The Isuzu-based pickup now features a more powerful 2.2-liter turbocharged diesel four-cylinder in Australia
Mazda BT-50 gains a new 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine in Australia . It’s more powerful and efficient than the previous 1.9-liter diesel unit. Engine is exclusive to entry-level XS trim with multiple body styles.
Upgrades have landed in the Australian lineup of Mazda’s BT-50 pickup, this time centered on a fresh powertrain option. A new 2.2-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel steps in for the old 1.9-liter unit, delivering more power, better efficiency, and a healthy boost in towing muscle. The engine was originally introduced last year in Thailand under the skin of the mechanically related Isuzu D-Max pickup and MU-X SUV. It was then adopted by the Thai-spec Mazda BT-50 that shares the same underpinnings as the Isuzu pickup. All three models have now reached the Australian shores. Stronger Numbers The new 2.2-liter diesel produces 161 hp and 400 Nm of torque, an increase of 13 hp and 50 Nm compared to the outgoing 1.9-liter unit. It is matched to a new eight-speed automatic gearbox, with drive sent to either the rear wheels or all four corners depending on the variant. According to Mazda, the new pairing improves fuel consumption by up to 0.7 l/100 km and lowers CO2 emissions by up to 17g/km. However, in the entry-level Single Cab Chassis XS trim, the savings compared to the previous configuration are only 0.1 l/100 km and 1 g/km CO2. More: The EV Truck Wave Is Growing But Mazda Is Steering The Other Way For those who want more power, the flagship 3.0-liter diesel option remains available with 187 hp and 450 Nm of torque. This version has gained a new Idle Stop System, reducing fuel consumption by anywhere between 0.2l and 0.9 l/100km. Regardless of the powertrain, all variants of the BT-50 are now rated with a towing capacity of 3,500 kg , matching the standard of the midsize pickup segment. Entry-Level Workhorse In Australia, the 2.2-liter diesel is reserved for the entry-level XS trim of the BT-50. Still, buyers have a choice between the Single Cab Chassis, Dual Cab Chassis, and Dual Cab Pickup bodystyles. The chassis models ride on 17-inch steelies, while the pickup trades them for alloys. More: 2025 Mazda BT-50 Facelift Brings Sporty New Face And Bigger Screens Standard equipment includes LED headlights, an 8-inch infotainment with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a rear-view camera, and adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go. This sounds pretty good for a workhorse, although it can't match the features of the significantly more expensive SP flagship trim. Deliveries of the updated BT-50 range begin in October. The 2.2-liter models are AU$1,500 more expensive than the outgoing 1.9-liter versions but still AU$2,500 cheaper than the equivalent 3.0-liter diesel trims. Mazda BT-50 2.2-liter DieselPriceSingle Cab Chassis XS 4x2AU$ 37,900 Dual Cab Pickup XS 4x2AU$ 46,710 Dual Cab Chassis XS 4x4 AU$ 53,120 Dual Cab Pickup XS 4x4AU$ 54,720 Isuzu Joins The Pack Isuzu has also added the 2.2-liter engine to its Australian-spec D-Max pickup and MU-X SUV. Pricing sits around AU$2,000 less than the equivalent 3.0-liter versions. The Isuzu D-Max comes in slightly under the Mazda twin and is available in higher trims such as the X-Rider. Isuzu D-Max 2.2-liter DieselPriceSingle Cab Chassis SX 4x2AU$ 36,200 Crew Cab Chassis SX 4x2AU$ 42,700 Crew Ute SX 4x2AU$ 44,200 Crew Cab Chassis SX 4x4AU$ 50,700 Crew Ute SX 4x4AU$ 52,200 Crew Ute LSM X-Rider 4x4AU$ 59,500 Isuzu Australia
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