BYD Shark Ute 6 launches in Australia with an introductory price of $57,990

The 2025 BYD Shark 6 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Ute, BYD's answer to the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux – has entered showrooms with a special introductory price of $57,990 before on-road costs for the first 4000 units. The price will revert to the MSRP of $59,990 thereafter. The first 2000 orders will also receive a $500 credit towards BYD accessories.

It will make the Shark 6 comparable or lower in price to mid-specification dual-cab 4x4 utes such as the Ford Ranger XLS Bi-Turbo (from $57,630), Toyota HiLux SR5 manual ($60,670), Isuzu D-Max X-Rider (from $59,500), Mazda BT-50 XTR (from $59,280), Mitsubishi Triton GLS (from $59,090) and Nissan Navara ST-X (from $58,945)

The Shark 6 is BYD Australia's second plug-in-hybrid model joining the BYD Sealion 6 and fifth overall BYD model which includes the fully electric Atto 3 SUV, Dolphin hatchback, and Seal sedan.

The Shark 6 will launch with a top-of-the-range Premium variant, built on the company’s DMO (Dual Mode Offroad) platform, it features a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol, dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain.

The Shark 6 will be the the fastest accelerating ute in the market, capable of accelerating from zero to 100km/h in a claimed 5.7 seconds. It will offer a pure electric range of 100km (NEDC) or ~80km based on the WLTP standard and a combined NEDC range in hybrid mode of 840km

Orders for the Shark 6 open today with deliveries expected in December or January next year.

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Size and Chassis

The BYD Shark 6 measures 5,457 mm in length, 1,971 mm in width and 1,925 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,260 mm. By comparison this makes it slightly larger than both the the popular Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux in every dimension.

The Shark 6 has a payload rating of 835kg, a rear tray capacity of 1450L, and a 2500kg tow rating. Which is 1000kg lower than the 3500kg benchmark for the segment.

BYD claims the rear tray measures in at 1520mm long, 1500mm wide, and 517mm deep, with a total capacity of 1200L. This is broadly in line with the the Ford Ranger.

For off-road driving, it rides on 282mm of ground clearance and extensive underbody protection.

The Dual Mode Off-road (DMO) Super Hybrid Platform boasts multiple innovative features including the Cell to Chassis (CTC) technology, which enables the ideal balance between vehicle safety, powerful off-roading, and energy consumption.

BYD Shark Ute in blue side view parked with canyon background

Key Specifications: Range, Charging

The BYD Shark 6 drivetrain is underpinned by BYD's proprietary DM-i (Dual Motor Intelligence).

The DMi-i is a variation of a PHEV technology which can operate in three power supply modes:

Pure EV Mode - In Pure EV Mode, the wheels are 100% driven by the electric motor for an all-electric drive experience, with the engine on standby.
HEV Series Mode - When the battery falls below a set state-of-charge, the engine acts as a generator charging the battery, the wheels are driven by the electric motor, making HEV mode the ideal companion for extending range.
HEV Parallel Mode - The wheels are driven by both the electric motor and the engine.

Unlike other PHEVs however, the BYD Shark 6’s hybrid system prioritises electric propulsion, with the engine set-up to run as a range extender to charge the battery in most situations.

On average BYD claim the car will be powered by the electric motor in 90% of driving conditions.

The Shark 6 comes equipped with from dual motors capable of a combined 320kW in power and 650Nm of torque. The front motor generates 170 kW and 310 Nm of torque, while the rear motor adds 150 kW and 340 Nm of torque. This results in swift acceleration, reaching 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.7 seconds. The top speed is listed at 160 km/h.

The 30kWh battery provides a pure electric range of 100km (based on the NEDC) or ~80km based on the WLTP standard. The electric only range should be sufficient to cover most daily trips in Australia (40km/day).

Using a 7kW AC charger, the Shark 6's battery can be charged from 30-80 per cent in two hours, a 55kW DC fast charger can deliver the same energy in 25 minutes.

The combined NEDC range in hybrid mode is 840km. Additionally, the hybrid system offers a fuel efficiency of 7.5 litres per 100km.

Key Technology and Features

The interior features a range of high-tech amenities similar to what we are accustomed to in the BYD EV range. Features include a 10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster, a large 12.8-inch central touchscreen, and a 12-inch head-up display (HUD) for easy access to information. Connectivity is well-covered with support for both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Available technology features include a 360-degree camera system, head-up display, wireless smartphone charging, air purification system, and Apple CarPlay for iPhone users. Owners can also use a smartphone app to remotely control cabin temperature and charging.

The Shark 6 will feature vehicle-to-load (V2L) technology which will enable power tools and appliances to be powered from the truck's 30 kWh battery pack.

BYD Shark 6 Price

The BYD Shark 6 will launch in a single trim for $57,990 before on-road costs for the first 4000 units and $59,990 plus on-road costs thereafter.

By comparison, the BYD Shark Premium sells in Mexico for 969,800 pesos ($A86,697/$57,589)

BYD Shark 6 Ute on road with phone at foreground

You can place deposit for a BYD Shark 6 here.

About the author

Danny Thai

Danny is a consultant and entrepreneur working at the cutting edge of the electric vehicle and energy transition. He is passionate about educating and helping consumers make better decisions through data. He is the founder of zecar and is currently the EV Innovation Manager at Endeavour Energy.