KGM Musso EV vs Mazda BT-50

The KGM Musso EV starts from $60,000 before on-road costs, while the Mazda BT-50 opens at $36,400. That makes the Mazda BT-50 the more affordable entry point by $23,600.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $66,000 and $40,040 respectively.

The KGM Musso EV qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Mazda BT-50, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the KGM Musso EV and Mazda BT-50 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The KGM Musso EV packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the Mazda BT-50.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the KGM Musso EV and 6 in the Mazda BT-50. The KGM Musso EV adds a 360-degree camera that the Mazda BT-50 misses.

The KGM Musso EV features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Mazda BT-50 gets a 7-inch display and 4.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The KGM Musso EV stands out with heated front seats, ventilated seats, V2L and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Mazda BT-50. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the KGM Musso EV gets leather upholstery while the Mazda BT-50 offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the KGM Musso EV and 1-zone in the Mazda BT-50.

The KGM Musso EV uses a Electric producing 152kW and 339Nm of torque, sent through a 1-speed to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.9 seconds.

The Mazda BT-50 responds with a Diesel making 120kW and 400Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.9 seconds.

The KGM Musso EV has the clear power advantage at 152kW vs 120kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The KGM Musso EV measures 5,160mm long on a 3,150mm wheelbase, 160mm shorter than the Mazda BT-50 at 5,320mm (3,125mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the KGM Musso EV generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the Mazda BT-50 leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 1,800kg. That 1,700kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (KGM Musso EV) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda BT-50). The KGM Musso EV has longer coverage.