Mazda BT-50 Awarded ANCAP 5 Star Safety Rating
The RHD 2.2 diesel Ford Ranger, (and Mazda BT-50), was tested by Euro NCAP. ANCAP was provided with technical information which showed that all Australasian variants of the Mazda BT50 have comparable occupant protection to the tested Ford Ranger.
This Mazda BT50 was introduced in Australia and New Zealand in October 2011. This ANCAP 5-star rating applies to all BT50 variants (all bodystyles, engines, 4X4 and 4X2) sold in Australia and New Zealand. Dual front airbags, head-protecting side curtains, antilock brakes (ABS), electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) and electronic stability control (ESC) are standard. Side thorax airbags are also standard except for single cabs with three front seats (bench seats). These variants, with 4 airbags, retain a 5-star rating. Intelligent seat belt reminders are fitted to both front seats of most variants. However single cab variants with three front seats only have a driver seat belt reminder. The overall score for these reduces to 34.72 but they retain a 5-star rating.
5 stars. The vehicle scored 15.72 out of 16 in the offset crash test. The passenger compartment held its shape well. There was a slight risk of serious chest injury for the driver. The vehicle scored 16 out of 16 in the side impact crash test and a further two points in the pole test.