9 Active 6-speed AT bakkie
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REVIEW | Mazda BT-50 1.9 Active 6-speed AT bakkie
With bakkie fans spoiled for choice the Mazda BT-50 will struggle to be at the top of the list | Life
Today, we've become accustomed to engine sizes of 2.0-litre, or just above that, for bakkies and SUVs. However, the new Mazda BT-50 makes do with an even smaller engine size.
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CarExpert review of the 2022 BT-50 1.9
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CarExpert review of the 2022 BT-50 SP
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Cars.co.za review of the new 2022 BT-50
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Drive.com.au beach drive in the 2022 BT-50
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In need of a pick-up: Why Mazda's BT-50 is our bakkie underachiever of 2022
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In need of a pick-up: Why Mazda's BT-50 is our bakkie underachiever of 2022
In need of a pick-up: Why Mazda's BT-50 is the bakkie underachiever of 2022 | Life
There is a double-cab bakkie that just doesn't sell well in South Africa. And strangely, it is one from a recognised brand with real bakkie history.
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Rugged Mazda BT-50 Update for SA in 2023?
Mazda is due to introduce a number of updated models in South Africa in 2023, including a revised BT-50 double-cab bakkie. Across the pond in Australia, a more rugged BT-50 LE has been introduced. Will we get it in South Africa?
Does the Mazda BT-50 lack rugged appeal in South Africa?
The new Mazda BT-50, based on the new locally assembled Isuzu D-Max, has been on sale since 2021.
Current offerings in the double-cab bakkie segment are decisively rugged in appearance and the Mazda BT-50 bucks that trend with a look that’s far more sophisticated and “upmarket”. This facet might very well be a contributing factor to the BT-50’s lacklustre sales performance in South Africa since its arrival on local soil.
Mazda in Australia has made an effort to close this apparent gap in the BT-50’s skill set with the introduction of a new range-topping LE specification that adds a few more functional offroad addenda that afford the Japanese double-cab with a more rugged appearance.
The most prominent modification for the BT-50 LE is the specially-designed, integrated front bull bar as well as a stainless steel sports bar. The BT-50 LE is only offered in Ingot Silver body colour.
Under the bonnet, the familiar 3.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine does duty with 140 kW and 450 Nm of torque available and comes paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
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Mazda is due to introduce a number of updated models in South Africa in 2023, including a revised BT-50 double-cab bakkie. Across the pond in Australia, a more rugged BT-50 LE has been introduced. Will we get it in South Africa?
Does the Mazda BT-50 lack rugged appeal in South Africa?
The new Mazda BT-50, based on the new locally assembled Isuzu D-Max, has been on sale since 2021.
Current offerings in the double-cab bakkie segment are decisively rugged in appearance and the Mazda BT-50 bucks that trend with a look that’s far more sophisticated and “upmarket”. This facet might very well be a contributing factor to the BT-50’s lacklustre sales performance in South Africa since its arrival on local soil.
Mazda in Australia has made an effort to close this apparent gap in the BT-50’s skill set with the introduction of a new range-topping LE specification that adds a few more functional offroad addenda that afford the Japanese double-cab with a more rugged appearance.
The most prominent modification for the BT-50 LE is the specially-designed, integrated front bull bar as well as a stainless steel sports bar. The BT-50 LE is only offered in Ingot Silver body colour.
Under the bonnet, the familiar 3.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine does duty with 140 kW and 450 Nm of torque available and comes paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Rugged Mazda BT-50 Update for SA in 2023?
The current Mazda BT-50 lacks some rugged appeal but will Mazda introduce a more rugged BT-50 LE in South Africa in 2023?
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How far Mazda BT-50 sales have plunged: 2013 vs 2022
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How far Mazda BT-50 sales have plunged: 2013 vs 2022
How far Mazda BT-50 sales have plunged: 2013 vs 2022 | Life
Has the switch from Ford Ranger underpinnings to the Isuzu D-Max platform helped or hindered the Mazda BT-50 in sales terms in South Africa? News24 Motoring contributor Ryan Bubear examines the figures.
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