Toyota has finally accepted the fact that “BZ4X” sounds like the Wi-Fi access code of the Burger King. The new “Toyota Bz” not only has a shorter name, but finally proposes itself as a prominent actor among the electric SUVs. And yes, it has a scope that you can write without shame.
The story is more or less this: Toyota has launched bz4xwho was visually interesting, technologically decent, but … he did not capture attention. Name? Strange. How far? Mechanic in office? Compatible with 2018. That’s why they said “reset” for 2026. And the result? New Toyota bZ. No superfluous letter. No excuse.
Toyota Bz – Technically speaking – a concrete update
With a maximum autonomy of 505 kilometers (314 miles) with a single charge, the new bZ XLE FWD Plus Keep your promise. Which is about 25 % more than its predecessor. Which is no longer a reason to find excuses to refuel at the dealer’s workshop.
| Model | Drums | Energy | Flow |
|---|---|---|---|
| bz xle front traction | 57,7 kWh | 168 CV ​​(125 kW) | 380 kilometers |
| bZ XLE FWD Plus | 74,4 kWh | 221 CV (165 kW) | 505 kilometers |
| bZ XLE AWD | 74,4 kWh | 338 CV (252 kW) | 463 kilometers |
| bZ Limited FWD | 74,4 kWh | 221 CV (165 kW) | 481 kilometers |
| bZ Limited AWD | 74,4 kWh | 338 CV (252 kW) | 447 kilometers |
The AWD version reaches 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. Which is almost sporty. Front traction in more calm conditions 8 seconds – Because not everyone needs adrenaline therapy every day.
An exterior that is no longer ashamed of being a parking lot of a shopping center
The biggest visual victory? No more mudguards in black plastic that once seemed to be paintball tournament accessories. The new Toyota Bz is clean, fluid and self -confident. And even more adult in terms of color: eight colors are available, six of which are in a “premium” shade. Why not?
Bicycles? 18 inches for the basic version, 20 for the most expensive ones.
Interior: digital, comfortable, almost premium
New 14 -inch screen, wireless charging (qi, of course), decent acoustic (6 speakers in the base, 9 optional JBL). The chairs are in fabric, but they are also available in “Softex” leather. The interior color palette remains between gray and black, more Zen than Las Vegas.
And the space? 1070 mm front for the legs, rear 897 mm. Trunk? 770 liters – Which is a little more than Ioniq 5. A small victory.
Safety and intelligence: Toyota knows how to play on the safe side
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard. He has everything: adaptive cruise control, assistance to maintaining lane, automatic braking and some other system that will save you from your carelessness.
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What about the filling? Standard NACS – This means that now you can easily connect to the Tesla Superchger. The times of the search for “compatible” stations are over.
Conclusion: finally an electric Toyota that we can recommend without apologies
The new Toyota Bz is exactly what should have been since its debut: comfortable, modern, with a realistic autonomy and a design that does not seem a concept of 2049. With the new model, Toyota has finally managed to recover ground and entered the debate on serious electric SUVs, after a long time.
The price? It is not yet known. But if the trend and quality will remain the same, we can expect a starting price of about 45,000 euros. It is not much, but considering the equipment and autonomy, it is not excessive.
Skeptics will say that Toyota is still “too recognizable”. But judging by what was shown by Bz 2026, it is never too late if you know how to listen to the market.
