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Toyota HiLux vs Mazda BT-50 Comparison
Toyota HiLux
Mazda BT-50
How they stack...
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CarExpert's Take
- Remains a solid all-rounder
- Off-road ability
- Strong aftermarket support
- Interior looks and feels old
- Six-month service intervals
- Updated model is right around the corner
- Tangible driving improvement
- Best seats in the business
- Trusty, efficient Isuzu diesel
- Price is getting up there
- Interior tech outclassed by Ranger
- Save cash by adding similar upgrades to a lower grade
Standard Features
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Mica Paint (+$695)
- Metallic Paint (+$695)
Colours Available
The following choice of colours is available across the Toyota Hilux range, although not all are available on all variants.
The WorkMate and SR are limited to Glacier white, Silver Sky, Graphite and Eclipse Black. The SR5 gains Crystal Pearl and Nebula Blue. While the Rogue and Rogue X gain Feverish Red, Saturn Blue and Oxide Bronze.
- Glacier White
- Crystal Pearl
- Silver Sky
- Graphite
- Eclipse Black
- Saturn Blue
- Nebula Blue
- Feverish Red
- Oxide Bronze
Not all exterior paint colours are available across the range
Ice White is standard, while premium paint is an extra $695.
The full palette consists of:
- Red Volcano
- Concrete Grey
- Gun Blue
- Ingot Silver
- Rock Grey
- True Black
Comparison
Reviews
The Toyota HiLux is due for an update soon. We'd be waiting to see how the new model shapes up before signing for the SR5+ on test here.
Scott Collie
The Thunder Pro is the most capable BT-50 you can buy from a Mazda dealer, with much of the aftermarket work taken care of.
Mike Costello
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Specs
Type | ||
DIESEL TURBO F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | TURBO CDI | |
Size (cc) | ||
2393 - 2755 | 1898 - 2999 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.8L, 2.4L, 2.7L | 3.0L, 1.9L | |
Induction | ||
DIESEL TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | DIESEL TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
110kW - 165kW | 110kW - 140kW | |
Power RPM | ||
3000 - 5200 | 3600 | |
Torque | ||
245Nm - 550Nm | 350Nm - 450Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1400 - 4000 | 1600 - 1800 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10.2 - 15.6 | 16.3 - 16.5 |