BYD Australia has expanded the Shark 6 range in Australia by adding two new variants, the Shark 6 Dynamic Cab-Chassis and the Shark 6 Performance. These join the existing Shark 6 Premium, taking the lineup to three variants for 2026.
The updated Shark 6 range is aimed at a wider range of Australian buyers, including tradies, fleet operators, off-road enthusiasts, and families looking for a dual-purpose ute.
BYD Shark 6 price in Australia
Here are the prices for the updated BYD Shark 6 lineup before on-road costs:
| Variant | Price |
| Shark 6 Dynamic Cab-Chassis | $55,900 |
| Shark 6 Premium | $57,900 |
| Shark 6 Performance | $62,900 |
BYD will also offer a heavy-duty alloy tray developed with Ironman 4×4. The tray costs $5,000, while fitment costs an additional $1,155.
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BYD Shark 6 Performance gets more power and towing
The new Shark 6 Performance sits at the top of the lineup and gets a larger 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with BYD’s Dual Mode (DM) Super Hybrid setup.
It produces 350kW and 700Nm, which is higher than the 321kW and 650Nm offered in the Shark 6 Dynamic and Shark 6 Premium variants. BYD claims the Shark 6 Performance can sprint from 0-100km/h in 5.5 seconds.
One of the biggest upgrades is towing capacity. The Shark 6 Performance can tow up to 3,500kg braked, while the Dynamic and Premium variants are rated at 2,500kg.
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Shark 6 Dynamic Cab-Chassis targets tradies
The Shark 6 Dynamic Cab-Chassis has been designed with trade and fleet buyers in mind. Buyers can opt for a heavy-duty alloy tray with integrated tie-down points and lockable storage boxes.
The tray has been developed to handle Australian conditions, including UV exposure, corrosion, and rough-road use. BYD says the tray maintains compatibility with the vehicle’s ADAS safety systems and charging interfaces.
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BYD Shark 6 off-road features
All Shark 6 variants continue to use double wishbone suspension at both ends instead of the traditional leaf-spring setup seen in many utes.
The Shark 6 lineup also gets multiple terrain modes, including Mud, Sand, Snow, and Mountain modes.
The new Shark 6 Performance additionally introduces a Crawl Mode for tougher off-road conditions such as rocks, deep ruts, and steep climbs. Crawl Mode limits speed to 12km/h while automatically managing torque delivery for improved traction.
BYD has confirmed Crawl Mode will later arrive on existing Shark 6 Premium and Dynamic variants through an over-the-air update.
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BYD Shark 6 interior and tech
The Shark 6 Dynamic Cab-Chassis gets a 12.8-inch touchscreen, while the Premium and Performance variants feature a larger 15.6-inch infotainment display.
Other features include:
- Wireless Apple CarPlay
- Wireless Android Auto
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- 360-degree camera
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality
- Multiple 230V power outlets
All variants also carry a five-star ANCAP safety rating.
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BYD Shark 6 battery and hybrid system
Every Shark 6 variant uses BYD’s Dual Mode Off-Road (DMO) AWD platform along with a 29.58kWh Blade Battery.
The system allows the ute to operate in three driving modes:
- Pure EV mode for electric-only driving
- HEV Series mode where the engine charges the battery
- HEV Parallel mode where the engine and electric motors work together
BYD says this setup allows buyers to handle short daily commutes using EV power while still benefiting from hybrid efficiency on longer drives.
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