On October 26th, BYD held a launch event in Cambodia to introduce its new electric pickup the BYD Shark, locally known as the BYD Shark 6.The truck is set to start at around 56,700 USD.
This marks the first Asian market where the BYD Shark is being sold. The hybrid pick-up first debuted in Mexico this past May and is yet to be released domestically in China. The model is currently being sold in Brazil, Mexico, Panama, and is soon to be launched in Australia.
BYD announced the Shark 6 with its partner Harmony Auto, the exclusive distributor of BYD brand cars in Cambodia.ย BYD is currently offering incentives such as a $500 gas card, 3 years of 50,000 km of free maintenance, a 7 kW charger, and an 8 year or 160,000 km warranty for each 1000 USD deposit.
During the event, BYD highlighted the Sharkโs VTOL (Vehicle to Load) capability, a feature that allows the vehicle to power external devices. This function can supply power to camping equipment, emergency power sources, and household appliances.ย
The Shark uses BYDโs DMO platform, which is also used by the off-road focused Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5 and Bao 8. The DMO platform prioritizes energy efficiency and allows for real off-road ability with its ability to adjust torque distribution between the front and rear.ย
Dimensions of the Shark are 5457/1971/1925 mm, with a wheelbase of 3260 mm. The pickup supports a payload of up to 835 kg (1,841 lb) and has a bed volume of 1,450 liters (51.2 cubic feet). The Shark has a towing capacity of 2,500 kg (5,512 lb).
The BYD Shark has a 1.5T engine with a maximum power of 170 kW. The front motor has 170 kW power and 310 Nm peak torque, and the rear motor has an output of 150 kW and 340 Nm torque. Combined output for the system is 320 kW and 650 Nm of torque.
The truck features a 29.58 kWh lithium iron phosphate Blade Battery, giving 100 km of pure electric range by NEDC standards and 840 km with full battery and tank.
Although the Shark is not yet available in China, likely due to Chinese cities having restrictions on pickup trucks, BYD has launched the Shark in four, soon to be five, different countries this year. The model is set to launch in Australia on October 29th, with deliveries coming end of this year.
Sources: ITHome
