2026 Toyota bZ Woodland: What We Know So Far

Car and Driver

15-05-2025

Overview
A stretched body and wheelbase turn the regular Toyota bZ SUV into the 2026 bZ Woodland. It offers more interior space and extra cargo room versus its smaller sibling, but otherwise, the two have much in common. A two-motor all-wheel drive setup is standard and makes 375 horsepower, while Toyota claims a range estimate of 260 miles per charge. That isn't as much as some rival SUVs that can exceed 300 miles per charge, but casual drivers with shorter commutes will find it to be plenty usable as a daily driver. The bZ Woodland shares its adventurous spirit with the mechanically similar Subaru Trailseeker, including its 8.3-inch ground clearance, 3500-pound towing capacity, and available all-terrain tires. This is a Toyota EV that can venture off the beaten path, but we'd stop short of making plans to take it overlanding.
What's New for 2026?
The bZ Woodland is a new addition to the Toyota EV lineup for 2026 and is closely related to the Subaru Trailseeker. Toyota says it will go on sale in early 2026.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price of the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland is expected to start around $50,000.
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Toyota hasn't released pricing for the bZ Woodland yet, but we know it will come in a single trim with an optional Premium package. The Premium package adds a premium JBL stereo, a fixed-glass roof, a digital rear-view mirror, and ventilated front seats with memory settings for the driver. When we find out more information about the bZ Woodland's features and pricing, we'll update this story with a recommendation on which one is the best buy.
EV Motor, Power, and Performance
All bZ Woodlands come with a dual-motor electric powertrain with 375 horsepower. All-wheel drive is standard, and a driver-selectable terrain system provides different modes for on- and off-road driving. The suspension provides 8.3 inches of ground clearance and all-terrain tires are available. Both should help when encountering obstacles on the trail, but if you're hoping to go as far afield as a 4Runner or a Land Cruiser, you're likely to be disappointed. When we get a chance to test drive the bZ Woodland for ourselves, we'll update this story with driving impressions and instrumented test results.
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Towing and Payload Capacity
Toyota says the bZ Woodland can tow up to 3500 pounds. That is more than you can pull with the Honda Prologue or the Jeep Wagoneer S.
Range, Charging, and Battery Life
With a range estimate of up to 260 miles per charge, according to Toyota, the bZ Woodland isn't setting any long-distance records. Luckily, all models come with a NACS charging port, which will make it easy to access charging via the Tesla Supercharger network. Toyota says that the battery can be charged from 10% to 80% in as little as 30 minutes under ideal conditions.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The dashboard and front seat area of the bZ Woodland appear to be copied verbatim from the smaller bZ SUV, but there's more room in the back seat and the cargo area in the Woodland. Heated front seats are standard, and all models come with faux-leather upholstery. The optional Premium package adds a host of desirable goodies, including ventilated front seats, two smartphone charging pads, more USB-C charging ports, and a panoramic glass roof.
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Infotainment and Connectivity
A 14.0-inch infotainment touchscreen stands upright in the middle of the bZ Woodland's dashboard. It runs the brand's latest software interface which we have found intuitive and responsive in other Toyotas. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both standard, as is SiriusXM satellite radio, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and in-dash navigation. A six-speaker stereo is standard, but a nine-speaker setup tuned by JBL is optional.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
Toyota equips all of its models with a generous standard package of driver-assists, and the bZ Woodland is no different. Buyers of the bZ Woodland will find desirable features such as lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control are standard. For more information about the bZ Woodland's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
Standard lane departure warning with lane-keeping assist
Standard adaptive cruise control
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Toyota matches what its competitors offer, but it provides above-average coverage when it comes to complimentary maintenance. Likewise, its electrical component warranty is at industry-standard levels.
Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles
Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
Electrical components are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles
Complimentary maintenance is covered for two years or 25,000 miles
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