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2025 BYD Shark 6

New from

$57,900 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

Good

Safety Rating

Warranty

6 year, 150,000 km

Fuel Efficiency

2 / 100km

About the BYD Shark 6

Last updated Aug 25, 2025

The new BYD Shark 6 is a Pick-up or Cab Chassis 4x4 offered in cab-chassis (double-cab) or pick-up (double-cab) body styles. Available in Australia from $57,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Premium variant and topping out at $57,900 for the Premium.

There is 1 variant of the Shark 6 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in June of 2025.

The BYD Shark 6 is only available with an electric motor that produces 321kW and 650Nm of torque. All variants feature four-wheel drive.

The new 2025 Shark 6 is offered with a 6 year, 150,000 km warranty.

CarExpert Rating

Good

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

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Power to Weight

120.24 kW/t

49.36 kW/t

171.23 kW/t

Boot Space

1,200 litres

1,011 litres

2,400 litres

Fuel Efficiency

2 L/100km

12.82 L/100km

Price

$57,900

$34,536

$249,950

Warranty (Years)

6 years

3 years

10 years

Warranty (Distance)

150,000 km

100,000 km

Unlimited

Years on Sale

1 year

New this year

5 years

Service Interval

12 months

6 months

12 months

Battery & Charging

Max. battery kilowatt hour

29.58 kWh

AC Charging (max kW)

7 kW

DC Fast Charging (max kW)

55 kW

Vehicle Range (EV)

100 km

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BYD Shark 6 News

BYD Shark 6 ute finally gets some more colours

William Stopford

BYD Shark 6 ute finally gets some more colours

The BYD Shark 6 was one of the few models in Australia not available in grey, but now it offers the option.

25 Days Ago

Australian testing to play critical role in global BYD model development

Damion Smy

Australian testing to play critical role in global BYD model development

Local vehicle testing will help define BYD models sold not just in Australia but globally, says the Chinese automaker.

3 Months Ago

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BYD Shark 6 ute lineup to grow further

The Chinese brand says it will offer Australians more choice in the pickup segment as it tackles the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux.

3 Months Ago

Damion Smy

BYD Shark 6 not threatened by Ford Ranger PHEV, says Chinese brand

The first plug-in hybrid version of Australia’s most popular ute won’t take a bite out of BYD Shark 6 sales, insists the Chinese brand.

3 Months Ago

Max Davies

Which electrified pickup would you buy?

More utes with electric assistance are arriving in Australia by the month, and here's what the CarExpert team is watching closely.

3 Months Ago

BYD Shark 6 deals bring cashback, financing offers

William Stopford

BYD Shark 6 deals bring cashback, financing offers

BYD is offering a trio of offers for its Shark 6, after government incentives for the plug-in hybrid ute ended on April 1.

3 Months Ago

Which plug-in hybrids offer the longest EV range in Australia?

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Which plug-in hybrids offer the longest EV range in Australia?

PHEVs are more popular than ever, and the EV-only ranges many of them offer are longer than ever. Here are the ones that can travel furthest.

3 Months Ago

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2025 BYD Shark 6 price and specs

BYD's plug-in hybrid Shark 6 ute has now been on sale for nearly six months, and it's far and away the brand's best-selling model.

3 Months Ago

Gravity 1, BYD Shark 0: Help wanted after epic hill climb fail

A GoFundMe campaign has been started for an owner who damaged their BYD Shark 6 ute while attempting an infamous hill climb.

4 Months Ago

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Which ute should you buy in 2025?

Utes remain hugely popular among Australian new vehicle buyers, both private and fleet. Here are our top picks of the 2025 ute class.

5 Months Ago

BYD Shark 6 payload, towing upgrades on the way… if owners want them

Jordan Mulach

BYD Shark 6 payload, towing upgrades on the way… if owners want them

The BYD Shark 6's towing and payload capacities lag behind its rivals, but customer demand could soon change that for the plug-in hybrid ute.

6 Months Ago

Which FBT-exempt PHEV should you buy in 2025?

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Which FBT-exempt PHEV should you buy in 2025?

You'll have to act quick if you want to save on a PHEV before FBT exemptions end – these are the cars the CarExpert team would choose.

6 Months Ago

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The 10 cheapest PHEVs in Australia

Looking to snag a plug-in hybrid vehicle before the Fringe Benefits Tax exemption ends? These are your 10 cheapest options.

