Undoubtedly BYD’s most hyped-up model for the Australian market yet. The plug-in hybrid Shark 6 ushers in a new generation of utes for the segment, leaving dual-cab diesel staples in the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max wary.
The model’s initial late-2024 launch was dogged by delivery issues, softening the initial sales impact it was expected to have. But make no mistake, this is a big car for BYD in Australia.
The line-up currently starts at $57,900 for the Shark 6 Dual Motor Premium and ranges through to $57,900 for the range-topping Shark 6 Dual Motor Premium.
The BYD Shark 6 is available in five colours including Deep Sea Blue, Tidal Black, Great White, Outback Orange, and Grey Mist.
The BYD Shark 6's standard equipment includes keyless entry, push-button start, rain-sensing wipers, LED headlights, LED DRLs, wireless Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto, digital key, FM/digital radio, Bluetooth, satellite navigation, over-the-air updates, 15.6-inch media display, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, 12-speaker Dynaudio sound system, two USB-A and C ports, four 230-volt AC ports, powered front seats, heated/ ventilated front seats, and a full-size spare wheel.
The BYD Shark 6 cabin is cavernous and comfort is evidently a top priority with soft trims, upmarket textures and upholstery scattered liberally across the cabin. The design motto seems to be 'go big or go home' in the wide seating, air vents, and switches. The dashboard is headlined by a large 15.6-inch media display and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. While the cabin lacks a sunroof and some features, it manages to punch well above what it's price point might suggest.
The BYD Shark 6 pairs a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with two electric motors - one on each axle. On its own, the petrol engine makes 135kW/260Nm, but the hybrid system boosts total outputs to a more impressive 321kW and 650Nm.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance |
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2026
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Height x Width x Length: 1925x1971x5457 mm |
Ground Clearance:
230 mm
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2025
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Height x Width x Length: 1925x1971x5457 mm |
Ground Clearance:
230 mm
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2024
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Height x Width x Length: 1925x1971x5457 mm |
Ground Clearance:
230 mm
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| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to |
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2026
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Braked Capacity from: 2500kg |
Braked Capacity to:
2500kg
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2025
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Braked Capacity from: 2500kg |
Braked Capacity to:
2500kg
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2024
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Braked Capacity from: 2500kg |
Braked Capacity to:
2500kg
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The BYD Shark 6 has five seats in a 2/3 configuration. Seating is finished in black synthetic leather with contrasting orange stitching. Front seats are powered with four-way lumbar support, as well as, heat and ventilation functions.
The rear bench seat can lift forward to reveal access to the Blade battery but doesn't offer any storage.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission |
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2026
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Fuel Consumption: 7.9L/100km | Engine: 1.5L | Fuel Type: Hyb/PULP |
Transmission:
CVT AUTO
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2025
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Fuel Consumption: 7.9L/100km | Engine: 1.5L | Fuel Type: Hyb/PULP |
Transmission:
CVT AUTO
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2024
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Fuel Consumption: 7.9L/100km | Engine: 1.5L | Fuel Type: Hyb/PULP |
Transmission:
CVT AUTO
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| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Rim |
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2026
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Front Tyre Size: 265x65 R18 | Front Rim: 8x18 in |
Rear Rim:
8x18 in
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2025
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Front Tyre Size: 265x65 R18 | Front Rim: 8x18 in |
Rear Rim:
8x18 in
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2024
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Body Type: Dual Cab | Front Tyre Size: 265x65 R18 | Front Rim: 8x18 in |
Rear Rim:
8x18 in
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BYD says the Shark 6 has a tub load capacity of 1200 litres.
The BYD Shark 6 can sprint 0-100km/h in just 5.7 seconds and its top speed is at least 150km/h.
The BYD Shark 6 has a 100km pure EV range and a 60L fuel tank but when in hybrid mode it's claimed combined fuel cycle usage is 7.9L/100km and it has a theoretical driving range of around 800km. It accepts a minimum of 91 RON petrol.