BYD Shark 6 lineup grows to three with cab-chassis and 350kW Performance
The 2026 BYD Shark 6 now spans three variants from $55,900 with a new cab-chassis for tradies and a 350kW Performance model arriving in May with 3,500kg towing capacity.
Rob Leigh
Key takeaways
- BYD Shark 6 range now starts at $55,900 with the new Dynamic cab-chassis
- Shark 6 Performance brings 350kW, 700Nm and 3,500kg towing for $62,900
- Cab-chassis is on sale now & Performance arrives in May
BYD has expanded the 2026 Shark 6 lineup from one variant to three, adding a trade-ready Dynamic cab-chassis and a more powerful Performance flagship to a range that already outsold nearly every ute in Australia last year.
The Dynamic cab-chassis is on sale now at $55,900 before on-road costs sitting $2,000 below the unchanged Premium pickup. It carries the same turbocharged 1.5-litre PHEV system producing 321kW and 650Nm, but drops to a 12.8-inch infotainment screen. An optional alloy tray developed with Ironman 4x4 featuring eight tie-down points, two lockable storage boxes and a trundle tray option will be priced separately in the coming weeks.
The bigger news is the Performance variant arriving in May at $62,900 before on-roads. It swaps the 1.5-litre engine for a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol unit producing 180kW, paired with an upgraded 200kW front motor sourced from the Denza B5 and the same 150kW rear motor as the Premium. Combined outputs climb to 350kW and 700Nm, with BYD claiming fuel consumption of just 1.3L/100km when the battery holds above 25% charge.
2026 BYD Shark 6 pricing
| Model | Price (before on-roads) |
| Shark 6 Dynamic cab/chassis | $55,900 |
| Shark 6 Premium | $57,900 |
| Shark 6 Performance | $62,900 |
2026 BYD Shark 6 Performance specs
| Spec | Figure |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder |
| Combined power | 350kW |
| Combined torque | 700Nm |
| Battery | 29.58kWh LFP |
| 0-100km/h | 5.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (charge >25%) | 1.3L/100km |
| Braked towing capacity | 3,500kg |
How the 2026 BYD Shark 6 Performance stacks up against rivals
That 3,500kg tow rating is significant. It brings the Shark 6 Performance level with the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV and Ford Ranger PHEV - two of its closest competitors in the electrified ute space. At $62,900 it also undercuts a Toyota HiLux SR5 ($65,990) and Ford Ranger XLT V6 diesel ($67,990).
The heavier 2.0-litre setup does carry a payload penalty, dropping from 825kg in the 1.5-litre to 762kg, worth noting for buyers with genuine work requirements.
A new Crawl Mode debuts on the Performance and limits speed to 20km/h while continuously adjusting torque to prevent wheelspin across rocks, ruts and steep terrain. BYD plans to roll Crawl Mode out to Premium and Dynamic owners via an over-the-air update later this year.
Expressions of interest are open now for the Performance ahead of its May arrival. Having driven the Shark 6 ourselves, the expanded range makes a strong case - read our full BYD Shark 6 review for our verdict. The Shark 6 shifted 18,073 units in Australia in 2025 from a single variant. Three variants gives it a much wider net to cast.
Three models now cover tradies, families and performance-focused buyers - and all of them undercut the diesel ute establishment on price.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the 2026 BYD Shark 6 Performance cost in Australia?
The Shark 6 Performance is priced from $62,900 before on-road costs and arrives in Australian showrooms in May 2026.
What is the towing capacity of the BYD Shark 6 Performance?
The Performance is rated to tow 3,500kg braked, up from 2,500kg in the standard Premium - matching rivals like the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV and Ford Ranger PHEV.
What is the difference between the BYD Shark 6 Dynamic and Premium?
The Dynamic is available as a cab-chassis from $55,900 and uses a smaller 12.8-inch screen. The Premium is a full pickup from $57,900 with a larger 15.6-inch display and additional standard features including heated and ventilated seats and a head-up display.
