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Toyota’s most rugged addition to its battery-electric (BEV) lineup, the first-ever 2026 bZ Woodland is expected to arrive at dealerships nationwide next month. 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 (the EPA-estimated driving range rating is 260 miles when equipped with optional All-Terrain tires). 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 2026 bZ Woodland brings a different twist to the existing bZ’s style. It adds rugged black overfenders to the Toyota hammerhead front end, has nearly 6-inches of additional length and just under one inch of additional height in the rear. The extra length gives it a bit more space than its bZ sibling, with 74.3 cubic feet of storage with second row seats folded flat, versus the bZ model’s 67.1 cubic feet.
Its standard roof rails further set it apart from the bZ, providing added utility for accessories like luggage or bicycle racks. For the finishing touch, bZ Woodland’s 18-inch aluminum wheels with aero covers give it a modern-yet-rugged feel, and the available All Terrain tires are a great option for drivers that want to venture on the less beaten path.
With its standard 375-hp net combined system output, the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive (AWD) powertrain makes the bZ Woodland the most powerful bZ yet. Toyota estimates the bZ Woodland can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds.
The bZ Woodland is the second BEV that will be joining the Toyota lineup, along with the refreshed bZ SUV and the all-new C-HR compact crossover. The total number of electrified models in the Toyota lineup, including BEV, Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (California only) powertrains, is now 21 models.
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