Riddara RD6 Price Hike Pakistan 2026 | Econ & Pro Updated

Pakistan’s first all-electric pickup just got leaner and more expensive. Capital Smart Motors has discontinued two variants of the Riddara RD6 and raised prices on the ones that remain. The move follows tariff adjustments in the Finance Act 2026.

If you were looking at the RD6, the choice is now simpler. Only the Econ and Pro stay on sale. And both cost more than they did a short while ago.

What Exactly Changed in the RD6 Lineup

According to the company’s official circular, the Air and Ultra variants are no longer available. Before the cut, the Air sat at Rs 14.699 million and the Ultra at Rs 18.499 million. Both are now off the list with no replacement prices listed.

That leaves two models:

• RD6 Econ: now Rs 14.499 million (up Rs 1.1 million from Rs 13.399 million)

• RD6 Pro: now Rs 17.999 million (up Rs 1 million from Rs 16.999 million)

Dealer commission remains 3 percent on both. The changes took effect right away. Buyers who had bookings or were close to deciding on the discontinued trims will need to switch or look elsewhere.

The RD6 arrived in Pakistan in July 2025 as the country’s first pure electric pickup. It started with three variants. The Ultra came later as the top model. The latest circular trims the range back to two.

Why the Prices Went Up

Capital Smart Motors linked the revision directly to the Finance Act 2026 and the federal budget for FY 2026-27. The company said changes in tariffs, duties, taxes and other fiscal measures raised the cost of its vehicle portfolio. Management then approved the new selling prices.

This is not unique to Riddara. Other importers, including BMW and Audi, have also adjusted prices on selected electric models for the same reason. The Finance Act introduced a tiered approach to imported electric vehicles. Lower-value EVs keep lighter treatment, while higher-value ones face added federal excise duty. Vehicles assessed above certain dollar thresholds now carry 30 percent or 40 percent FED in some cases, on top of other charges.

For a vehicle in the RD6’s price band, those shifts add up. Import costs rise, and the final sticker price follows. The company has told its dealer network to apply the new figures and inform customers at once.

What the Remaining Variants Offer

The Econ is the entry point. It uses a 73 kWh battery and is rated for about 424 km of range. It comes in 4WD form with six drive modes and a more basic equipment list. Power sits around 268 hp.

The Pro stays the higher-spec choice among the survivors. It also uses the 73 kWh pack in most listings, adds a seventh drive mode, fuller kit and vehicle-to-load capability. Power climbs higher in the dual-motor setup. Both share the same core strengths that made the RD6 stand out when it launched: 3,000 kg towing capacity, 815 mm water-wading depth, and 0-100 km/h in as little as 4.5 seconds on the stronger versions.

Dimensions remain practical for a midsize pickup: roughly 5.26 meters long, 1.9 meters wide, and seating for five. Cargo bed space is useful for work or weekend loads. Battery warranty is listed at eight years or around 160,000–200,000 km depending on the source.

The Air had offered a longer claimed range in 2WD form with extra ADAS and leather. The Ultra brought the larger 86 kWh battery and the fullest feature set, including a front trunk. Those options are gone for now.

What This Means for Buyers Right Now

A Rs 1 million to Rs 1.1 million jump is noticeable. For someone comparing the RD6 against diesel pickups or other EVs, the total cost of ownership still matters. Electricity is cheaper than diesel for high-mileage users, and the torque is instant. But the higher purchase price stretches financing and insurance.

If you already had a booking on the Air or Ultra, contact your dealer. The company directed dealers to implement the revised lineup immediately. Some stock of the discontinued models may still exist, but official pricing for them has stopped.

The simplified range could help clarity. Buyers no longer have to weigh four trims. The decision is now between the more affordable Econ and the better-equipped Pro. Both keep the dual-motor AWD options and the off-road modes that suit Pakistan’s mixed roads and occasional flooding.

Charging remains a practical concern. Public fast chargers are still limited outside major cities. Home charging overnight works for many, but long highway runs need planning. The claimed ranges of 424 to 461 km help, yet real-world figures will depend on load, temperature and driving style.

The Bigger Picture for Electric Pickups in Pakistan

The RD6 entered a market that is still finding its feet with electric vehicles. Local assembly incentives exist under the EV policy, yet most premium models arrive as fully built imports. When budget measures change the cost of those imports, prices move quickly.

Other brands have already reacted. The pattern suggests more adjustments could follow if currency or further fiscal tweaks appear. At the same time, the presence of an electric pickup at all shows demand is being tested. Commercial users looking at lower running costs and quieter operation have a genuine alternative to traditional diesel trucks for the first time.

Capital Smart Motors continues to position the RD6 around its towing strength, water-wading ability and drive modes. Those remain the selling points even after the price rise. Whether the higher figures slow interest or simply filter serious buyers will become clear in the coming months.

Final Takeaway

The Riddara RD6 is still available in Pakistan, but in a tighter package. Air and Ultra are out. Econ is now Rs 14.499 million and Pro is Rs 17.999 million. The reason is straightforward: higher costs from the Finance Act 2026 tariff structure.

If an electric pickup fits your work or lifestyle, the remaining two variants keep the core capability that made the model interesting at launch. Check current stock and financing options with authorized dealers, because the circular makes the new prices effective immediately. The market for electric utility vehicles is still young here. Price moves like this are part of how it settles.For more updates, visit DrivePK.com