Ute sales continue their strong sales growth with the strongest image for dual cabs that can suit work, play and family.
But there are still some purely workhorse models.
The Mazda BT-50 single cab only comes as a cab chassis on which there is a large aluminum tray.
The relatively lower side and back panels on the tray makes access so much easier than the popular high sided pickups.
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There is only one engine, a three-litre turbo diesel with 140kW and 450 Nm which is more than just adequate.
The infotainment screen was only 7 inches but it does have adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist and a reversing camera but without showing markings of the vehicle limits.
It can tow 3.5 tonnes.
The ride, especially without a load, is jarring.
The price excluding on road costs is $39,000 with the standard tray.
Im David Brown
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