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Also referred to as: Mazda BT-50 Mk.2 2019 and Mazda BT-50 Mk.2 2021. 4x4 3.2L Turbo-Diesel, 4x2Reviewer Photos & Videos
Noble commsQueensland
- 3 reviews
- BT-50 Mk.2 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel GT (2011-2020)
- Verified purchase
DPF issues, 2017 BT50
Car has been at dealer for 3 months with DPF blocked issues, get it back next day Mazda Australia ring and say fixed issues but are willing to buy vehicle back, for ridiculous amount once I remove all accessories and return to factory spec. I said no, car is good set up the way I like it, and they say fixed issues. 2 weeks later DPF reads 210% blocked again back to dealer a few more weeks, I now say buy back or replace, Mazda Australia is now saying my accessories are causing DPF issues, no problems with car until after 75k on clock, most acces...Read more
sories fitted at stealership when purchase new. Mazda Australia now not returning calls, advised car is ready for pick up again, but not doing any more tests on vehicle until put back into factory spec, this includes remove suspension, rear canopy etc until in factory spec do they can determine issue with DPF, yes really remove rear canopy, electric brakes, tow bar etc as this may be affecting DPF. Mazda Australia you are on some good drugs or absolutely just taking the p!$$ out of your loyal customers. Car has had no issues at all until battery went flat and replaced at 72k, I have explained that to Mazda but apparently that’s not the issue. Mazda BT50 good car, Mazda Australiapoorservice, customer respectPurchased in July 2021 for $50,000.00.
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Pauliboy
- 2 reviews
Fuel consumption
Up to 21.6L/100km around town. Most I've had for 70L of fuel is 480km which was Sydney Goulburn return trip driving sensibly yo try and maximise economy Very disappointed. Been battling with Mazda since for 14 months. Sometimes as low as 330km for tank of fuel. Not good when I'm trying to run my business. Also big problem with radio reception both FM and DAB. Wish I hadn't bought it now.
Purchased in December 2021 for $56,000.00.
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Stef
- 2 reviews
Fuel consumption not good
Sold my old F250 which had the 6T/Diesel in her. Used 11/100 around town and 12.5 towing "real " loads.
This thing uses 14-15 around town with me driving like an old woman with just me in it.
Recently got down to 11.7/100 freeway.
Purchased in March 2021 at East Coast Trucks for $38,000.00.
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Frank S.The Mallee, VIC
I am making oil
My 2018 BT50 oil level on the dipstick is increasing in height. This means diesel fuel is entering the lubricating oil in the sump. This creates premature engine wear as the lubricating oil is diluted. The solution the dealer in Mildura gave me was to change the engine oil. Not happy as it does not fix the problem.
Purchased in January 2021.
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No responsibility by Mazda
I bought a new Mazda BT 50 two years ago when I retired. 12 months later this is the front drivers seat. About 4 months ago I decided to ask Mazda if this was covered under warranty but head office said they wouldnt replace it as it is normal wear and tear. Bit hard to believe after only twelve months as I have had Previous cars and never had this problem. Obviously Mazda doesn't use quality material. Really disappointed that Mazda wont recognise that there could be a fault.
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karlSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 2 reviews
Design fault
Sway bar rubbed through cv boot on left side . Mazda not interested.obvious design fault but Im out of warranty even though its only done 34k. New models have been changed?....
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Sydney NSWSydney, NSW
- 2 reviews
20,000km in and going well
Almost went with another ute however pleasantly surprised with the smooth ride. Fuel consumption not great however it's not a small hatchback. Has power when needed and taken off-road a few times and performed well.
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KillaWhatSouth-Eastern Region, NSW
- 36 reviews
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- BT-50 Mk.2 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel GT (2011-2020)
- Verified purchase
The Good, The Bad and The Downright Ugly!
I thought I'd wait a few years before I submitted a review to see how it fared. You'll also find a lot of the mechanical and interior features are similar to the Ford Ranger as they share the same engine/gearbox and similar dash components. It's gone now, so time for a review! (sorry it's long, but it's pretty in depth).
