The Mazda BT-50 is near identical to the Ford Ranger of the same age, but unlike the Ranger, the replacement was never launched in the UK. However, as a second hand buy, the reliable 2006 generation BT-50 makes a good purchase.

Overall, Mazda vehicles are reliable and will last for many years. However, some Mazda models tend to break in specific ways. Here are some of the most common issues you should know: Defective clutch system – According to several owner reports, Mazda has a problematic clutch system that consists of faulty release levers, pins, and bearings. These defects result in premature wear of the clutch and eventually lead to failure.

2013 Mazda BT-50 XT UP The vehicle has been totally reliable since new, and effective as a tow vehicle (particularly for a 21 ft caravan). Its comfort levels are acceptable but without a load in the tray it tends to be quite rigid.

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BT-50 2017 model XT: Added a lot of off-road modifications and found this 4×4 to be strong and reliable and goes everywhere with is rear locker as factory standard. Tows our two 16.3 hand stock horses easily.

The BT-50 is generally reliable, but having done almost 400,000 km you have to hope for the best and be prepared for the worst. Having a good service record is a bonus. Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice.

Isuzu engines will now power the 2021 Mazda BT-50. A 3.0-liter four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine with 190 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque comes standard. This is a downgrade from the previous engine, which was a 3.3-liter inline five option with 200 horsepower. This will help the Mazda BT-50 be more fuel-efficient even though it will suffer …

The new BT-50 is essentially a re-skinned Isuzu D-Max, and that is the all-new 2020 D-Max that launched just a few months before the BT-50 hit the market. Mazda is banking on Isuzu's reputation for engineering strong, reliable vehicles and class-leading levels of safety technology in sharing the D-Max's platform, while wrapping it in …

Fast-forward to 2022 and Mazda has started the new year by plugging a few holes in its BT-50 line-up and bookending it with two new variants, SP and XS. Sitting above the GT but below the Thunder is the all-new SP, a model Mazda Australia expects will rival the likes of Ford's Ranger Wildtrak. The 3.-litre-powered BT-50 SP is listed at …

Re: 2013 Mazda BT-50 3.2 SLE Good or Bad. My experience exactly opposite: 2014 BT50 3.2 Auto, NO, ZERO, problems. The brake pads have seen 42k km now and good for probably another 20k km. I don't do severe offroad, but had to navigate some nasty conditions due to circumstances, ranging from very deep mud (I had to be pulled out by a tractor …