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Foton Tunland PHEV 2027: BYD Shark 6 and Ranger plug-in hybrid rival unveiled with 800Nm of torque, 3.5T towing

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First reported by Chasing Cars · 28 September at 5:17 pm

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Chasing Cars·Motoring press·28 September at 5:17 pm

Foton Tunland PHEV 2027: BYD Shark 6 and Ranger plug-in hybrid rival unveiled with 800Nm of torque, 3.5T towing

One of Australia’s slowest-selling utes, the Foton Tunland, might broaden its appeal, with a plug-in hybrid version debuting at the IAA Transportation Show in Hanover. Currently sold only with a…

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CarExpert·Motoring press·28 September at 2:15 pm

2027 BYD Atto 2 PHEV: Pint-size plug-in hybrid SUV "has no competitors", says Chinese brand

In a market dominated by SUVs, BYD says its new plug-in hybrid small SUV has no direct competition. Here's why.

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The quick read

  • The Foton Tunland PHEV boasts 800Nm of torque and 3.5T towing capacity, rivalling the Ranger plug-in hybrid.
  • BYD claims its new plug-in hybrid small SUV has no direct competition in the market.
  • The Foton Tunland is currently one of Australia's slowest-selling utes, and the PHEV variant aims to broaden its appeal.
  • The Foton Tunland PHEV debuted at the IAA Transportation Show in Hanover.

For dealers: Australian dealers need to be prepared to respond to the changing market dynamics driven by the arrival of new electrified models like the Foton Tunland PHEV.

AI-assisted summary of the coverage below — check the original reporting before relying on specifics.

ADME commentary

The ADME angle

The Foton Tunland PHEV's 800Nm of torque and 3.5T towing capacity will directly challenge the Ranger plug-in hybrid, forcing Ford dealers to reconsider their pricing and margin strategy for this model.

Competitor Response

BYD's claim that its new plug-in hybrid small SUV has no direct competition is a clear warning to other OEMs that they need to accelerate their own electrification plans to remain relevant in the Australian market.

The Foton Tunland's status as one of Australia's slowest-selling utes means that the PHEV variant will need to significantly outperform its predecessor in terms of sales to make a meaningful impact on the market.

Showroom Traffic and Marketing

The arrival of the Foton Tunland PHEV and BYD Shark 6 will attract a new wave of customers to dealerships, particularly those interested in EVs and hybrids, and dealers must be prepared to handle these leads effectively.

Dealers who can effectively communicate the benefits of plug-in hybrids, such as the Foton Tunland PHEV, will be well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for electrified vehicles.

Action Plan

This week, dealers should review their current inventory and pricing strategy for the Ranger plug-in hybrid and other competing models, and consider offering competitive pricing and incentives to remain competitive in the face of the new Foton Tunland PHEV.

Go deeper — ADME analysis

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