Pickup Plug-In Hybrid e-CVT AWD 5-seat

BYD SHARK 6 DMO

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First South African SHARK 6 DMO generation Current version Original current-generation version Body style Double-cab Pickup
SHARK 6 DMO is a South African Pickup with a pickup body and plug-in hybrid power.
ZAR 1,149,900
On-road in
ZAR 1,169,099
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 1,149,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,800
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,450
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,000
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,600
Insurance
ZAR 10,349
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 1,149,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 17,374/month Based on Premium DMO AWD Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Torque:380Nm (280 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:230mm (9.1″) Power:180kW (241 bhp) Electric Range:80km Battery:29.6kWh Boot1200L (42.4 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 9.5 km/l (22 mpg)
City 8.8 km/l (21 mpg)
Highway 11.6 km/l (27 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the BYD SHARK 6 DMO in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 17,374
Total Interest
ZAR 252,450
Total Payable
ZAR 1,042,450
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the Premium DMO AWD. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

BYD SHARK 6 DMO

SHARK 6 DMO is a South African Pickup with a pickup body and plug-in hybrid power.

The BYD SHARK 6 DMO is a five-seat double-cab pickup that combines electric drive, a turbocharged petrol engine and all-wheel drive. Performance joined the range in July 2026 at R1,149,900, bringing a separate 2.0-litre turbocharged powertrain, 350 kW and 700 Nm. The two derivatives share the SHARK's plug-in-hybrid idea but use slightly different published battery figures: 29.58 kWh for Premium and 29.6 kWh for Performance. A tow limit is not the only number that matters: payload, tow-ball mass, combined vehicle-and-trailer limits, trailer brakes and licence requirements must all be verified from the specific derivative's documentation. Performance's current launch specification includes an 80 km electric range claim, 640 km combined WLTP range, 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time, 7 kW AC charging and 55 kW DC charging. Owners who never plug in will carry a substantial battery without exploiting it fully. A showroom check should cover rear-seat comfort, child-seat access, load-bin dimensions, tie-down points, tonneau compatibility and camera visibility with a towbar fitted. Accessories can alter payload, airflow, warranty obligations and insurance, so every planned canopy, suspension change or electrical addition should be discussed before installation. BYD South Africa's published warranty table lists five-year or 100,000 km complete-vehicle cover, eight-year or 200,000 km power-battery cover and five-year or 100,000 km drive-unit cover for the SHARK 6. Premium launched in 2025; the higher-output Performance derivative expanded the South African range in July 2026. First South African SHARK 6 generation, built as a body-on-frame-style electrified double-cab pickup using BYD's DMO architecture. Premium combines turbo-petrol and electric drive for 321 kW and 650 Nm with a 29.58 kWh battery; Performance uses a 2.0-litre turbo plug-in-hybrid system for 350 kW and 700 Nm with a 29.6 kWh battery. A technology-rich five-seat double-cab cabin designed for daily SUV-like comfort, with screens, cameras, driver assistance and practical storage alongside a separate load bin. The SHARK 6 DMO is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a e-CVT transmission, a e-CVT transmission and a AWD drivetrain. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R989,900, engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid and a power output of 135 kW for SHARK 6 DMO. Those details decide whether it is an easy fit for work, delivery or fleet duty, or whether a nearby model with a different package would make more sense once the ownership budget is written down for SHARK 6 DMO

