The All-New Mazda BT-50 has been revealed.

Mazda has finally revealed its third-generation BT-50. Here’s what this stylish, rugged vehicle has to offer. The model is based on Isuzu’s trusted line of pickup trucks but designed with Mazda’s Kodo Soul of Motion aesthetic philosophy. The result is a truck that’s decidedly sleek and modern. On the inside, it’s crafted to go above and beyond what you’d expect from a pickup truck and provides drivers with a comfortable, upscale ride. Mazda has applied its Kodo design philosophy to the new bakkie, which has far better proportions and detailing, especially when viewed from the front.

The Mazda BT-50 seats five people and boasts a maximum payload of 2,348 pounds. On top of that, it’s powerful enough to tow up to 7,716 pounds. Under the hood, this refreshed truck sports a 3.0-liter diesel engine that pumps out 187 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. Currently, there are no available estimates on the model’s fuel efficiency.

While the Mazda BT-50 is about to be fully redesigned, we expect a few features to be retained between generations. These include necessities like four-wheel drive and standard smartphone compatibility, as well as available accessories like a nudge bar and an air intake snorkel for driving though dusty conditions. We also expect chassis cab models to make a comeback.

Headlights are now smaller and more rectangular in shape, while the large grille is balanced in appearance, by four bold horizontal slats. The successful design of Mazda’s SUVs and crossovers have definitely influenced its new bakkie.

The 2021 Mazda BT-50 will be the most technically advanced model to wear the badge, available with safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, blind zone warning, and rear cross-traffic alert. Added comfort and convenience features include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and height & reach adjustable steering. Mazda South Africa says it will confirm local arrival timing within the next few weeks.

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