Electric Pickup Trucks Philippines: 2026 Guide

Yes — you can now buy an electrified pickup truck in the Philippines. The Radar RD6 ECON is the main fully electric option, listed from about ₱1.398 million, while the Changan Hunter K50 REEV, Radar RD6 EM-P and BYD Shark 6 DMO use an engine plus a battery so you never depend on a charger. Which one fits depends on how far you drive, what you haul, and whether you can charge where the truck sleeps.

Is there a fully electric pickup in the Philippines?

Yes. The Radar RD6 ECON, from Geely's pickup brand Radar (sold as Riddara in some markets) and distributed locally by UAAGI, is a battery-electric pickup with no engine at all. Reported Philippine specs include:

• Dual motors making a combined 375 hp and 485 Nm, so it is far quicker off the line than a diesel workhorse.
• Up to 443 km of claimed range, depending on variant and battery.
• One-ton cargo capacity, plus a front trunk where a diesel truck would have its engine.
• 815 mm water wading capacity, relevant for flood-prone streets — though our guide on driving an EV through floods explains why you should still avoid deep water.

Three variants were listed at launch: the 4x2 at ₱1.398M, the 4x2 long bed at ₱1.598M, and the all-wheel-drive at ₱1.748M. That puts the base RD6 ECON in the same price bracket as mid-grade diesel pickups.

What are the plug-in hybrid and range-extender options?

If you regularly drive to areas with few chargers, an electrified pickup with an engine is the lower-risk choice. The main options on sale are:

• Radar RD6 EM-P (PHEV): a 1.5-litre turbo engine with dual motors for a combined 456 hp and 659 Nm. It can run about 82 km on electricity alone and roughly 1,000 km in total. Listed at ₱1.698M, ₱1.798M and ₱1.948M for the Comfort, Elite and Luxury trims.
• Changan Hunter K50 REEV: a range-extended EV, meaning the wheels are always driven by electric motors while a small engine acts as an onboard generator. Shown at MIAS 2026 at ₱1,699,000 (4x2) and ₱1,970,000 (4x4).
• BYD Shark 6 DMO (PHEV): BYD's plug-in hybrid pickup. After a May 2026 price increase it is listed at ₱2,388,000 (Advanced) and ₱2,618,000 (Premium).

Nissan has also started bringing in initial fleet units of its Navara PHEV, so expect more choices in this segment over the next year. If the differences between these powertrains are fuzzy, our BEV vs PHEV vs HEV explainer breaks them down.

What about electric vans?

For delivery and service businesses, the cargo van may be a better fit than a pickup. Kia's PV5 Cargo, a purpose-built electric van, is listed in the Philippines at about ₱2.098M. Vans make sense for last-mile delivery, catering and trade services where loads are boxy, routes are predictable and the vehicle returns to a depot every night — exactly the conditions where overnight charging is easiest. Our fleet electrification guide covers how businesses plan that transition.

How do you charge an electric pickup?

A battery-electric pickup charges like any other EV, just with a bigger battery to fill:

• Home or depot AC charging is the backbone. A wall charger lets the truck top up overnight, so it leaves every morning with a full battery. Check the electrical requirements for a home charger before you buy — big trucks benefit from the highest AC rate your supply allows.
• Public DC fast charging is for long trips and the occasional quick top-up. Before a provincial run, use the EVChargePH map to see which stations are along your route, and plan stops with the route planner.
• PHEVs and REEVs can plug in to cover daily driving on electricity, then fall back on fuel when no charger is available. They deliver the biggest savings only if you actually plug them in regularly.

Does towing or a heavy load reduce range?

Yes, and by more than most buyers expect. A loaded bed, a trailer, a roof rack or a lifted suspension all add weight and aerodynamic drag, and electric motors pay for both. Highway speeds amplify the effect. The claimed 443 km for the RD6 ECON is a best-case figure for an unladen truck, so plan real trips with a generous buffer — especially uphill routes like Baguio or Tagaytay. Our guide to what affects EV range explains the main factors.

Is an electric pickup worth it for a Filipino buyer?

An electric pickup makes the most sense for:

• Businesses with fixed daily routes — contractors, farms, resorts, delivery operators — where the truck returns to the same spot every night.
• Households with a garage and home charging, using the truck as a daily driver with occasional hauling.
• Buyers in cities with growing charger networks, such as Metro Manila and Cebu, where Radar now has a dealership.

It is a harder sell if you tow heavy loads long distances or regularly drive to remote provinces with few stations. In that case a PHEV or REEV pickup gives you the electric driving feel with a fuel safety net.

To see what you could save versus a diesel truck, plug your numbers into the EV savings calculator. And if your business will host its own charger, the for-business page explains how to list it so other EV drivers can use it when your fleet is out.

The bottom line

Electrified pickups have arrived in the Philippines. The Radar RD6 ECON is the clear pick if you want a fully electric truck at diesel-pickup money; the Changan Hunter REEV, Radar RD6 EM-P and BYD Shark 6 are safer bets if you can't count on charging. Test drive, confirm current pricing and promos with the dealer, and map your charging options before you sign.

*Prices are SRPs and specs are manufacturer claims as reported by Philippine motoring outlets (Zigwheels/Carmudi, GizGuide, Top Gear Philippines, TheAutoPH, Manila Bulletin); prices change often, so confirm with an authorised dealer.*