Toyota has revealed numerous upgrades for its first battery-electric vehicle, the bZ4X SUV, bringing improvements to battery and motor performance, driving range and design.
When it arrives in Australia, the bZ4X line-up will gain a larger 74.7kWh battery.
Toyota Australia spokesperson Sean Hanley says the bZ4X upgrades would provide valuable enhancements for Toyota BEV customers.
“Launching our first battery-electric vehicle in 2024 was a historic moment for Toyota, and an important step on our multi-pathway journey to decarbonisation,” Hanley says.
“These upgrades to the bZ4X deliver improvements for our customers, along with an increase in power which is sure to put a smile on the driver’s face,” he says
Along with the larger battery, bZ4X gains an increase in power starting with the 2WD grade which increases front motor output from 150 to 165kW. Meanwhile, the bZ4X AWD has received a 92kW increase in combined output to 252kW, giving it a total output comparable to other sport-focused SUVs currently in the Australian market.
The increase in output also boosts the performance of the bZ4X AWD, cutting its 0-100km/h acceleration time by 1.8 seconds to 5.1 seconds.
Along with the increase in battery size, bZ4X engineers have also improved the battery thermal control and pre-conditioning to offer improved charging performance in cold temperatures.
The bZ4X’s cabin has been updated with a more modern design, centred around a new 14.0-inch multimedia screen. Likewise, the exterior styling has been updated with a more unified iteration of Toyota’s Hammerhead design language, giving the bZ4X a streamlined and sleek look. Both grades have also been revised with new gloss black fenders.
Further information on the updated bZ4X range will be shared closer to the Australian model release expected in Q4 of this year.
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