BYD Cars PH unleashes all-new Shark 6 DMO

MANILA: BYD Cars Philippines, under the management of ACMobility, has formally launched the all-new Shark 6 Dual-Mode Off-Road (DMO). 

With the introduction of the said nameplate to the local market, BYD’s local arm has gained a contender in the ever-competitive Philippine pickup truck market segment. Specifically, it is positioned to face the Ford Ranger Raptor in the said segment’s premium niche. 

So, what is the all-new BYD Shark 6 DMO offering to prospective buyers? 

Exterior

Style-wise, the BYD Shark 6 DMO comes with an imposing look thanks to its squared-off corners and its hefty-looking proportions. 

For its front fascia, the newly introduced plug-in hybrid pickup truck boasts a square-shaped grille flanked by LED headlamps. It is also surrounded by the vehicle’s eye-catching LED daytime running lamp bar and is framed from the bottom by a hefty-looking front bumper. 

If viewed from the side, one will immediately notice the perfectly straight line running from the rear edge of the bed all the way to its front end. It also comes with reasonably sized power-folding side mirrors and a series of black plastic claddings for its wheel arches, as well as on the lower sections of its doors. 

Other noteworthy exterior bits present on the ride include a set of 18-inch wheels, static side steps, an LED taillight bar, rear-mounted recovery hooks, and a pair of roof rails. 

Interestingly, the model has a few ways to open the tailgate. It can be done via a button on the tailgate, the touchscreen, the keyfob, and through a button on the center console. 

Once open, users can access the truck bed’s three power outlets and cargo hooks. On the top-spec Premium trim, it also comes equipped with a sports bar. 

Here is a table detailing the dimensions of the BYD Shark 6 DMO: 

Model	BYD Shark 6 DMO
Length (in millimeters)	5,455
Width (in mm)	1,970
Height (in mm)	1,925
Wheelbase length (in mm)	3,260
Cargo bed space	1,200 liters
Payload capacity	835 kilograms

Interior

Inside the BYD Shark 6 DMO is a well-arranged cabin appointed with plenty of creature comforts. 

For starters, all of its seats are clad in leather, with the ones on the front offering a decent amount of bolstering, a ventilation feature, and power adjustability. The second row, on the other hand, has a reclining function. Both rows of the vehicle also get a decent number of bottle/cup holders and elbow rests. 

Cooling everyone inside the vehicle is a dual-zone automatic climate control system with rear vents. Likewise, sprinkled around the cabin are sturdy grab handles and USB-type C charging ports. 

Notably, the rear cabin boasts a totally flat floor. As such, the model’s second row has no issues when it comes to accommodating three adults. 

For onboard entertainment, the Shark 6 DMO was kitted with a 12.8-inch central infotainment display. Similar to other cars in the marque’s lineup, the said screen can switch its orientation from portrait to landscape with a push of a button. 

Handling connectivity for the Shark’s infotainment system is wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as Bluetooth. Sound, on the other hand, is outputted by an eight-piece speaker system. Topping up devices inside the BYD pickup truck is also made easy thanks to a 50-watt wireless smartphone charging pad. 

Concerning driving-related amenities, the vehicle has a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a push-to-start button, a drive-mode selector, rain-sensing wipers, an electronic parking brake, a heads-up display, and a 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster. 

Safety

Safety aboard the BYD Shark 6 DMO is provided by anti-lock braking, stability control, traction control, front and rear parking sensors, hill-descent control, 360-degree view monitor, and six airbags - among others. 

The said features are supported by an array of advanced driver assist systems (ADAS), which include the following: 

• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane departure warning
• Emergency lane keep assist
• Automatic emergency braking
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Rear cross-traffic braking
• Blind spot detection

Powertrain

Propelling the BYD Shark 6 DMO is a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine paired with a 29.6-kilowatt-hour blade battery, as well as a dual electric motor setup. Collectively, the aforementioned system is known as the DMO, and it can provide up to 429 horsepower and 650 Newton-meters of torque. 

Thanks to its output, BYD says that the Shark 6 DMO can sprint from zero to 100 kilometers per hour in just 5.7 seconds. 

As an off-road-spec ride, the newly introduced hybrid truck comes standard with a 4x4 system with optimized terrain modes for mud, sand, and gravel. Notably, the model is also built on a specialized body-on-frame chassis, which integrates the blade battery to form a sturdy but flexible platform. 

To ensure ride quality, the BYD pickup truck uses a double-wishbone suspension for the front and rear. Stopping power, on the other hand, is provided by front and rear discs. 

Similar to other BYD plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), the Shark 6 DMO has an all-electric range of 100 kilometers (km). Its estimated combined range, however, clocks in at over 800 km. 

Likewise available for the off-road-capable ride is a regenerative braking system, vehicle-to-load functionality, and direct-current fast charging capability. 

Here is a table summarizing the engine outputs and other mechanical details of the BYD Shark 6 DMO: 

Model	BYD Shark 6 DMO
Engine	1.5-liter turbocharged
Fuel type	Gasoline
Drivetrain	4x4
Hybrid system	Dual-motor, Blade battery
Horsepower	429
Torque	650 Newton-meters
Suspension system	Double-wishbone front and rear
Brakes	Front and rear discs
Towing capacity	2,500 kg

Price

The entry-level BYD Shark 6 DMO Advanced is priced at P2.098 million. The BYD Shark 6 DMO Premium, on the other hand, retails for P2.298 million. 

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