2025 BYD Shark 6 Premium | Can Australia’s first plug-in hybrid ute cope with the outback?

[@carsales]

Hi Fans, we weren't able to tow with these 'Pre-Production' Shark 6's. We're doing that in a couple weeks at a closed facility. Keep you posted on its performance and fuel-economy!

[@user-pp6kw6yl6z]

That's great news. If possible, can you please also do some EV only (EV setting) testing with a fully charged battery and set SOC to 25% (with a full fuel tank for good measure)? Ideally only doing lower speeds below 70km/hr and normal acceleration (to avoid triggering petrol motor engaement). This is a realistic scenario for day to day suburban use and if proven, genuinely sets the shark apart from diesel dual cabs as energy consumption costs in this scenario will be less than half. A further test could be with a full battery and fuel tank, same SOC setting of 25% and on EV mode, but doing a combination of suburban and highway speeds - the vehicle may change mode itself or engage the petrol engjne. Checking battery usage and fuel consumption costs in this scenario can be directly compared to a diesel.

[@Trad-Archer]

@@carsales bugger the slow stuff. What is the consumption at 110kph towing a 2.5 tonne trailer. Preferably figures for a) over SOC and b) under SOC.

[@stevengrant6120]

@@Trad-Archer thats right if you have to fill up every 300kms forget it

[@grointastic4242]

@@user-pp6kw6yl6z yeah and get 1 klm battery lol learn how a vehicle work before you go on about it. Seems like you have no clue.

[@HML-it7te]

What a joke. Typical MSM pandering to the woke crowd.

[@lukemalic]

Most people will plug it in every night and only use the petrol on longer trips.

[@smefour]

if they are reasonably smart ;)

[@timorum]

Not if the speed limits around your home are above 70km/h.... which makes this whole concept pointless at 14l/100km

[@imakevideos5377]

​@@timorum even in hybrid mode it's still more efficient than normal ice cars

[@BenDRobinson]

Especially for a farm ute mostly being used on the property. Even the weekly shopping trip to town would be inside the 80km electric range for many.

[@BenDRobinson]

@@timorum it doesn't need the petrol motor to go over 70km/h. He was just saying that when you are using the electric motor, it only acts as direct drive above that speed.

[@smefour]

"The other aspect that I really like, is the quietness that electric off roading delivers, your really more in nature rather than dominating it"... this is probably a very underrated observation..

[@findingsolitude4644]

What! But I need to be loud and offensive to compensate for my small pee pee. - V8 land cruiser owners.

[@fatborry]

Pros and cons, I’d rather a louder vehicle to not smash into roo’s, but driving through Fraser Island in all but silence would be incredible.

[@user-pp6kw6yl6z]

​@fatborry I have thought about this exact scenario myself. I can't wait to get my shark over there. I've been to Fraser 9 times in a diesel. Driving through the rainforest tracks over there in silence will be out of this world.

[@ciybersal3499]

Yes this one is the best, greatest reason to go outdoors in an EV Ute!! Love it

[@tim9241]

@@fatborrydoppler effect from the tyres will alert them easily at crash speeds. Most of the noise you hear from a car coming towards you is actually the tyres, unless someone is revving up a huge V8 or something. Wildlife only don’t notice if you’re going very slowly (low crash risk) like in this video as the tyres make less noise when slow.

[@quadman2005]

As someone that has worked on the BYD range installing window films, I can honestly say the BYD range are very impressive with build quality

[@augamr]

I ordered one ... this gives me more confidence I made a decent decision ... let's hope final production model holds up.

[@carsales]

Can you let us know how you goes after a couple months of use?

[@mitchelljack1590]

I also ordered one

[@tyzon00800]

You will be sorry

[@user-pp6kw6yl6z]

@@tyzon00800 on what basis? Your hypothesising?

[@rocco4213]

What do you drive?​@@tyzon00800

[@yucynthia5210]

BYD newly released leopard 8 or Bao 8 (future shark 7)just had a new mode called‘extreme mode’ basically a super high torque slow speed rock climbing mode, this update will be included in the production shark 6s. Can’t wait for my new shark 6.

[@Trad-Archer]

I believe those models (and the bao5) have diff locks and a low range gear on the rear wheels. This low range gear gives the vehicle the torque multiplier it needs for steep hill climbs.

[@yucynthia5210]

@ they don’t have or need mechanical gears like ICE car, no drive shaft to snap and damage during off-road driving. It’s like front and rear wheels both have separate engines to power them.

[@llpqazz]

@@yucynthia5210 what you are saying makes no sense. low range gearing increases torque at the wheels which is no different from the shark. the shark can still make use of diff locks and low range.

[@yucynthia5210]

@ search BYD DMO platform, they are different from conventional Hi and Low transfer box system ICE cars.

[@Trad-Archer]

@@yucynthia5210 I understand the BYD DMO platform fairly well thanks. The BYD Leopard (Bao) 5 has a 2:1 low-range gear on the rear axle giving a final 1:21 motor to wheel ratio. Yes electric motors have excellent low speed torque, but if you are climbing a steep hill your front wheels are contributing very little and your ability to climb is up to the rear motor. Being able to multiply that rear motor torque is critical for slow climbing, which is why the leopard and other more off-road oriented versions of the BYD line-up have a low range gear and diff locks.

[@KingWilliamProtector]

Fun fact; all of the new fully electric double decker buses in London (the big red ones) are BYD. They make reliable vehicles.

