Toyota’s New Electric SUV Gets Rugged: Meet the bZ Woodland

Toyota is taking its electric crossover to the next level with the introduction of the bZ Woodland, a more rugged and capable version that builds on the foundation of the standard bZ model. This is not just a minor trim update—it is being treated as a distinct model in the brand’s growing battery electric lineup, alongside the standard bZ and the C-HR electric variant.

At first glance, the bZ Woodland stands out with a tougher exterior. Gone are the body-colored accents—instead, the wheel arches are now finished in black cladding. New 18-inch wheels come with removable covers and can be paired with optional all-terrain tires. Ground clearance sees a subtle increase of 0.1 inch, now sitting at 8.3 inches, thanks to a slightly lifted suspension. Roof rails and flatter taillights complete the off-road-ready look, while larger quarter glass hints at an overall bigger footprint.

Toyota has stretched the body by nearly six inches and raised the rear height by almost an inch. That extra space translates to more practicality. The Woodland now offers over 30.0 cubic feet of cargo room with the rear seats up, an improvement of 2.3 cubic feet over the standard bZ.

Under the skin, the Woodland keeps things straightforward. It is only available with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup and a 74.7 kilowatt-hour battery. Estimated range clocks in at 260 miles, slightly less than other bZ trims, but a fair tradeoff considering the added size and features. Fast charging from 10 to 80 percent takes approximately 30 minutes, and like other recent Toyota electric vehicles, it includes a NACS port for access to Tesla’s Supercharger network.

Performance is where things really get exciting. The Woodland makes 375 horsepower, which is 37 more than the standard all-wheel-drive model. While Toyota has not yet shared the exact 0 to 60 time, it is worth noting that its Subaru rival, the Trailseeker, can hit that mark in 4.4 seconds. Towing capacity remains the same at 3,500 pounds, although hauling that much weight will reduce the range significantly.

For those looking to level up, a Premium Package adds luxury touches like a fixed panoramic glass roof, ventilated front seats with memory for the driver, a digital rearview mirror, and a JBL sound system. There is also a fresh paint color called Stepping Stone, joining options like Trueno Blue, Raven Black, Steel, Pavement, and Halo.

While Toyota has not released official pricing yet, the Woodland is expected to cost more than the 2025 bZ4X XLE all-wheel-drive, which currently starts at $40,545 with destination. The full pricing breakdown will be available closer to its early 2026 launch in North America, with Europe and Japan getting a version called the bZ4X Touring around the same time.