2026 Toyota bZ Woodland: An electric SUV with AWD, 375 hp, 260 miles of range, and 3,500 lbs of towing. Great for daily driving—and even better off the pavement.
- Dual eAxles deliver 375 horsepower and all-wheel drive, with X-MODE and 8.3 inches of ground clearance to handle trails and tough weather.
- With black overfenders, roof rails, and available all-terrain tires, the Woodland looks all eager to take you to the dirt and out of it.
- A 74.7-kWh battery supports NACS fast charging and Plug & Charge tech, going from 10–80% in about 30 minutes.
Overview
Electric crossovers are no longer rare, but electric crossovers built for dirt roads and weekend trails? That’s still a short list. With the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland, Toyota’s making it a little longer—and a lot more interesting.
It’s not a dressed-up version of the bZ4X, the Woodland carries proper upgrades: more power, off-road-specific traction control, a stronger suspension a setup aimed squarely at outdoors-focused drivers.
Rides On e-TNGA
Toyota’s bZ rides on the same e-TNGA platform as the bZ4X, but everything about this variant feels more confident and focused. Output is rated at 375 horsepower, and Toyota estimates a driving range of 260 miles. It’s not a number that will wow at the spec sheet, but that’s not really the point here.
Design
The Woodland is more bigger in terms of proportions than the standard bZ4X. It’s nearly six inches longer and slightly taller at the rear, with a wider stance that gives it a more planted look. Chunky black fenders and streamlined roof rails clearly hints out that this thing isn’t just for mall parking lots.
The 18-inch wheels come with removable aero covers, and if you go for the optional all-terrain tires, the Woodland finally starts to look like a machine you’d trust on loose gravel. The front end still wears Toyota’s “hammerhead” signature, but with the rest of the body stretched and squared off, it feels better suited to its purpose.
Cabin Layout
Inside, its not attempting to be flashy, however the materials though modest but feel solid—soft-touch in the right places. Say, SofTex-trimmed seats, available in neutral tones that won’t make you think twice about jumping in after a hike.
Heated front seats are standard. Add the Premium Package and you get ventilated seats, a panoramic glass roof, and a 9-speaker JBL sound system. The layout is familiar—nothing is where it shouldn’t be, and everything works the way you expect. There’s 30.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, which is more than enough for weekend gear or a medium-sized dog crate.
Performance
The Woodland adds mechanical upgrades that give it actual off-road chops. Ground clearance stands at 8.3 inches, and a dual-motor setup delivers all-wheel drive. More important is the addition of X-MODE, Toyota’s traction management system tuned for specific terrain types. There’s also a Grip Control function that acts like a low-speed crawl mode—ideal for loose dirt, mud, or steep driveways after a snowstorm.
Thanks to its battery layout, the center of gravity stays low, giving the Woodland surprising balance when the surface gets rough. It’s definitely not built for rock-crawling, but it has enough bite to handle Forest Service roads or may be backcountry trails.
Charging Experience
Powering the Woodland is a 74.7-kWh lithium-ion battery. It now supports the North American Charging Standard (NACS), meaning access to Tesla’s Supercharger network and most third-party fast chargers. In ideal conditions, a 10 to 80 percent charge takes about 30 minutes.
A battery pre-conditioning feature helps speed up charging in colder weather—a key improvement for buyers in the northern U.S. On the daily front, Toyota includes an 11-kW onboard charger for Level 2 setups, and also support Plug & Charge compatibility.
Infotainment and Tech
The 14-inch touchscreen is easy to navigate and doesn’t feel overcomplicated. It supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus native integration with Apple Music and Amazon Music. You get dual wireless charging pads up front, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and plenty of USB-C ports scattered throughout the cabin.
The Woodland is quite updated with current tech, a digital rearview mirror and 360-degree terrain will also be found depending on the trim.
Safety: Toyota’s Full Suite
As expected, the Woodland comes with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, which includes pre-collision warning, lane tracing, adaptive cruise control, and pedestrian detection. Extras like blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and a surround-view camera system round out the package.
One nice addition is the multi-terrain camera view that help you place your wheels correctly when the road gets tricky.
Visit the official website of Toyota for more information on Safety features.
For more information about the Safety features & crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites.
Final Thoughts
Toyota didn’t just lift the suspension and call it a day. The 2026 bZ Woodland brings meaningful improvements for drivers who haul gear, chase sunsets, and need something capable on rough roads, though it is not extreme on any part and it also won’t make EV evangelists drop their Lucids or Teslas, but that’s not who it’s for.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most accurate, latest updates or specific model configurations. Always consult official website/sources for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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