The facelifted Mazda BT-50 bakkie makes its market introduction this week. Here are the specifications and pricing for this new product.

This generation of the Mazda BT-50 was introduced to the South African market back in 2012. It was marketed as an Active Lifestyle Vehicle, which meant that the BT-50 was aimed at more the leisure end of the market as opposed to the workhorse. What's new for 2017? There's new exterior styling, which includes a new face, redesigned side steps, rear combination lamps and 17-inch aluminium wheels. The cabinhas also been refined to give a higher-quality feel with the addition of Bluetooth, steering wheel switches and cruise control from the SLX model. The SLE model picks up new features that include a rear-view camera, an auto-dimming mirror and electrical driver seat adjustment.

The Mazda BT-50 double cab range comprises2.2L 4×2 6MT SLE, 3.2L 4×4 6MT SLE and 3.2L 4×4 6AT SLE as well as new models: a 2.2L 4×2 6MT SLX and 2.2L 4×2 6AT SLE. The facelifted Mazda BT-50 is assembled in Thailand. There are 7 colour finishes: True Red, Aluminum Metallic, Cool White, Jet Black, Deep Crystal Blue, Blue Reflex and Titanium Flash.

Mazda BT-50 Model Lineup

The BT-50 Mazda Care plan is now aligned with that of Mazda passenger vehicles; with a 3-year unlimited kilometre factory warranty, 3-year service plan and 3-year roadside assistance. For complete peace of mind motoring; a Customer Service Guarantee on pre-arranged repairs is also included.

BT-50 2.2L DE SLX 6MT 4X2 – R441 600

Maximum power: 110 kW @ 3 700 rpmPeaktorque: 375 Nm @ 1 500-2 500 rpmFuel consumption 7.6 L/100km6-speed manual transmission6 speakers16-inch alloy wheelsBluetoothIntegrated Audio system (Radio/CD/USB/Aux)Multi-functional steering wheelCruise controlLocking rear diff (LRD)Tailgate lockCloth seatsTemperature displayFront power windows6 Airbags (D+P+S+C)Side stepFront fog lampsPower adjustable mirrors/power foldAir conditioning

BT-50 2.2L DE SLE 6MT 4X2 – R447 000,R497 700 (Auto)

6-speed manual/automatic transmissionDual-zoneairconLeather seatsChrome power windowsIntegrated Audio system – high17” Alloy wheelsHeadlamps Auto on/offRain sensing wipersParking sensorsReverse cameraAuto dimming mirrorElectrical seat adjustment (Driver)Leather gear knobElectrical driver lumbar support

BT-50L 3.2L DE SLE 6MT 4X4 – R541 700,R555 700 (Auto)

Max power 147 kW @ 3000rpmMax torque 470 Nm @ 1750-2500rpmFuel consumption Man (9.3 L/100km) Auto (9.7 L/100km)Load Adaptive ControlTrailer Sway MitigationRoll Over MitigationHill Launch AssistHill Descent Control

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