The BYD Shark, a plug-in hybrid pickup truck, has made its global debut, bringing innovative technology and impressive performance to the mid-size truck segment. Here's a detailed look at its specifications:
Dimensions and Capacity
- Length: 5,457 mm
- Width: 1,971 mm
- Height: 1,925 mm
- Wheelbase: 3,260 mm
- Ground Clearance: 282 mm
- Towing Capacity: 2,500 kg
- Payload: 835 kg
- Bed Length: 1,520 mm
- Bed Width: 1,500 mm
- Bed Height: 517 mm
- Approach Angle: 31 degrees
- Departure Angle: 19.3 degrees
Powertrain
- Engine: 1.5L turbocharged petrol four-cylinder
- Electric Motors: Dual motor setup (Front: 170 kW/310 Nm, Rear: 150 kW/340 Nm)
- Combined Power Output: 320 kW (430 hp)
- Combined Torque: 650 Nm
- Transmission: eCVT
- Drivetrain: AWD
Performance
- 0-100 km/h Acceleration: 5.7 seconds
- Top Speed: 160 km/h
Battery and Range
- Battery Capacity: 29.5 kWh
- Pure EV Range (NEDC): 100 km
- Combined Range: 840 km
- Fuel Consumption: 7.5L/100km (hybrid mode), 1.5L/100km (with fully charged battery)
- DC Fast Charging: 40 kW (30% to 80% in 20 minutes)
Interior and Technology
- 10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster
- 12.8-inch rotating central touchscreen
- 12-inch heads-up display (HUD)
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
- 8-speaker audio system
- Dual-zone climate control
- Wireless phone charger
- 220V AC power outlet
- Moonroof
Safety Features
- Level 2 ADAS
- 10 airbags
- ISOFIX anchors
- 360-degree camera system
Platform and Construction
- Platform: DMO (Dual Mode Offroad) Super Hybrid
- Body Structure: Body-on-frame with Cell to Chassis (CTC) technology
- Suspension: Double-wishbone independent suspension (front and rear)
Variants and Pricing (Mexico)
- GL: 899,980 pesos (approx. AUD 80,641)
- GS: 969,800 pesos (approx. AUD 86,697)
The BYD Shark combines the efficiency of a plug-in hybrid system with the ruggedness expected from a pickup truck. Its impressive performance figures, advanced technology features, and competitive pricing position it as a strong contender in the global pickup market. As BYD expands its presence internationally, the Shark represents a significant step in the company's ambition to revolutionize the automotive industry with new energy vehicles.
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