Toyota bZ Woodland
Greenlaning EV
What if the bZ aspired to be a back-country trekker?
Introducing the Toyota bZ Woodland — The Off-Road Adventurer
Markets: North America (primary), with European equivalent as bZ4X Touring
Equipped with standard all-wheel drive with X-MODE®, the bZ Woodland has a net combined system output of 375 horsepower and an EPA-estimated total driving range rating of up to 281 miles.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
| Platform | e-TNGA (dedicated BEV) |
| Battery | 74.7 kWh (standard on most trims) |
| Charging | 150 kW DC fast charging (10–80% in ~30 min), 11 kW AC onboard, NACS port |
| Power | 375 hp (AWD standard) |
| Price | MSRP: From ~$45 300 |
| 0–60 mph | 0–60 mph: ~4.8 seconds (AWD) |
| Ground clearance | 8.4 inches |
| Range (est.) | 281 miles (EPA ) 260 miles (with optional all-terrain tires) |
| Screens | redesigned digital cluster, 14.5-inch touchscreen |
It also has midsize SUV utility, with the aforementioned all-terrain tire option, 8.4 inches of ground clearance, and up to 3,500-pound towing capacity. The Woodland stretches about six inches longer than the standard bZ and comes with Toyota’s X-MODE terrain management system. The Woodland version is positioned as a premium offering, with the JBL stereo, panoramic roof, digital rearview mirror, memory driver seat/side-view mirrors, and ventilated front seats.
| Model | Power (hp) | EPA range (miles) | Ground clearance (inches) | Towing (lbs) | Starting price (USD$) |
| Toyota bZ Woodland | 375 | 281 | 8.4 | 3500 | $40 500 |
| Rivian R1S | 533 | 321 | 14.9 | 7700 | $44 990 |
| Ford Mustang Mach E (4X) | 480 | 270 | 7.0 | 2000 | $46 615 |
| Subaru Solterra XT | 338 | 260 | 8.3 | 3500 | $44 895 |
| Jeep Avenger 4xe | 154 | 250 | 7.9 | N/A | $42 995 |
What we like
The Toyota bZ offers a powerful dual-motor setup with 375 horsepower, a spacious interior with increased cargo capacity, and advanced safety features. We come to expect the legendary Toyota reliability and quality which we hope will be reinforced in the long term.
Meh…
If we’re to go off-roadish with it the maximum range of 281 miles, will be a concern for some buyers. The bZ Woodland isn’t cheap; as such the interior should not feel it. This compounded with design features, like the screen placement, can be awkward for drivers.
Rank Competitor Price
- Rivian R1S ~$78 900
- Mustang Mach-E (4X) $58 995
- Subaru Solterra XT $48 000
- Jeep Avenger 4xe $42 000
The bZ Woodland carves out a sensible niche between mainstream commuter EVs and full-blooded off0raoders. It can[t match the Rivian R1S’ ground clearnace or towing but tit costs nearly half the price. Its sibing the Subaru SolterraXT offers essentially the same hardware under different guise.
Verdict
The bZ Woodland carves out a sensible niche between mainstream commuter EVs and full-blooded off-roaders. It can’t match the Rivian R1S’s ground clearance or towing, but it costs nearly half the price. Its sibling the Subaru Solterra XT offers essentially the same hardware under different skin.
★★★★