I normally do long kilometres, highway, dirt roads and through snow. So if it's going to rattle apart, I'll make it! I purchased the 2014 GT series (leather seats, Bose stereo etc) and a manual gearbox as a dealer demo (2000km...Read more
on the clock). I wasn't too concerned with leather seats but that's what was in the demo model that I drove. I actually thought the leather seats would be hot in summer and cold in winter but nothing could be further from the truth. Lets start with the good stuff: Interior: Came with leather seats (drivers side electronic adjustment). You should moisturize them periodically - I think I did it 3 times and they still looked fine after 4 years. The interior is very spacious (I'm a sales rep and found the front area to have a lot of room for moving around). The back seat lifts up and you can store quite a lot of stuff on the floor. With the back seat down, you could put 3 blokes in the back and it's not so squeazy! There's three mounts for child restraints behind the back seat. Also, there's lot's of hidy holes (the centre console had a split storage compartment which I found handy), cup holders in the centre console and the doors and two compartments underneath the back seat, This model came with electric windows and central locking, The Bose stereo could play a HDD and could index every single song on it (400GB as long as it's formatted in FAT32). If your file and directory structure was clear (i.e. Band/Album etc), you could browse easily through it or hit random and it would spit out a random collection. Bluetooth connectivity is included (easy to connect and you could play music through it, use google maps). The sound was clear when talking on the phone however Mazda (in their wise wisdom), turned off text messaging. It did however have speech control (again, not that I used it). Those leather arms rests on the door...mmm, So comfy! There's Dual climate control (which I never used) and the aircon worked pretty well (except if it was a stinking 40+ day, then it just worked). The large side mirrors are handy (I found on quick trips, I didn't need to add mirrors when towing the van), The odometer had revolving info (odometer, A+B trip, fuel until empty, fuel economy, average speed). Once the fuel light comes on, you have about 80Km until you run out. Engine and driving:Purchased in February 2021 for $51,000.00.
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KathrynMid North Coast, NSW
- 4 reviews
Unreal towing smooth and comfortable
I use this 2018 bt50 for everyday driving and purchased mostly for towing horse float as towing capacity is 3500kg, tows like there is nothing behind me it is an Auto and just cruises up and down the highway and hills, love it
Purchased in March 2021 at Mazda Coffs Harbour for $60,000.00.
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WarrenSydney, NSW
- 2 reviews
Motor seized after 20000 klms
Brought a new Mazda BT 50 with $20000 worth of accs ($70000) in May 2018 . Done 20000klms, had 1 service, driven sensibility with one long trip -minimal towing . Booked in for 2 service when engine seized and blew up on freeway today . Oil and coolant blew everywhere all over car and road, smoke poured out of engine for 30 mins . Absolutely gutted as a new car actually blew an engine at 20000klms - with no warnings or lights on instruments on Panel ..How can you possible blow an engine in a new car after 20000 klms of a serviced and well m...Read more
anaged car ? There is just no quality control with new cars these days - criminal when you are forking our $60000 to $70000 .Owned 4 Toyota’s before this went to Mazda this time as I wanted a 3.2 litre and was recommended - maybe a mistake . I await a response from Mazda as the Ute sits idle at dealers and I sit car less at home ! A new vehicle replacement would be nice ! It will be interesting if Mazda stands behind its products ! I’ll keep you informed of Mazda’s response !! Warren Absolutely gobsmacked Yagoona NswPurchased in May 2021 at Mazda Dealers.
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DeuceMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 6 reviews
Mazda Bt50... Bloody brilliant..
I bought a new 2018 xtr with all of the towing options to tow a 3 tonne caravan and the family around Australia for 12 months...
It was perfect... Amazing... And didn't miss a beat. All laden with 6 tonne it still pulled like a freight train. We even went off road and pulled the van through severe bulldust that was so deep I couldn't have walked through it... The bt just kept pushing through with half throttle. We were aMazed at how good it was.
