United Asia Automotive Group, Inc., the official distributor of Foton, Chery, BAIC, and Lynk & Co, adds another brand to their portfolio with Radar. This is a lifestyle focused brand that so far only has one model in their lineup: the R6 pickup. UAAGI brought in the 2 iterations of the RD6 to try and get a slice of the changing pickup market.
The biggest difference of the Radar RD6 against the status quo is its body. The RD6 is built on a unibody frame like a sedan or crossover and unlike other pickups in the country that are body-on-frame. All models also have a multi-link suspension for the rear unlike its rivals that usually have leaf-springs. There wasn’t a test drive opportunity at launch, but Radar Auto Philippines promises a much better riding and driving experience.
The entry to the RD6 family starts with the Radar RD6 Econ model. This is a battery-electric pickup that’s meant to be more rugged and perform classic pickup duties. It comes in three different battery trims: 63 kWh 4x2, 73 kWh 4x2, and 73 kWh 4x4.
The 4x2 trims have a total of 245 horsepower of power and 309 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the 4x4 has up to 381 horsepower with its torque rated at 485 Nm. They come with Eco, Comfort, and Sport modes while the 4x4 has additional Snow, Mud, and Off-Road modes.
As for range, the base trim can go up to 327 kilometers, the 73kWh 4x2 at 383 kilometers, while the 4x4 can go for 350 kilometers. They also come with Vehicle-to-Load function and a 2-kW portable charger.
The RD6 Econ measures 5,260 mm long (5,500 mm for the 73kWh 4x2), 1,900 mm wide, 1,865 mm tall, and has a ground clearance of 220 mm (4x4 has 225 mm). The 4x2 models have a 955-kilogram payload capacity while the 4x4 can carry up to 1,160 kilograms. It also has a turning radius of 6.1m while water wading capability is at 815 mm.
As for amenities, the RD6 Econ comes with Automatic Halogen Projector headlights with manual height adjustment, LED daytime running lights, power adjustable side mirrors, LED taillights, and tailgate assist. The cargo bed also has a roll bar and STC wear-resistant bedliner. Inside there's an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, 8-inch touchscreen, leather seats, single zone climate control, and push start button. This goes for all trims of the RD6 Econ.
Safety is also standard across the range. There’s a reverse camera with dynamic guidelines, rear parking sensors, cruise control, front airbags, Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control, and Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
The Radar RD6 BEV prices:
- Radar RD6 BEV 63 kWh 4x2 – P 1,398,000 (Introductory Price: P 1,358,000)
- Radar RD6 BEV 73kWh 4x2 – P 1,598,000 (Introductory Price: P 1,548,000)
- Radar RD6 BEV 73 kWh 4x4 – P 1,748,000 (Introductory Price: P 1,698,000)
Another thing that makes Radar different is their EV is the more attainable model while the more premier one is a plug-in hybrid. All trims of the RD6 EM-P are All-Wheel Drive and are powered by two electric motors paired to a 1.5-liter turbo engine. Power is at 463 horsepower and 659 Nm of torque. They all have 3-speed DHT sending power to the wheels, while Drive Modes include Eco, Smart/Comfort, Sport, Snowfield, Mud, Off-Road, Sand.
Range is also standard across the range. All of them have 82 kilometers of EV only range while combined with the engine, the RD6 EM-P can go more than 1,000 kilometers.
The components of the RD6 EM-P are also a step above the Econ line. It has automatic LED projector headlights with manual height adjustment, LED daytime running light, power folding side mirrors, roof rails, tailgate assist, retractable tailgate step, and cargo bed light and outlets.
The cabin is also more modern than that of the Econ model. There’s a huge 14.6-inch touchscreen at the center of the dash with wireless Apple CarPlay, while the instrument cluster is also bigger at 10.2-inch fully digital. Both front seats are power adjustable while the driver has additional 5-memory seat function. It also has a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, and rear air vents.
The RD6 EM-P is also a lot safer. It’s available with side, curtain, and side curtain airbags. There’s also Advanced Driver Assist System that’s rated to be Level 2. It includes 540-degree camera system, rear parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, front and rear collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, lane keeping system, and rear cross traffic alert among others.
