Beyond Autos — Dubai, UAE
2026 · Pickup · بي واي دي
The Shark 6 Premium pairs a 1.5L turbocharged engine with dual permanent magnet motors (170 kW front, 150 kW rear) to deliver 430 horsepower and 650 N·m of torque. The 29.58 kWh BYD Blade Battery supports 60 km pure electric range and a combined 520 km (WLTP), while hybrid management keeps fuel consumption to 12.8 L/100 km—a meaningful trade-off for buyers choosing responsiveness over pure efficiency.
Off-road credentials include permanent AWD, double-wishbone suspension, Mud/Sand/Snow modes, and 230 mm ground clearance. The cabin integrates a 12.8-inch touchscreen, wireless charging, ventilated heated seats, and head-up display. Dual-zone airbags, AEB, ACC, lane departure warning, and 360° camera provide comprehensive safety. V2L power export and 40 kW DC charging round out modern convenience for GCC and export markets.
The 2026 BYD Shark 6 Premium targets buyers who need a pickup capable of both sustained highway cruising and genuine terrain work. The hybrid drivetrain architecture—turbo engine paired with dual electric motors—delivers genuine punch (5.7 seconds to 100 km/h) without sacrificing the torque signature that makes pickup trucks practical for towing and loaded hauling. The 650 N·m plateau spreads across the rev range, so the truck responds predictably whether you're pulling away from a light or managing trailer brakes downhill.
Interior comfort reflects the Premium trim's positioning: ventilated and heated seating, soft-touch materials, and a 12.8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto bilingual voice control. Five-seat layout keeps the cabin occupant-focused rather than cargo-first, and the wireless 50W phone charger plus head-up display appeal to long-haul owners and exporters running multi-country routes. Storage is logical and cabin width is spacious without bulky intrusions.
Ownership considerations vary by destination. In GCC markets, the hybrid efficiency reduces refueling frequency for fleet operators, while the 40 kW DC and 6.6 kW AC charging infrastructure supports businesses transitioning to greener logistics. Off-road buyers appreciate the terrain modes and approach/departure angles for sand and gravel tracks across Africa and CIS regions. Towing capacity (2,500 kg with trailer brakes) and V2L power export make the truck genuinely versatile for remote work sites. Terrain suspension tuning favors adventure over sedan-soft ride; buyers accustomed to pure comfort trucks should test-drive first.