Toyota expands EV lineup with rugged 2026 bZ Woodland SUV
Toyota has introduced the first-ever 2026 bZ Woodland, a rugged addition to its growing battery-electric vehicle (BEV) lineup, combining off-road capability with strong electric performance. The midsize SUV is scheduled to arrive at U.S. dealerships this month with a starting Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $45,300, excluding dealer processing and handling fees. The bZ […]
Toyota has introduced the first-ever 2026 bZ Woodland, a rugged addition to its growing battery-electric vehicle (BEV) lineup, combining off-road capability with strong electric performance.
The midsize SUV is scheduled to arrive at U.S. dealerships this month with a starting Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $45,300, excluding dealer processing and handling fees.
The bZ Woodland stands out as the most powerful model in Toyota’s bZ series, featuring a dual-motor all-wheel-drive (AWD) system that delivers a net combined output of 375 horsepower. Toyota estimates it can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds.
The SUV offers an EPA-estimated driving range of up to 281 miles, while models equipped with optional all-terrain tires have an estimated range of 260 miles. Under ideal conditions, the battery can charge from 10% to 80% in approximately 30 minutes using DC fast charging.
Built on Toyota’s dedicated e-TNGA battery-electric platform, the bZ Woodland is engineered for both stability and performance.
Its battery pack is mounted flat under the floor, lowering the center of gravity and enhancing handling. The vehicle offers 8.4 inches of ground clearance and can tow up to 3,500 pounds, reinforcing its utility-focused design.
Visually, the bZ Woodland differentiates itself with rugged black overfenders, added body length for increased cargo space, and 18-inch aluminum wheels with aero covers. With rear seats folded flat, cargo capacity expands to 74.3 cubic feet, offering more space than the standard bZ model. Roof rails come standard, allowing for additional outdoor gear such as bicycles and cargo carriers.
The AWD system includes Toyota’s X-MODE® with Grip Control, which optimizes brake control and power distribution to improve traction in adverse driving conditions. Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters allow drivers to adjust regenerative braking levels to help recapture energy during deceleration.
The bZ Woodland is powered by a 74.7-kWh lithium-ion battery and comes equipped with a North American Charging System (NACS) port, enabling access to thousands of DC fast-charging stations across the United States. It also features Battery Pre-Conditioning technology to optimize charging temperatures and Plug & Charge capability for simplified authentication at participating charging networks. An 11-kW onboard charger supports Level 1 and Level 2 charging, and a dual-voltage home charging cable is included as standard equipment.
Inside, the SUV offers a spacious cabin with ample legroom and a 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen. Standard features include SofTex-trimmed seating, heated front and rear outboard seats, a heated steering wheel, dual wireless Qi chargers, dual-zone automatic climate control, Digital Key capability, and multiple USB-C ports.
The bZ Woodland Premium grade enhances comfort and technology with a JBL® nine-speaker premium audio system, ventilated front seats with memory function, radiant front-seat heating, a panoramic fixed-glass roof, and a digital rearview mirror.
With the addition of the bZ Woodland, alongside the refreshed bZ SUV and the all-new C-HR compact crossover, Toyota now offers 21 electrified models across BEV, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fuel cell segments, underscoring its continued push toward electrification.