USA EV Comparison: Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh vs Skywell ET5 86 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) has a starting price of $42000, while the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $42000 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) has a larger battery, the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 314 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 353 mi | 304 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 304 mi | 258 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.1 kWh | 86 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69 kWh | 81 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 22.7 kWh/100 mi | 31.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.41 mi/kWh | 3.19 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.1 | 6.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) maxes out at 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 6.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 165 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 221 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 198 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.1 s | 9.2 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 94 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.6 in | 185 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 73.2 in | 75.1 in |
| Height | 65 in | 66.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 110.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4156 lb | 4310 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 27.7 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 40.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 6.7 |
