Toyota bZ4X FWD vs Skywell ET5 86 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) has a starting price of €42900, compared to the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...), which starts at €56900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X FWD | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2025 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €42900 | €56900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €31890 | €29900 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025).
| Property | Toyota bZ4X FWD | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 406 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 516 km | 489 km |
| Range (GCC) | 407 km | 416 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71.4 kWh | 86 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 81 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 19.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.36 km/kWh | 5.14 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 6.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) maxes out at 100 kW.
The Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X FWD | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.1 | 6.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X FWD | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 266 Nm | 320 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 9.6 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3 |
Dimensions
The Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X FWD | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4690 mm | 4698 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1860 mm | 1908 mm |
| Height | 1600 mm | 1696 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Skywell ET5 86 kWh (2022-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X FWD | Skywell ET5 86 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1910 kg | 1955 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 452 l | 467 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1141 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.6 | 6.7 |
