MG U9 vs BYD Shark 6
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
| Specification |
MG U9
U9 Explore Pro |
BYD Shark 6
Shark 6 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 2.27 crore | Rs 2 crore |
| Powertrain | ||
| Type | Diesel | Plug-in hybrid |
| Engine | ||
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Engine | 2498 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine power | 215 hp | 181 hp |
| Engine torque | 520 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery | — | 29.58 kWh |
| Electric range | — | 100 km |
| Total range with fuel | — | 800 km |
| Electric motor power | — | 280 kW |
| Electric motor torque | — | 510 Nm |
| Charging port | — | CCS2 |
| Performance & drive | ||
| Combined power | — | 430 hp |
| Transmission | Automatic | Manual |
| Size & practicality | ||
| Seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 5500 mm | 5457 mm |
| Width | 1997 mm | 1971 mm |
| Height | 1874 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3300 mm | 3260 mm |
| Ground clearance | 220 mm | 230 mm |
| Fuel tank | 80 L | 60 L |
| Tyre size | 265/65 R20 | 265/65 R18 |
| Warranty | — | 8 years/160,000 km battery (per PakWheels); vehicle warranty not confirmed |
| Colours | Alpine White | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 | 7 |
| Dual front airbags | No | Yes |
| Side airbags | No | Yes |
| Curtain airbags | No | Yes |
| Hill descent control | No | Yes |
| ISOFIX child seat mounts | No | Yes |
| 360-degree camera | Yes | Yes |
| Driver assistance | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | No | Yes |
| Automatic emergency braking | No | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | No | Yes |
| Lane keep assist | No | Yes |
| Blind spot monitoring | No | Yes |
| Rear cross traffic alert | No | Yes |
| Driver attention alert | Yes | No |
| Comfort & convenience | ||
| Automatic climate control | No | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | No | Yes |
| Rear AC vents | No | Yes |
| Front power windows | No | Yes |
| Rear power windows | No | Yes |
| Keyless entry | No | Yes |
| Push-button start | No | Yes |
| Steering-mounted controls | No | Yes |
| Power-adjustable driver seat | No | Yes |
| Power-adjustable passenger seat | No | Yes |
| Ventilated front seats | No | Yes |
| Heated front seats | No | Yes |
| Rear armrest with cup holders | No | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rear-view mirror | No | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | No | Yes |
| Power tailgate | Yes | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | Yes | No |
| Infotainment & connectivity | ||
| Touchscreen infotainment | Yes | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Yes |
| Android Auto | No | Yes |
| Wireless CarPlay / Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in navigation | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| USB ports | No | Yes |
| USB Type-C ports | No | Yes |
| Wireless phone charger | Yes | Yes |
| Digital instrument cluster | Yes | Yes |
| Head-up display | No | Yes |
| Premium sound system | Yes | Yes |
| Electric & charging | ||
| Vehicle-to-load (V2L) | No | Yes |
| Exterior & lighting | ||
| LED headlights | No | Yes |
| LED daytime running lights | No | Yes |
| Fog lamps | No | Yes |
| LED tail lamps | No | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | Yes | No |
| Electrically adjustable mirrors | No | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | No | Yes |
| Other | ||
| Three-lock 4WD system (front and rear differential locks) | Yes | No |
| Crawl control | Yes | No |
| Transparent-chassis camera view | Yes | No |
| Wading depth sensor | Yes | No |
| Heated, ventilated and massaging driver's seat | Yes | No |
| Electric folding tailgate with rear step | Yes | No |
| Smart Hatch midgate (optional add-on) | Yes | No |
| Level 2 ADAS | Yes | No |
| JBL sound system | Yes | No |
| Driver far-side airbag | No | Yes |
| Parking sensors | No | Yes |
| Rear cross traffic brake | No | Yes |
| Trailer stability control | No | Yes |
| Terrain modes (Mud, Snow, Sand) | No | Yes |
| All-wheel drive (dual motors) | No | Yes |
| NFC digital key | No | Yes |
| Voice assistant (English) | No | Yes |
| Over-the-air updates | No | Yes |
| Heated exterior mirrors | No | Yes |
| Aluminium roof rack | No | Yes |
| Fixed side steps | No | Yes |
| Rear privacy glass | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||
| Expert rating | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 |
MG U9 vs BYD Shark 6: quick answers
Which is cheaper, the MG U9 or the BYD Shark 6?
The BYD Shark 6 is cheaper. It starts at Rs 2 crore ex-factory, Rs 27.99 lakh less than the MG U9, which starts at Rs 2.27 crore.
Which is more powerful, the MG U9 or the BYD Shark 6?
The BYD Shark 6 Premium is the most powerful (BYD Shark 6 Premium: 430 hp; MG U9 Explore Pro: 215 hp).
Which has more safety features, the MG U9 or the BYD Shark 6?
The MG U9 Explore Pro has 7 airbags and 2 safety and driver-assistance features and the BYD Shark 6 Premium has 7 airbags and 12 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are MG U9 and BYD Shark 6 prices the same across Pakistan?
Yes. Ex-factory prices are set by the manufacturers and are the same in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala and every other city. Only registration and token tax differ by province.
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