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Toyota bZ4X

2026 Launch  ·  Australia

Toyota bZ4X

Medium electric SUV. from $66,990 plus on-roads. 5 years, unlimited km (up to 8 years with Toyota servicing, 10 years battery care)

On Sale NowBattery Electric
From
$66,990+ORC
Range (WLTP)
470 to 516km
Power
150 to 252kW
Battery
71.4kWh
DC charge
150kW
Boot
452L

What is it?

The bZ4X is Toyota Australia's first full battery-electric SUV, arriving in 2026 after a major MY26 update lifted battery capacity, charging speed and range over the original 2022 launch car. e-TNGA platform shared with the Subaru Solterra, 71.4 kWh NMC battery, Pure FWD with 150 kW front motor or Lounge AWD with 252 kW dual motor. Indicative pricing pending launch.

The lineup runs from Pure FWD at $66,990 plus on-roads, through to Lounge AWD at $74,990 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.

Interior and Technology

Toyota dealer footprint is the largest service network of any EV brand sold here. 10-year high-voltage battery cover via the EV battery care programme. MY26 update lifts DC peak to 150 kW, well above launch-spec bZ4X. X-Mode on the AWD adds real off-road traction modes for a mid SUV. 5-star ANCAP with full Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 suite standard.

Pricing is indicative pending the official Toyota AU media release. Arrives three years after Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 on the same money. No frunk under the bonnet, packaging is tight against MEB rivals. 150 kW DC peak still behind 800V Hyundai and Kia siblings.

Quick Buyer Context

Should you buy the bZ4X?

Reasons to buy

  • Toyota dealer footprint is the largest service network of any EV brand sold here. 10-year high-voltage battery cover via the EV battery care programme. MY26 update lifts DC peak to 150 kW, well above launch-spec bZ4X. X-Mode on the AWD adds real off-road traction modes for a mid SUV. 5-star ANCAP with full Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 suite standard.
  • Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km (up to 8 years with Toyota servicing, 10 years battery care).
  • 5-star ANCAP (2022), full driver-assist suite.
  • 452 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.

Reasons to wait

  • Pricing is indicative pending the official Toyota AU media release. Arrives three years after Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 on the same money. No frunk under the bonnet, packaging is tight against MEB rivals. 150 kW DC peak still behind 800V Hyundai and Kia siblings.
  • You want an 800V architecture with higher peak DC charging (Hyundai Ioniq 5 or Kia EV5), a Tesla Supercharger network with Model Y sharper packaging, a longer warranty without conditions (Kia EV5 7-year), or a frunk under the bonnet for extra storage.
  • Pure FWD is the rational pick. Lounge AWD is the cabin you want but it walks into Polestar 4 and Tesla Model Y Performance money. Confirm final Toyota AU pricing at launch before signing.
  • Top trim climbs to $74,990 plus on-roads.
Who it suits
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Families
452 L boot, full safety suite
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EV first-timers
Charge at home, skip the servo
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Commuters
Daily driver, low fuss
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Couples
Right-sized SUV
CarTell Verdict

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The CarTell take

We have not driven this yet. On paper, here is how it stacks up.

Strongest suit on paper
Toyota dealer footprint is the largest service network of any EV brand sold here. 10-year high-voltage battery cover via the EV battery care programme. MY26 update lifts DC peak to 150 kW, well above launch-spec bZ4X. X-Mode on the AWD adds real off-road traction modes for a mid SUV. 5-star ANCAP with full Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 suite standard.
The trade-off
Pricing is indicative pending the official Toyota AU media release. Arrives three years after Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 on the same money. No frunk under the bonnet, packaging is tight against MEB rivals. 150 kW DC peak still behind 800V Hyundai and Kia siblings.
Check before you buy
Pure FWD is the rational pick. Lounge AWD is the cabin you want but it walks into Polestar 4 and Tesla Model Y Performance money. Confirm final Toyota AU pricing at launch before signing.
Best suited to
Toyota loyalists wanting the brand's first EV SUV in Australia, long-warranty buyers chasing the 10-year battery care cover, light off-road users who want X-Mode on the AWD, and buyers who value the national Toyota dealer footprint for service.
How it stacks up

The Rivals

Medium electric SUV  ·  Australia  ·  2026
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
From $58,900 plus on-roads
EV3 variants
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Hyundai Ioniq 5
From $69,800 plus on-roads
EV4 variants
Kia EV5
Kia EV5
From $56,770 plus on-roads
EV3 variants
Subaru Solterra
Subaru Solterra
From $69,990 plus on-roads
EV2 variants
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Common questions
How much is the 2026 Toyota bZ4X in Australia?

Indicative pricing opens at $66,990 plus on-roads for the Pure FWD and $74,990 plus on-roads for the Lounge AWD. Final Toyota AU pricing is pending the official media release at launch.

What is the Toyota bZ4X battery and range?

71.4 kWh NMC battery on the MY26 update. Pure FWD claims 516 km WLTP, Lounge AWD claims 470 km WLTP.

How fast does the bZ4X charge?

DC fast charging peaks at 150 kW on the MY26 battery, with a 10 to 80 per cent stop quoted at around 30 minutes.

What is the Toyota bZ4X warranty?

5 years unlimited km on the vehicle, extending up to 8 years with logbook Toyota servicing, plus 10 years on the high-voltage battery via the Toyota EV battery care programme.