[@lowkeyconvert8971]

the chinese EV manufacturers have already been established in china for some time. it's only now that they're on the global scene.

[@hammylauw9574]

BYD ,in Low Emission Zone in London,WTF.

[@alereon]

Sydney Airport buses are BYD

[@jiajunhe5744]

big positive is EVEN bus doesn't shake😅😅😅

[@espaudio]

Ordered one already. Even more excited after this review! Great film guys!

[@mitchelljack1590]

What colour?

[@espaudio]

@ the blue! Also getting the sport wheels and K03s

[@carsales]

Thank you!

[@idiot20099]

Don't you feel ashamed to buy a car from a dictatorship?

[@quadman2005]

What is the cost on road for them?

[@MotoGuzziMoto]

I am surprised that you would compare the claimed fuel economy to the result you achieved during this test. You essentially turned off the battery system, drove it through deep sand and extensive rocky terrain while carrying a load and accessories, and left it idling while you were camping. Thankfully you qualified the result, but it still leaves the viewers with the perception that it is a thirsty ute, when in reality 14L/100 might have been a really good result given the conditions. How would we know? Hopefully you will follow this up with some tests comparable to the conditions BYD used to make their claims. But even more useful, perform some economy tests doing a normal highway run, and separately perhaps several days commuting in the city with home charging.

[@espkh1549]

Just ordered three for my company

[@dann5515]

u need an extra driver? im for hire.

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

Nice!

[@carsales]

Haha

[@remix-yy1hs]

​@@dann5515I second that. Hire this man @espkh1549 😅😂🎉🎉

[@stuartmarshall7099]

Can you report back on fuel cost savings?

[@huntchris]

Well done BYD. This is the gateway to going full EV for many people. Imagine all of this with the same range and 10 min charging... it is already available. 🙂

[@thelonewolf666]

charged from coal

[@huntchris]

@@thelonewolf666 Even if so (which isn't necessarily the case), you'd still be better off!

[@morosis82]

​ @thelonewolf666 with the amount of driving I do day to day, mine would charge from my own solar. Not only emission free(*) but very bloody cheap.

[@PaulEuvrard-hc9xd]

Glad it was a proper test and many varied terrains Awsome

[@pjcannon64]

I ordered mine a few days ago and estimated delivery Feb/March according to BYD today after a phone chat they instigated. Looking forward to my test drive towards the end of December and taking delivery of my white BYD Shark 6 early next year. Looking at a few add-ons, such as the electric tonneau and the roof rack with a light bar, but I'm a little concerned/disappointed at reports that you can't also have the sports bars with the tonneau. Anyone know if that's factual or urban myth? Great review, by the way - it bolsters my decision to go with this vehicle. I was impressed by sitting in one and having a good play while stationary, but seeing this thrashing about the harsh Aussie countryside has made me feel ultra-confident about my choice. I won't be doing anything nearly as adventurous - just some leisurely short camping trips with the crazy rescue greyhound around country Victoria.

[@joeldavis3152]

The Mexicans are using a small L shaped bracket to lift the sports bar a little and use it with a tonneau cover or roller shutter.

[@remix-yy1hs]

Enjoy my friend. Happy for you and your dogs 😊😊😊

[@idiot20099]

Don't you feel ashamed to buy a car from a dictatorship?

[@yslee1401]

They depreciate like crazy

[@مرواریدمشرقزمین]

Congratulations on owning a good car

[@badonkadonkskidz]

Considering it’s their first ever Ute, it’s impressive. I know they’re bringing out a more powerful one next year to increase towing. But what will they bring to the table in a few years, when they learn how to make it even better.

[@timorum]

Power is unlikely to be the towing restriction more likely the suspension/chassis.

[@nickc6882]

This is the tip of the iceberg, too. The names don't translate well but the following BYD cars are deeply impressive, Fang Cheng Bao 5 , Denza z9GT and the U8 and U9 from Yangwang. BYD have 80,000 engineers and are on track to sell 5 m cars next year.

[@aj-qj4lt]

And here we are 4 weeks later and Newscorp have named it Car of the Year!

[@beerfordolphins]

Very reassuring!…as I’ve already ordered one 👍

[@JohnBrowne-j7c]

Doubt my Shark will see country as rough as this. Looking forward to it arriving in Jan 2025!

[@mitchelljack1590]

@@JohnBrowne-j7c What colour?

[@JohnBrowne-j7c]

@@mitchelljack1590 white

[@idiot20099]

Don't you feel ashamed to buy a car from a dictatorship?

[@malbo2864]

More of a comparison with a raptor than a ranger or Hilux. Towing and performance similar but some $40k cheaper!! Checked one over and very impressed. The sales rep said he's had half a dozen raptor owners already interested and I don't doubt that for a second as this would leave them behind at the lights!

[@brycepalombo3543]

Not even in the same realm as a raptor..... 😂 can't even compare the two

[@alanmay7929]

lol!!!! towing and range wise it doesnt even compete with the diesels.

[@Khaos_1325]

@@brycepalombo3543 I agree, I don't like the comparison with a Raptor, the Shark is not a high speed rally style truck. What you need to remember is that most Raptor owners don't care about that, they just wanted the fastest ute they could buy to drive on the bitumen; in that case sure the BYD is a competitor.

[@bondmcnugget]

Mate it's not at all comparable to a raptor, just because one looks boxy doesn't mean its the same.

