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BYD Shark 6

BYD Shark 6

FROM
$57,900
7.9L/100km (combined)
Dual Cab
Automatic
Premium Unleaded/Electric
Rating Summary
Price and features
9
Practicality
7
Driving
8
Safety
8
Overview
Likes
Innovative drivetrain
Class-leading features and refinement
Impressive real-world EV driving range
Dislikes
Falls short on towing and payload
Inconsistent active safety intervention
11kW AC charging would be nice

BYD Shark 6 News

EXISTING MODELS
'We're trailblazers': One key area 2025 BYD Shark 6 has the new Ford Ranger PHEV beat - and it's not price
9 Mar 2025
UPCOMING MODELS
7 ways Ford can improve the Ranger ute: 2026 Ford Ranger ute needs these fixes to fight off BYD Shark 6, Kia Tasman, Toyota HiLux, Isuzu D-Max and Mitsubishi Triton
9 Mar 2025
INDUSTRY NEWS
Ford declares Ranger PHEV has no rivals, dismissing challenges from BYD Shark 6 and GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV
8 Mar 2025
INDUSTRY NEWS
2025 BYD Shark 6 sales scrutinised as rival Kia Tasman ute and plug-in hybrid Ford Ranger PHEV and GWM Cannon Alpha launches loom
7 Mar 2025
EXISTING MODELS
Move over diesel 4WDs, it's hybrid time: Why petrol-electric power found in the BYD Shark 6, Ford Ranger PHEV and coming Denza B5 will replace the diesel grunt in the Toyota LandCruiser, Mitsubishi Triton and Nissan Patrol | Opinion
6 Mar 2025
SAFETY
BYD Shark 6 ute's newest triumph: Plug-in hybrid ute receives a five-star safety score after impressive results in crash tests to match key rivals the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Mitsubishi Triton
28 Feb 2025
UPCOMING MODELS
Crucial details revealed! 2025 Ford Ranger plug-in hybrid ute to deliver more power than diesel V6 variants, but is enough to rival the BYD Shark 6 and GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV?
17 Feb 2025
SALES
Shark 6 takeover! BYD details huge sales promise which would see the Chinese plug-in dual-cab knock off Mitsubishi Triton, Mazda BT-50, Nissan Navara and more
16 Feb 2025
INDUSTRY NEWS
Recipe for Toyota takedown: BYD needs more models than Shark 6 and Sealion 6 to climb sales charts but will it beat MG, GWM, Mahindra, Chery and flotilla of new brands to the punch?
2 Feb 2025
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BYD Shark 6 Colours

Arctic White
Atlantis Grey
Cosmos Black
Outback Orange

BYD Shark 6 Pricing & Specs

The price range for the BYD Shark 6 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $57,900 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

BYD Shark 6 Accessories

Given the price point, the Shark 6 is very well specified.

Standard equipment includes a high degree of advanced driver-assist safety gear, including autonomous emergency braking, cross-traffic alert/braking and lane support systems.

You'll also find a 15.6-inch rotatable central touchscreen, a 360-degree camera, powered/heated/vented front seats, premium audio with eight speakers, wireless phone chargers, rear privacy glass, vehicle-to-load (V2L) appliance-powering functionality, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and 18-inch alloy wheels.

BYD Shark 6 Interior

The Shark 6 is big for a mid-sized dual-cab ute, with lots of space for five people.

The interior design is modern and fresh, with the dash being dominated by a 15.6-inch rotatable central touchscreen. It hosts most of the switchgear and controls, though the good news for people who prefer physical buttons is that the climate and vehicle-control settings are easy to find and operate. Just a bit of familiarisation is required.

A multi-adjustable driving position offers unobstructed views of the digital and multi-configurable instrumentation display. Similarly, vision out is good too.

Finally, as well as being well-finished and expensively-presented, the Shark 6 offers ample storage and ventilation, as well as lots of equipment.

BYD Shark 6 Engine

The Shark 6 features a 135kW/260Nm 1.5-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-petrol engine, driving either the front wheels or charging the battery pack.

Combined with a 170kW/310Nm motor on the front axle and a 150kW/340Nm motor out on the back axle, providing four-wheel drive capability, the combined maximum power is 321kW and maximum torque is 650Nm.

BYD Shark 6 Dimensions

The dimensions of the BYD Shark 6 Dual Cab vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

BYD Shark 6 Towing Capacity

The BYD Shark 6 has maximum towing capacity of 2500kg for the latest model available.

BYD Shark 6 Seats

The Shark 6 is a five-seater dual-cab ute. The front seats are electrically operated, with heating and ventilation.

The rear seat back squab is set at a 27-degree angle, which is said to improve comfort. It folds to reveal some additional storage, including for the jack.

Below that, the cushion is thick and supportive. It lifts up but there is no meaningful storage under there.

BYD Shark 6 Fuel consumption

The BYD Shark 6 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Hybrid fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7.9L/100km for Dual Cab
*Combined fuel consumption

BYD Shark 6 Wheel Size

The BYD Shark 6 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 265x65 R18 for Dual Cab in 2025 with a wheel size that spans from 8x18 inches.

BYD Shark 6 Boot Space

BYD says the Shark 6 has a tub load capacity of 1200 litres.

BYD Shark 6 Speed

The BYD Shark 6 races from 0-100km/h in just 5.7 seconds, which the company claims is faster than a Ford Ranger Raptor.

BYD Shark 6 Range

BYD's own figures say that in pure-EV mode, the Shark 6 PHEV should deliver up to 100km of electricity-only drive, or, according to NEDC-verified figures, about 800km of combined petrol/EV range.