BYD SHARK: A Comprehensive Full Overview

Explore the full specifications of the BYD Shark, from its impressive 320kW plug-in hybrid powertrain to its advanced tech features. Get all the details on dimensions, performance, and capabilities of this innovative pickup truck.

BYD SHARK: A Comprehensive Full Overview

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)
BYD Shark Interior

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.

ALSO: Explore Everything BYD

ALSO: Explore BYD Sealion 6

Read more