[@brycepalombo3543]

@Khaos_1325 problem with going away from a raptor isn't the power it's more the suspension and I'm not really even talking the high speed whoops ruts etc on dirt roads just the soft ride quality of around town is a huge plus everything today has to be firm and oversprung for "performance" when all you do is commute in the bloody things

[@jaalittle2814]

Maintaining the battery at 75% favours petrol over hybrid driving and will always produce poor economy. Set the minimum at 25- 50% and you'll see your fuel use plummet.

[@OllieVK]

The golden figure is 40% apparently.

[@XDM-a6107]

Doesn't matter where you set the %. The test was to represent the fuel usage of the hybrid system once the battery is used up after leaving the city. Once it reaches 25-50 %, it will still use 14 L/100 km in the driving that they did once the engine tries to maintain the battery at whatever you set it at.

[@tvguide4khv]

it needs auto = high % kills recuperation

[@TsLeng]

​@@XDM-a6107slightly different. Lower SoC means more scope for regeneration. Although I'd imagine 75% is low enough to not affect it too much.

[@budawang77]

@@XDM-a6107 Lower states of charge mean more efficient charging so fuel use should improve.

[@wajahatali7059]

Gonna order for myself. Loving it already

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

You guys are so lucky. Nothing here in the USA for years to come.

[@مرواریدمشرقزمین]

​@@onetwothreefour-s1n😂

[@joejimmy8088]

شركة بي وي دي لديها تكنولوجيا البطاريات المتطورة وتكنولوجيا الهجينة التى ليست موجودة عند شركة تويوتا وشركة فورد لهذا هذة الشركة شركة المستقبل ومع الوقت الشارك سوف تكون الاكثر مبيعا لأنها المستقبل

[@RedDog-e7v]

CCP 50 cent army.

[@limelight777]

🤣🤣🤣

[@remix-yy1hs]

​@@limelight777it's true. Even Toyota is gonna use byd dmi hybrid. Ford wanna use catl battery. Keep laughing

[@开源盛世]

thats why Toyota made Bz3X and Bz4X by using BYD's battery and EV Motors,they cant build those by themselves

[@idiot20099]

Don't you feel ashamed to buy a car from a dictatorship?

[@manan2210]

Booked one on launch day, can't wait for the delivery 🙌

[@remix-yy1hs]

😢😢😢 congratulations 🎉🎉

[@yslee1401]

@@remix-yy1hs or condolences?

[@notagain2856]

​@@yslee1401condolence to you for failing to change any mind about chinese cars. But keep it up, we needed the laughs when reading your daft comments

[@yslee1401]

@@notagain2856 CNY0.50 for you

[@yslee1401]

@@notagain2856 50 Chinese cents for you

[@krazy_man1482]

My dad just messaged me saying he got one and he gets it in March 😂

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

Luck guy! But Big wait time

[@bevant8275]

can't wait for mine.🦈

[@jmginthent651]

That white Ute looks awesome

[@gravelc1399]

Ha! Skytrek is one of my favourite 4wd experiences. Did it in my old dodgy stock Wrangler. No dramas even with the low clearance. Good test though for the Shark.

[@wozzgalaxy]

Have a ranger, would love to get one of these instead.. looks awesome and love the insane power. Already have a charger at home so could get by day to day on electric only. Current second car is an ev, we pay about $1/100km, and often less with solar

[@Đờimitry]

Yeah but what the insurance and registration yrly for EV? Also, dealership warranty mean repair cost and maintenance, how much? If it cost less then 5k altogether than sounds good for EV. Just Insurance for a Telsa thing is like 4k to 6k a year!!

[@zimuli3549]

From what I've heard in China, BYD's HPEV has a longer maintenance cycle and a lower maintenance cost than other ICE brands, especially if you use electricity to drive the vehicle most of the way, which will further reduce the maintenance cost and extend the maintenance cycle.

[@alanmay7929]

there isnt any insane power lol!!!

[@zimuli3549]

In addition, the car does not have a gearbox so it avoids this aspect of regular maintenance, and the use of kinetic energy recovery can reduce the burden on the brake system, which further reduces maintenance costs.

[@MatthewBayard]

​@@Đờimitrywhere did you pull your Tesla insurance quote from?

[@gary50]

It's not for everyone, but it provides more options for those who don't require heavy-duty off-roading or towing capabilities. As for me, I'll be holding out for a more towing-capable PHEV truck in the next 2-3 years. This being the first-ever PHEV ute, we can expect more improvements to come down the line.

[@dxJ-qt2th]

Rest assured that its traction is far more than 2.5 tons! It marked 2.5 tons only because of China's policy restrictions, and its load capacity and traction capacity are far greater than the standards they marked.

[@llpqazz]

@@dxJ-qt2th maybe it is, or maybe it isn’t, but legally the restrictions are 2.5t towing and 790kg payload. With a kerb weight of 2.7t I can see why the payloads are what they are.

[@soheiladam7510]

You mean next year, they're coming next year.

[@GATE55555555]

How did it go on the soft sand? Thats what everyone is waiting to hear given its weight.

[@smefour]

would be the variable of tires and tire pressure, the drive train control sounds good to go

[@TerryHickey-xt4mf]

In NZ a couple of channels tested it out on Murawhai beach, and it is a stinker.

[@TerryHickey-xt4mf]

the beach that is!

