Toyota bZ (bZ4X) trim levels explained
By CarWhere Research · Updated
The 2027 Toyota bZ comes in XLE and Limited grades with FWD or AWD. The XLE FWD starts at $34,980 before destination and Toyota.com lists the Limited from $43,380. Output ranges from 165 hp (XLE FWD) to 338 hp (AWD), with up to 314 miles of estimated range. Toyota renamed the bZ4X the bZ for 2026.
Current bZ (bZ4X) trim levels: Toyota bZ (2026–2027)
For 2026 Toyota renamed the bZ4X the bZ and upgraded it with a 74.7-kWh battery option, silicon-carbide eAxles, up to 338 hp, a 14-inch touchscreen, a NACS charging port and battery preconditioning. The 2027 model carries over unchanged.[1][2][3][4][5]
| Trim | Base MSRP (2027, USD) | Engines | Key standard equipment |
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| XLE FWD | $34,980excl. DPH; 2026 launched at $34,900 |
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| XLE FWD Plus | —Price not listed in Toyota's releases |
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| XLE AWD | —Price not listed in Toyota's releases |
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| Limited FWD | $43,380Toyota.com starting MSRP (Nov 2026), excl. DPH |
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| Limited AWD | —Price not listed in Toyota's releases |
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MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Toyota pricing source.
Previous bZ (bZ4X) trim levels: Toyota bZ4X (2023–2025)
The bZ4X launched for 2023 at $42,000 with 201 hp (FWD) or 214 hp (AWD) and up to 252 miles of EPA-rated range. For 2025 Toyota cut prices by up to $6,000 and added an AWD-only Nightshade. Prices below are 2025 MSRPs.[6][7][8]
| Trim | Base MSRP (2025, USD) | Engines | Key standard equipment |
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| XLE FWD | $37,0702025; excl. DPH. 2023 launch $42,000; 2024 XLE $43,070 |
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| XLE AWD | $39,1502025; excl. DPH |
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| Nightshade AWD (2025) | —Not listed in Toyota's 2025 release |
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| Limited FWD | $41,8002025; excl. DPH; $5,380 below 2024. 2024 Limited $47,180 |
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| Limited AWD | —Not listed in Toyota's 2025 release |
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MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Toyota pricing source.
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Frequently asked questions
Did Toyota rename the bZ4X?
Yes. For the 2026 model year Toyota renamed the bZ4X the Toyota bZ to simplify the name, alongside a larger available battery, more power and a restyled front end. 2023–2025 models keep the bZ4X name.
What are the 2027 Toyota bZ trims?
XLE and Limited, each with FWD or AWD; the XLE also comes as an FWD Plus with the larger 74.7-kWh battery. The XLE FWD starts at $34,980 and Toyota.com lists the Limited from $43,380, excluding destination.
Which Toyota bZ has the most range?
The XLE FWD Plus, with a manufacturer-estimated 314 miles from its 74.7-kWh battery. The Limited FWD and Limited AWD are rated at 299 miles, the XLE AWD at 288 miles and the 57.7-kWh XLE FWD at 236 miles.
How much horsepower does the Toyota bZ have?
The XLE FWD makes 165 hp, the XLE FWD Plus and Limited FWD make 221 hp, and AWD models make 338 combined hp with a Toyota-estimated 0–60 mph time of 4.9 seconds. The 2023–2025 bZ4X made 201 hp (FWD) or 214 hp (AWD).
Can older bZ4X owners use Tesla Superchargers?
Toyota said model year 2023–2025 bZ4X owners would receive a letter starting in November 2025 to get one complimentary NACS adapter from their dealer. The 2026 bZ has a NACS inlet built in.
Is the bZ Woodland a separate model?
Yes. Toyota.com lists the 2027 bZ Woodland separately, in bZ Woodland ($45,380) and bZ Woodland Premium ($47,480) grades before destination.
Sources
Prices and equipment are as published by Toyota for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.
- Everyday Electric Confidence Returns for 2027 with Toyota bZ (Aug 4, 2026) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- Toyota bZ All Electric SUV Adds Range, Charging, and Exterior Updates for 2026 (May 13, 2025) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- 2026 Toyota bZ Goes on Sale with Upgraded Convenience Features, Expanded Charging Network Options for all Toyota BEV Drivers (Oct 22, 2025) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- 2027 bZ grades and base MSRPs (accessed Nov 5, 2026) — Toyota (toyota.com)
- 2027 bZ Woodland grades and base MSRPs (accessed Nov 5, 2026) — Toyota (toyota.com)
- 2025 Toyota bZ4X BEV Electrifies with Lower Price and New Nightshade Edition (Dec 17, 2024) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- 2024 Toyota bZ4X: Engineered for Electrifying Exhilaration (Jan 9, 2024) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- The Future is Now: Toyota Launches All-New bZ4X SUV Battery-Electric Vehicle (Apr 12, 2022) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
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