The bZ4X Is Toyota’s Arrival to the EV Market
The Toyota bZ4X may have a confusing name, but this SUV marks Toyota’s foray into the electric vehicle segment. This EV was built in collaboration between Toyota and Subaru, and it’s shaping up to be a fairly popular vehicle. While other brands like Tesla have been working out the kinks of EV technology, Toyota waited. So, although Toyota is a little late to the full-electric game, hopefully, the 2023 bZ4X is worth the wait.
Is Toyota making an electric SUV?
The 2023 Toyota bZ4X will be an electric SUV from the Toyota brand. It has been created in partnership with Subaru and should find solid success in the US market.
The supply of this vehicle is still fairly limited, but EV shoppers have found themselves interested in it. Even if you cannot go to just any dealership to buy one currently.
Can you reserve a bZ4X?
Although there is limited inventory, reservations for the 2023 Toyota bZ4X are currently open. By mid-2022, orders should start shipping out to dealerships and then new bZ4X electric SUVs will be seen on area roads.
In terms of pricing, the 2023 Toyota bZ4X has a starting MSRP of $42,000. For the higher trim Limited model, expect to pay around $47,000 for the added features and luxury.
Does the 2023 Toyota bZ4X have all-wheel drive?
For an additional cost, buyers can opt to outfit their bZ4X with AWD. Because of this, Toyota’s latest EV SUV will be able to handle things like winter conditions and some light rugged terrain. It is worth noting that this model does come standard with front-wheel drive. In the case of the Subaru Solterra, its SUV only offers AWD.
For many SUV buyers, AWD is often a sought-after feature. And that is because it increases the capability of a vehicle. It makes sense that Toyota would provide the bZ4X with this drivetrain.
How many bZ4X will be made?
According to Automotive News, Toyota is planning to sell 7,000 units of the bZ4X in 2022. This small number may have to do with supply chain issues and current chip shortages. These problems have a big impact on the EV market due to the technology to make these vehicles run.
We do expect production to increase for 2023, which will allow more buyers to purchase a Toyota EV. Toyota has quite a loyal following behind it, and it is likely that some shoppers have been waiting for a Toyota EV to be released.
What does bZ4X stand for?
The bZ4X nameplate stands for “Beyond Zero.” Toyota is expected to reveal more models with the bZ designation in the future. But for now, this is the only model that has it. Toyota does have a large lineup of new vehicles in its catalog, so it would be exciting to see an EV sedan or even an EV truck come from the brand. Especially considering the popularity of models like the Tacoma.
