BYD SHARK 6 4WD Ute details

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September 23, 2024 Rob Fraser BYD, ENVIROCAR Guide Comments Off on BYD SHARK 6 4WD Ute details

BYD SHARK 6 – In the most hotly anticipated launch of the year, Australia’s first electric platform hybrid Ute will be available for orders locally from October 29, 2024.

The world’s fastest-growing new energy automotive brand, BYD. In partnership with its exclusive Australian distributor EVDirect. Is set to mark a significant moment in the history of automotive innovation with the arrival of the BYD SHARK 6.

BYD SHARK 6 towing a trailer In the most hotly anticipated launch of the year, Australia’s first electric platform hybrid Ute will be available for orders locally from October 29, 2024.

As the latest expansion of BYD’s Ocean Series, the SHARK 6 is an electric-first vehicle powered by BYD’s world-leading DM-O (dual-mode off-road) technology. Making it a world-leader in fuel efficiency.

Further representing BYD’s commitment to Australian drivers, the SHARK 6 has been extensively tested in Australia for the past six months. And has been refined to suit the varied terrains Australia has to offer.

BYD SHARK 6 tub interior 1

“The SHARK 6 marks a really exciting moment for the brand as Australia’s first plug-in hybrid Ute. That’s been specifically made and tested on our roads, for our roads. It’s built for Australian demands with its spacious interior and sporty drive. Showcasing versatility to suit adventurers, tradies and of course families,” EVDirect CEO David Smitherman said.

“We believe it’s a true category creator with its luxury design and full suite of custom accessories. Importantly, it has incredibly low ongoing running costs. As it toggles between pure EV and Hybrid formats. Which in today’s economic climate is a genuine consideration for
customers,” Smitherman adds.’

BYD SHARK 6 FRONT interior 1

SHARK 6 is an electric-first vehicle

The SHARK 6 is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. Aided by two electric motors– 170kW/310Nm on the front axle, and 150kW/340Nm on the rear axle. For a combined power output of 320kW and a combined range of approximately 800km.

Full specs and available colours will be released in the coming weeks. Pricing will be announced at the official Australian market launch next month.

The BYD SHARK6 will be available for purchase online at bydautomotive.com.au. Or through BYD’s growing number of Australian stores from October 29, 2024.

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Rob Fraser – General dogsbody & Director Rob is the founder of the business. He constantly mutters something about way too many red wines one evening being to blame. Often known for taking the 4WD in the driveway over the sports car, he has travelled pretty much everywhere in Australia and when he is bored goes for a drive. He first learned to drive on the farm in a left hand drive WW11 Jeep when he was 11, and was hooked on 4WDriving way back then. In addition to 4WD he is an avid motoring enthusiast and has maintained a strong interest in the industry ever since his teens. He has owned way too many cars in his time as well. Having previously lived at the top of corporate life he retired in 2000 and hasn’t put a suit and tie on since. Cars are his passion so why not have a business doing what you love he figures. He has towed either a caravan or camper trailer to most parts of Australia, has run guided tours for camper trailers’ and instructed drivers in off road towing.
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