BYD SHARK 6 Premium

The BYD SHARK 6 Premium is a plug-in hybrid utility vehicle designed to combine everyday road use with the added flexibility of electric driving and all-wheel-drive capability. Its powertrain pairs a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine with BYD's Blade Battery system, delivering a claimed maximum combined range of 800km. That combination is intended to reduce the need for frequent refuelling while retaining the practicality expected from a modern dual-purpose utility vehicle.

Power is sent through a dual-mode off-road all-wheel-drive system, giving the SHARK 6 a broader operating envelope than a conventional two-wheel-drive work vehicle. The system is supported by a maximum combined output of 321kW and peak torque of 650Nm, with a quoted 0-100km/h time of 5.7 seconds. These figures indicate that the Premium is engineered to provide strong response when carrying equipment, travelling on unsealed surfaces or merging into faster traffic, although the vehicle's actual performance and efficiency will depend on load, terrain and driving conditions.

Electric charging adds another layer of convenience for owners who can recharge at home or at a suitable public facility. The vehicle supports AC charging at up to 7kW and DC charging through a CCS2 connection at up to 55kW. Used regularly for shorter trips, the plug-in hybrid layout can allow more of the daily commute to be completed using stored electrical energy, while the petrol engine and 60-litre fuel tank provide additional flexibility for longer journeys.

The Premium configuration shown here uses Great White exterior paint, 18-inch alloy wheels and a Thaumas Black interior. The standard body tub keeps the vehicle in a familiar pickup format, offering an open cargo area for bulky or wet items that would be less convenient to carry inside a passenger vehicle. The combination of a utility body, substantial power output and selectable all-wheel drive gives the SHARK 6 a practical foundation for work, recreation and mixed-surface travel without relying solely on a conventional diesel drivetrain.

Inside, the black-themed cabin is matched to a specification that places emphasis on modern electrified-vehicle usability. The Blade Battery and cell-to-chassis architecture are central to the vehicle's design, integrating the battery system into the structure rather than treating it as a separate add-on. That approach supports the SHARK 6's plug-in hybrid packaging while leaving the vehicle with the useful load-carrying format expected of a utility.

• Plug-in hybrid powertrain with a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine
• BYD Blade Battery and cell-to-chassis architecture
• Maximum combined output of 321kW and 650Nm of torque
• Dual-mode off-road all-wheel drive
• Maximum combined range of 800km
• 7kW AC and 55kW CCS2 DC charging capability
• 18-inch alloy wheels and standard body tub
• Great White exterior with Thaumas Black interior

Other highlights include Condition: New; Powertrain: PHEV; Drive train: AWD; Engine or motor: 1.5 litre turbo high-power engine.