Lots of discussion in the ute community this week about BYD testing a 2.0-Litre Turbo Heavy-Duty DMO variant of the Shark 6 rated for a full 3,500 kg braked towing capacity alongside our current 1.5T DMO model:

1. Key Highlights & What Stood Out to Me

Following owner feedback from Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, BYD truck engineers have been testing an upgraded 2.0-Litre Turbo DMO Heavy-Duty powertrain alongside the 1.5T DMO Shark 6:

• 2.0T Dedicated Hybrid Engine + High-Capacity Blade Pack: Boosts sustained generator output under heavy towing loads.
• 3,500 kg Braked Towing Rating: Upgraded rear chassis crossmember, heavy-duty variable-rate rear coils, and factory-integrated electronic trailer brake controller.
• Existing 1.5T Shark 6 owners also receive improved Tow Mode SOC Hold curves via the v26.09 DiLink OTA update!

2. Closer Look at the Specs & Hardware Packaging

3. Do You Actually Need 3,500 kg Towing, or Is 2,500 kg Enough?

Most dual-cab owners tow boats, camper trailers, or 2.2T caravans where the 1.5T Shark 6 is already effortless—would you pay extra for a 2.0T 3.5T-rated heavy-duty trim?

One of the best hidden ergonomics features on all BYD DiLink screens (Atto 3, Dolphin, Seal, Sealion 6/7, Shark 6) is 3-Finger Multi-Touch Climate Gestures, which work even while you are inside full-screen Apple CarPlay or Android Auto:

On-Road Impressions, Efficiency & Setup Details

1. 3 Fingers Swipe UP / DOWN anywhere on the screen: Raises or lowers cabin A/C Temperature by 1°C per swipe.
2. 3 Fingers Swipe LEFT / RIGHT anywhere on the screen: Raises or lowers HVAC Fan Speed (Levels 1 to 7).

Inflating the SUP boards at the beach with a 240V electric pump off the V2L socket is genius!