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BYD Shark 6 PHEV Review: Off-Road Beast with 650Nm Torque, 700mm Wade Depth & Luxury Tech

 The BYD Shark 6 redefines adventure pickups with its DMO Super Hybrid Off-Road Platform, Blade Battery safety, and extreme capability. Designed to conquer mud, sand, and snow, this plug-in hybrid combines 5.7s acceleration, 700mm wading depth, and premium comfort. Here’s a full breakdown of its engineering, specs, and innovations.


Key Innovations

1. Off-Road Dominance

  • DMO Hybrid Platform: Integrates 1.5T turbo engine + dual e-motors (321 kW combined, 650 N·m torque).

  • Extreme Angles: 31° approach, 19.3° departure, 17° ramp breakover.

  • Unmatched Ground Clearance: 230 mm unladen + 700 mm wading depth.

  • Terrain Modes: Dedicated settings for Mud, Sand, and Snow.

  • Suspension: Long-travel double wishbone (front/rear) + high-strength steel underbody armor.

2. Power & Efficiency

  • Hybrid Powertrain:

    • Front Motor: 170 kW / 310 N·m

    • Rear Motor: 150 kW / 340 N·m

    • 1.5T Engine: 135 kW / 260 N·m

  • Blade Battery: 25.58 kWh for 100 km NEDC electric range.

  • Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds.

  • Fuel Economy: 7.3–7.4L/100km (hybrid); 800 km total range.

3. Utility & Towing

  • Cargo Tray: 1,200L capacity + 230V outlet (Type I).

  • Towing: 2,500 kg (braked) / 750 kg (unbraked).

  • Durability: Aluminum roof rack, full-size spare tire, ventilated disc brakes.

4. Tech & Comfort

  • 15.6" Rotating Display: Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (software upgradeable).

  • Premium Cabin:

    • Ventilated & heated front seats.

    • Genuine leather steering wheel, 12.5" digital cluster.

    • Dynaudio® 12-speaker audio.

  • Convenience: 50W wireless charger, dual-zone AC, head-up display.

5. Safety

  • 6 Airbags: Includes driver far-side airbag.

  • Advanced ADAS:

    • 360° Camera + front (2-zone)/rear (4-zone) parking sensors.

    • Hill Descent Control (HDC), Trailer Stability Assist.

    • Blind Spot Detection (BSD), Rear Cross Traffic Brake (RCTB).

    • Child Presence Detection (CPD) and driver fatigue monitoring.


Technical Specifications

CategoryDetails
DimensionsLength: 5,457 mm, Width: 1,971 mm, Height: 1,925 mm, Wheelbase: 3,240 mm
WeightKerb: 2,710 kg · Gross: 3,500 kg
Wheels/Tires265/60 R18 alloy (Continental) · Full-size spare
SuspensionDouble wishbone (Front/Rear)
ChargingDC Fast: 0-80% in 30 mins (55 kW) · AC: Type 2 (7.5 kW)
V2L FunctionPower external devices (adapter included)
Payload/Towing1,200L tray · 2,500 kg (braked)

Design & Durability

  • Exterior: Fixed side steps, privacy glass, rain-sensing wipers, shark-fin antenna.

  • Protection: Soundproof front windows, heated/defrosting mirrors, underbody plate.

  • Color Options: Arctic White, Atlantis Grey, Cosmos Black, Outback Orange.

  • Interior: Black synthetic leather seats with lumbar support.


Off-Road & Adventure Tech

  • Terrain Response: Auto-adjusts torque distribution for mud/sand/snow.

  • Recovery Aids: Hill Descent Control (HDC), hydraulic brake assist (HBA).

  • Water Fording: 700 mm wading depth with sealed battery protection.

  • Utility Features: 230V cargo socket, roof rails, tow-hitch pre-installation.


Conclusion

The BYD Shark 6 dominates as a plug-in hybrid adventure pickup, blending off-road prowess5.7s acceleration, and luxury tech. With class-leading 650 N·m torque and Blade Battery safety, it targets overlanders and worksite crews.

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