[@smefour]

@@TerryHickey-xt4mf which ones? would love to see it, i haven't seen any and I've looked

[@martyn_g]

Well, a Nissan GX Patrol Ti kerb weight is 2812kg, a Cruiser 300 is 2495kg - the Shark comes in at 2710kg… so if the weight isn’t an issue in a Patrol, I doubt it’ll be a problem with the Shark.

[@navado75]

🫡 we're not going to be getting these in the US. Our politicians are still in the 60's.

[@andrewmc679]

Our governments let China walk all over them and us what china wants China gets out of Australia

[@stuartmarshall7099]

Can you buy one from Mexico and drive back over the border?

[@喵队长]

@@stuartmarshall7099 If so, do quick, after Trump in, crossing the border will be hard.

[@barryhall5266]

Not if youre a legal citizen 🤦🤦 sound like another trump hater lol ​@喵队长

[@喵队长]

@@barryhall5266 In fact, I am a Trump supporter...

[@shinlee2579]

Can't wait to get one next year!

[@BigCarKilla]

Left state of charge at 75%??? That’s crazy - especially if you had the car idling for energy! Why not just forego the battery V2L function, and just let it idle the petrol motor when wanting power at camp?

[@christover1]

My plan is to run camp needs off a 45v battery with solar charging. Which could also recharge from Shark if needed. It could also be used to charge Shark.

[@llpqazz]

Better to have as much charge as possible when you get to camp, so you don't need to run the engine which will produce fumes for the campers. State of charge of 75% makes sense for camping trips.

[@SethPinnock]

I am a bit disappointed that Nissan hasn't improved on their ePower system. But excited for this BYD system. In my country electricity is super expensive and infrastructure for public charging is in 'beta", so these vehicles using this type of powertrain are welcomed.

[@deepseer]

Nissan lacks a powerful and affordable battery, while BYD produces it in-house.

[@ralph04ification]

Nissan is nearly fuked.

[@milescrommando4622]

Well done BYD

[@peterachilles9346]

@@milescrommando4622 for 14L per 100km of mostly highway driving when they claimed 7.8L. Lmao. Yeah well done at convincing all the fools to buy this junk

[@HML-it7te]

On WHAT! fool

[@paulparker8298]

Ok redneck

[@Vodka-jwv]

I’ve ordered one on launch with the reviews as my test drive. Can you tell me if the off road tyres fit on the standard Shark rim? Also do the off road tyres make more road noise outside the vehicle? Do they make a difference to road noise inside the vehicle? Thanks for your review.

[@ingwentsai3929]

Question 1, yes question 2 will be more noise 3 yes you will hear😂

[@o0bananaman0o]

70% soc!? May as well just run solely on petrol

[@tvguide4khv]

high % kills recuperation

[@budawang77]

@@tvguide4khv And charging is less efficient

[@TerryHickey-xt4mf]

agree, 50% would be ample.

[@travishall4184]

I’m always amazed at the amount of people that buy something they have never sat in let alone driven. Question - when you break the suspension of it breaks down, where does the roadside assistance take it when you are at Arkaroola?

[@JanAlbien]

How did it go on the beach? Would love to see some more of that!

[@zimuli3549]

There is no doubt that electric vehicles are better suited to wading than traditional ICE vehicles. BYD's U8, which uses a similar powertrain, can even float in water and use the wheels as paddles to propel the vehicle for 30 minutes.

[@TerryHickey-xt4mf]

see the KIWI reviews.

[@lancer1993]

Forgot to mention that BTD is already said it will release a 3.5ton version soon, don't know if it will be a new model or spec level or will replace the 2.5t?

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

I would think it would be the shark 7 or similar. Probably bigger engine like the byd bao 8 versus bao 5. different suspension for towing maybe?

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

A BYD spokesperson who spoke with CarExpert said the reason why the Shark 6 is called what it is locally is because it allows for room above and below for different ute variants and models.

[@philip7415]

Thank you for trust Chinese designers engineers and workers ! We give you the best value stuff

[@ah5878]

BYD chief designer is a German Wolfgang Edger.

[@WarHater-X]

​@@ah5878😂😂😂

[@remix-yy1hs]

​@@ah5878yeah but he paid by Chinese. You know nvidia is owned by han Chinese same with lam research. One of the first engineers was Chinese. Same with your space program and rockets was made by Chinese. White don't make nothing. Chinese and Indians make everything in usa.

[@JoyceFu-m5t]

@@ah5878 That's a ridiculous point to make. You could just as well argue that the CEO is Chinese. I think everyone's just in the market for a good car, and the best thing about these international brands is that they attract talent from all over the world. What started as a Chinese battery company has hired a German designer to design EVs for Australians. Now THAT's cool.

[@dxJ-qt2th]

@@ah5878 All he does is design, and the most important thing for hybrid cars is the three-electric system of the vehicle!

[@mahuru3]

Looks fantastic, faster than a raptor, great tech - sold!

[@PeterPehi]

ORDER. ONE. CANT. WAIT. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@denisgately4701]

Two questions: 1. Is it high enough or does it need a lift? 2. Is it robust enough?

