Global EV Comparison: Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh vs Skywell ET5 72 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) has a starting price of €46000, compared to the Skywell ET5 72 kWh (2022-...), which starts at €47290.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Skywell ET5 72 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 Europe (New) | €46000 | €47290 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €16999 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Skywell ET5 72 kWh (2022-...).
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Skywell ET5 72 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 505 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 568 km | 456 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 374 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.1 kWh | 72 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69 kWh | 68 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.1 kWh/100 km | 18.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.09 km/kWh | 5.5 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.1 | 6.3 |
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 72 kWh (2022-...) maxes out at 80 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 72 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 80 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 5.8 |
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 100 km/h.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Skywell ET5 72 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 | 269 Nm | 320 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Skywell ET5 72 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 72 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4690 mm | 4698 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1860 mm | 1908 mm |
| Height | 1650 mm | 1696 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Skywell ET5 72 kWh (2022-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Skywell ET5 72 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2025 kg | 1880 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 | 6.9 | 6.7 |
