Video Summary
Here are the key findings from the video review of the Toyota bZ4X Limited All-Wheel Drive:- Beyond Zero nomenclature represents Toyota's new electric vehicles, with the "4" denoting its size, similar to the RAV4.
- It is longer, lower, and wider than the RAV4.
- The "X" signifies it as an SUV or crossover.
- It has an X-Mode with multiple all-wheel-drive options: deep snow, mud, snow, and dirt.
- The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) can be turned off.
- The electric motor has 214 horsepower with 222 miles of electric driving range.
- Acceleration at speed feels similar to the front-wheel-drive bZ4X, however, off the line provides more traction and thrust.
- It features a large 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, similar to the Toyota Tundra, which is straightforward and user-friendly.
- There are physical controls and buttons for cruise control, lane keep assist, lane centering, regenerative braking, and eco mode.
- Regenerative braking slows the vehicle to 3-4 mph, it will still coast and creep.
- The design of the dashboard can be a bit weird.
- This version feels heavier, more solid compared to the front-wheel-drive model.
- The vehicle is around $48,000 - $49,000, which is most likely over 50k with options.
- Instead of a glove box, there is a radiant heating system.
- No spare tire, however, it has a charge cable in the cargo area.
- The car has 8.1 inches of ground clearance, more than the Tesla Model Y.
- This is made in conjunction with Subaru.
- Maximum current DC fast charge at 100 kilowatts.
- Range 0 - 80 % in under one hour.
- There is a lot of back seat room and also USB ports everywhere.
- The wireless car play and android auto are standard.
- The JBL sound system provides clear sound and good base.
- The infotainment comes on a bit slow.
- For a good experience, you need to connect an additional charging cable.
- It builds upon Toyota's electrification experience.
- The all-wheel drive version can charge at a maximum current DC fast charge of 100 kilowatts.
- Overall, it is an easy electric vehicle to live with, decent looking, and not boring.
