Verdict
At RM80,528, the Mazda BT-50 Mk2 is the far cheaper route into a 4x4 pickup, leaving RM59,890 in hand versus the RM140,418 Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift. But the newer truck answers with a 3.0-litre 188 hp/450 Nm diesel and six-speed automatic against the Mk2’s 2.2-litre 150 hp/375 Nm manual. It also cuts the safety deficit decisively, with seven airbags, stability control and Smart City Brake Support rather than two airbags alone. Budget for RM1,638 annual road tax, however, against RM598 for the Mk2.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 Mk2 if a much lower entry price, lower road tax and its 80-litre tank matter more than an automatic gearbox and newer safety kit.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift if you want 188 hp, 450 Nm, a six-speed automatic and substantially stronger active and passive safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda BT-50 Mk2 RM80,528; Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift RM140,418.
- Engine output: Mk2 150 hp and 375 Nm from 2,198 cc; TF Facelift 188 hp and 450 Nm from 2,999 cc.
- Transmission: Mk2 six-speed manual; TF Facelift six-speed conventional automatic.
- Safety: Mk2 has two airbags and no stability control; TF Facelift has seven airbags and stability control.
- Driver assistance: Mk2 has no autonomous braking or adaptive cruise control; TF Facelift has Smart City Brake Support and adaptive cruise control.
- Warranty: Mk2 is covered for three years/100,000 km; TF Facelift for five years/100,000 km.
Mk2
- RM59,890 lower purchase price.
- Lower RM598 annual road tax.
- 80-litre fuel tank versus 76 litres.
- Only two airbags, versus seven in the TF Facelift.
- No stability control, autonomous braking, collision warning or blind spot information system.
- Six-speed manual instead of the TF Facelift’s six-speed automatic.
TF Facelift
- 188 hp and 450 Nm, up from 150 hp and 375 Nm.
- Seven airbags, stability control and Smart City Brake Support.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- RM59,890 more expensive to buy.
- RM1,638 annual road tax, RM1,040 more than the Mk2.
- 76-litre fuel tank, four litres smaller than the Mk2’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM80,528✓ | 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 vs TF Facelift FAQ
Is the Mazda BT-50 Mk2 or Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift better?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift is the better-equipped and more powerful pickup, with 188 hp, 450 Nm, an automatic gearbox, seven airbags and active safety systems. The Mk2 makes more sense only when its lower purchase price and RM598 road tax are decisive.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift costs RM59,890 more than the Mazda BT-50 Mk2. That gap also brings a larger 3.0-litre diesel, six-speed automatic, seven airbags, stability control and a five-year warranty.
Which BT-50 has the better safety equipment?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift has the clear advantage: seven airbags, stability control, blind spot information, collision warning, Smart City Brake Support and lane-keeping warning. The Mk2 has two airbags and ABS/EBD, but no stability control.
