Toyota is expanding its electric lineup with the 2026 bZ Woodland, a rugged midsize suv built on the e-TNGA platform. Packing 375 horsepower from a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system, it hits 0-60 mph in an estimated 4.4 seconds and offers up to 281 miles of EPA-estimated range. With 8.4 inches of ground clearance, standard X-MODE with Grip Control, available all-terrain tires, and a 3,500-pound towing capacity, it’s Toyota’s most adventure-ready EV yet. The bZ Woodland is expected to arrive at dealerships nationwide in March, 2026.
2026 Toyota bZ Woodland First Drive: Leans Rugged, Sort Of, With A Plug
This stretched bZ EV offers more room, power and standard AWD, but a front-wheel-drive bZ can be had for $10,000 less.
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Built on Toyota’s BEV-dedicated e-TNGA platform, the bZ Woodland’s cabin takes full advantage of its electric architecture to deliver a spacious interior with generous legroom for both front and rear passengers, along with ample side-to-side space in the second row.
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A 14-inch touchscreen running the Toyota Audio Multimedia system serves as the cabin’s command center, offering wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, dual Bluetooth phone connectivity, and the new Integrated Streaming feature for linking Apple Music and Amazon Music subscriptions directly to the vehicle.
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The base bZ Woodland comes well-equipped with heated front seats and heated outboard rear seats, a heated steering wheel, 8-way power-adjustable front seats trimmed in SofTex, dual-zone automatic climate control, and customizable ambient interior lighting.
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Stepping up to the bZ Woodland Premium adds ventilated front seats with driver’s seat memory, front-seat radiant foot and leg heaters, a digital rearview mirror with HomeLink, and a fixed panoramic glass roof with a power sunshade for an open, airy cabin feel.
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Audiophiles will appreciate the Premium grade’s JBL Premium Audio system, which pairs nine speakers with an eight-channel, 800-watt amplifier and a nine-inch subwoofer — a significant upgrade over the base model’s six-speaker setup.
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Connectivity is a priority throughout the cabin, with dual Qi-capable wireless device chargers and four USB-C ports — including two rear ports delivering a combined 60 watts of power, ensuring every passenger can stay charged on longer trips.
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Toyota’s Digital Key capability lets owners use a smartphone in place of a traditional key fob to lock, unlock, and start the vehicle, while also enabling easy sharing of vehicle access through the Toyota app.
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Interior color options lean into the Woodland’s outdoor-adventure identity, with Stone Brown and Black seating choices complementing the rugged character carried over from its exterior design.
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Compared to its bZ sibling, the Woodland stretches nearly six inches longer and sits just under an inch taller at the rear. That added length isn’t just for show — it translates to 74.3 cubic feet of cargo space with the second row folded flat, up from 67.1 cubic feet in the standard bZ.
Toyota bZ Woodland vs. Subaru Trailseeker: Comparing What We Know So Far
Toyota looks to elevate its Woodland subbrand to new off-road heights, but Subaru stands in the way.
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The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland puts a rugged spin on Toyota’s electric SUV design language. Bold black overfenders wrap the wheel arches, adding visual muscle to the signature hammerhead front end that’s become a hallmark of the bZ family.