BYD SHARK VS GWM CANNON ALPHA PHEV VS FORD RANGER PHEV WITH AUTOEXPERT JOHN CADOGAN

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This video pits three plug-in hybrid utes against each other: the BYD Shark, GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV, and Ford Ranger PHEV. The BYD Shark is highlighted for its impressive performance, outperforming even the Raptor in drag races, and its substantial 30kWh battery offering significant V2L capabilities, all under $60,000. However, it's noted to struggle with low-speed torque and off-road gearing compared to its rivals. The Ford Ranger PHEV is criticized for its likely high price due to South African production and import duties, coupled with a small 12kWh battery, making its 3.5-ton towing capacity its only significant advantage. The GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV emerges as a strong contender, featuring a similar powertrain to the Shark but with the added benefits of low-range gearing and diff locks, making it more capable off-road. It also boasts a larger battery than the Ranger and is expected to be priced competitively under the FBT exemption threshold. The discussion also touches on the broader issues of PHEV technology, battery longevity, and the impending end of FBT exemptions for plug-in hybrids in Australia.