Toyota’s bZ just LEAP-FROGGED the EV pack // 2026 Toyota bZ Limited AWD tested
#TOYOTA #BZ #DUALMOTOR
At #hqc Toyota Headquarters, I tested the vastly improved #electric #bz no longer the #bz4x
With this massive refresh we see better styling, better tech, better charging, better efficiency, and LOADS more acceleration.
• Up to 314 miles of manufacturer-estimated range (XLE, FWD Plus model), an increase
of 25% over the outgoing model (previously rated at 252 miles)
• Equipped with North American Charging System (NACS) port for access to thousands
of DC fast charging stations, will also have the convenience of Plug & Charge
capability
• Up-to 50% more horsepower, with 338 combined system net hp on AWD models, up
from 214 combined system net hp on prior AWD model
• Restyled exterior, with front-end design changes to fascia and lighting, with newly
available color-matched overfenders for a sleeker look
• New instrument panel design with a larger 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia
touchscreen and customizable ambient lighting
• Available in XLE and Limited grades, both in a choice of Front- or All-Wheel Drive
(FWD or AWD)
ELECTRIC MOTORS
Emission Certification Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV)
Manufacturer Estimated Range 236 miles (XLE FWD)
314 miles (XLE FWD Plus)
288 miles (XLE AWD)
299 miles (Limited FWD)
278 miles (Limited AWD)
Power Output (system combined
net horsepower)
XLE FWD 168
XLE FWD Plus 221
XLE AWD 338
Limited FWD 221
Limited AWD 338
0-60 Time in seconds
(Manufacturer Estimated)
4.9-sec. (AWD)
8.0-sec (FWD)
DRIVETRAIN
Layout Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
*Manufacturer-Estimated Range; Actual mileage may vary.
BATTERY PACK & CHARGING
Type Lithium-ion
Total Battery Capacity 57.7 kWh (XLE FWD)
74.7 kWh (XLE FWD Plus, XLE AWD, Limited FWD & AWD)
Voltage XLE FWD 288.6 V
XLE FWD Plus 391 V
XLE AWD 391 V
Limited FWD 391 V
Limited AWD 391 V
Charger NACS charging port compatibility
AC Level 1 (120V), AC Level 2 (240V) and DC Fast Charge
compatibility
Onboard AC Charger 11 kW
DC charging maximum input 150 kW (FWD)
150 kW (AWD)
00:00 – 2026 Toyota bZ awd FULL TOUR
08:01 – 2026 bZ awd driving impressions
