Toyota has lifted the covers on the 2026 bZ4X Touring, or the bZ Woodland as it will be known in the American market. It’s a stretched out version of the Toyota bZ4X electric SUV that entered the market last year, designed to offer a roomier cabin. Developed in collaboration with Subaru and sharing its foundations with the Subaru Trailseeker, the new Toyota bZ4X Touring model introduces greater boot capacity, improved rear headroom, and enhanced performance. It will become the second electric Toyota model offered in Australia upon its arrival in early 2026.
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Stretched and spacious design
The bZ4X Touring builds upon the standard bZ4X platform with a 140mm extension behind the rear axle. Combined with a more upright tailgate and a 20mm increase in overall height, this results in increased luggage capacity — 521 litres, that’s 110 litres more than the bZ4X all-wheel-drive SUV.
Rear passenger comfort has also been addressed, with added headroom in the second row. Despite the longer body, the Touring remains a five-seater and does not offer a third row, which makes it better suited as a vacation wagon rather than a people-mover.
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Distinct styling and practical touches
Visual differences between the Toyota bZ4X Touring and its Subaru counterpart, the Trailseeker, are subtle but notable. The Touring features its own front-end styling, a revised rear bumper, and a discreet Toyota badge under the tail-light bar instead of the Subaru branding. Grained black plastic wheel-arch trims replace the gloss black found on the regular bZ4X, and roof rails capable of supporting up to 70kg are fitted as standard.
Updated cabin and technology
Inside, the Toyota bZ4X Touring shares its layout with the forthcoming 2026 bZ4X SUV. Highlights include a 14-inch touchscreen inspired by Lexus interiors, complete with intersecting air-temperature dials and touch controls for fan speed.
Drivers are presented with a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster positioned above the steering wheel line for improved visibility, while convenience is bolstered by two wireless charging pads.
Powertrain and performance
Australian-market Toyota bZ4X Touring models will come exclusively with dual-motor all-wheel drive, tuned for more performance and increased capability across terrains. Total system output is rated at 280kW – making it the most powerful Toyota SUV sold in Australia to date. The all-electric bZ4X Touring is expected to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in under five seconds, outpacing the Toyota GR Corolla hot hatch.
Battery and charging
Power is supplied by the same 74.7kWh battery set to feature in the updated bZ4X. In European markets, Toyota claims a range of up to 560km (WLTP), though this figure likely applies to the front-wheel-drive variant not destined for Australia. For the 2026 bZ4X SUV with AWD sold in the USA, Toyota claims a range of up to 463km, but with the Touring’s bigger proportions, that number could come down to 450km.
The Touring includes a battery pre-conditioning system, enabling rapid DC fast charging from 10 to 80 per cent in approximately 30 minutes at up to 150kW. AC charging is supported at 11kW or 22kW, depending on the variant.
Australian launch and pricing
The 2026 Toyota bZ4X Touring aims to broaden Toyota’s electric offering with more interior space, stronger performance, and increased practicality, reinforcing the brand’s growing presence in the EV segment.
‘Toyota Australia has confirmed the bZ4X Touring will arrive in local showrooms in the first half of 2026. While pricing is yet to be finalised, it is expected to exceed the current $74,900 plus on-road costs of the standard bZ4X all-wheel-drive model. That’s already a lot pricier than the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD which starts at just under $70,000 (before on-road costs).
The updated Toyota bZ4X SUV – which will also receive new styling, a revised interior, and the latest electric drivetrains for more range and performance – is scheduled for release in late 2025.
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