Mazda Truck

Mazda did a major rework of its B-Series truck, giving it s distinctive look to go with the brawn of its new optional 4.0 liter V-6. As before, however, the Mazda remains a restyled Ford Ranger. Mazda is burnishing the line’s image as a go anywhere hauler by adding a new Off Road package. The rugged looks of the Mazda Truck are enhanced by 15-in, tear drop alloy wheels sporting 31x 10.5R-15BFE Goodrich tires, tie down rails on top of the cargo box and new side steps. Inside, the cockpit gets a new full length centre console, bucket seats and an AM/FM/CD/MP3 player.

Beneath the skin, Mazda has the goods to back this look up. The top line B4000 (the B-name may be gone, but the model designations remain) is powered by a 207 bhp 4.0 liter V-6 that makes 238lb ft, of torque. Fitted with the standard limited slip differential and Class III trailer hitch, this model is capable of towing nearly 5900 lb. That figure covers numerous midsize travel and utility trailers.

The mid range truck is the B3000. It features a 3.0 liter V-6 that makes 147 bhp and 179 lb-ft of torque. The entry level model is the B2300. It’s fitted with a 135 bhp 2.3 liter inline 4 that produces 153 lb-ft. of torque. A new SE-5 model is offered in this range and includes 15-in. wheels, air conditioning, AM/FM/CD, a 60/40 split cloth bench and full carpeting.