Very Good
Ben Zachariah
2027 BYD Shark 6 Premium review
After the release of the Performance variant, we revisit the original Shark 6 Premium to see if it still holds up – and whether it will continue to.
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Chevrolet Silverado HD vs BYD Shark 6
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2026 Chevrolet Silverado HD - Ltz Premium
6.6L, 10-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4
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1.5L, Automatic, 4-door Cab Chassis, Electric, 4x4
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Overview
Variant
Ltz Premium
Variant
Dynamic
Body type
Utility
Body type
Cab Chassis
Engine size
6.6 L
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Fuel efficiency (combined)
2.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
350kW / 1322Nm
Power and torque
321kW / 650Nm
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—
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
6 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Electric
Safety rating
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Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Trailer Assist
Tow Mode: yes
Transparent Trailer View: yes
Trailer Assist
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Alexa
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Guidance Display
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Includes Programmable Settings: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Vehicle 360 View Camera
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Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 12.80
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Engine
Engine (cc): 6599
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: L5P
Engine (L): 6.6
Number of Cylinders: 8
Engine
Engine (cc): 1497
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Byd476zqf
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Emission Control Level
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Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 46
Standard Met: EU5
Energy Recuperation
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Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
WLTP Emissions
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WLTP Emissions
HEV UF Weighted (Combined): 50.0
HEV UF Weighted Testing Type: Hev Uf Weighted
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Other Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 36.0
Main Capacity (L): 136
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 30.0
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Main Capacity (L): 60
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.2
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 13.40
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.80
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 2.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 141
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 118
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 476
Maximum Power (kW): 350
Maximum Torque (Nm): 1322
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 2800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 437
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 437
Maximum Power (kW): 321
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 321
Maximum Torque (Nm): 650
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 650
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Performance
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Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 160
Maximum Speed (mph): 99
Power Consumption
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Power Consumption
Combined (km/kWh): 0.2
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 34.1
Combined (kWh/100km): 21.2
Combined (kWh/km): 0.5
Combined (kWh/mile): 0.3
Combined (miles/kWh): 0.3
Combined (Wh/km): 212
Combined (Wh/mile): 341
Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 2.0
Secondary Power
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Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 184
Maximum Power (kW): 135
Maximum Torque (Nm): 260
Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Differential Lock
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Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Selection: Manual & Automatic
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Code: 10l1000
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 10
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Manufacturer Name: DHT
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Power Steering
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Power Steering
Type: Electro-Hydraulic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Torsion
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 126
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 275
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 126
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 114
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 114
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Tray/Tub
Liner: Spray-In
Type: Straight Side
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cargo Area
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Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 28.5
Departure Angle: 23.6
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 31.0
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 69.5
Cargo Volume (L): 1968
Height (in): 21.0
Height (mm): 533
Length (in): 82.2
Length (mm): 2089
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 51.9
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1317
Width (in): 71.4
Width (mm): 1814
Cargo Area Dimensions
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External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 16067
Front Track (in): 68.1
Front Track (mm): 1731
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 251
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 52.7
Overall Height (in): 80.3
Overall Height (mm): 2039
Overall Length (in): 251.5
Overall Length (mm): 6387
Overall Width (in): 89.1
Overall Width (mm): 2263
Rear Track (in): 68.4
Rear Track (mm): 1738
Wheelbase (in): 158.9
Wheelbase (mm): 4036
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13500
Front Overhang (in): 36.5
Front Overhang (mm): 927
Front Track (in): 65.4
Front Track (mm): 1660
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 230
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 44.3
Overall Height (in): 75.8
Overall Height (mm): 1925
Overall Length (in): 213.1
Overall Length (mm): 5413
Overall Width (in): 77.6
Overall Width (mm): 1971
Rear Track (in): 65.4
Rear Track (mm): 1660
Wheelbase (in): 128.3
Wheelbase (mm): 3260
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Platform Code: Gmt K2xx
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Medium
Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Platform Code: Dmo Super Hybrid Off-Road
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Step
Step Location: Rear
Step Location: Side
Step
Step Location: Side
Trailer Towing Preparation
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Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Cargo Doors
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Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Front Fog Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Front Fog Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Roof
—
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Includes Rear View Camera: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 2540
Front Axle Weight (lb): 5600
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 4500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 9921
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 12474
Gross Train Weight (lb): 27501
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 4495
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 9910
Payload Allowance (kg): 733
Payload Allowance (lb): 1616
Payload Inc Driver (kg): 733
Payload Inc Driver (lb): 1616
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 3762
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 8294
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2994
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 6601
Tare Weight (kg): 3661
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 450
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1595
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3516
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5512
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3500
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7716
Payload Allowance (kg): 900
Payload Allowance (lb): 1984
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2600
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5732
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1905
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4200
Tare Weight (kg): 2563
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 250
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 7
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 12
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Display: yes
Includes Trailer Coverage: yes
Seat Vibrate: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 85.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250101
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 74.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 86.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Byd 1.5 Shark 6 Premium Phev Rhd
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: 40/20/40 Split
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: 40/20/40 Split
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Below Seat Storage
Location: Rear
Below Seat Storage
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Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Rear Outlet: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Rear Outlet: yes
Ventilation System
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Ion Filtering: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 12000
Distance (miles): 7456
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.20
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 220
Mode 3 amps (A): 16
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 4.64
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 8.83
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 4.64
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 7.00
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 7.00
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 3 Voltage: 220
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 0.51
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.51
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 0.56
Mode 4 Duration: 0.25
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 55.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 55.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 30
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: 4x4
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 310
Motor 1 Location: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 231.2
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 170.0
Motor 2 Electric Motor Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 2 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 340
Motor 2 Motor Location: Rear
Motor 2 Number: 2
Motor 2 Power Output Motor (hp/PS): 204.0
Motor 2 Power Output Motor (kW): 150.0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Cell Type: Prismatic
Battery Supplier: BYD
Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Voltage: 364.7
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 29.58
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 7.0
Range (km): 100.00
Range (miles): 62.14
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
V2L Charging
Includes Adapter: yes
Maximum Outlet Power: 2.2
Number of Outlets: 4
Total Power: 6.6
Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Rear Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Interior Trim
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Piano Black
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
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