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Mazda B-Series

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Mazda B-Series: The compact pickup. Shared with the Ford Ranger, a practical workhorse.
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The compact pickup. Shared with the Ford Ranger, a practical workhorse.

The Mazda B-Series is a compact pickup with a long history, the later versions of which were closely related to (and built alongside) the Ford Ranger in North America. It offered practical, affordable truck utility with four-cylinder and V6 engines, available four-wheel drive, and a no-nonsense character. The B-Series served work and lifestyle buyers needing a smaller, economical truck. Its Ford Ranger relationship means strong parts availability and a known platform. It was eventually replaced in Mazda lineup by the BT-50 in global markets. On WhipJury, the B-Series appears as a practical compact pickup.

B-Series specifications

Compact pickup, four-cylinder and V6 engines, available four-wheel drive. Later North American versions shared with and built alongside the Ford Ranger.

B-Series on WhipJury

A practical compact workhorse pickup.

Frequently asked questions about Mazda B-Series

Is the Mazda B-Series related to the Ford Ranger?
Yes, the later North American B-Series was closely related to and built alongside the Ford Ranger, sharing platform and much of its hardware.
Is the B-Series reliable?
Generally yes, helped by the shared Ford Ranger components and strong parts availability.
Does the B-Series have four-wheel drive?
Yes, four-wheel drive was available, with rear-wheel drive standard.
What replaced the B-Series?
The Mazda BT-50 in global markets took over as the brand pickup after the B-Series.
What engines does the B-Series use?
Four-cylinder and V6 engines, depending on the model and configuration.

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