NZ BYD Shark 6 Earns Five Star ANCAP Safety Rating

• Recently launched BYD SHARK 6 plug in DMO hybrid, has received the top 5-star safety ratings in the latest round of the ANCAP Safety (Australasian New Car Assessment Program) testing standards
• The ANCAP Safety rating programme is a critical factor in vehicle selection for buyers
• Safety rating further enhances the overall exceptional offering in the award-winning SHARK 6, where safety, battery technology and BYD’s aim to cool the earth by 1°C are top priorities
• Adds to the overall exceptional package of the BYD SHARK 6 offering

BYD New Zealand is pleased to announce the recently launched, award winning model, the SHARK 6, has been presented the highest safety rating of 5 stars from ANCAP Safety today, scoring 85% for Adult Occupant Protection, 95% Child Occupant Protection, 74% Pedestrian/Vulnerable Road User Protection and 86% Safety Assist.

The BYD SHARK 6 is equipped with an extensive range of standard safety features including dual frontal airbags, side chest and side head-protecting airbags. It also features a centre airbag designed to protect the front-seat occupants in side-impact crashes.

“With all BYD’s current models having now earned top ANCAP safety ratings, it’s evident that new manufacturers are prioritizing safety as they enter the market to align with consumer demands. For fleets and individuals looking to electrify their light commercial Ute range, the SHARK 6 presents a new five-star plug-in hybrid option”. Said ANCAP CEO Carla Hoorweg.

Warren Willmot, BYD New Zealand’s General Manager says “This is excellent news to receive for the recently launched BYD SHARK 6 model. Having just been awarded the Autocar Car of the Year 2024, this rounds out a very impressive vehicle offering for New Zealanders. The SHARK 6 ticks all the boxes regarding available features, benefits and now top of the line safety standards, making it an even more desirable vehicle for New Zealand Consumers. It’s also important to note that every BYD model that has entered the New Zealand market has achieved a 5-star safety rating, and all have also won local awards, so the BYD brand is continuing to go from strength to strength both nationally and globally in a highly competitive NEV market.”