[@Bigrig90]

I would like to know the answer to Q1 also

[@lancer1993]

Nice extended test but not as might detail as I hoped. The HT tyres were never gonna last, a lesson to anyone thinking of a trip like this, maybe sure you have the right tyres. Also interesting for me as I have a 2013 Pajero which has basically the same suspension compared to most ute's which still run live rear ends often with leaf springs Noah would have used,. Even the brand new Hyundai Tasman uses this setup, yes I know its not an EV but I just don't understand why this is still a thing in (almost) 2025. This looks like the perfect all-round ute for most people who in reality will do a trip like this maybe once in their lifetime. Interestingly I'm planning a similar trip through Cameron Corner from QLD to SA and maybe to Coober Pedy via Oodnadatta track in my 260,000 km Pajero in the coming year hope to see some BYDs out there, seriously considering a Shark for my next car, or a wagon version if they make one.

[@radiokiller45]

Did you prefer the kitted out byd shark with the roof racks and canopy over just the plain one with the tonneau cover? I want one but unsure with the extra add on. Super tempting

[@مرواریدمشرقزمین]

The best pickup BYD Shark

[@karlfriedrich7758]

Thank you for a solid review with some proper off-roading. Feels a little like an original 4WD Action Magazine comparo from years back!

[@brendanmortimer6085]

Thank you for great review, seems to meet the mark currently, will it b3 the same after 5 years! I think it will but! How good would it be in a diesel cross?

[@DrMafolo]

Great review - and the Flinders Ranges is on my short-short bucket list

[@angusr7805]

The other brands have a lot of catching up to do when it comes to hybrid powertrains. This is clearly the future.

[@rosswebb9295]

I’d be interested if it towed 3 t for my caravan which when loaded is about 2.5 t. What about a caravan tow test to see how much range I could expect.

[@tld8102]

11:22 how much of that outback dust go into the Shark6? how easy was it to clean out

[@TerryHickey-xt4mf]

it gets everywhere!

[@aussiecue]

Will it keep going as long as you have spare petrol and no charging outlet? In other words, Will it do the Madigan line ?

[@JettoGospel]

Stop scaring ford and toyota too much..they are trying to catch up with byd..give them some slack mate.

[@julianchung9215]

Its part of the game, scare them to build better and cheaper, in the end its good for the consumer..

[@مرواریدمشرقزمین]

😁

[@TheXcrazymanxX]

Interesting comment about the quietness not scaring off wildlife. Sounds a little more dangerous at night. Nice to see petrol power coming back. I don’t do enough driving to maintain the DPF of new diesels.

[@johnbentley6925]

Yep quite a few reports in the BYD owners club that country owners have hit Roos in their Atto 3s…… absolute quiet ride seems to confuse quite a few marsupials

[@rustykilt]

Impressive, just have to hope it is reliable with good customer support. Time will tell.

[@zes7215]

wr

[@TerryHickey-xt4mf]

@@zes7215 always a stunning intellectual reply.

[@bertskidmore5506]

How does that zero emission only battery range work? how did the battery get charged in the first place?

[@TheEnzedone]

Oh FFS mate it’s charged off the engine……..

[@nordic5490]

South Australias electricity grid is mostly powered by renewables.

[@bertskidmore5506]

@@TheEnzedone & the engine uses fuel to run, so how is that emission-free?

[@morosis82]

Mine would charge from my solar for 90% of my driving, so the only emissions are the cost to make the panels, transport and install them, plus the emissions to make the battery. Averaged over the life of the vehicle, very low.

[@josephdewuhan]

It has a charging port and a fuel refilling port, like all other PHEVs. In long distance driving, the gas engine charges the batteries. It is typically more gas economic in city driving where low speed electric driving is dominant and regenerative braking helps charge the batteries and lengthen the brake life.

[@SmdnSnnd]

If you did the same in a hilux or ranger... What would the expected feul economy be? I suspect you would still be using 50% more feul also?

[@jessejuliano8056]

Exactly what I was thinking. The '2l per 100km' has a fat * along with it. Which is probably averaged commuting with charging or something. For me personally 95% of my driving is less than 80km so I would indeed use much less fuel, and thats basically what their claim will be I'm sure. And driving on rough stuff and doing a trip like that you are right, I've driven all sorts of utes and as soon as you make them 'uncomfortable' they use a lot more fuel.

[@nawazzaygham9852]

Any issues with water crossing. Are the electrics suitably insulated?

[@zimuli3549]

There is no doubt that electric vehicles are better suited to wading than traditional ICE vehicles. BYD's U8, which uses a similar powertrain, can even float in water and use the wheels as paddles to propel the vehicle for 30 minutes.

[@tim9241]

Yeas very well Insulated. In fact it’s one of the best options for wading as you put it in EV only mode to avoid the ICE sucking in water.

[@TerryHickey-xt4mf]

yes

[@morosis82]

There are lots of videos of BEV vehicles driving through deep water, the battery packs and electronics are usually fully sealed. Additionally you have no risk of ingesting water to the engine, so no real need for a snorkel.

[@asajelfs8170]

Fantastic value in reality. With the vehicle to grid makes it even better.

[@stuartmarshall7099]

That's what I'm keen on. I get lots of blackouts where I live

[@yslee1401]

Face value? The resale value of PRC vehicles are just scarry

[@kurtmickan9632]

Great review! Is a cover available for the tray? How are valuables kept safe from weather and theft? Thx

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

Yes, a few cover types. Check the website

[@lordred8017]

I feel like this is the first time I see an EV Ute trial test run that shows the vehicle in a dusty dirt encrusted situation. A dirty vehicle. Everything else shows a spotless clean pickup/4WD/ute. All while crossing a ditch or small stream. Is that right or am I mistaken?