6 Months Ago

BYD Shark 6 pushes past Isuzu D-Max in Australia's top 10 best-sellers

William Stopford

BYD Shark 6 pushes past Isuzu D-Max in Australia's top 10 best-sellers

The BYD Shark 6 plug-in hybrid was Australia's third best-selling ute and sixth best-selling vehicle overall in February 2025.

6 Months Ago

BYD Shark 6 can't take aftermarket trays, but cab-chassis version coming

Jordan Mulach

BYD Shark 6 can't take aftermarket trays, but cab-chassis version coming

BYD has told Shark 6 owners the tub of their plug-in hybrid utes can't be removed, but a cab-chassis version is in the works.

7 Months Ago

BYD importer working to deliver Shark 6s ahead of crucial date

William Stopford

BYD importer working to deliver Shark 6s ahead of crucial date

The BYD Shark 6's rollout was impacted by a shipping strike. Now its distributor can't guarantee deliveries before the FBT exemption cutoff.

7 Months Ago

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2025 BYD Shark 6 Reviews

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Good

2025 BYD Shark 6 review

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2025 BYD Shark 6 Price

Configuration	Price From*
1.5L, Automatic, Double Cab Utility, Electric, 4x4	$57,900

*excl. on-roads

All BYD Shark 6 Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2025	$57,900	$57,900
2024	$57,900	$57,900

