The BYD Shark pick-up truck is about to land on British roads, with this new and very hi-tech dual-cab workhorse aimed right at the [Ford Ranger](https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/ford/ranger), [Toyota Hilux](https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/toyota/hilux) and recently revived [Mitsubishi L200](https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/mitsubishi/l200). However, business owners are not able to reclaim the VAT – unlike with most of its more traditional rivals – potentially tipping the balance in terms of value. 

Launched in one high-specification variant costing £47,290, the new BYD sits just above the entry-level Ford Ranger PHEV (with VAT applied). Among the standard equipment is a 12-speaker stereo, heated and cooled front seats with faux-leather trim, a huge 15.6-inch touchscreen display, plus an additional 10.25-inch driver’s display. There’s also front and rear parking sensors, and a 360-degree camera system.  

However, BYD will be selling the Shark on more than just value, because it also features the company’s DMO [plug-in hybrid](https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/best/plug-in-hybrid-cars) powertrain that prioritises powerful electric motors for the bulk of everyday driving, backed up with large batteries and an efficient petrol engine. 

Read more: [https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/byd/367851/new-high-spec-byd-shark-pick-sinks-its-teeth-ford-ranger-ps47k-price-tag](https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/byd/367851/new-high-spec-byd-shark-pick-sinks-its-teeth-ford-ranger-ps47k-price-tag)

BYD’s new Ford Ranger pick-up rival is pricey, but just look what you get for your money…