Radar RD6 EM-P PHEV prices:
- Radar RD6 EM-P Comfort 4x4 – P 1,698,000 (Introductory Price: P 1,658,000)
- Radar RD6 Elite 4x4 – P 1,798,000 (Introductory Price: P 1,758,000)
- Radar RD6 Luxury 4x4 – P 1,948,000 (Introductory Price: P 1,898,000)
2026 Radar RD6 Econ (BEV) Philippine Specs
2026 Radar RD6 Econ (BEV) Dimensions & Weights
2026 Radar RD6 Econ (BEV) Dimensions & Weights
- Overall Length: 5,260 mm (5,500 mm for 73 kWh 4x2)
- Overall Width: 1,900 mm
- Overall Height: 1,865 mm
- Wheelbase: 3,120 mm (3,310 mm for 73 kWh 4x2)
- Ground Clearance: 220 mm (225 mm for 73 kWh 4x4)
- Wading Depth: 815 mm
- Turning Radius: 6.1 m
- Curb Weight: 2,075 kg (63 kWh 4x2), 2,280 kg (73 kWh 4x2), 2,210 kg (73 kWh 4x4)
- Gross Vehicle Weight: 3,030 kg (63 kWh 4x2), 3,235 kg (73 kWh 4x2), 3,370 kg (73 kWh 4x4)
- Payload Capacity: 955 kg (1,160 kg 73 kWh 4x4)
- Cargo Bed Dimensions: 1,525 mm x 1,450 mm x 540 mm (1,765 mm x 1,450 mm x 540 mm for 73 kWh 4x2)
- Seating: 5
- Maximum Output: 245 PS (381 PS for 73 kWh 4x4)
- Maximum Torque: 309 Nm (485 Nm for 73 kWh 4x4)
- Transmission: Direct Type w/ Cruise Control
- 4WD System (73 kWh 4x4): Permanent, Independent Motor
- Drive Modes: Eco, Comfort, Sport (Eco, Comfort, Sport, Snow, Mud, Off-Road for 73 kWh 4x4)
- Motor Type: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
- Driving Range (WLTP): 327 km (63 kWh 4x2), 383 km (73 kWh 4x2), 350 km (73 kWh 4x4)
- 0-100 km/h: 8.1 seconds (63 kWh 4x2), 7.8 seconds (73 kWh 4x2), 5.7 seconds (73 kWh 4x4)
- Top Speed: 160 km/h
- Battery Type: Lithium-Ion Phosphate
- Battery Capacity: 63 kWh or 73 kWh
- Charger Type: Type 2 / CCS
- AC Maximum Charging Rate: 6.6 kW
- DC Maximum Charging Rate: 90 kW (100 kW for 73 kWh 4x2, 73 kWh 4x4)
- Vehicle-To-Load Function
- 2-kW Portable Charger
- Front Suspension: Independent, MacPherson Strut
- Rear Suspension: Independent, Multi-Link
- Parking Brake: Electronic w/ Auto Hold
- Tire Size: 225/65R17
- Wheel: Steel w/ Cover (63 kWh 4x2), Gloss Black Alloy (73 kWh 4x2), Silver Alloy (73 kWh 4x4)
- Spare Tire: Space Saver
- Electric Power Steering
- Tilt/Telescopic Adjust
- Urethane Steering Wheel w/ Controls
- Halogen Projector Headlamps w/ Auto On/Off
- Manual Height Adjust
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- LED Taillamps
- LED Rear Fog Lamp
- LED Turn Signals
- Roll Bar
- Tailgate Assist
- PVC Black Leather Seating
- 6-way Manual Driver’s Seat
- 4-way Manual Passenger’s Seat
- 60/40 Split-Fold Rear Seat (Cushion Only)
- 8-inch Digital Analog Instrument Cluster
- Climate Control
- Bluetooth & EasyConnect
- 4 Speakers
- LED Map Lights
- LED Cargo Bed Light
- Keyless Entry System w/ Push Start/Stop
- Speed Sensing Door Locks
- Dual SRS Airbags
- ABS w/ EBD
- ESP
- Hill Hold Assist
- Hill Descent Control
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Reverse Camera
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Overall Length: 5,277 mm
- Overall Width: 1,900 mm
- Overall Height: 1,880 mm
- Wheelbase: 3,120 mm
- Ground Clearance: 225 mm
- Turning Radius: 6.1 m
- Curb Weight: 2,195 kg
- Gross Vehicle Weight: 2,995 kg
- Payload Capacity: 800 kg
- Cargo Bed Dimensions: 1,525 mm x 1,450 mm x 540 mm
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 60 L
- Seating: 5
- 4WD
- 1.5-liter Hybrid Thor Special Engine
