Global EV Comparison: DS 8 FWD vs Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD
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General Info
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €57700. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €57700 | €40500 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the DS 8 FWD (2025-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…).
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 505 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 572 km | 573 km |
| Range (GCC) | 486 km | 483 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77 kWh | 74.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 67.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km | 13.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.57 km/kWh | 7.19 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.9 | 9.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 160 kW, while the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 160 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the DS 8 FWD (2025-...) has more power, the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 191 kW | 165 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 256 hp | 221 hp |
| Motor Torque | 345 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 s | 7.4 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.1 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) is longer and wider, but the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) is taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4834 mm | 4690 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2099 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Height | 1574 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2905 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…).
| Property | DS 8 FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2132 kg | 1910 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 620 l | 452 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1460 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 6.9 |
