Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 58 kWh

Overview

The 2025 Toyota bZ4X marks the brand's serious dive into the electric SUV pool, and this front-wheel-drive version is the practical heart of the range. Blending futuristic looks with Toyota’s legendary reliability, it’s a solid family hauler for those ready to make the switch. It's not trying to be the flashiest EV on the block, but it promises a dependable, comfortable, and well-built experience. With a starting price around €40,000, it positions itself as a competitive, common-sense choice in a crowded market, offering a hassle-free entry into electric motoring.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, Toyota has been busy ironing out the early kinks. The biggest upgrade is a new battery thermal management system, including a water-to-water heat exchanger and heating resistor, designed to slash DC fast-charging times in cold climates – a massive win for winter usability. The driver's display now shows the state-of-charge percentage, a basic but crucial feature that was surprisingly absent before. These thoughtful updates, alongside the standard 11 kW onboard AC charger, show Toyota is committed to making the bZ4X a more convenient and practical daily driver.

Design & Exterior

The bZ4X certainly won't be mistaken for anything else on the road. It sports a radical, futuristic design with a "hammerhead" front end, sharp creases, and bold black wheel arch cladding that give it a rugged, crossover vibe. It’s a proper head-turner. Measuring 4690 mm long and 1860 mm wide, it has a commanding presence without being unwieldy in city car parks. The sleek profile and full-width rear light bar complete the look, making it one of the most distinctive family SUVs you can buy today.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside, and the cabin feels airy and modern, dominated by a large central touchscreen and a quirky-but-cool digital driver’s display set far back on the dash. Material quality is solid, with soft-touch fabrics creating a comfortable, lounge-like atmosphere for its five occupants. Tech is well-covered with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In the back, you get a very useful 452-litre boot for your weekly shop. Drop the rear seats, and that space expands significantly. The only real miss? There’s no frunk for stashing your charging cables.

Performance & Driving Experience

This front-wheel-drive bZ4X is a real smooth operator. With a single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor putting out 125 kW and 269 Nm of torque, it’s not going to win many drag races, but its 0-100 km/h time of 8.6 seconds is plenty brisk for city sprints and motorway merging. The driving experience prioritises comfort and refinement over outright sportiness. The ride is supple, soaking up bumps with ease, and the steering is light and accurate. It’s an incredibly easy and relaxing car to drive, just as a modern family EV should be.

Range, Battery & Charging

Powering this bZ4X is a 54 kWh usable battery pack, giving it a Green Cars Compare calculated 'real-world' range estimate of around 368 km. With an efficiency of 6.81 km/kWh, it’s quite frugal. For top-ups at home or the office, the standard 11 kW on-board AC charger is a great feature, filling the battery overnight. When you’re out on the road, it can guzzle electricity at up to 150 kW from a DC fast charger via its CCS Type 2 port, getting you back on your journey quickly.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Toyota hasn't skimped on safety, making the bZ4X a proper five-star Euro NCAP hero. It comes loaded with the latest 'Toyota T-Mate' safety package as standard. This means you get a full suite of clever tech, including a pre-collision system that can spot pedestrians and cyclists, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and road sign assist. It’s like having an attentive digital co-pilot on every journey, providing peace of mind whether you’re navigating tight city streets or cruising on the motorway.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Toyota's reputation for reliability is backed by a solid warranty. You get a comprehensive vehicle warranty, but the real star is the battery coverage. Toyota guarantees the battery will retain at least 70% of its capacity for up to 8 years or 160,000 km. Even better, with an annual EV Health Check at a Toyota dealer, this coverage can be extended for up to 10 years and an incredible 1,000,000 km. That’s an industry-leading level of peace of mind, showcasing Toyota's massive confidence in its battery technology.