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Mazda BT-50 2020
Carsguide Contributing Journalist Mark Oastler had this to say at the time: After almost a decade of service, the BT-50 is still a competent all-rounder in the local 4x4 dual cab ute battle and armed with a competitive warranty. So, if best-in-class safety is not a priority and you're looking for an all-terrain one-tonner that's a cut above a base model, then the mid-spec XTR is a well-rounded package worthy of consideration.
You can read the full review here.This is what Mark Oastler liked most about this particular version of the Mazda BT-50: One tonne payload, Strong engine-braking, Low-stress performance
The 2020 Mazda BT-50 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 3500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
Mazda BT-50 2020 News
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New Mazda BT-50 2021 lands in October: Isuzu D-Max twin only months away, but will it make a dent in Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger?
Why Isuzu wants you to pick new D-Max 2021 over new Mazda BT-50 2021
Why new Mazda BT-50 2021 won't suffer same fate as Mercedes-Benz X-Class despite premium push
2020 new car sales race: How Toyota, Holden, Mazda and Mitsubishi are tracking
Will Mazda have a flagship BT-50 dual-cab ute to take on the Ford Ranger Raptor?
New Mazda BT-50 2021 to score full accessory suite at launch
Why Mazda wants you to pick the new BT-50 2021 over the Isuzu D-Max 2021
Mazda BT-50 2020 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Mazda BT-50 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Steering locking up in my 2013 Mazda BT-50
Rather than the steering completely locking up, it’s more likely you’re feeling steering that has lost is power-assistance. It can make the wheel extremely heavy and could feel as though the car won’t steer at all. This is linked to the engine stalling, because the power-steering on this vehicle is driven by a belt from the engine. No engine means no power-assistance.
The other questions, of course, are why is the engine stalling and why only on left-hand turns. There are plenty of things that can cause a modern engine to stall from a dirty fuel filter to a blocked injector or an electronic fault. And about a million things in between. An electronic scan of the vehicle might throw up a fault code that will help a mechanic unravel what’s going on.
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Is it common for a 2019 Mazda BT-50 or Ford Ranger to blow a motor due to a faulty oil pump?
We have heard some reports of Ranger and BT-50 (they're the same vehicle mechanically) suffering oil pump failures with fairly terminal results for the rest of the engine. The other quirk with this engine is that you can't drain the engine of oil and leave it for any more than a few minutes without the pump running dry and needing to be primed before the engine is started.
Not all mechanics know this and many a Ranger or BT-50 engine has been destroyed when the oil has been dropped from the sump and the mechanic has gone to make a cup of tea or do some paperwork. They return half an hour later, replace the sump plug, fill the engine with oil and start it up. But because the pump hasn't primed, there's effectively no oil pressure and the engine is reduced to scrap in a few short seconds.
The problem is partly to do with the different design of the pump and there are even companies that have engineered more conventional oil pumps to replace the standard units on these engines.
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There is no option for car heating in my 2013 Mazda BT-50
I can assure you the 2013 BT-50 was, indeed, engineered with a heater and this came standard with any BT-50. The dial that controls the coldness of the air-conditioning is the same one that controls the heating. Turn the dial all the way clockwise and you should have warm air entering the cabin through the various vents.
If not, then I'd suggest that a previous owner has blocked off the car's coolant supply to the heater core by rerouting the plumbing so the hot engine coolant no longer enters the heat exchanger in the cabin. This was probably done because the heat exchanger was leaking and this was a quick way to stop the leak and keep the vehicle operational, albeit without a heater. It's one of the oldest tricks in the used-car book.
The best bet is to take the car to a radiator specialist who will be able to figure out what has been removed or bypassed and reinstate the necessary hardware so that your car is heated once again.
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Indicator and speedometer issues in a 2010 Mazda BT-50
Modern vehicles have lots of electronics that operate functions such as the dashboard and warning lights. If the car is showing a 4WD light when it's not actually in 4WD, then there's an electrical glitch somewhere in the system.
But the fact that it occurs in tandem with a second fault (the incorrect speedo reading) makes us wonder if you're not looking at something as fundamental as a bad earth somewhere on the car. Electricity can't flow if the circuit isn't earthed, and this is a common source of problems like the one you're seeing. A good auto electrician should be able to sort both problems with simple test gear. If not, a scan of the vehicle's systems may throw up the answer.
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Mazda BT-50 2020 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
Mazda BT-50 Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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Boss (4X4) | Dual Cab | 3.2L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $48,950 | $56,210 | |
GT (4X4) | Dual Cab | 3.0L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $51,040 | $58,630 | |
GT (4X4) | Dual Cab | 3.0L Diesel 6 SP MAN | $48,400 | $55,660 | |
GT (4X4) (5YR) | Dual Cab | 3.2L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $50,050 | $57,530 | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Extra Cab | 3.2L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $32,560 | $38,720 | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Extra Cab | 3.2L Diesel 6 SP MAN | $30,470 | $36,740 | |
XT (4X4) (5YR) | Extra Cab | 3.2L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $38,610 | $45,430 | |
XT (4X4) (5YR) | Extra Cab | 3.2L Diesel 6 SP MAN | $36,520 | $43,450 | |
XT (4X2) | Single Cab | 3.0L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $33,000 | $39,270 | |
XT (4X4) | Single Cab | 3.0L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $39,490 | $46,420 | |
XT (4X4) | Single Cab | 3.0L Diesel 6 SP MAN | $37,400 | $44,000 | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 2.2L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $25,630 | $31,680 | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 2.2L Diesel 6 SP MAN | $23,100 | $28,490 | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 3.2L Diesel 6 SP MAN | $24,420 | $30,140 | |
XT (4X4) (5YR) | Ute | 3.2L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $34,760 | $41,360 |
Mazda BT-50 2020 Towing capacity
The Mazda BT-50’s towing capacity ranges from 2500kg to 3500kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Mazda BT-50 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 2.2L,Diesel,6 SP MAN | 2500kg | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 3.2L,Diesel,6 SP MAN | 3500kg | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 2.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 2500kg | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 3.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 3500kg |
Mazda BT-50 2020 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2020 Mazda BT-50 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1870mm x 1821mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Mazda BT-50 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 1703x1850x5124 mm | 201 mm | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 1800x1850x5124 mm | 232 mm | |
XT (4X2) | Ute | 1800x1870x5320 mm | 325 mm | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 1815x1850x5373 mm | 232 mm |
Mazda BT-50 2020 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2020 Mazda BT-50 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
Mazda BT-50 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 215x70 R16 | 16x7 inches | 215x70 R16 | 16x7 inches | |
XT (4X2) (5YR) | Ute | 255x70 R16 | 16x7 inches | 255x70 R16 | 16x7 inches | |
XT (4X2) | Ute | 255x65 R17 1 | — | 255x65 R17 1 | — | |
XT (4X4) (5YR) | Ute | 255x70 R16 | 16x7 inches | 255x70 R16 | 16x7 inches |
Mazda BT-50 2020 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2020 Mazda BT-50 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Mazda BT-50 currently offers fuel consumption from 7.7 to 10L/100km. The Mazda BT-50 is available with the following fuel type: Diesel.
Mazda BT-50 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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Boss (4X4) | Ute | 3.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 10L/100km | |
GT (4X4) | Ute | 3.0L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 8L/100km | |
GT (4X4) | Ute | 3.0L,Diesel,6 SP MAN | 8L/100km | |
GT (4X4) (5YR) | Ute | 3.2L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 10L/100km |