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BYD Shark 6 2025
Carsguide Deputy News Editor Tom White had this to say at the time: The BYD Shark 6 is not just a huge step for BYD, it’s possibly one of the most important products launched in Australia in recent years.
You can read the full review here.This is what Tom White liked most about this particular version of the BYD Shark 6: Innovative drivetrain, Class-leading features and refinement, Impressive real-world EV driving range
The BYD Shark 6 Ute competes with similar models like the Nissan Navara, Volkswagen Amarok and Isuzu D-Max in the Under $60k category category.
The 2025 BYD Shark 6 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
BYD Shark 6 2025 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| BYD Shark 6 Model | Body Type | Specs | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Motor Premium | Ute | 1.5L Hyb/PULP CVT AUTO | $57,900 | |
BYD Shark 6 2025 Colours
The Shark 6 is available in four colours: 'Arctic White', 'Cosmos Black', 'Atlantis Grey' and 'Outback Orange'.
- Arctic White
- Cosmos Black
- Atlantis Grey
- Outback Orange
BYD Shark 6 2025 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 2025 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 2025 Boot Space
BYD says the Shark 6 has a tub load capacity of 1200 litres.
BYD Shark 6 2025 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 2025 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 2025 Towing capacity
The BYD Shark 6 has maximum towing capacity of 2500kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| BYD Shark 6 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Motor Premium | Ute | 1.5L,Hyb/PULP,CVT AUTO | 2500kg | |
BYD Shark 6 2025 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 2025 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2025 BYD Shark 6 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1971mm x 1925mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| BYD Shark 6 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Motor Premium | Ute | 1925x1971x5457 mm | 230 mm | |
BYD Shark 6 2025 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2025 BYD Shark 6 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The BYD Shark 6 currently offers fuel consumption from 7.9 to 7.9L/100km. The BYD Shark 6 is available with the following fuel type: Hyb/PULP.
| BYD Shark 6 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Motor Premium | Ute | 1.5L,Hyb/PULP,CVT AUTO | 7.9L/100km | |
BYD Shark 6 2025 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2025 BYD Shark 6 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
| BYD Shark 6 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Motor Premium | Ute | 265x65 R18 | — | 265x65 R18 | — | |
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BYD Shark 6 2025 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.