BYD, a Chinese auto manufacturer, was spotted testing a new compact pickup truck, increasing speculation among potential buyers. The new compact pickup is expected to launch in South America; let’s see what it will offer to the buyers.
BYD Shark is the first pickup truck model launched in 2024, and now this new compact pickup will be smaller than the Shark. The BYD Shark has set the stage for the future pickup truck model. The new model is expected to target the compact truck market in terms of affordability, technology, and size.
The testing image is already out on social media with a blue camouflage wrap. People are speculating on the design and technical specifications of the model with the spotting. The data and the name of the new compact pickup truck are still not confirmed.
BYD Compact Pickup Launch
BYD is ready to explore the pickup truck market with a new compact-sized model. The spotting of the upcoming unnamed model has drawn the attention of car enthusiasts, as the BYD Shark model has already made its name in the global market.
According to the reports, the new BYD compact-sized pickup truck is designed for the South American market. The reports claimed that BYD can launch the compact pickup truck in 2026 or later in the global market.
The great response to the BYD Shark has led the company to expand their models and explore the market in different size segments. The company has not confirmed anything about the expected compact pickup truck.
BYD Compact Pickup Design
From the spy shots of the BYD expected compact pickup truck, we can find the following design of the exterior and interior of the model:
- The new pickup truck will feature the Dragon face that we can find in the BYD earlier models.
- The model will have an intense grille and simple headlights, improving the overall look of the pickup truck.
- The model is more compact than the BYD Shark with a smaller bed, roof rails, and a hitch.
- The interior of the upcoming model can be similar to the BYD shark with a few tweaks in the premium cabin.
- The prototype includes an old steering wheel found in the Sealion 6 SUV and a straightforward gear selector.
- The infotainment screen is there, with physical buttons, and other cabin features elevating the experience of the users.
- The cabin materials and design may not be as premium as BYD Shark, but it will have an attractive design.
BYD Compact Pickup Expected Technical Specifications
The brand has not revealed anything officially; however, based on the speculations, the excited customers can expect the following specifications:
- The BYD compact pickup truck may adopt the plug-in hybrid technology; the powertrain is not certain yet. The brand is looking to bring a cheaper and affordable pickup truck for the customers, hence we can expect specifications that will not increase the price.
- Some reports say it will be available in the ICE version as well to offer a cheaper option to the customer base.
- The BYD Shark has a 1.5 litre engine paired with two electric motors, generating 430 hp and accelerating the 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds.
- The dimension, suspension, and other details are not out yet, hence there is no clear picture of it.
BYD Compact Pickup Truck Expected Price
The BYD Compact pickup truck has not been officially announced yet; however, based on the previous model price range, we can estimate the price. The BYD Shark is available at a price range of $50,000 to $58,000 in Mexico.
The price of the new compact-sized pickup truck can be less than $50,000 in South America. The upcoming pickup truck is expected to compete with the Fiat Toro, Ram Rampage, and Chevrolet Montana in the South American market.
The new BYD Compact pickup truck is in the testing stage, and soon we can see its launch in the South American market in 2026. The spy shot from the testing has revealed its appearance, but not its technical features and specifications that will decide its performance and ability. So, for now, the excited car enthusiasts should wait for the official announcement.
