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12 Thursday July 27 2023 Does Mazda’s 1.9-litre diesel turbo deliver? MAZDA IS hoping for an uplift in buyer interest in two of the most affordable versions of its BT-50 ute, as it feels the sales heat from a host of rivals. Mazda’s response is a new 1.9-litre turbo-diesel motor for its price-leading 2WD GSX and GTX double cabs, the only body style offered here. Can this motor with its modest engine capacity and power output add more spring to the BT-50’s sales step? Just to refresh your memory – the latest BT-50 has been around since early 2021. Apart from cosmetic differences, it is a rebadged Isuzu D-Max. Offering a 1.9-litre turbo diesel gives the BT-50 a major point of difference over its rivals with its low CO2 output of 205g/km. Mazda claim it’s the lowest CO2 figure of any diesel double cab Motoring with Bob Nettleton ute on our market. This means it attracts a lower government clean car fee than most of its rivals. The 1.9-litre motor also saves a fair wad of your hard-earned cash compared to the 3.0-litre turbo diesel in its AWD sibling. The smaller power plant incurs a $1868 fee. That’s $3767 less than the clean car fee bounty on an AWD BT-50. This new, smaller motor capacity is exclusive to the price leading GSX and mid-spec GTX 2WD. The GSX supplied for this road test heads the BT-50’s value for money charge at $48,740, plus the clean car fee. This frugal four-cylinder turbo diesel is feisty enough with 110kW of power and 350Nm of torque. The latter is about 100Nm down on the larger 3.0-litre put to work in the AWD Incorporating best motorbuys www.drivesouth.co.nz BT-50. Despite less power and torque, its towing capabilities are only marginally down on these models. The Isuzu-sourced 1.9-litre is widely used in BT-50 and D-Max models sold in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, where both models are produced. It’s a tough wee motor, yet unexpectedly smooth and refined. Acceleration from standing starts and in-gear is brisk, but you are always aware that with its modest engine capacity it has to work harder for the same results delivered by the larger diesels powering in its competitors. Enabling it to punch above its weight is a smart six-speed automatic well versed in selecting the right gear at the right time. A generously proportioned cabin has plenty of front and rear legroom, while the seats are supportive and comfy. The instruments and controls for key functions such as lights, wipers and indicators are easy to operate and read. For a price-driven model the GSX lacks for little in the way of features and driver creature comforts. A touch screen infotainment system supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with a multi-information display providing key driving information are standard. This model has a host of classleading active safety technologies to help keep the driver out of trouble. These include Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian/Cyclist Detection, Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Lane Departure Warning. The delicate balance between ride comfort and road holding is right on the mark and as good as you will find among the current crop of utes. With the BT-50 you get as standard class leading suspension refinement, although the firmer rear spring settings make its low-speed ride over uneven surfaces fidgety. The test ute cornered confidently, with the experience made more enjoyable by well weighted and communicative steering. Rating out of 10: Performance 6; Handling 7; Build Quality 7; Comfort 7; Space 7; Styling 6; Test consumption 7.8L/100km; Value for money 6; Safety – 5-star ANCAP crash rating. Overall points out of 10: 6.5 Vaughan pirie owner operator 027 565 5577 vpbaeries@gmail.com www.vpbaeries.co.nz moBiLe, We Come to You! Working for a greener future LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED DRIVE THE TREND Rejects 99% of UV Deep black colour tint Lifetime Nationwide Warranty* *Warranty terms, conditions and exclusions apply. 40 Buchan Street, Christchurch • (03) 377 7717 Calling all van lovers, 4wd junkies & ute enthusiasts! RangioRa SupeRSite Coming Soon! open SatuRDaYS 8am - 12pm 68 Falsgrave Street, Woolston, Christchurch email: parts@nzvanspares.co.nz phone: 03 379 3932 / 0508 698 267 www.nzvanspares.co.nz www.hiluxspares.co.nz From $99.00 Japan to NZ FM Radio / GPS Map Update Apple Carplay / Android Auto Retrofit Christchurch - Auckland - Hamilton 38 Buchan Street, Sydenham email: sales@audiocity.co.nz www.audiocity.co.nz | 03 420 2464 $$ CAR REMOVALS - CASH PAID $$ CARS, VANS, UTES & 4X4 WANTED, NZ OWNED & OPERATED FOR 24 YEARS We use world class vehicle depollution systems 0800 77 80 80 www.pickapart.co.nz
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