- Motor Generator Output: 156 PS
- Motor Generator Torque: 370 Nm
- Electric Motor: Independent, Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
- Front Electric Motor Output: 218 PS
- Rear Electric Motor Output: 245
- Electric Motor Torque: 914 Nm
- Combined Output: 463 PS
- Combined Torque: 659 Nm
- Transmission Type: 3-speed DHT w/ Cruise Control (Adaptive for Luxury 4x4)
- Drive Modes: Economy, Comfort, Sport, Snow, Mud, Off-Road
- 0-100 km/h: 6.3 seconds
- Top Speed: 190 km/h
- Lithium-Iron Phosphate
- Battery Capacity: 19.09 kWh
- Charger Type: Type 2 / CCS2 (Optional)
- AC Maximum Charging Rate: 6.6 kW
- DC Maximum Charging Rate: 50 kW
- EV Range: 83 km
- Hybrid Range: 1,000 km+
- Regenerative Braking
- Vehicle-to-Load
- 2kW Portable Charger
- Front Suspension: Independent, MacPherson Strut
- Rear Suspension: Independent, Multi-Link
- Electronic Parking Brake w/ Auto Hold
- Tires: 235/65R17 (235/60R18 for Elite 4x4, Luxury 4x4)
- Wheels: Steel w/ Cover (Comfort 4x4), Alloy (Elite 4x4, Luxury 4x4)
- Electric Power Steering
- Tilt/Telescopic Adjust
- Leather Steering Wheel w/ Controls
- LED Headlamps w/ Auto On-Off (Auto High Beam for Luxury 4x4)
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- LED Turn Signal Indicators
- LED Taillamps
- LED Rear Fog Lamp
- Rain-Sensing Wipers (Elite 4x4, Luxury 4x4)
- Rear Defogger (Elite 4x4, Luxury 4x4)
- Roof Rails (Luxury 4x4)
- Tailgate Assist
- Seat Material: Fabric (Comfort 4x4), PVC Brown Leather (Elite 4x4, Comfort 4x4)
- Driver’s Seat Adjustment: 6-way Manual (Comfort 4x4), 6-way Power Adjust (Elite 4x4), w/ Memory (Luxury 4x4)
- Front Passenger Seat Adjustment: 4-way Manual (4-way Power Adjust for Luxury 4x4)
- Ventilated Front Seats (Luxury 4x4)
- 60/40 Split-Fold Rear Seat w/ Arm Rest
- Instrument Cluster: Digital Analog Dot Matrix w. 3.5-inch TFT Screen (Comfort 4x4), 10.2-inch TFT (Elite 4x4, Luxury 4x4)
- Panoramic Sunroof (Luxury 4x4)
- Automatic Climate Control (Dual Zone w/ Rear Vents for Luxury 4x4)
- Infotainment Screen: 8-inch (Comfort 4x4), 14.6-inch (Elite 4x4, Luxury 4x4)
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Carbit Link
- Speakers: 4 (Comfort 4x4), 8 (Elite 4x4, Luxury 4x4)
- Wireless Charging (Elite 4x4, Luxury 4x4)
- LED Map Lights
- LED Cargo Light
- Keyless Entry
- Push Button Start/Stop
- Remote Engine Start
- Follow-Me Home Lights
- Speed Sensing Door Locks
- Airbags: 2 (Comfort 4x4), 4 (Elite 4x4), 6 (Luxury 4x4)
- ABS w/ EBD
- ESP
- Hill Start Assist
- Hill Descent Control
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Reverse Camera
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Front Collision Warning (Luxury 4x4)
- Rear Collision Warning (Luxury 4x4)
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (Luxury 4x4)
- Lane Departure Warning System (Luxury 4x4)
- Lane Keep Assist System (Luxury 4x4)
- Blind Spot Monitoring System (Luxury 4x4)
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (Luxury 4x4)
- Traffic Sign Recognition (Luxury 4x4)
- Traffic Jam Assist (Luxury 4x4)
Words and Select Photos by Vincent Villa
Radar luxury 1.898M vs byd shark premium 2.298M. A whooping 400k difference, all byd offerings here in PH were currently targeted by comrades with more features and tech but at significantly lower prices. AC BYD dreams of 77 dealerships not feasible anymore😔😔😔
