2026 Toyota bZ Woodland: Bristol Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2026 bZ Woodland at a Glance
The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland is a wagon-style electric SUV built for rougher roads and colder weather than the regular bZ, and it comes in two trims. The Base starts at $45,300 MSRP on Toyota's website, and the Premium starts at $47,400. Both pair a 74.7-kWh battery with two electric motors, 375 horsepower and standard all-wheel drive, and Toyota lists an EPA-estimated 281 miles of range on the standard all-season tires or 260 miles on the optional all-terrain tires. Toyota of Bristol at 1069 Farmington Avenue holds a 4.89-star average across 98 Google reviews.
Where the bZ Woodland fits in Toyota's electric lineup
Toyota's electric SUV used to carry the name bZ4X, and for 2026 the 4X was dropped so the lineup is simply called bZ. The Woodland is the sturdier branch of that family. Compared with the regular bZ it is about 5.6 inches longer overall, with a more wagon-like roofline, matte-black cladding around the wheel arches and roof rails that accept accessory crossbars, and it is the only bZ that Toyota rates for towing, at 3,500 pounds. Published ground clearance is in the neighborhood of 8.4 inches, and behind the second row there are 33.8 cubic feet of cargo space, which grows to roughly 74 cubic feet with the seatbacks folded. One naming note, since it trips people up in searches: this is a separate vehicle from the gas and hybrid RAV4 Woodland Edition, and nothing about the two shares an engine, a battery or a spec sheet.
Two motors, 375 horsepower and no front-drive version
Every bZ Woodland has a motor on each axle, which is how Toyota gets to 375 horsepower combined and why all-wheel drive is simply part of the car and never an option box. The 74.7-kWh lithium-ion battery sits under the floor, and EPA ratings come to 127 MPGe in the city, 107 on the highway and 117 combined. Range is where the tire decision matters. On the standard 235/60R18 all-season tires the EPA estimate is 281 miles, while the optional 235/65R18 all-terrain tires bring that to 260 miles and 109 MPGe combined, a trade worth thinking about if your driveway is gravel and your commute is not. For slippery surfaces there is X-MODE, which Toyota offers in a Snow/Dirt setting and a Deep Snow/Mud setting, plus Grip Control that holds a slow, steady speed on steep or slick grades without touching the pedals.
Charging at home and on the road
The charge port is on the passenger-side front fender and uses the North American Charging System connector, and Toyota includes adapters so the car also works with J1772 Level 2 equipment and CCS1 fast chargers. A dual-voltage charging cable comes with the vehicle. Plugged into an ordinary 120-volt outlet it is slow, around 60 hours for 10 to 100 percent in ideal conditions, but on a 240-volt NEMA 14-50 outlet or a compatible home charger Toyota quotes about seven hours for the same span, which is an overnight job. On a DC fast charger the car can go from 10 to 80 percent in roughly 30 minutes under ideal conditions, and Toyota notes it is compatible with the Tesla Supercharger network, with the Toyota app helping to locate and pay at supported stations. Installing a 240-volt outlet is a job for a licensed electrician.
Choose a 2026 bZ Woodland
bZ Woodland Base
from $45,300 MSRP
Heated front and rear seats, a heated steering wheel, navigation, adaptive cruise control, a power liftgate and 18-inch wheels, all standard.
bZ Woodland Premium
from $47,400 MSRP
Adds JBL audio, a panoramic roof, a digital rearview mirror, ventilated front seats and driver memory settings.
Living with an electric SUV around Bristol
A test drive from Toyota of Bristol starts on Farmington Avenue, which is U.S. Route 6, so you get stoplights, turning traffic and then an easy run toward the highway within a few minutes. Hartford County winters are the real test for any electric vehicle, because cold weather trims range and slows fast charging, and the bZ Woodland gives you some practical answers. Heated front and rear seats and a heated steering wheel are standard on both trims, which warm the people rather than the whole cabin, battery preconditioning helps before a DC fast charge on a freezing day, and the standard all-wheel drive means you are not paying extra for traction before the first plowable snowfall. Toyota also points out that Level 1 and Level 2 home charging is far less affected by cold than DC fast charging, so a plugged-in car in the garage starts the morning with a full battery.
What buyers say about Toyota of Bristol
The dealership's Google reviews are mostly about how the team works with people, and the new-car shoppers in them keep coming back to the same themes. Vigilance B. wrote, "The 5 stars go to Semira for her amazing attitude and help with the whole car buying process! She was helpful, attentive, and put us at ease as first time car buyers." Din K. offered a similar thought about a different salesperson: "He took great care of us without any pushy sales tactics." Both Semira and Dominic are listed as product specialists on the dealership's staff page, and that matters for a first electric vehicle, since the questions about charging are different from the ones about a gas car.
Pricing and upkeep are covered next
Trim is only one part of the decision. The bZ Woodland pricing and leasing guide works through Connecticut sales tax, including the higher rate that applies above $50,000, and the bZ Woodland service and repair guide covers what electric maintenance looks like, Toyota's warranties and how to care for the car through a New England winter.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland?
Toyota's website lists a starting MSRP of $45,300 for the Base and $47,400 for the Premium, before Toyota's delivery fee, taxes, registration and any accessories, and the pricing guide shows how Connecticut's tax rules affect the total.
What is the difference between the bZ and the bZ Woodland?
The Woodland is longer, comes only with dual motors and all-wheel drive, adds X-MODE and Grip Control, offers all-terrain tires and carries a 3,500-pound tow rating, none of which is available on the regular bZ, and it starts at a higher price to pay for that hardware.
Is the bZ Woodland a good car?
For shoppers who want an electric SUV with 375 horsepower, standard all-wheel drive and real cargo space, it is a strong match, and the best way to confirm that it suits your routine is a drive that includes the roads you use every week.
Is the bZ Woodland a Subaru?
No, it is built and badged as a Toyota, although it shares its underlying platform with the Subaru Trailseeker, so shoppers who cross-shop the two will notice a family resemblance.
How far can the bZ Woodland go on a charge?
The EPA-estimated range is 281 miles with the standard all-season tires and 260 miles with the optional all-terrain tires, and Toyota notes that speed, outside temperature, accessory use and driving style can all change the number you see in daily use.
Is there a 2027 bZ Woodland?
Yes, Toyota's website now also shows a 2027 model year with a starting MSRP of $45,380, so it is worth asking the dealership which model year a particular vehicle is when you compare prices, since this guide covers the 2026 model.
See it in person
Charging, cargo space and cabin quiet are easier to judge from the driver's seat than from a spec sheet. Browse Toyota of Bristol's electrified vehicles page, check new inventory, or stop by 1069 Farmington Avenue in Bristol; sales hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 to 6 on Saturday and 11 to 5 on Sunday, and the sales line is 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. EPA-estimated range and MPGe figures come from Toyota and fueleconomy.gov, are for comparison, and will vary with speed, temperature, accessory use, tires, driving style and battery age. Charging times assume ideal conditions and compatible equipment. Towing capacity applies when properly equipped, and ground clearance and cargo figures are published specifications that can vary by source. Information reflects the 2026 model year; Toyota also offers a 2027 model year with different pricing. Equipment and availability can change with production timing. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Toyota of Bristol.
