With its recognizable styling and six-inch length increase, the new electric 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland stands out as an oddity
Despite Toyota’s apparent shift towards simpler naming conventions, they’ve introduced the 2026 bZ Woodland. While initially appearing to be an off-road-focused version of the facelifted bZ (formerly bZ4X), it’s actually a distinct model sharing significant underpinnings with its sibling.
This decision might cause some confusion, but the bZ Woodland essentially serves as Toyota’s equivalent to the Subaru Wilderness models, both derived from their respective Solterra and bZ platforms. Consequently, the bZ Woodland blends crossover and wagon characteristics, similar to the Subaru Outback.
Scheduled for an early next year arrival, the bZ Woodland adopts the bZ’s “hammerhead” front design with familiar lighting. It further distinguishes itself with black fender flares and plastic body cladding. Key dimensions include a length of 190.2 inches, a width of 73.2 inches, a height of 63.8 inches, and a wheelbase of 112.2 inches, offering a luggage capacity of 30 cubic feet.
Visually, while similar to the bZ at first glance, the bZ Woodland leans more towards a wagon profile, being nearly six inches longer and almost an inch taller. It also features roof rails and unique 18-inch wheels, with all-terrain tires as an option. The model boasts a ground clearance of 8.3 inches, comparable to the RAV4.
Inside, the design echoes the bZ with a freestanding digital instrument cluster and a 14-inch infotainment system, complemented by a substantial steering wheel and over 30 cubic feet of rear cargo space.
The bZ Woodland will be available in a single trim, equipped with heated SofTex front seats, a dual wireless smartphone charger, and a six-speaker audio system. An optional Premium package adds a nine-speaker JBL sound system, a panoramic glass roof, ventilated front seats, and a radiant heater.
Standard safety features include the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 suite, encompassing Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Road Sign Assist, Proactive Driving Assist, Automatic High Beams, and Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist. Additional highlights include Safe Exit Alert, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and a Panoramic View Monitor with Multi-Terrain Monitor.
Powering the “wagonover” is a dual-motor all-wheel drive system producing 375 hp. While specific powertrain details were limited, it includes an X-Mode system and Grip-Control for enhanced off-road performance through “motor drive power modulation.”
The electric motors draw power from a 74.7 kWh lithium-ion battery, providing an estimated range of 260 miles (North American standard). Charging from 10% to 80% takes approximately 30 minutes using a DC fast charger. Charging features include a NACS port, pre-conditioning, and Plug & Charge capability. The bZ Woodland also offers a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.
Pricing for the U.S. and Canada will be announced closer to its early 2026 launch, with expectations that it will be priced higher than the less powerful dual-motor bZ4X. Globally, the bZ Woodland will also be sold in Japan (from late next year) and Europe (from spring 2026) under the name bZ4X Touring.