*excl. on-roads

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2025 BYD Shark 6 Specs

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Premium

360 view camera
- 3d Enhanced View
Air conditioning
- Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
- Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
- Rear Outlet
Airbags
- Number Of: 7
Anti collision system
- Activates Brake Lights
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Brakes At Low Speed: Front And Rear
- Driver Monitor
- Includes Junction Crossing
- Includes Junction Turning
- Includes Oncoming Collision Avoidance
- Minimum Speed To Activate (kph): 4
- Operates Above 50 Kph/30 Mph
- Operates Below 50 Kph/30 Mph
- Pedestrian & Cyclist Avoidance System
- Programmable Distance
- Visual/acoustic Warning
Audio system
- Digital Radio
- Radio: Am/fm
- Touch Screen
Autonomous drive
- Active Lane Control
- Level: 2 - Partial Automation
- Traffic Jam Assist
- Traffic Sign Response
Black trim
- Around Side Windows
Blind spot monitor
- Active Without Turn Signal
- Steering Vibration
Bumpers
- Colour: Black
Charging connector
- Charging Socket Ac 1
- Charging Socket Dc 1
- Location Of Ac 1 Socket: Rear Side
- Location Of Dc 1 Socket: Rear Side
Charging information
- Amps (a): 10
- Calc Duration (hrs) Max Supplied 0%-100%: 4.64
- Calc Duration (hrs) Max Supplied 10%-80%: 0.51
- Calculated Duration (hrs) 100kw 10%-80%: 0.51
- Calculated Duration (hrs) 3.7kw 0%-100%: 8.83
- Calculated Duration (hrs) 50kw 10%-80%: 0.56
- Calculated Duration (hrs) 7.4kw 0%-100%: 4.64
- Duration (hours): 0.25
- Max Kw Supplied To Vehicle: 55.00
- Quoted Kw Supplied To Vehicle: 2.20
- State Of Charge Ends At (%): 100
- Voltage (v): 220
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
- Usb Connection Front
- Total Number Of Usb Connections Front: 1
Cruise control
- Adaptive Cruise Control (acc)
- Stop/go Function: Stop & Go
Display screen
- Concealable Screen: No
- Orientation: Swivelling
- Roller Control
- Screen Size (in): 10.25
- Touch Screen
Door mirrors/cameras
- Colour: Painted
- Type: Electrically Adjustable
Driver modes
- Includes Engine Mapping
Electric Power source
- Actively Heated/cooled Battery
- Battery Cell Type: Prismatic
- Battery Supplier: Byd
- Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate
- Max Wireless Charging Kw: 0.0
- Maximum Battery Kilowatt Hour (kwh): 29.58
- Onboard Charger (kw): 7.0
- Range (km): 100.00
Electric driven wheels
- Electric Driven Wheels: 4x4
Electric motor
- Electric Motor Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
- Max Torque Motor Nm: 310
- Motor Location: Front
- Power Output Motor Hp/ps: 204.0
- Power Output Motor Kw: 150.0
Electrical system
- Voltage (v): 12
Embedded infotainment user interface
- Number Of Months Of Online Services: 24
Energy recuperation
- Level Selection
Front cross traffic collision avoidance
- Includes Braking
- Type: Sensor
Front seat
- Electrically Adjustable
- Heated
- Height Type: Electric
- Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
- Reach Type: Electric
- Reclining Type: Electric
- Type: Bucket
- Ventilated
Head rests
- Number: 3
Headlight control
- Auto Highbeam
- Directional Headlights
- Dusk Sensor
- Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
- Bulb Type (high Beam): Led
- Bulb Type (low Beam): Led
- Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Hybrid type
- Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Instrument cluster
- Head-up Display: Windscreen
- Reconfigurable
Lane departure warning
- Activates Steering
Low tyre pressure indicator
- Displays Pressure
Luxury trim
- On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
- On Dash: Piano Black
- On Doors: Piano Black
- On Gear Selector: Leather
Mobile Integration
- Android Auto
- Android Wireless Connection
- Apple Carplay
Navigational systems
- Controls: Touch Screen
- Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Map Updates Months Of Subscription: 36
- Screen Size (in): 15.60
- Traffic Info
Over air updates
- Type: Ota Updates
Paint
- Type: Gloss
Parking distance system
- Type: Camera
Power consumption
- Combined (wh/km): 212
- Combined (wh/mile): 341
- Combined (kwh/100km): 21.2
- Combined (kwh/km): 0.5
- Combined (kwh/mile): 0.3
- Combined (km/kwh): 0.2
Power locks
- Includes Boot/hatch
- Operation: Card Key
Power steering
- Type: Electro-hydraulic
Rear cross traffic collision avoidance
- Includes Braking
- Type: Sensor
Rear seats
- Seating Capacity: 3
- Type: Bench
Rear side windows
- Type: Wind-up
Rear view mirror/camera
- Auto-dimming
Remote audio controls
- Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Seat upholstery
- Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
- Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Seating Configuration: 2+3
Secondary engine power
- Maximum Power Hp/ps: 184
- Maximum Power Kw: 135
- Maximum Torque Nm: 260
Secondary fuel consumption
- Combined (km/l): 12.7
- Combined (l/100km): 7.9
- Combined (mpg): 30
- Combined Vehicle Range (km): 800
Smart card / smart key
- Includes Keyless Entry
- Includes Keyless Start
- Includes Walk Away Locking
Spare wheel
- Rim Type: Steel
- Type: Fullsize
Speakers
- Number Of: 12
Steering wheel
- Height Adjustment
- Telescopic Adjustment
- Type: Leather Covered
Step
- Type: Platform
Tray
- Box Length: Short
- Liner: Spray-in
- Type: Straight Side
USB charging port
- Number: 2
V2L charging
- Number Of Outlets: 4
- Total Power (kw): 6.6
Ventilation system
- Ion Filtering
- Touch Screen Controls
Voice activating system
- Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer's Own
Warranty anti-corrosion
- Distance: 150,000 Km
- Duration (months): 72
Warranty battery
- Distance (km): 160,000 Km
- Duration (months): 96
- State Of Charge Threshold %: 70
Warranty electric systems - total
- Distance (km): 150,000 Km
- Duration (months): 96
Warranty electric systems
- Distance (km): 150,000 Km
- Duration (months): 96
Warranty powertrain - OEM
- Distance (km): 150,000 Km
- Duration (months): 72
Warranty powertrain - Total
- Distance: 150,000 Km
- Duration (months): 72
Warranty roadside assistance
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 12
Warranty whole vehicle - OEM
- Distance (km): 150,000 Km
- Duration (months): 72
Warranty whole vehicle - Total
- Distance: 150,000 Km
- Duration (months): 72
Wifi network
- Connectivity Type: Embedded Sim Card
Windscreen wipers
- Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
- Rain Sensor

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2025 BYD Shark 6 Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2025	2500Kg	2500Kg
2024	2500Kg	2500Kg

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2025 BYD Shark 6 Fuel Economy

There are 1 different fuel economy figures for the BYD Shark 6

The most fuel efficient BYD Shark 6 is the Premium with a 1-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.5L TURBO and uses 2L of electric per 100km on the combined cycle.

BYD Shark 6	Fuel Type	Combined
1.5L, Automatic, Double Cab Utility, Electric, 4x4	Electric	2.0 L/100km

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Cost of ownership

What are the running and servicing costs of a BYD Shark 6?

The BYD Shark 6 has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 20,000 km, whichever comes first.

2025 BYD Shark 6 Warranty

What is the warranty on a BYD Shark 6?

The BYD Shark 6 offers a 6 year 150,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.