Verdict
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift is the more complete new-generation choice: its 3.0-litre diesel makes 188 hp and 450 Nm, against the Mk2 Facelift’s 150 hp and 375 Nm, and it pairs that with a six-speed automatic, seven airbags and stability control. The RM49,940 gap also brings adaptive cruise control, Smart City Brake Support and a 9-inch touchscreen. For a Malaysian buyer watching upfront and annual costs, the Mk2 Facelift remains the rational outgoing pick at RM90,478 with RM598 road tax, but it is markedly less well equipped on safety.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 Mk2 Facelift if RM90,478 pricing, RM598 annual road tax and an 80-litre fuel tank matter more than automatic convenience and active safety kit.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift if you want 188 hp, 450 Nm, a six-speed automatic and seven airbags with stability control.
Key differences
- Price: Mk2 Facelift RM90,478; TF Facelift RM140,418.
- Engine output: Mk2 Facelift 150 hp and 375 Nm; TF Facelift 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Transmission: Mk2 Facelift six-speed manual; TF Facelift six-speed conventional automatic.
- Safety: Mk2 Facelift two airbags and no stability control; TF Facelift seven airbags and stability control.
- Wheels and tyres: Mk2 Facelift 16-inch alloys with 255/70R16 tyres; TF Facelift 18-inch alloys with 265/60R18 tyres.
- Dimensions and tank: Mk2 Facelift is 5,365 mm long with a 3,220 mm wheelbase and 80-litre tank; TF Facelift is 5,280 mm long with a 3,125 mm wheelbase and…
Mk2 Facelift
- RM49,940 cheaper to buy.
- RM598 annual road tax versus RM1,638.
- 80-litre fuel tank and 3,220 mm wheelbase.
- Six-speed manual instead of the TF Facelift’s six-speed automatic.
- Two airbags and no stability control, versus seven airbags and stability control.
- No adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or reverse camera.
TF Facelift
- 188 hp and 450 Nm from the 3.0-litre diesel.
- Seven airbags, stability control and Smart City Brake Support.
- 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Costs RM49,940 more.
- RM1,638 annual road tax, RM1,040 higher than the Mk2 Facelift.
- 76-litre fuel tank, versus 80 litres in the Mk2 Facelift.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM90,478✓ | RM140,418 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM598✓ | RM1,638 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, common-rail, turbocharged | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 2,198 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 150 hp at 3,700 rpm | 188 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 375 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 86 mm × 94.6 mm | 95.4 mm × 104.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5 | 16.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT-LSD | 6AT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,365 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,821 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,220 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,091 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 76 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — Equivalent to Ford Ranger with 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 three-point, 1 rear centre lap | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen reflector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | — | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with CD, MP3, AUX and USB, 6 Speakers | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Passenger Auto Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Mk2 Facelift vs TF Facelift FAQ
Is the Mazda BT-50 Mk2 Facelift or Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift better?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift is better equipped and more powerful, with 188 hp, 450 Nm, automatic transmission, seven airbags and stability control. The Mk2 Facelift is the cost-led choice, saving RM49,940 upfront and RM1,040 a year in road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift costs RM140,418, which is RM49,940 more than the Mazda BT-50 Mk2 Facelift at RM90,478.
Which BT-50 has the better safety equipment?
The TF Facelift does. It has seven airbags, stability control, blind-spot monitoring, collision warning, Smart City Brake Support and a reverse camera. The Mk2 Facelift has two airbags and ABS/EBD, but no listed stability control or autonomous braking.
