BYD SHARK 6 PHEV UTE: IS IT REALLY RUBBISH AT TOWING?

EV Channels Review

The reviewer critically examines the BYD Shark 6 PHEV ute's towing capabilities, directly addressing claims made by 'Car Expert'. While acknowledging the ute's impressive on-road towing performance and its ability to handle steep gradients even with a depleted battery, the reviewer debunks the notion that it's 'rubbish' at towing. The analysis highlights that the 'Car Expert' test, particularly the dynamometer simulation, produced misleading conclusions by not accurately reflecting real-world driving conditions or the limitations of such tests. The reviewer emphasizes that the Shark 6's powertrain is robust enough for typical towing scenarios, even on challenging inclines, and that its battery management system is designed to prevent critical failures. The core takeaway is that the BYD Shark 6 is a capable towing vehicle, and the criticisms leveled against it are largely unfounded when viewed through a practical, real-world lens.