We only bought the bt initially as it was 15 grand less than the Ford ranger but it was worth it...
Just sold the bt after 30 000km and only made a small loss..
I recommend the bt50 to everyone I meet who needs a tough ute and towing power.
Purchased in April 2021 for $50,000.00.
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Dave TannerSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 2 reviews
Gearbox let go at 60k
Manual gearbox failed at 60k and the best Mazda can do is leave me for 3 weeks before any suitable repair can be made under warranty - absolute no chance of making the Mazda mistake again
Purchased in July 2021 for $56,000.00.
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Not bad
Had this car for a few years now, can't complain. It did the job. Had a few issues, parts were surprisingly affordable. Would recommend it for someone who has lot's of pick ups as it is powerful enough.
Purchased in March 2021.
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frankwonthaggi
- 2 reviews
fuel consumption whilst towing
dpf (diesel particulate filter) i owned 2013 bt 50 xtr and tow a 3 ton caravan to darwin and back home to victoria each year so happy was i that when i returned home last year i upgrade to a new 2018 sept build gt bt50 i have a scan guage and one setting on scan guage measures g e t (gas exhaust temperature) not towing every 80 k,s the g e t rises from 300 degrees celcius to 600 c and burns for 17 k,s about 1.6 litres of diesel is injected into cylinder on exhaust stroke and burns the particultes (soot) that are trapped in the dpf whilst ...Read more
towing however the burns happen more regular and i noted 3 burns every 115k,s this is unbelievable as it wastes about 4.5 litres of diesel every 100 k,s my older bt 50 would average around 17litres per 100 whereas my new bt50 average this year to darwin was 22litres per 100 k,s i used an extra 200 litres of fuel for the same journey the worst with head winds 24 litres per 100 k,s the best 19 litres per 100 k,s with tail wind when i purchased vehicle i was told consumption would be the same as my old bt 50. not towing old vehicle 9.2 litres per 100 k,s new vehicle 13 litres per 100 k,s driven the same same accessories same tyres The new vehicle is fitted the same as previous vehicle same accessories etc if i knew what i know now 8 months ago i would have kept my old vehicle. from late 2016 all diesel vehicles coming in to australia have to comply with euro 5 emissions and that will kill the dominence of the diesel car used for towing. so in the future what will we use to tow i warn everyone too think intensly if your worried about fuel economy on what to purchase i can assure you dont purchase a mazda or ford ranger as i have spoken to ranger owners and they are wasting about the same fuel as the mazda they have the same engine and transmission only slightly different computer settingsPurchased in November 2021 at berwick mazda for $55,000.00.
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frankGippsland, VIC
fuel consumption
my previous car was 2013 3.2 bt 50 after 120,000 k,s i was so happy i traded in for a new bt 50 sept 2018 build at home in country victoria old car 8.7 to 9.2 litres per 100 k,s new car 12.4 to 13.5 litres per 100 i have scan guage fitted one of the guages has g e t (gas exhaust temperature) setting this is the only way you know when a regen or burn is occuring in dpf (diesel particulate filter) in this vehicle. this occurs around every 80k,s then a burn occurs for around 17 k,s i know this because the g e t are around 300 degrees celcius a...Read more
nd then they rise up to 600 degrees celcius . i tow a 3 ton caravan to darwin each year and i usually average around 17 litres per 100 k,s 14 litres with tail wind and 19 litres with head wind however this year with new vehicle i averaged 22 litrs per 100 k,s 24 litres head wind and 19 litres tail wind. new car has the exact accessories as old car bullbar canopy etc same weight towing same caravan however i kept a close eye on scan guage after a burn lasting 15 k,s it would travel around 25 to 30 k,s and then another burn would occur so every 40-45 k,s there would be a complete cycle around 3 burns every 110-115 k,s at about 1.6 litres of diesel would get injected each burn into the cylinders on the exhaust stroke and the unburnt diesel gets caught in the dpf and burns the diesel particulates (soot) trapped in the filter stopping every one from getting cancer this year i used an extra 200 litres of fuel to arrive at the same destination of the last 10 years i can warn people that are concious of fuel economy dont buy a mazda bt 50 or ford ranger as the 2 have identical motors and transmissions only difference is slightly different computer settings and i have spoken to ranger owners and they too are using excessive fuel the sales people assured me when i purchased new car that the fuel economy was the same even on the front windscreen the fuel usage was the same as in 2013 when i purchased my first bt 50. the days of using diesels to tow caravans and heavy trailers are coming to an end since late 2016 all diesel cars coming in to australia have to comply with euro 5 emissionsPurchased in November 2021 at Berwick Motor Group for $55,000.00.