[@TerryHickey-xt4mf]

you are, see the Kiwi reviews.

[@gregreed402]

I m half way through this and no where have you mentioned anything about the remaining charge in the battery

[@taylorsukoshi6126]

He keeps it over 75% being a hybrid

[@noelyoungman3353]

Were you recharging the Shark every night? Is there room for a larger fuel tank?

[@carsales]

On this trip, no, as we were camping most nights and didn't have access to power outlets. We left the SOC at 70% so we could run appliances via the V2L function in evenings. At this stage we're not aware of a larger fuel tank but we're tipping they'll be after-market options from Brown Davies in due time.

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

@@carsales You could have easily let it run down to 25% SOC, that would still be 7.5KW, more than enough to run your coffee machine and bbq's, there was no need to keep it at 70% SOC

[@morosis82]

​@@-PORK-CHOP- indeed. Most people would be fine running just a couple of deep cycle batteries, which are 1.2KWh each.

[@brettstanden6382]

Does it have a 15 amp plug in the tray?

[@TerryHickey-xt4mf]

three

[@tld8102]

6:05 ar you saying that it's more with a risk of collisions with outback animals for PHEV than normal cars? don't tell my insurance that

[@TheKkpop1]

Correct, Kangaroo bumped on my car while driving in outback.

[@jamesm6341]

What’s is the weight of this Ute? Thanks

[@nattodatto]

2.7 tonnes

[@Nerkumsized]

So its sounds like everybody on here has their 3T caravan hooked up , permenently ?? The ice engine in the Shark uses 7.9ltr per 100km which is in line with most of our diesels .. Empty ! What people are forgetting is this shark will reach 100km before most of our turbos kick in . Do the power benifits out way the fuel consumpsion figures ? No , not for everyone .. I cant get enough excelleration 😂 Give me the grunt anyday - And I drive a turned V6 Rok powerhouse . Dont even look at this if you are hauling a Big van and you dont feel the benefits of Electric home solar charging for runs down to the shops ..for Free .😊

[@dann5515]

ad BYD shark is under $60k, comparing what inside and what features included. u think any ICE ute is worth your penny than BYD shark?

[@user-pp6kw6yl6z]

@Nerkumsized yeah seems to be a pretty poor ability to think critically by some. They see one number and can't comprehend the whole story. I guess I do admit that the sharks consumption will vary greatly depending on the scenario, especially compared with a typical diesel dual cab.

[@morosis82]

The thing about off road driving is you are going slower than usual and burning more fuel. My Everest does 12 around town, 8 on the highway and 15ish on sand (including a significant amount of the deep stuff). It would have been great to have a Ranger or Hilux on the trip to compare numbers.

[@liamjenkins82]

How much would this cost to charge per day electrically?

[@upsidedown5618]

People should wait for 6 to 12 months , so any issues will be resolved and that the price can be stay able

[@SnitchyBug]

It's been out in Mexico since may, pretty sure they were the test crowd for bugs and faults lol

[@yslee1401]

By month 12, this car would have depreciated by more than 75%

[@markestherchia5095]

Your review and test is a humdinger mate!

[@bill6071]

This will easly outlast a ford ranger and not cost you thousands in repairs like a ford does 😂😂😂

[@thelonewolf666]

hahahahahahahahahaha

[@TomAtterton]

This car looks more than capable for almost all scenarios but we have concerns with off-road slow climbs. Can you give us some footage of the steeper climbs you did on Skytrek?

[@PajEvo_Aus]

So this modern ute uses more fuel (16l/100ks) than my 25 year old 4.5L petrol landcruiser. Thats insane..if you're doing remote travelling and not charging the battery every night this is garbage. Im surprised you don't think this is a major issue Carsales

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

Do you only do remote traveling with no charging?

[@PajEvo_Aus]

@onetwothreefour-s1n You've clearly never done a long trip if you think you can charge every night

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

@@PajEvo_Aus so you never do a daily commute? I don't care one whit about the occasional long trip for fuel consumption. It's the daily commute that you get the phev gains. Where in the world are you pretending to drive?

[@PajEvo_Aus]

@@onetwothreefour-s1n this is a utility vehicle that's being advertised as off road capable. I'm not arguing about the benefits of a PHEV in a daily commute, I'm saying very clearly that without the ability to charge overnight, this technology in a 4wd is worse than a 25 year old petrol 4wd that's renowned for being thirsty.

[@user-pp6kw6yl6z]

@onetwothreefour-s1n bang on the mark. A lot of fantasising going on about needing to drive through the Flinders rangers to get to work and back everyday.

[@AllTerrainActionEV]

In relation to 9:01 in this video we are currently investigating the policies at Skytrek Willow Springs Station regarding AWD vehicles on their private tracks. They have a very strict stance, requiring vehicles to have a low-range gearbox, regardless of the vehicle's capability, the driver’s experience, or insurance coverage. We followed up with them again this evening to clarify details, and their position remains firm against allowing AWD vehicles on their tracks. We plan to produce a video covering this topic, especially as we will soon have access to a BYD Shark 6. We're also exploring whether vehicles like this, which are specifically designed with off-road features such as advanced traction control systems, might be permitted. This raises questions about how AWD vehicles with off-road capabilities are differentiated, particularly when comparing models like the Shark 6 to others, such as the Holden Adventra AWD, with which we have extensive off-road experience in genuine 4WD conditions. If this stance remains unchanged, owners of modern AWD vehicles with off-road capabilities (such as the Shark 6) may find themselves excluded from accessing private 4WD tracks like Skytrek in South Australia. In contrast, most other states allow such vehicles on private tracks with the signing of a waiver just like any other modified/vehicle. Exploring why South Australia in places like Skytrek takes a different approach is an intriguing topic worth discussing as it could be a negative buying point if you cant take said vehicles on iconic tracks such as Skytrek.

