2026 Toyota bZ Woodland Premium: Bristol Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2026 bZ Woodland Premium
The Premium starts at $47,400 MSRP on Toyota's website and sits $2,100 above the Base. For that difference it adds nine-speaker JBL audio, a panoramic fixed-glass roof with a power sunshade, a digital rearview mirror, ventilated front seats with radiant foot-and-leg heating, and driver memory settings. The dual-motor, 375-horsepower, all-wheel-drive powertrain and the EPA-estimated 281 miles of range on standard tires are identical to the Base. Toyota of Bristol is at 1069 Farmington Avenue in Bristol.
The five things the Premium adds
Because the two Woodland trims share a drivetrain, picking between them is really a question about the cabin, and the Premium's additions all live there. The audio system steps up from six speakers to a nine-speaker JBL setup, which suits anyone who spends an hour a day in traffic with music or podcasts on. A panoramic fixed-glass roof lets light into both rows, with a power sunshade to close it off on a bright July afternoon. The digital rearview mirror swaps the conventional reflection for a camera view which is handy when the rear seats are full or the cargo area is stacked to the window line. In cold weather the ventilated front seats matter less than the radiant foot-and-leg heating, which adds warmth to the lower half of the cabin on top of the heated seats and steering wheel that every Woodland already has. Driver memory settings, the fifth item, remember your seat position for the next time you climb in.
Where the Premium makes the most sense
If the car will be shared between two drivers, the memory settings pay for themselves in the first week. If it will mostly be a commuter and a weekend road-trip vehicle, the extra warmth and the better speakers will be noticed every day, while the capability list, from X-MODE and Grip Control to the 3,500-pound tow rating, is identical to the Base. The all-terrain tire option is also offered on both trims, and on either one it changes the EPA estimate from 281 miles to 260. Toyota's interior photos show the Premium cabin in a warm tan SofTex with a 14-inch touchscreen and a digital gauge display mounted high on the dash, which keeps the numbers close to your line of sight on the road.
A small cargo tradeoff
The Premium and the Base both offer 33.8 cubic feet behind the second row. Published specifications for folded-seat cargo come in slightly lower on the Premium, around 72 cubic feet against about 74, and the reason is the added audio hardware in the cargo area. For nearly everyone that is not a meaningful difference, but anyone planning to haul long, bulky items every week should look at the cargo area in person.
Charging the Premium at home
Charging is the same on both trims. The included dual-voltage cable runs on a 240-volt NEMA 14-50 outlet, and Toyota says an 11-kW charging source takes about seven hours to go from 10 to 100 percent under ideal conditions, so plugging in at night means a full battery by morning. If the garage in Bristol does not have the right outlet yet, a licensed electrician can install one, and the car's included adapters let it use other public Level 2 and fast-charging equipment away from home.
What buyers say
The dealership's Google reviews do not single out the Premium, but they do describe the kind of conversation you can expect when comparing trims. Margaret M. wrote that her salesperson's "professionalism, product knowledge, and excellent costumer service in making the process seem effortless!" stood out, and added that "He went above and beyond, from start to finish, I was very impressed with his attention to detail". Isabel R. said of her experience, "He was patient, honest, and took the time to answer all of my questions without making me feel pressured." Across all of its reviews, the dealership holds a 4.89-star average from 98 Google ratings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the bZ Woodland Premium add over the Base?
The Premium adds JBL nine-speaker audio, a panoramic fixed-glass roof with a power sunshade, a digital rearview mirror, ventilated front seats with radiant foot-and-leg heating, and driver memory settings, all for $2,100 more at MSRP.
Is the Premium faster or longer-range than the Base?
No, both trims use the same two motors, 375 horsepower and 74.7-kWh battery, and both carry the same EPA-estimated range of 281 miles on standard tires or 260 miles on all-terrain tires.
Does the Premium have a sunroof?
It has a panoramic fixed-glass roof with a power sunshade, which means the glass does not open but the shade can be closed when you want a darker cabin.
Can I tow with the Premium?
Toyota rates the Woodland at 3,500 pounds when properly equipped, and that applies to both trims, so a small utility trailer fits comfortably within the rating, and the trailer's actual weight is what to check.
Does the Premium have cooled seats?
The front seats are ventilated, which circulates air through the seat surface, and they are also heated for winter along with the radiant foot-and-leg heating that only the Premium offers.
See it in person
Panoramic roofs and cabin audio are the sort of features you either love or barely notice, so try them yourself. Look through current new inventory or the electrified vehicles page, then stop by 1069 Farmington Avenue or call 860-584-7333.
MSRP excludes Toyota's delivery, processing and handling fee, taxes, title, registration and dealer-installed options, and the dealer sets the actual selling price. The price difference between trims is based on Toyota's published MSRPs for the 2026 model year. EPA-estimated range figures are for comparison and will vary with speed, temperature, accessory use, tires and driving style. Charging times assume ideal conditions and compatible equipment. Towing capacity applies when properly equipped, and cargo figures are published specifications that can vary by source. Equipment and availability can change with production timing; confirm current specifications with Toyota of Bristol. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Toyota of Bristol.