BYD SHARK 6 DMO — Quick Facts

BYD SHARK 6 DMO Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2025
Body Style
Double-cab Pickup
Generation
First South African SHARK 6 DMO generation
Model Year
2026
Production Status
Active
Segment
Double-cab Pickup
Vehicle Type
Light commercial vehicle
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Facelift History
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
Length
5457 mm
Width
1971 mm
Height
1925 mm
Wheelbase
3260 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
230 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1200 l
Kerb Weight
2775 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3500 kg
Payload Capacity
725 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.75 m
Front Headroom
1025 mm
Rear Headroom
990 mm
Front Legroom
1048 mm
Rear Legroom
880.4 mm
Engine
2.0-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Hybrid System
Series-Parallel Hybrid
Engine Displacement
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
180 kW
Maximum Torque
380 Nm
Combined Power
350 kW
Combined Torque
700 Nm
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors
2
Motor Location
Front + Rear
Drive Type
AWD
Transmission
e-CVT
Top Speed
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
5.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Mud, Sand, Snow
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
126.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
252.3 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
29.6 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
LFP
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
80 km (WLTP)
AC Charging Power
7 kW
DC Charging Power
55 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Yes
LSD Available
Not Available
Gearbox
e-CVT
Drivetrain Layout
Front and rear electric drive units
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Available
Drivetrain
AWD
Axle Layout
4x4
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission
Front Differential Lock
Not Available
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Front 10.48:1; Rear 11.55:1
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Automatic electric all-wheel drive
Gear Shift Type
Column gear shifter
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Range Real World Mixed
704 km
Electric Consumption
277 Wh/km (WLTP)
Charging Type
AC and DC
Charging Port Type
Type 2 AC; CCS2 DC
Combined Driving Range
640 km (WLTP)
Range Real World Highway
776 km
Real-world Mileage
10.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Litres
60
Auto Start Stop
Integrated hybrid engine stop/start
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
Highway Mileage
11.6 km/l
City Mileage
8.8 km/l
Claimed Mileage
9.5 km/l
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
7
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
BA
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Brake Override System
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
AEB
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Park Assist
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Auto Wipers
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Around View Monitor
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Passenger Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
60 40 Split Seat
Not Available
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-way electric with 4-way electric lumbar adjustment
Seat Trim
Synthetic leather
Steering Wheel Material
Synthetic leather
Heated Seats
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Seat Material
Synthetic leather
Keyless Entry
Standard
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic
Power Windows
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
AC Type
Automatic dual-zone air conditioner
Android Auto
Standard
Touchscreen
Standard
USB Ports
Front and rear USB-A/USB-C ports
Infotainment System
15.6-inch rotating touchscreen
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
11
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Infotainment Screen
15.6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Full LCD instrument display
Roof Rails
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
Atlantis Gray, Sky Black, Grey Green, Snowy White
Fog Lamps
Front and rear fog lamps
Headlights
LED
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED Headlamps
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Mud, Sand, Snow
Wading Depth
700 mm
4WD System Type
Electric all-wheel drive
Breakover Angle
17 deg
Approach Angle
31 deg
Departure Angle
19.3 deg
Locking Differential
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Tyre Size
265/65 R18
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-size spare wheel
Wheel Rim Size
18
Rear Suspension
Double wishbone
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Service Plan
5 years/100000 km maintenance plan
Warranty
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
CO2 Emissions
23 g/km (WLTP)
Pricing Role
high-output plug-in-hybrid double cab
Price Zar
1149900 ZAR
Ownership Role
high-output plug-in-hybrid double cab
Starting Price
1149900
Starting Price Zar
1149900

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Market
South Africa
Brand
BYD
Brand Slug
byd
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
BYD
Model
SHARK 6 DMO
OEM URL
https://www.byd.com/za/hybrid-cars/shark-6
Source Name
BYD Auto South Africa
Source Page URL
https://www.byd.com/za/hybrid-cars/shark-6
Source URL
https://www.byd.com/material/byd-site/za/product/shark-6/BYD%20SHARK%206%20Specifications%20%20-%20SA.pdf
Variant
Performance DMO AWD
Fuel Economy Combined
10.5 L/100 km (WLTP, SOC <25%)
Fuel Efficiency
10.5 L/100 km (WLTP, SOC <25%) l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
10.5 L/100 km (WLTP, SOC <25%) l/100km
Combined Consumption
10.5 L/100 km (WLTP, SOC <25%)
Claimed Fuel Consumption
10.5 L/100 km (WLTP, SOC <25%) l/100km
Average Fuel Consumption
10.5 L/100 km (WLTP, SOC <25%)
Price Source
South African retail-market RRP listing (secondary verification)
Driving fit

Where the BYD SHARK 6 DMO Fits Best

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Who buys this

Performance increases towing to 3,500 kg and is the derivative for buyers whose trailers genuinely require that rating. The best buyer for SHARK 6 DMO can describe a recurring reason for choosing its pickup layout. Then compare a e-CVT transmission and a e-CVT transmission with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment