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Ex Mazda customerDarwin, NT
Floor falling apart
Bought a new freestyle bt50 and noticed the vinyl flooring warping, Mazda Darwin told me there’s no point replacing it as they are all a faulty batch and would just be as bad as the original, seriously what an answer
Purchased in April 2021 at Mazda Dealers for $41,000.00.
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Mazda BT50 - Problems from day one !
Mazda BT50 nothing but problems from day one!
This has included the car being delivered with a dent in the bonnet (that ever other person except Mazda can see), tailgate badge not straight, ongoing issues with the gear box even after being replaced under warranty, driveline vibrations that was fixed under warranty, DPF regen problems, leaking rear main fixed under warranty, leaking rear axel seal fix under warranty.
I have never had so much trouble with a vehicle and is the worst purchase to date.
I will never buy a Mazda again.
Purchased in August 2021.
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Honest purchaserIllawarra, NSW
- 7 reviews
BT50 and service
Purchased 8 months ago. Painful purchase and information by sales and company conflicting. Purchases new and also new Mazda canopy. Canopy leaks and was told...you need to expect a canopy leaks. Um...no! They are to keep things dry and secure. Did not just leak...flooded and wet all camping equipment. They siliconed and what a mess. Still leaks. Was told to find the leak and let them know. Sorry that's not how srrvice works. Siliconed again. Still leaks. So found it myself which is no where near the 2 different siliconed areas. They will now hear about it at service time. I have spoken to others and been advised...no my canopy does not leak. Dear me Mazda. Improve your service.
Purchased in August 2021 at Mazda Dealers.
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Jarrod M.South East Queensland, QLD
Poor fuel consumption. I feel ripped off
2018 Xt with a dpf filter. Use my car for work. I actually love the car. I am just extremely disappointed with the fuel consumption. 13.7 L/100 around town I’m actually scared to do the math at the bowser because I no it will be higher then it states on the dash. Has anyone had any luck at the dealer sorting out a solution? False advertising!!!!!!!
Purchased in January 2021 for $37,000.00.
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cameroon
- 5 reviews
No support from Mazda Just an$8000.00 quote to fix Be very aware
My2017 BT50 has a blocked DPF at 87,000 kilometres . Went to Mazda they said I must have got a bad tank of fuel . They said the cost was round $8000.00 to repair . I only use BP fuel travel country miles (no City ) driving at all . Most trips are around 250 k each time . I find this appalling that this is not covered under warranty . This is my 16th Mazda and my last . I have since found out that Mazda have replaced some of these BUT BUT BUT only if you have had all your services done by a Mazda Dealer . That stinks as there is no Mazda dealer where I live so I get it serviced by a local mechanic .
Purchased in February 2021.
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Questions & Answers
Carollyn M.asked
Why is my BT50 recording conversations and replaying them 2or more years later?
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Never heard of this one. That poses privacy issues as they could listen to those when vehicle is in for service potentially. I'd be talking to someone about this maybe Fair Trading or Consumer Affairs.
Sassysue J.asked
What fuse does parkers come under?
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Jodie S.asked
I can't get my radio to respond at all after a flat battery. Any ideas??
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Les B.
Can anyone tell me if you can run two batters in a 2017 BT50