[@morosis82]

It's just a simple way to ensure that only vehicles that are designed for off-road capability can go. I've taken my old Subaru places where I got funny looks from landcruisers and jeeps, but it's definitely not as capable as those vehicles in very rough terrain. Hopefully they change their stance and update specifically for this type of vehicle.

[@AllTerrainActionEV]

@@morosis82 It seems you may not have encountered the challenges of accessing private 4WD tracks in the Flinders Ranges. These tracks often have strict policies against certain vehicles, particularly those lacking a dual-range gearbox or classified as AWD, even if they were designed for mild off-road use. The Shark 6 is a good example as it falls into this category. While part of this stems from a lack of education, it’s also a measure to protect track owners from potential issues arising from unsuitable vehicles. Interestingly, we’ve received feedback from Willow Springs / Skytrek operators, and although the Shark 6 is classified as AWD, they still allow it, citing its "1,000Nm of torque" a fact that is actually incorrect. This highlights the uninformed basis of some of these decisions based on their incorrect facts. Unfortunately, these policies continue to dictate access to our iconic tracks. It reflects a growing trend in Australia where access is limited by gatekeepers, dampening the spirit of adventure. Hopefully, in the future, we’ll see more openness and the inclusion of unique vehicles on these amazing tracks.

[@10cocopops]

still waiting for someone to test it's towing and fuel consumption whilst towing, especially over a range. If it's chewing threw 14lts per 100 without a heavy load, whacking 2 tonne behind it must be close to 18lt/100klms-yikes

[@kaisyaya8492]

those FE claims of BYD are absurd when they put it like that, they need to mention that the battery need to be charged at the wall and only for short /low speed trips

[@willhooke]

You saved me posting Towing is what it's going to be used for more than 4WDing IMO 👍🏻

[@VMVarga-yf6eg]

They must be under strict instruction not to tow with it. I love it that this bloke is raving about it being a replacement for the traditional Utes when he hasn’t towed with it

[@tvguide4khv]

@@kaisyaya8492 its includes all time EV charging with outlet

[@davosam1968]

CarExpert is going to do that

[@peterfritzphoto]

Great to see you in these videos, Bruce. You’ve hardly aged since I last saw you at Syme Magazines all those decades ago! 👍

[@sammackenzie5436]

The true world fuel figures would make me stay with my new 3ltr Ford Ranger but I like what I see.

[@lena19191]

Yes agree , I’m reading 12/14 per 100 for the shark . I hope one can run this purely on electric and charge each night then the 14 per 100 on longer trips on weekends should hopefully even out to like running a diesel that gets 7per100 .

[@chjin1796]

@lena19191 I don’t think your long-distance trip is full off-road. Off-road fuel consumption is meaningless.

[@lena19191]

@@chjin1796 ok ..cool . Im just reading other reviews and I’m not seeing anything like what BYD claims on fuel numbers . I understand you need to give and take from what’s quoted on fuel economy from the manufacturers. I don’t own a shark yet and won’t buy one if the fuel economy is that bad .

[@robg5513]

At 12:43, they say the best they got was more than 14l/100. That’s proper bad.

[@lena19191]

@ agree , you might as well go back to owning a V8

[@mrhustle5183]

Bring it on byd shark cant wait hit to Australia this ute says everything saving fuel consumption this ute good raod trip looking forward to it

[@yorelescovar2716]

Why reviewers keep say pre-production? This vehicle is already sold allover Im in Panamá and its being sold here since like for 2 months now, in here this pickup is quite impresive specially off-road is very well tuned and according to test is giving about 880 km of range some owners saying 1000 km which it might ... I cannot confirm it.

[@YZJB]

Because the particular vehicles they are driving were built before production started.

[@KMTmojo]

澳洲版的不太一樣，比如lcd大小，後車廂沒有梯子，其他動力系統應該還在調整

[@SomeThingGamingYT]

we are getting really different versions of the shark

[@thethinkingman9338]

how do they perform when towing?

[@Bigrig90]

Where’s the sand driving?

[@Johnno1979]

I'm assuming the battery might have been fully charged on day 1 but from there on it was the engine only keeping it charged? Seems BYD have done considerable tuning to the traction control since the original pre-production vehicles. I ordered one last week, still unsure if i'll go through with it.

[@zoltrix7779]

Weather you leave to battery to hold 70% charge or let it drain should make any significant difference to the fuel economy once you reach either 70pc or empty, the same fuel amount will be required to keep it doing whatever it needs to do. 14l/100km on rough dirt roads seems reasonable to me.

[@anthonybamford8823]

Why no talk about ride on soft beach sand?

[@liuyangyang]

BYD Bao5 is one of its kind on dessert.

[@zes7215]

wr

[@SimonJ-lq8et]

Very interested to see how this performs on sand without lockers.

