Inside it has a practical layout but it seems a touch dated these days.

Surprisingly it also has wired smart phone mirroring.

The GT model comes with a few luxuries like

• Black leather seats,
• Front seats are heated
• Front parking sensor
• 8 way electrically adjustable driver’s seat with additional lumbar support
• Heated external mirrors for those cold or icy days and
• Remote engine start

Performance comes from a 3.0L turbo diesel engine with 140 kW of power and 450 Nm of torque available from 1600 rpm. This drives through a selectable 4WD system and a 6 Sp AT.

Towing capacity is 3500 kg and it’s a popular choice for that.

With prodigious 4WD capability, the BT-50 GT is equally at home around the suburbs, forest trails, on the beach and outback touring.

The Mazda BT-50 GT is one of those Utes you jump I  and immediately feel at home in. Its comfortable capable and easy to live with

With pricing deals from $66,990 driveaway it’s not bad value as well.

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These include:

• 18-inch machined alloy wheels
• Front LED fog lamps
• LED headlamps with auto-levelling
• Power-folding exterior mirrors
• Side-steps
• Signature daytime running lamps (DRL)
• Tow bar with receiver, tongue and wiring harness (pickup models only)
• Tub liner (pickup models only)
• 9-inch full-colour touchscreen
• Advanced keyless entry
• Dual-zone climate control
• Satellite navigation
• Tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

The BT-50 XTR  comes with the same robust 3.0 litre diesel engine with 6 speed automatic transmission. It will still do all the towing and 4WD activities that the BT-50 is well known for.

While the front seats and dash are spacious and well laid out, rear seat leg room is a touch restricted. Like most Utes this size. There are two isofix and top tether points for baby seats. But to be honest a Ute isn’t perhaps the best choice for everything you need for a baby.

Priced from  $62,750 plus the usual costs it’s not bad value.

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What is good?

• Subtle exterior styling
• 4WD and towing capability
• Interior layout and ergonomics

What is not so good?

• No hybrid version
• Rear space restricted for child seats.
• No tie down points in front of tub

Mazda BT-50 buyers could also look at:

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This was mainly because it has been pouring rain for the time we had it.

The SP comes with black and tan coloured seats. They are particularly comfortable, especially with electronic adjustment. The heating was appreciated on the cold winter mornings.

Other SP additions are mainly cosmetic. Gloss black features a lot, with sports bar, side steps, fender flares, roof rails, door handles etc. The SP also comes with a roller cover for the tub.

It is the bling model of the range.

Around town it was smooth and comfortable to drive without all of the bumping that usually comes from hard suspension Utes.

While the front seats and dash are spacious and well laid out, rear seat leg room is a touch restricted. Like most Utes this size. There are two isofix and top tether points for baby seats. But to be honest a Ute isn’t perhaps the best choice for everything you need for a baby.

Priced from  $71,500 plus the usual costs it is starting to get a little expensive.

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What is good?

• Subtle exterior styling
• 4WD and towing capability
• Interior layout and ergonomics

What is not so good?

• No hybrid version
• Rear space restricted for child seats.
• No tie down points in front of tub

Mazda BT-50 SP buyers could also look at:

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Features specific top the GT model include

• Heated exterior mirrors
• Black leather seats
• Electric driver’s seat with eight-way power adjustment
• Heated front seats
• Remote engine start
• Front parking sensors

These features make the GT model a lot more comfortable for an urban daily driver. I especially appreciated the heated seats in the cold and wet weather we had for the week.

Other features for the update include:

• A revised and larger central screen
• Revised layout for the drivers multi information display
• Easy down tailgate, which is welcome and
• New front end with LED lights.

The Mazda comes with the proven 3.0L 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine with 140 kW of power and 450Nm of torque. This is matched to an Aisin six speed AT and selectable 4WD system. It is also Rated to tow 3500kg.

The Mazda BT-50 GT is smooth riding on road. The suspension seems to soak up many of the daily bumps and it’s a comfortable place to sit.

There are two isofix and top tether points for baby seats but the rear room is tight like most Utes

Off road it remains very capable. Forest trails and dirt roads are a breeze, sand driving is easy and when it gets really rough the BT0-50 shines.

Priced from  $66,170 plus the usual costs it also represents good value.

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What is good?

• Subtle exterior styling
• 4WD and towing capability
• Interior layout and ergonomics

What is not so good?

• No hybrid version
• Rear space restricted for child seats.
• No tie down points in front of tub

Mazda BT-50 buyers could also look at:

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The BT-50 Ute is a robust and capable 4WD with a 3.0L turbo diesel engine that provides 140kW of power and 450Nm of torque. It drives though a shift in the fly dual range 4WD system and a 6 speed AT. The BT-50 makes an excellent towing vehicle with 3500kg rating and low torque delivery.

The BT-50 SP pack comes with stylish Black and driftwood leather seat trim, 18-inch alloy wheels and roof rails. In addition, there is upgraded lifted suspension with twin tube shock absorbers.

Up front there is an integrated Lightforce light bar that has excellent brightness but needs better calibration with the automatic headlights.

The BT-50 SP comes with wireless smart phone connectivity, heated front seats, and a comfortable thick rimmed steering wheel.

Its compliant around town and was at home on dirt roads, forest trails and the beach.

The Mazda BT-50 SP is priced from around $68,500 plus the usual costs and is a reliable, robust 4WD Ute.

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