ReplyDeleteRadar is not ladder frame. its just visually a pick up truck lol
DeleteByd shark in trouble. Useless pickup with only 600kg payload. Byd shark also a gas guzzler after battery depleted. This geely is more durable and economical.
DeleteOf course, its a lifestyle pick up and not a workhorse. if you want a workhorse just buy a ladder frame DIESEL pick up and not an EV or PHEV pick up.
DeleteEverybody expected BYDs he re will be a lot more expensive than in China because of A.Y.A.L.A.
DeleteNow let's see how BYD will respond to these other Chinese car's much lower price offerings, and deal with Ayala's pricing strategy.
*Chinese companies flooding the market with cheap cars with nice features and tech*
DeleteComment section: BYD is in soo much trouble!
Other carmakers: *sweating*
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Where are the dealerships located?
ReplyDeleteHere's the initial list:
DeleteRadar Alabang
Radar Calamba
Radar CDO
Radar Cebu
Radar Quezon Ave
Radar Las Piñas
Radar Marilao
Radar North Edsa
Radar San Fernando
Radar Otis
Can this tow? Does it have a tow hitch? What’s the rated tow capacity?
ReplyDeleteRadar EV dealers will share the same showroom space with Lynk and Co vehicles.
ReplyDeleteBYD's PHEV has terrible quality, even in china BYD's PHEV sales nosedived. if you really want a byd just buy their EV
ReplyDeleteUsing purely sales as a metric for quality is not very scientific. Subaru for example had their sales here nosedive as well but no one associates that with their quality.
DeleteSubaru is pricy, BYD PHEV lousy
DeleteWhat exactly has been noted/shown about their PHEVs that count as terrible quality/lousy? Is the fuel efficiency not good? Is it the power delivery? Does it need frequent repairs or something?
DeleteIf you want to be taken seriously in a car-related discussion you have to be specific. Like when people talk about Ford's wet belt tech causing issues, or X brand's Y parts are prone to Z issues.
Here in PH too sensetive ADAS it becomes liability than helpful, thin sunroof cover, many glitches. The worst were engines suddenly stop working.
Delete@anon Oct 10 7:34 AM
DeleteIf you are the original commenter for Oct 7 11:01 AM then it makes me scratch my head why you would bother to recommended their BEVs over their PHEVs if mostly software ang issues (if they are true) given that, I would assume, they use the same software across their vehicles. Also, given the number of owners of their PHEVs that have owned the cars for near/over a year already problems like these don't seem to have made the noise that it should if they were common.
It's definitely possible that issues may exist but you have to account for how common they are. For perspective, 1 in 10,000 cars having really bad problems is still a 99.99% quality score, kahit 1 in 1,000 nalang is still 99.9% overall. Problems should be presenting in much larger numbers if they are to legitimately reflect quality issues. Also, software issues (for me) are much easier to accept since they are an update-to-fix thing vs the physical repair needs of mechanical parts.
Man, if only they had a model closer size-wise to (or even smaller than) the Ford Maverick...
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