Verdict
The Mazda BT-50 TF is the work-focused entry point: RM92,729 buys a 1.9-litre, 148 hp/350 Nm diesel, six-speed manual and two-seat, two-door cabin. The Facelift costs RM47,689 more at RM140,418, but brings a 3.0-litre 188 hp/450 Nm diesel, six-speed automatic and five seats. Its annual road tax rises sharply from RM399 to RM1,638. For Malaysian private use, the newer truck’s seven airbags, autonomous braking and rear-seat practicality justify the stretch if the higher running bill is acceptable; the older TF makes sense as the simpler, cheaper load carrier.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 TF if you need the lower RM92,729 entry price, a six-speed manual and only two seats.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift if you want 188 hp, 450 Nm, a six-speed automatic and proper five-seat family usability.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda BT-50 TF RM92,729; Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift RM140,418.
- Engine output: 1,898 cc, 148 hp and 350 Nm; 2,999 cc, 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Transmission: six-speed manual; six-speed conventional automatic.
- Cabin capacity: two doors and two seats; four doors and five seats.
- Safety: two airbags; seven airbags plus Smart City Brake Support.
- Road tax: RM399 per year; RM1,638 per year.
TF
- RM47,689 lower purchase price.
- Six-speed manual transmission.
- 215 kg lighter at 1,800 kg.
- 148 hp and 350 Nm trail the Facelift’s 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Only two doors, two seats and no rear bench.
- Two airbags; it lacks the Facelift’s autonomous braking and blind-spot information system.
TF Facelift
- 188 hp and 450 Nm from the 3.0-litre diesel.
- Six-speed automatic, adaptive cruise control and reverse camera.
- Seven airbags, Smart City Brake Support and blind-spot information system.
- RM47,689 more expensive than the BT-50 TF.
- Annual road tax is RM1,239 higher.
- At 2,015 kg, it is 215 kg heavier.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM92,729✓ | RM140,418 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM399✓ | RM1,638 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common Rail Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 1,898 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 148 hp at 3,600 rpm | 188 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 80 mm × 94.4 mm | 95.4 mm × 104.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16.5 | 16.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Manual | 6AT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,320 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,770 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 1,800 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 76 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 205/R16C | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/R16C | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Steel | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 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 | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver and Front Passenger Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | 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 | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 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, 2 Speakers | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | 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 |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 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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TF vs TF Facelift FAQ
Is the Mazda BT-50 TF or Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift better?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift is the better all-rounder: it has 188 hp, 450 Nm, an automatic gearbox, five seats, seven airbags and autonomous braking. The older BT-50 TF is the better budget choice at RM92,729.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift costs RM140,418 versus RM92,729 for the Mazda BT-50 TF, a difference of RM47,689. Its annual road tax is also RM1,638, compared with RM399.
Which BT-50 has more safety equipment?
The Mazda BT-50 TF Facelift does. It has seven airbags, Smart City Brake Support, collision warning, blind-spot information, front and rear parking sensors, and a reverse camera. The BT-50 TF has two airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control.
