DecodedCars2026 Toyota bZ
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD, Woodland 4dr Wagon
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Horsepower
- 165 hp
- Transmission
- single-speed (direct drive)
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 314 mi · 6 h on 240 V
- Length
- 184.6–190.2 in
- Curb weight
- 4,057–4,464 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 314 miles on a charge (EPA).
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Modest powerUp to 165 hp, versus about 210 hp for similar 2026 models.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 41 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Toyota bZ is a small SUV powered by electricity and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,464 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 314 miles and takes about 6 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Motomachi, Aichi · Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2026 bZ configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 184.6 in | 73.2 in | 65 in | 112.2 in | 63 / 63.4 in | 4,464 lb | 52/48 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 184.6 in | 73.2 in | 65 in | 112.2 in | 63 / 63.4 in | 4,057 lb | 56/44 |
| Woodland 4dr Wagon | 190.2 in | 73.2 in | 63.8 in | 112.2 in | 63 / 63.4 in | 4,442 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bZ (energy capacity 191 Ah) EV | 167 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 314 mi · 25.5044 kWh/100mi | – | $550 | – |
| bZ (energy capacity 200 Ah) EV | 167 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 236 mi · 25.8352 kWh/100mi | – | $600 | – |
| bZ LIMITED (energy capacity 191 Ah) EV | 167 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 299 mi · 26.8632 kWh/100mi | – | $600 | – |
| bZ LIMITED (energy capacity 200 Ah) EV | 167 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 296 mi · 27.488 kWh/100mi | – | $600 | – |
| bZ AWD EV | 87 and 167 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 288 mi · 27.9956 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| bZ AWD LIMITED EV | 87 and 167 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 278 mi · 28.9223 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| bZ Woodland AWD 235/60R18 EV | 167 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 281 mi · 29 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| bZ Woodland AWD 235/65R18 EV | 167 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 260 mi · 30.5844 kWh/100mi | – | $700 | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Toyota bZ.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Toyota bZ (this car) | 314 mi | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Toyota RAV4 | 43 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2026 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 23 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
Recalls (2)
Electrical System · Aug 6, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V512000 · 407 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 bZ Woodland vehicles equipped with a tow converter. An electrical short circuit may occur within the tow converter printed circuit board, which can deactivate the electronic stability control system and cause the brake lights to remain illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards numbers 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehiclesâ and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system or continuously illuminated brake lights can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the tow converter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB15 and 26TA15.
Electrical System › Propulsion System · Jun 18, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V393000 · 20,991 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Toyota BZ, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra battery electric vehicles. The electronic control unit (ECU) that controls the high voltage battery may experience a fault, resulting in a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LA07 and 26TA11. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG26.
Not every 2026 Toyota bZ is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other bZ years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 bZ | 314 mi | 190.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →