Entry level version of Mazda BT-50 Gadgets may be temporarily discontinued, with the brand’s local division citing global supply issues.
Immediately after news of a similar sell-out on selected Mazda 3 and CX-30 variantsJapanese brand said Single Cab and Free Cab versions among its working horses – only available with XS and XT . trim levels – currently not available to order.
A company spokesperson said: “As we continue to feel the impact of the supply constraints of the global auto industry, production of some Mazda BT-50 – XS models is not expected. and the XT in Single Cab and Freestyle Cab configurations only – will experience prolonged production delays. CarExpert.
“In the meantime, we are working to prioritize existing customer orders and a limited number of these variants are still available at dealerships. We recommend that customers contact their local Mazda dealer for more information. “
“Our agents will continue to communicate directly with affected customers to keep them updated on the timing and availability of their individual orders.”
With Single Cabin and Freedom Cabin models temporarily unavailable, that means the most affordable BT-50 you can currently buy is the 1.9-liter BT-50 XS 4×2 Dual Cab. , starting at $42,890 before on-road costs. That’s almost $10,000 more than the 1.9-liter BT-50 XS 4×2 Single Cab ($33,950) which is currently unavailable to order.
The Mazda BT-50 has achieved record sales in the past 12 months, with 15,662 units delivered in 2021 – an all-time record, even exceeding the brand’s own predictions.
So far in 2022 (as of July 31), Mazda has sold 1785 units of the BT-50 4×2 (up 19.2%) and 7037 units of the BT-50 4×4 (down 13.0%). Earlier in the year, the brand released a bunch of new variants, including new XS variants with a smaller 1.9-litre turbo-diesel engine, as well as New luxury top BT-50 SP.
This is the second sale of the BT-50 this year, after orders for the 1.9-liter models were halted in April. due to faulty engine sensor. Here status is also affected relate to Isuzu D-Max.
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