[@ShaobingYang-nl9hi]

这个车配备了电子差速锁，相同动力系统的豹5(Bao5)5l在沙漠里的视频非常多，表现非常好。

[@tim9241]

@@ShaobingYang-nl9hiunfortunately the Shark 6 in Australia doesn’t get a rear differential lock... Sand (when flat) is not an issue though due to the high power output. However, one potential concern is actually the lack of a centre differential lock. This means uphill slopes rely solely on the rear electric motor (front provides almost no grip/torque on steep slopes), and with an open differential that can mean only 170Nm per rear wheel as a worst case scenario - which is why it gets easily undone on slopes in other videos. Regardless it shouldn’t be an issue unless people take the Shark on the most extreme tracks…

[@starrisk]

The true test is Time... everything works when new... but 3yrs, 5yrs later.. do they? won't know until we hit it. PHEV is always a convenient feature!

[@johnmckay428]

gotta love Mr Personality! 😉

[@peterachilles9346]

14L per 100km over 1800km is poor when the majority of your trip was mainly highway driving. Thanks for your honest review. I cant see why anybody would want one now.

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

Became the average daily commute for humans is less than the 80km this thing will do in pure ev.

[@peterachilles9346]

@onetwothreefour-s1n yeah if you plug it in overnight. Not many can do that

[@daweigo6851]

You are missing the point of this one....

[@xuepingsong5329]

@@peterachilles9346 Based on what? Plenty of pure ev here.

[@peterachilles9346]

@@xuepingsong5329 based on his highway driving and review. He said it not me. So much for the chinese fuel economy claims. Theyve been a load of bs

[@JudgieRob0422]

Will they come out with a 3t towing version?

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

Yes, 2025

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

A BYD spokesperson who spoke with CarExpert said the reason why the Shark 6 is called what it is locally is because it allows for room above and below for different ute variants and models.

[@mvnorsel6354]

Less potholes on your trip than on the NSW highways.😅

[@RayBesim]

Has he said it’s been raining all so tyre pressure type of tyres being a pro type I’m still sitting on the fence I can’t wait to see when they come into Australia. .what people like and dislike about shark

[@craggles1969]

Yeah looks good, but I want to see it perform off road in the high country with trees and extreme weather conditions (45*) in the middle of summer, river crossings and climbing off road tracks, everyday driving and tight turns.

[@australiancreepycrawlies6417]

Lol, I don’t think I would trust it to leave the city, where it belongs. It also can’t really leave the city anyway to charge it, otherwise the supposed “green” car is going to use 14L per 100!!!

[@stuartmarshall7099]

EVs like the heat

[@jamieshotton572]

was very interest in hearing all about what this BYD shark has to offer in Finders Rangers considering we did the same trip in our Ford Ranger a few years ago. Great footage and information however the presenter I just couldn't listen to with the stop start style of presenting and slow talking.

[@gandalf2256]

I just ordered 25 of these for my company

[@llpqazz]

sure you did

[@thelonewolf666]

your company will go broke

[@gandalf2256]

@thelonewolf666 yep, sure. Cleared 1.2mill last year, but sure. You do you. Keep paying your landlords mortgage you peasant.

[@gandalf2256]

@llpqazz sure did. You mad? Cope harder.

[@jbh2761]

I’m a country driver , I like the concept very much as explained in the vid , but 14 litres per 100 km is a high fuel consumption compare to the old 20 yr old triton I drive currently which is around 10-11 litres per 100 km country driving (maybe I have this wrong about the shark , if any body can correct me please do ) .. all the other aspects of the shark is great .. but can’t help feel for a hybrid it fails in consumption of fuel . It seems more suited for city driving than country driving taking into account the electrics solely work from 70 km an hour and under , above 70 km hour that little petrol engine is working a lot to consume 14 litres an hour . But it’s great start in the Ute segment, possibly with better things to come in the future with this type of Ute. Thanks for the vid 👍

[@garrymuir1442]

The reviewers I feel as though did a poor job of this particular point. The reason, or the most likely reason the fuel consumption wasn't that great is the fact they never let the battery go down below 75% SOC (State of Charge), hence they only used 25% of the total capacity of battery before the petrol motor kicked in to start charging again. In reality you would allow the battery to go all the way down to at 20%% or there about before having the petrol motor start charging the battery again; ie use 80% of the battery first. I would be reasonably confident if they had done so and let the battery run to point of cycle discharge before allowing the petrol motor to start charging the battery again than the real world fuel figure would have been significantly better than what they experienced.

[@jbh2761]

@ I agree , considering this is a big selling point one would think , I think to overcome these types of examples by reviewers is to test drive myself when it arrives in my state , as I’ve watched many reviews of the Shark and it does start to get confusing . I’ve seen reviews where people say fuel consumption is very good 👍

[@christover1]

I need more beach and sand videos, enjoyed this. Clearly I need better tires :)

[@car24dude]

Lucky you ! ! ! We can’t get this BYD in the USA anytime soon.

[@jiajunhe5744]

what if you bring it from Mexico? does it possible?

[@mvnorsel6354]

Who doesn't love the Aussie outback, such a feeling of freedom?

[@KingWilliamProtector]

It looks pretty good too........

[@mingouczjcz3800]

When you drive away from your neighborhood, both your neighbors and your own family members couldn't notice your leaving just because it's eclectically quiet. Furthermore, when you park Shark inside a garage, there's no toxic exhaust fumes inside house just because it's in the electric mode. Good luck, folks.