BYD SHARK 6 Made Its Debut in Saudi Arabia: The Kingdom’s First Plug-In Hybrid Pickup

BYD SHARK 6 Lands in Saudi Arabia: The Kingdom’s First Plug-In Hybrid Pickup

RIYADH – October 1, 2025 – BYD shook up the pickup game in Saudi Arabia with the launch of the SHARK 6, the Kingdom’s first-ever plug-in hybrid pickup, at Arena Riyadh. The debut marked a major milestone in Saudi Arabia’s automotive landscape.

BYD SHARK 6 Lands in Saudi Arabia: The Kingdom’s First Plug-In Hybrid Pickup

Power Meets Innovation

Built on BYD’s DMO Super Hybrid Off-road Platform, the SHARK 6 delivered 430+ horsepower—equivalent to a 4.0L V8—and a combined range of 840 km, including 100 km of pure electric driving. Its intelligent electric 4WD system ensured top-tier performance across both city streets and rugged terrain.

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The SHARK 6’s cabin combined premium comfort with cutting-edge technology

featuring a 12.8″ adaptive rotating screen, 10.25″ LCD panel, ventilated and heated seats, and a flat rear floor giving passengers 880.4mm of legroom. Safety highlights included BYD’s ultra-safe Blade Battery integrated via Cell to Chassis (CTC) technology, and double-wishbone independent suspension ensured a smooth, luxury-SUV-level ride.

BYD SHARK 6 Lands in Saudi Arabia: The Kingdom’s First Plug-In Hybrid Pickup

The vehicle offered a 540° panoramic camera and Level 2 driving assistance, while the Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function transformed it into a mobile power station for work, outdoor adventures, or weekend camping.

A Statement of the Future

Jerome Saigot, Managing Director of Al-Futtaim BYD KSA, said:

“The SHARK 6 isn’t just a vehicle—it’s a statement. Power, innovation, and freedom all in one ride. Sit in it, drive it, and you’ll see the future of pickups is here.”

The SHARK 6 became available across Saudi Arabia on October 1, 2025, setting a new benchmark for pickups and reinforcing BYD’s position as a key player in the Kingdom’s evolving automotive market.