BYD Shark reveals – PHEV pickup truck rivals Hilux, over 430 horsepower, accelerates 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds, EV range is 100 km
The BYD’s first pickup truck is expected to make its global debut in just a few hours, but the Chinese automaker has released initial photos and preliminary information about the pickup truck – currently named Shark – on Mexican website. The lifestyle double cab is unique in that it is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system – the same as seen on related models for the first time. Bao Bao 5 SUVs.
The powertrain in question is an off-road dual-mode (DMO) Super Hybrid, led by a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with dual electric motors – one on each axle. This is said to be the first “vertical electric hybrid system” (whatever that means).
Not many technical details were revealed, but it was revealed that this truck has about 250 horsepower less than the Leopard 5, producing just over 430 horsepower – still enough to accelerate from 0 to 10. 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds. Fuel consumption is rated at 7.5 liters/100 km, while the all-electric range is claimed to be 100 km on the NEDC cycle, contributing to a total range of 840 km. The unspecified Blade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery can be charged via a DC fast charger from 30 to 80% in 20 minutes.
Like the Leopard 5, the Shark is built on a proper ladder chassis – with integrated battery – and uses independent double-wishbone suspension front and rear. The bed has a capacity of 1,450 liters and a load capacity of 835 kg, while the truck itself has a maximum towing capacity of 2,500 kg.
Said to be the largest car model in the one-ton vehicle segment, the Shark is 5,457 mm long, 1,971 mm wide and 1,925 mm high, 132 mm longer, 71 mm wider and 110 mm taller than the Toyota Hilux that it compete. . Its 3,260 mm wheelbase is also 175 mm longer.
On the outside, the Shark takes on the usual pickup truck design style, all boxy and upright with rugged fenders and features like very Ford F-150 Lightning-like upright headlights, full-width front and rear lights and a giant BYD badge on the grille. Roof rails, a wraparound windshield design and a rather crude-looking sports bar are also present, as are 18-inch six-spoke alloy wheels.
Inside, the Shark borrows a lot from the Leopard 5, including the steering wheel and drivetrain mode switches, the low and wide gear selector, and a row of large rear switches. However, the dashboard design is a bit different, consisting of large interlocking H motifs.
The technology is typical BYD and includes a 10.25-inch digital clock display and Dolphin’s new 12.8-inch rotating infotainment touchscreen. You also get “Hi BYD” voice control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, car karaoke function (microphone accessory sold separately), smartphone digital key, 360-degree camera ( including Land Rover-style “transparent bonnet function) and a 12-inch head-up display.
In terms of safety, the Shark is equipped with six airbags and can be equipped with a full range of driver assistance features. These include automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, rear collision warning, blind-spot warning with collision prevention, and rear cross-traffic alert with automatic brake.
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