BYD launches its first pickup truck for Europe: the Shark
Chinese automaker BYD is introducing its first pickup truck to the European market, the Shark, featuring a plug-in hybrid drivetrain, 436 hp, and a generous equipment list. It can travel up to 90 km on electric power alone and will compete with the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, and VW Amarok.
Chinese car manufacturer BYD has announced the European launch of its first pickup truck, the Shark. This five-seat vehicle features a plug-in hybrid powertrain and all-wheel drive. It measures 5.46 meters in length and is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine that typically acts as a generator, along with two electric motors that together produce 436 horsepower and 650 Nm of torque. The Shark comes with a 32.2 kWh battery, allowing an electric-only range of 90 km, while total range reaches 675 km. The pickup can tow up to 2,500 kg, with a payload of 790 kg and a cargo box volume of 1,200 liters. It includes various off-road driving modes such as sand, mud, snow, and gravel. The cabin offers a digital instrument cluster, a 15.6-inch touchscreen, a head-up display, a Dynaudio sound system, heated and ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, and wireless phone charging. In Germany, the starting price is expected to be below €60,000, but official pricing and equipment details have not been announced yet. In Europe, the Shark will compete with models like the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, and VW Amarok.