City
Premium is the lifestyle-led entry with a published 321 kW system and 2,500 kg braked-towing capacity. The urban test for SHARK 6 DMO should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. The vehicle’s a AWD drivetrain is only useful if access and visibility work in practice
Highway
Those are useful off-road indicators, but they do not remove the need to inspect water depth, current, underbody obstacles and recovery options. For highway buyers, the SHARK 6 DMO needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Engine of 2.0-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort
Off-Road
Real electric distance changes with load, tyres, surface, weather, accessory use and trailer drag. A South African price reference of R1,149,900 may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor plug-in hybrid alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability. Ground clearance is only one part of the rough-road answer for SHARK 6 DMO. For SHARK 6 DMO, the sensible check is the exact awd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. Stay cautious where the local data does not state clearance or wading depth for SHARK 6 DMO. A buyer whose routine includes construction tracks or isolated farm roads should compare a vehicle with documented capability rather than infer it from styling for SHARK 6 DMO
4.3/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.3 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

BYD SHARK 6 DMO — Should You Buy It?

4.3/5
BYD SHARK 6 DMO South Africa expert rating
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

SHARK 6 DMO is a South African Pickup with a pickup body and plug-in hybrid power. Premium's specification must be read separately rather than assuming every Performance value transfers to it. The SHARK 6 is compelling for a buyer who needs a double cab and can make use of plug-in charging. A fair review of SHARK 6 DMO should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a AWD drivetrain, a AWD drivetrain and a South African price reference of R1,149,900 can be valuable for the right driver. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price The conclusion depends on the exact South African derivative, its price and the work it has to do.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.3/5 · 20%
4.3/5
Value 4.2/5 · 20%
4.2/5
Practicality 4.4/5 · 20%
4.4/5
Ownership 4.0/5 · 15%
4.0/5
Powertrain suitability 4.8/5 · 15%
4.8/5
Comfort & technology 4.3/5 · 10%
4.3/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

SHARK 6 DMO deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Premium's specification must be read separately rather than assuming every Performance value transfers to it. The SHARK 6 is compelling for a buyer who needs a double cab and can make use of plug-in charging. A fair review of SHARK 6 DMO should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a AWD drivetrain, a AWD drivetrain and a South African price reference of R1,149,900 can be valuable for the right driver. The buying case for SHARK 6 DMO is specific. A South African price reference of R989,900 gives it a reason to be considered, while engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid and a power output of 135 kW set the boundaries for SHARK 6 DMO. It deserves a shortlist when those details solve a repeated South African driving need for SHARK 6 DMO. It is less persuasive when the buyer is paying for unused capacity or assuming that another derivative’s equipment applies here for SHARK 6 DMO. Compare the written price, the nearest grade and one genuine alternative before deciding for SHARK 6 DMO

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Pickup
  • ✓Fuel type: Plug-in Hybrid
  • ✓South African price: R989,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
  • ✓Power output: 135 kW
  • ✓Transmission: e-CVT
  • ✓Gearbox: e-CVT
  • ✓Drivetrain: AWD
  • ✓Drive layout: AWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for SHARK 6 DMO can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for SHARK 6 DMO depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written SHARK 6 DMO quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate SHARK 6 DMO budget.
  • ✕A short SHARK 6 DMO test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕SHARK 6 DMO capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent SHARK 6 DMO grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published SHARK 6 DMO figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm SHARK 6 DMO stock and support terms.

BYD SHARK 6 DMO FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the BYD SHARK 6 DMO run from R989,900 to R1,149,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises Premium DMO AWD, Performance DMO AWD. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the BYD SHARK 6 DMO is 230 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the BYD SHARK 6 DMO is 1498 cc, with output shown as 135 kW (181 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the BYD SHARK 6 DMO range: Premium DMO AWD: 10.4 km/l; Performance DMO AWD: 9.5 km/l.

Performance increases towing to 3,500 kg and is the derivative for buyers whose trailers genuinely require that rating. The best buyer for SHARK 6 DMO can describe a recurring reason for choosing its pickup layout.

Premium is the lifestyle-led entry with a published 321 kW system and 2,500 kg braked-towing capacity. The urban test for SHARK 6 DMO should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded.

Those are useful off-road indicators, but they do not remove the need to inspect water depth, current, underbody obstacles and recovery options. For highway buyers, the SHARK 6 DMO needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard.

Buyers researching the BYD SHARK 6 DMO often compare it with rivals such as Ford Ranger Tremor , Ford Ranger Wildtrak , Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab , Ford Ranger Platinum , GWM P500 . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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