Aimed at buyers with a keen interest in the outdoors, the Toyota bZ4X Touring is the Japanese automaker’s new estate-style electric SUV. It is a derivative of the Toyota bZ4X, with changes that bring added space, improved performance, and more interesting looks.
Ahead of its UK launch this spring, we had a chance to check out the Toyota bZ4X Touring’s design, interior, space, and features in person recently, and here are some interesting observations we made:
Design
The Toyota bZ4X Touring is noticeably bigger than the bZ4X, measuring 140 mm longer than the donor. While mainly aimed at increasing practicality, the larger dimensions give the EV a more purposeful stance as well.
The front adopts Toyota’s hammerhead-inspired design. The split headlamp layout places boomerang-shaped daytime running lights at the top, with the main lamps housed in squared modules below. A body-coloured panel replaces a conventional grille, helping reduce aerodynamic drag while keeping the front visually clean.
On the sides, the bZ4X Touring features functional roof rails with a rated load capacity of 70 kg. Black grained wheel-arch cladding and 20-inch alloy wheels add visual toughness. At the rear, a redesigned bumper incorporates a pronounced skid plate. A full-width tail lamp spans the tailgate, giving the bZ4X Touring a distinct rear signature.
Interior
The cabin features a slim dashboard that runs across the width of the interior and flows cleanly into the front door panels. The layout keeps the upper section visually light, while the lower surfaces add definition. In contrast, the compact steering wheel appears visually dense against the otherwise clean dashboard design.
The centre console houses two wireless smartphone charging pads positioned at the front, ahead of the rotary drive selector and physical controls. Storage spaces are integrated around the console without cluttering the layout.
Toyota finishes the cabin in a City Moss colour scheme, combining brown and black upholstery. The earthy tones align with the bZ4X Touring’s outdoors-oriented positioning without introducing decorative elements that distract from the functional design.
Experience in the Toyota bZ4X Touring
The Toyota bZ4X Touring shares the same dashboard and seats as the bZ4X. Entry takes little effort, and a 6-foot driver may need to navigate long legs around the steering wheel even with it set to its highest position.
The high wheel position can also block parts of the instrument cluster, which sits far out on the dash. Once seated, the driver’s seat feels comfortable with very good back support, extended shoulder support, noticeable side bolstering, a well-padded centre armrest, and headroom that’s adequate for a 6-footer. I also like the two different shades of brown in the cabin, which gives it an outdoorsy vibe.
With the front seat set for a 6-foot driver, the rear feels very spacious, with ample knee room and enough space to slide UK size 11.5 shoes under the front seats.
The floor-mounted battery creates a slightly knee-up seating position, but the backrest offers a two-step recline to help dial in comfort. Rear passengers get a fold-down center armrest with cup holders, a small phone tray, adjustable headrests, rear A/C vents, two USB ports, and heated outboard seats.
Specifications
Toyota will launch the bZ4X Touring in the UK in a 165 kW (221 bhp) single-motor FWD variant and a 280 kW (375 bhp) dual-motor AWD variant. The company will equip both variants with a 74.7 kWh battery pack that supports AC charging at up to 11 kW or 22 kW, depending on the grade, and DC charging at up to approximately 150 kW.
The bZ4X Touring offers 669 litres of cargo space and can tow up to 750 kg (FWD)/1,500 kg (AWD). Toyota is targeting a WLTP range of up to 357 miles for the estate-styled electric SUV.
Price
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The Toyota bZ4X Touring’s prices in the UK could start at around GBP 48,000 and go up to nearly GBP 55,000.
