by Updated Toyota bZ: More Power and New Features
Toyota has introduced an updated version of its bZ electric crossover for the American market. While the European model has retained the name bZ4x, in the US the car is now called simply Toyota bZ. The updates have affected the design, technology, and technical specifications.
Externally, the car has received narrower LED headlights, sharper bumper ventilation openings, and new 18- or 20-inch wheel designs. The fenders can now be painted in the body color, but this option is only available for certain shades.
Updated Interior and Technologies
The interior now features a larger 14-inch multimedia system, two wireless smartphone chargers, and adjustable ambient lighting with 64 colors. The steering wheel has gained paddles for adjusting the level of regenerative braking.
“The 2026 Toyota bZ now offers up to 338 hp, significantly increasing power output.”
Improved Technical Specifications
Under the hood, the updates are significantly more serious. The power of the all-wheel-drive version has increased to 338 hp, and the front-wheel-drive version to 218 hp. The range has increased by 25% and now reaches up to 314 miles (505 km) for the version with the 74.7 kWh battery. The base model with the 57.7 kWh battery offers a range of 236 miles (380 km).
The car now supports the NACS charging standard, allowing the use of the Tesla Supercharger network. Charging from 10% to 80% takes about 30 minutes at a fast station.
The new Toyota bZ will arrive at American dealerships in the second half of the year in XLE and Limited trim levels. This is currently Toyota’s only electric model in North America, but the company is already preparing new electric vehicles for launch. Prices are expected to be announced closer to the start of sales.
The increase in power and range makes the updated bZ more competitive in the electric crossover market. The ability to use the Tesla Supercharger network is particularly impressive, significantly expanding the charging infrastructure for owners. At the same time, the retention of the e-TNGA platform indicates a gradual evolution, rather than a revolution, in Toyota’s electric strategy.
