Toyota's first dedicated electric vehicle will undergo a significant midlife freshening for the 2026 model year, bringing more power, increased range, and added features.
Output for most all-wheel drive versions now peaks at 338 horsepower--a 50-percent increase.
And maximum range on the front-drive models is now 314 miles, up from 252 miles.
The AWD versions will have a driving range of up to 288 miles.
Hardware changes promise faster charge times, and the bZ (formerly bZ4X) comes with a Tesla-style NACS charge port.
Inside, the dash, center console, and instrument panel have been redesigned, and the infotainment screen now measures 14 inches diagonally.
There is a longer new bZ Woodland model coming in early 2026.
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