BYD Shark 6 to make life tough for Ranger, Hilux with circa-$60K start price; first deliveries late 2024

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Orders for the BYD Shark 6 will open in Australia on October 29, with pricing to be announced soon. The plug-in hybrid electric ute is expected to be priced around $60,000, undercutting rivals like the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux. The Shark 6 features a hybrid system with electric motors and a petrol engine, offering 800km of range. It has a payload of 790kg and tow capacity of 2500kg. The Shark 6 is expected to be a top seller for BYD, with plans for other electrified utes in the future.

Brands mentioned: Ford, Toyota, BYD, GWM, Kia, Nissan