Toyota bZ4X 2.0 arrives in Australia with more range, lower price, and a more familiar experience

The second generation of the bZ4X arrives in Australia with more range, power, fast charging, and a lower price, while maintaining Toyota styling.

The bZ4X, Toyota's only passenger electric SUV in Australia, has received a second version that promises to resolve a good portion of the criticisms of the original model. With more range, more power, faster charging, and a more competitive price, it seeks to gain ground in an increasingly saturated market.

Main changes

• 74.7 kWh battery
• WLTP range: ~591 km for FWD; ~510 km for AWD
• Power: FWD ~165 kW; AWD ~252 kW
• DC charging up to 150 kW; AC charging up to 22 kW
• Starting price cut to AUD 55,990 (before on-roads)

Interior and driving

Upon entering, the feeling is one of familiarity. There is no radical reinvention, but a cabin that seems adapted to the electric world without abandoning traditional Toyota traits. The steering wheel is full of buttons and the instrument cluster is recessed, recalling the DNA of models like the Prius.

The week spent with the bZ4X is marked by practicality: the setup is easy to use, without the aggressive customization typical of some EV rivals. The 0–100 km/h time is around 7.4 seconds in the FWD, sufficient for those seeking a balance between performance and tranquility.

Practicality and efficiency

The suspension prioritizes comfort, absorbing urban imperfections. Consumption remained in line with Toyota's promises, slightly below 14 kWh/100 km. The trunk has about 452 liters, enough for weekly groceries or basic luggage, with good opening access and space under the floor.

Verdict

Now the bZ4X finally seems competitive: more usable, easier to recommend, and with a proposition that, while maintaining the Toyota spirit, is more direct to what the market expects from an accessible EV.

What aspect do you consider decisive when choosing an accessible EV: range, price, or the familiarity of Toyota? Share your opinion in the comments below.