Verdict
At RM140,418, the BT-50 costs RM18,009 more, but its 3.0-litre diesel produces 450 Nm from 1,600 rpm and drives all four wheels. That is a markedly different brief from the CX-30’s 162 hp, 213 Nm 2.0-litre petrol front-driver. The CX-30 is 885 mm shorter, has a 430-litre boot and carries RM439 annual road tax against RM1,638. Choose the truck only if its stronger low-rpm output, AWD and pickup form are central to your Malaysian use.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you need 450 Nm from 1,600 rpm, all-wheel drive and pickup bodywork.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you want the lower purchase price, RM439 annual road tax and a 430-litre enclosed boot.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda BT-50 RM140,418; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Engine output: Mazda BT-50 188 hp and 450 Nm; Mazda CX-30 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Driveline: Mazda BT-50 all-wheel drive; Mazda CX-30 front-wheel drive.
- Length: Mazda BT-50 5,280 mm; Mazda CX-30 4,395 mm.
- Annual road tax: Mazda BT-50 RM1,638; Mazda CX-30 RM439.
- Weight: Mazda BT-50 2,015 kg; Mazda CX-30 1,441 kg.
BT-50
- 450 Nm diesel torque arrives at 1,600 rpm.
- All-wheel drive and 18-inch alloy wheels.
- Adaptive cruise control, blind-spot info and Smart City Brake Support.
- RM18,009 higher purchase price.
- RM1,638 annual road tax versus RM439.
- 885 mm longer and 574 kg heavier.
CX-30
- RM18,009 lower purchase price and RM439 annual road tax.
- 4,395 mm length with a 430-litre boot.
- Sunroof, head-up display and powered tailgate.
- 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm versus the BT-50’s 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- No blind-spot info, autonomous braking or parking sensors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM140,418 | RM122,409✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,638 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,999 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 188 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ | 162 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ | 213 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 95.4 mm × 104.9 mm | 83.5 mm × 91.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16.3 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6AT | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 196 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,280 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,810 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 2,015 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Alloy | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used BT-50 & CX-30 for sale
BT-50 vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the Mazda BT-50 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The BT-50 is better for buyers needing all-wheel drive and 450 Nm diesel torque. The CX-30 is the better daily-use choice if lower price, lower road tax, a shorter body and a 430-litre boot matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda BT-50 costs RM18,009 more: RM140,418 versus RM122,409 for the Mazda CX-30.
Which has more driver-assistance equipment?
The BT-50 has adaptive cruise control, blind-spot information, collision warning and Smart City Brake Support. The CX-30 has passive cruise control and does not have those listed systems.
