2026 Mazda BT-50 TFS40J XT Ice White 6 Speed Sports Automatic Utility

The 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT is a four-door diesel utility designed to combine everyday usability with the capability expected of a modern 4WD. Finished in Ice White, this new-generation workhorse pairs a 3.0-litre diesel engine with a six-speed sports automatic transmission, giving it a straightforward specification for mixed urban, touring and load-carrying duties.

Its 4WD system, selectable driving modes, hill-descent control and front and middle skid plates provide the foundations for confident progress beyond sealed roads. A differential lock, electronic differential lock and trailer-sway control add useful support when traction becomes inconsistent or when the vehicle is being used with a trailer. The listed braked towing capacity is 3,500kg, making the BT-50 relevant to owners who need a vehicle capable of handling substantial recreational or working equipment.

Practicality is central to the BT-50's appeal. The utility body is supported by cargo tie-down hooks, a rear step bumper, front and rear mudflaps and a full-size steel spare wheel. Rubber and vinyl cabin flooring are well suited to a vehicle that may encounter dirt, dust or wet conditions, while under-seat rear storage, door pockets and centre-console storage help keep smaller items organised. The rear seats split-fold, allowing the five-seat cabin to adapt when passenger space and additional interior carrying room are needed.

On the road, the six-speed sports automatic is matched with cruise control, an adaptive speed limiter and road-sign recognition. Electric-assist power steering, selectable driving modes and electronic stability systems support a composed driving experience without taking away the vehicle's working focus. Fuel consumption is listed at 7.1L/100km on the combined cycle, with urban and extra-urban figures of 8.3L/100km and 6.5L/100km respectively.

The XT's equipment also gives the cabin a useful level of connectivity and convenience. A colour multifunction control screen, digital radio, Bluetooth, USB connectivity and smartphone integration through wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto keep navigation, communication and audio functions accessible. A six-speaker stereo, multi-function steering wheel, rear-view camera and rear parking-distance display further assist with daily driving and manoeuvring.

Safety equipment is comprehensive for a dual-purpose utility. Blind-spot sensing, front and rear cross-traffic alerts, forward collision warning, collision mitigation, lane-departure warning and active lane-keeping assistance are supported by driver-attention and fatigue warnings. The package also includes pedestrian and vulnerable-road-user detection, reversing collision mitigation, trailer-sway control, rollover stability control and multiple airbags, including front-centre, knee and side protection.

• 3.0-litre diesel engine with six-speed sports automatic transmission
• 4WD with selectable driving modes and differential-lock functions
• 3,500kg braked towing capacity
• Four doors and seating for five
• 17-inch alloy wheels and Ice White exterior finish
• Rear-view camera and rear parking-distance control
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Blind-spot sensing, lane-keeping assistance and collision mitigation

Other highlights include Odometer: 20 kms; Transmission: 6 Speed Sports Automatic; Engine or motor: 3L diesel.