2024 Mazda BT-50 Gets Subtle Makeover But Skips Isuzu’s Tech Upgrades

The Mazda BT-50 underwent a subtle facelift in Thailand, primarily concentrating on exterior design enhancements, while retaining its existing turbodiesel powertrains. The timing of its release in other markets, such as Australia, remains unclear.

Interestingly, Mazda’s midsize pickup doesn’t inherit the technological updates introduced by the mechanically-related Isuzu D-Max which was facelifted a few months ago.The design of the Mazda BT-50 hasn’t changed much, despite the fact that it has been on sale since 2020. The most important update for 2024 is the adoption of the black grille from the flagship SP across all trims, replacing the chrome finish seen in the previous model.

Additionally, the front bumper has undergone slight tweaks, now featuring a more robust skid plate on higher-spec variants.More: Mazda BT-50 Improves Its Off-Road Credentials With Two New Accessory PacksFurthermore, the new “Black Thunder” accessory set is available for high-spec trims, adding a rugged skid plate at the front, a sports bar, and fender extensions, all finished in gloss black. The same treatment has been applied to the door handles, mirror caps, and 18-inch alloy wheels.In terms of body styles, the Mazda BT-50 offers two options: the Freestyle Cab, featuring two doors and an extended rear bed, or the Double Cab, with four doors and a roomier five-seater cabin.Moving to the interior, the Mazda BT-50 retains its 9-inch infotainment touchscreen (or 7-inch in base models), now offering wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.

However, unlike the Isuzu D-Max, which received a new 7-inch digital instrument cluster, the BT-50 keeps its traditional dials with the smaller 4.2-inch screen between them. Higher-spec models boast brown and black leather upholstery, an 8-speaker audio system, and an Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) suite, including adaptive cruise control with stop & go functionality.The powertrain lineup of the Mazda BT-50 is carried over without any changes.

The entry-level models feature a 1.9-liter turbodiesel producing 148 hp (110 kW / 150 PS) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. The higher-end versions get the more powerful 3.0-liter