Japanese Specs Hint at U.S.-Market 2023 Toyota bZ4X Electric Crossover’s Details – MotorTrend

After debuting its first full EV in concept form at the Shanghai Auto Show earlier this year, Toyota has finally released details on the production electric car’s range, battery size, and more.

Working to become carbon neutral by 2050, Toyota will introduce seven models under the Beyond Zero electric sub-brand no later than 2025.

The Toyota bZ4X revealed in Japan has a 71.4-kWh battery pack and is available in either all-wheel or front-wheel drive; AWD models produce 214 hp, while the front-drive bZ4X pumps out 201 hp.

As for driving range, bZ4X models configured with FWD could deliver up to 310 miles, compared to 285 miles for AWD models.

Soundproof glass and wind noise reduction are aimed at creating a tranquil cabin despite the lack of an engine, which typically acts like something of a white-noise generator in regular cars, drowning out other undesirable sounds.

Oh, but how about the ultra-cool “yoke” steering wheel that only the Chinese market is getting, for now? It connects with a steer-by-wire system, meaning there’s no mechanical connection between the steering wheel and tires.

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