Overview

• Toyota has renamed its bZ4X electric SUV to simply 'bZ' as part of a rebranding effort to distance the new model from earlier challenges.
• The 2026 bZ features two battery options, offering up to 314 miles of range with the larger 74.7 kWh battery and 236 miles with the smaller 57.7 kWh option.
• Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS) port has been added, enabling access to Tesla Superchargers, alongside new Plug & Charge functionality for streamlined billing at third-party stations.
• Performance upgrades include a 50% boost in horsepower for all-wheel drive models, delivering 338 hp and 0–60 mph acceleration in 4.9 seconds.
• The SUV's exterior and interior have been refreshed, including color-matched wheel arches, a redesigned center console, and a 14-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.