VS
At a Glance
Power
321 kW
96kW@3800
Torque
650 Nm
285Nm@2200
Fuel
2.0 when hybrid battery charged / 9.6 coL/100km
14.9L/100km
Towing
2500 Kg
1500kg
0-100 km/h
5.7 s
18s
Engine
1498 cc
4164cc
Choosing between the BYD Shark 6 and the Toyota Land Cruiser 79 is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The BYD Shark 6 delivers 321 kW while the Toyota Land Cruiser 79 produces 96kW@3800. On fuel, the Shark 6 returns 2.0 when hybrid battery charged / 9.6 coL/100km while the Land Cruiser 79 uses 14.9L/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R989 900 for the Shark 6 and R398 600 for the Land Cruiser 79. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
BYD Shark 6Shark 1.5 P/U D/C AWD (phev) 2025 - From R989 900
Toyota Land Cruiser 794.2d PICK-UP 2009 - From R398 600
Performance
Power Output
321 kW
96kW@3800
Torque
650 Nm
285Nm@2200
0-100 kph
5.7 s
18s
Top Speed
160 Km/h
140km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1498 cc
4164cc
Engine Layout
inline
LONGITUDINAL INLINE 6
Cylinders
4
6
Fuel Type
petrol-electric hybrid
DIESEL
Forced Induction Device
turbocharger
—
Transmission
automatic
MANUAL
Number of Gears
-
5
Drive Wheels
all
ALL
Full Time 4x4
✓ Standard
✗
Low Range
—
✓ Standard
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
2.0 when hybrid battery charged / 9.6 coL/100km
14.9L/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
17.3L/100km
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
10.06L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity
59 litre + 29.6 kWh l
180L
CO2 Emissions
46 when hybrid battery charged g/km
-
Dimensions
Length
5457 mm
5231mm
Width
1971 mm
1770-mm
Height
1925 mm
1970mm
Wheelbase
2920 mm
3180mm
Ground Clearance
230 mm
235mm
Kerb Weight
2710 Kg
2140kg
Doors
4
2
Seats
5
2
Load Volume
1200 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
2500 Kg
1500kg
Load Capacity
790 lkg
1105kg
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✗
EBD
✓ Standard
✗
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✗
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✗
Airbag Count
7
2
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✗
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✗
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✗
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✗
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
-
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
-
Satellite Navigation
—
✗
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✗
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✗
Sunroof
—
✗
Heated Seats
✓ Standard
✗
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✗
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✗
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✗
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
5 vehicle / 8 battery
36
Warranty Distance
100000 vehicle / 200000 battery Km
100000km
Service Plan
—
-
Service Intervals
20000
5000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
BYD Shark 6
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Shark 6
Fuel Economy
Shark 6
Value
Land Cruiser 79
Practicality
Shark 6
Pros & Cons
BYD Shark 6
Better fuel economy (2.0 when hybrid battery charged / 9.6 coL/100km)
Higher towing capacity (2500 Kg)
Quicker 0-100 km/h (5.7 ss)
Higher starting price
Toyota Land Cruiser 79
Lower starting price (R398 600)
Higher fuel consumption (14.9L/100km)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Shark 6 or Land Cruiser 79?
The Shark 6 uses 2.0 when hybrid battery charged / 9.6 coL/100km and the Land Cruiser 79 uses 14.9L/100km on the combined cycle. The Shark 6 is the more fuel-efficient choice. In real-world conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, actual figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Shark 6 or Land Cruiser 79?
The Shark 6 produces 321 kW and 650 Nm of torque while the Land Cruiser 79 delivers 96kW@3800 and 285Nm@2200 of torque. The Shark 6 is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Shark 6 and Land Cruiser 79?
The Shark 6 starts from R989 900 and the Land Cruiser 79 from R398 600. The Land Cruiser 79 is cheaper by R591 300 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Shark 6 or Land Cruiser 79?
The Shark 6 has a braked towing capacity of 2500 Kg and the Land Cruiser 79 can tow 1500kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Shark 6 or the Land Cruiser 79?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.
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