BYD Shark 6 Premium plug-in hybrid ute reviewed

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 15:31 · Archive

Australian outlets review the BYD Shark 6 Premium, the Chinese automaker's plug-in hybrid ute that has become one of the country's most popular dual-cab vehicles since launching in late 2024.

The BYD Shark 6 has rapidly established itself as one of Australia's most popular dual-cab vehicles since launching in late 2024. The Chinese automaker's plug-in hybrid ute entered a competitive segment and quickly climbed to the top-20 sales charts.

The Shark 6 Premium combines a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine with dual electric motors, giving owners the option of driving on pure electric power or using a combination of petrol and electric power for lower fuel consumption. The Premium sits in the middle of the expanded lineup, priced $2,000 above the Dynamic variant and $5,000 below the Performance model, which features a larger 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and greater combined power.

BYD has expanded the Shark 6 range to include a cab-chassis variant alongside the standard tub. Australian outlets have tested both the Premium and Performance versions, evaluating the vehicles on city roads and assessing their towing and off-road capabilities.

How it is being reported

• 2027 BYD Shark 6 Premium reviewAfter the release of the Performance variant, we revisit the original Shark 6 Premium to see if it still holds up – and whether it will continue to.Perth Now · 18 Oct, 15:03
• 2027 BYD Shark 6 Premium reviewAfter the release of the Performance variant, we revisit the original Shark 6 Premium to see if it still holds up – and whether it will continue to.The West Australian · 18 Oct, 15:03

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