> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://torquecafe.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Mazda BT-50 follows D-Max with more powerful engine - URL: https://torquecafe.com/mazda-bt-50-follows-d-max-with-more-powerful-engine/ - Published: 2025-09-25T02:00:47.000Z - Updated: 2026-06-04T07:01:09.000Z - Description: The Mazda BT-50 has gained a new 2.2-litre engine with higher outputs, but it mirrors the Isuzu D-Max in getting a price rise. - Author: Jordan Mulach - Tags: News, 4x4 & Adventure Mazda has wasted no time in introducing a newly available 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine to the BT-50 in Australia, announcing its upgraded ute on the [same day its Isuzu D-Max twin](https://torquecafe.com/isuzu-news-d-max-mu-x-new-engine-price-increase/) got the new mill. Available from October 1, the 2026 Mazda BT-50 is now offered with the new ‘RZ4F-TC’ engine, producing 120kW and 400Nm - up 10kW and 50Nm on the outgoing 1.9-litre engine - while being paired to a new eight-speed automatic transmission. The BT-50 is now also available with the smaller capacity engine in 4×4 guise, having previously been exclusive to the 4×2\. However it is limited to just four grades, across cab-chassis and pickup body styles. ![](https://torquecafe.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/new-isuzu-2.2-engine.jpg) The new 2.2-litre RZ4F-TC engine, pictured in the D-Max The more expensive 3.0-litre four-cylinder ‘4JJ3’ continues to produce 140kW and 450Nm, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, though it benefits from the addition of a start-stop system. This has reduced its claimed fuel consumption by between 0.2L/100km and 0.9L/100km, while emissions are also down by 3g/km to 20g/km, crucially closing the gap to the threshold for penalties under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES). The arrival of the new variants has expanded the BT-50 range out to 18 grades, spread across seven 4x2s and 11 4x4s. ![2026 Mazda BT-50 XS dual-cab chassis](https://torquecafe.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-mazda-bt-50-xs-dual-cab-chassis-3.jpg) 2026 Mazda BT-50 XS dual-cab chassis After incurring price increases which ranged from $550 to $3510 earlier this year to coincide with a facelift and equipment upgrades, the arrival of the new engine and start-stop technology has resulted in a relatively small rise across the BT-50 lineup between $450 and $1500. In addition to the new engine, the BT-50 XTR and GT dual-cab chassis have gained a towbar as standard, explaining their $1450 price increases. Deliveries of the updated Mazda BT-50 are due to begin in October 2025. ![2026 Mazda BT-50 XS dual-cab chassis](https://torquecafe.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-mazda-bt-50-xs-dual-cab-chassis-2.jpg) 2026 Mazda BT-50 XS dual-cab chassis | Model | Price before on-road costs | | --------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------- | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XS 4×2 single-cab chassis 2.2-litre | $37,900 (up $1500) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT 4×2 single-cab chassis 3.0-litre | $40,400 (up $1000) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT 4×2 ‘Freestyle’ cab chassis 3.0-litre | $44,000 (up $1000) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XS 4×2 dual-cab pickup 2.2-litre | $46,710 (new) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT 4×2 dual-cab chassis 3.0-litre | $47,610 (up $1000) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT 4×4 single-cab chassis 3.0-litre | $48,250 (up $1000) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT 4×2 dual-cab pickup 3.0-litre | $49,210 (up $1000) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT 4×4 ‘Freestyle’ cab chassis 3.0-litre | $52,000 (up $1000) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT 4×4 dual-cab chassis 2.2-litre | $53,120 (new) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XTR 4×2 dual-cab pickup 3.0-litre | $54,240 (up $450) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT 4×4 dual-cab pickup 2.2-litre | $54,720 (new) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT 4×4 dual-cab chassis 3.0-litre | $55,620 (up $1000) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XT 4×4 dual-cab pickup 3.0-litre | $57,220 (up $1000) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XTR 4×4 dual-cab chassis 3.0-litre | $61,100 (up $1450) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 XTR 4×4 dual-cab pickup 3.0-litre | $63,200 (up $450) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 GT 4×4 dual-cab chassis 3.0-litre | $64,520 (up $1450) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 GT 4×4 dual-cab pickup 3.0-litre | $66,620 (up $450) | | 2026 Mazda BT-50 SP 4×4 dual-cab pickup 3.0-litre | $71,950 (up $450) |