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The 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT Freestyle is a practical four-wheel-drive cab chassis designed around the needs of drivers who want a versatile platform rather than a fixed tub. Finished in Ice White, this new-generation workhorse combines a 3.0-litre diesel engine with a six-speed sports automatic transmission, giving it the mechanical specification expected of a modern light commercial vehicle while retaining straightforward day-to-day usability.

Its cab-chassis configuration leaves the rear platform open to a range of tray and body applications, making the BT-50 adaptable to different working requirements. The Freestyle cab provides two seats, while four doors improve access to the cabin compared with a conventional two-door work vehicle. A rubber and vinyl cabin floor is also listed, a useful detail for an environment where durability and easy cleaning matter.

Four-wheel drive gives the BT-50 added traction when travelling on unsealed surfaces, work sites or challenging access roads. The vehicle is also specified with selectable driving modes, hill descent control, hill holder functionality, an electronic differential lock, trailer sway control and rollover stability control. With a braked towing capacity of 3500kg, it is equipped for substantial towing duties when correctly configured and operated within the relevant limits.

The diesel powertrain is paired with a sports automatic gearbox and is listed with combined fuel consumption of 7.8L/100km, alongside urban and extra-urban figures of 8.4L/100km and 7.4L/100km respectively. Stop-start operation and electric-assist power steering contribute to the vehicle's focus on manageable everyday operation, while the 17-inch alloy wheels and body-colour exterior details give the cab chassis a more finished appearance.

Safety and driver assistance equipment is extensive for a commercial vehicle. The specification includes forward collision warning and collision mitigation, including reversing and vulnerable road-user functions, as well as blind-spot sensing, front cross-traffic alert, rear cross-traffic warning and a rear-view camera. Lane departure warning is supported by active lane-keeping assistance, while adaptive cruise control with road-sign recognition and a speed-zone reminder are intended to reduce the workload on longer drives. Driver attention and fatigue warnings add further monitoring support.

Inside, the two-seat cabin includes air conditioning, height adjustment for the driver, front bucket seats, a tilt-and-reach adjustable steering column and a multifunction steering wheel. A colour multifunction display, partial digital instrument display, trip computer and digital radio provide the core information and entertainment functions. Smartphone connectivity is covered by wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with Bluetooth, USB connectivity and an auxiliary input also listed. Automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, LED and halogen headlamp equipment, and a digital clock add everyday convenience.

• 3.0-litre diesel engine with six-speed sports automatic transmission
• 4WD cab-chassis body with four doors and two seats
• 3500kg braked towing capacity
• Ice White exterior with 17-inch alloy wheels
• Collision mitigation, blind-spot sensing and lane-keeping assistance
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with wireless connectivity
• Rear-view camera, rear cross-traffic warning and trailer sway control

Other highlights include Transmission: 6 Speed Sports Automatic; Engine or motor: 3L Diesel.