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BYD Shark is a Pickup car, that will launch in India at an expected price of ₹ 35.00 Lakh. Shark is expected to launch in December 2026. It will launch in Hybrid versions only. BYD Shark will compete with Tata Curvv EV, Pravaig Defy, BYD Atto 3.

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Last Updated On 24th June'24: Exterior: As the name suggests, the BYD Shark gets its design inspiration from its namesake marine being, which is evident in the design of the vertical LED projector headlamps with C-shaped LED DRLs and a connected LED light bar between them. Beneath the light bar, the wide and aggressive-looking grille mimics the open mouth of a shark. The BYD Shark has an upright stance with sporty-looking 18-inch wheels and body cladding on the side profile, with the rear having vertical tail lamps with LED connected light bar across the deck lid.

Interior and features: The cabin of the BYD Shark has an all-black cabin with contrast red accents around the AC vents. The leather-wrapped cabin of the BYD Shark looks modern, with the 10.25-inch full-TFT instrument console behind the flat-bottom steering wheel and a 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen infotainment system in the middle. The cabin also has features like a 12-inch head-up display, 540-degree panoramic view camera, NFC digital key, wireless charger, power-adjustable and ventilated front seats and more.

Engine and transmission:The BYD Shark is globally available with a petrol-electric plug-in hybrid powertrain, which is a combination of a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, a 29.58kWh LFP blade battery and two electric motors. This PHEV powertrain's combined maximum power output is 435 bhp, enabling the Shark to go from 0-100 kmph in 5.7 seconds and travel for 100 km in the pure EV mode. Due to the dual-motor configuration, the BYD Shark has an all-wheel drive system on offer as standard, with the pickup having an independent double wishbone suspension setup at both front and rear.

Launch Time:Since pickup trucks comprise a niche category in the Indian market and there is almost negligible demand for PHEV pickup trucks in the country, the BYD Shark might take some time before hitting showroom floors.

Rivals:Currently, there is no petrol-electric hybrid pickup truck in the Indian market. However, if BYD launches the Shark here in India, it will compete with diesel-powered competitors like the Toyota Hilux and Isuzu V-Cross.

Price:BYD currently has no plans to bring Shark into the Indian car market. However, if it happens in the future, expect the BYD Shark to be priced between Rs 30 and 35 lakh. Like other premium offerings from BYD, the Shark might also arrive in India through the CBU route, which explains the high price positioning.

₹35.00 Lakh*Expected Price

1st December 2026Expected Launch

Shark Key Specifications

Hybrid

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Automatic

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User Insights at a Glance

Based on201 Responses

71%of users believe the model is Overpriced

58%of users expect a range of >500 km/charge

53%of users are Interested in buying this car

59%of users believe the model's main selling point is Fully loaded features

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BYD Shark Overview

BYD Shark Competitors

Models	Battery Capacity	Charging Time	Battery Warranty	Range	Max Power	Ground Clearance
Tata Curvv EV ₹17.49 - ₹22.24 Lakh*	45 - 55 kWh	40 mins (10-80%)	Vehicle Warranty - 3 Years/125000 Kms& Battery & Motor Warranty - 8 Years/160000 Kms	430 - 502 km	123000 W	186 - 190 mm
Pravaig Defy ₹39.50 Lakh*	90.9 kWh	30 minutes	8 Years/250000 Kms	500 km	299771 W	233.6 mm
BYD Atto 3 ₹24.99 - ₹33.99 Lakh*	60.48 kWh	50 mins (0% to 80%)	6 Years/150000 kms	521 km	150000 W	175 mm
Volvo EX30 ₹41.00 Lakh*	69 kWh	-	Battery Warranty - 8 Years / 160000 Kms	480 km	2000&000 W	207 mm
BYD eMAX 7 ₹26.90 - ₹29.90 Lakh*	71.8 kWh	37 mins (0% to 80%)	3 Years/125000 Kms	530 km	150000 W	170 mm
Mahindra XEV 9e ₹22.65 - ₹31.25 Lakh*	79 kWh	(20-80 %) 20 mins	Lifetime warranty	656 km	210000 W	207 mm
Tata Harrier EV ₹21.49 - ₹30.23 Lakh*	75 kWh	25 mins (20-80%)	Vehicle warranty 3 Years/125000Kms - Battery Warranty Lifetime Warranty/Unlimited Kms	622 km	Front - 116000 W. Rear - 175000 W	205 mm
Mahindra XEV 9S ₹20.70 - ₹30.20 Lakh*	79 kWh	20 mins (20-80%)	HV Battery pack - Lifetime	679 km	210000 W	201 mm
Mahindra BE 6 ₹19.65 - ₹28.49 Lakh*	79 kWh	(20-80%) 20 mins	Lifetime warranty	683 km	210000 W	207 mm
Hyundai Ioniq 5 ₹46.30 Lakh*	72.6 kWh	18 Minutes (10% to 80%) 350 kW Charger	8 Years/160000 Kms Battery Warranty - 3 Years/Unlimited Kms Vehical Warranty	631 km	159603 W	163 mm

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User Opinions on Shark

Anonymous

14 Jul 2025

Features in competition with Mahindra and Tata. Range on road 500+ and may be Hybrid. Just to charge the battery not power. The engine Price 25-30. Colors and proper offers.

Anonymous

31 May 2025

BYD is a reputed company, so it will deliver good product. This vehicle will be a hit in India. No other company matches quality and performance of BYD.

Anonymous

3 Apr 2025

Most of them will buy if priced under 25 Lakhs for hybrid version. At this price point it can easily beat Hilux and Isuzu. I am waiting for it's launch in India Karnataka soon.

Anonymous

29 Mar 2025

I like this car , the interior of the car is much more modern. I think it is much more good than Toyota Hilux if any one ask me to suggest any pickup car I will defiantly, I will say this BYD Shark.

Anonymous

13 Nov 2024

I want seven seater car . We want a normal budget for normal Indian people because this car design for Indian roads . This car's looks very strong and muscular.

Abhinav

13 Nov 2024

Love the car but the price shouldn’t be more than 20 Lakhs. I would definitely buy this car. Also EV option should be there .

Anonymous

8 Nov 2024

Good looking, safety features, after sale service are desirable. If given will consider buying. Price should be under 25 lakh. Spare parts availability will also matter.

Anonymous

6 Nov 2024

Only after feeling the vehicle and test driving it looks good on the outside. But it has to beat the Hilux and D max. Hoping it launches in India soon.

Anonymous

20 Oct 2024

I think I will at the least give it a test drive to get a feel for the vehicle. Expect that the test drive will be at least 10 km in the range to understand the vehicle better.

16 Oct 2024

The shark features and performance were better than the Hilux, and the hybrid technology was way better than the other company vehicles. The exterior was and the interior was way better than if it comes to the price 3500000