Toyota launches refreshed 2026 bZ electric SUV in Canada starting at $45,990 MSRP.
Range extends up to 468 km, with AWD models delivering 338 hp output.
NACS port and faster charging expand access to Canada’s EV infrastructure.
Toyota has released Canadian pricing for its updated 2026 bZ. The company’s first global all-electric SUV now comes with greater range, faster charging, and revised styling. The vehicle is available at dealerships nationwide, with a starting MSRP of $45,990.
5 Differences Between the 2025 Toyota bZ4X and the 2026 Toyota bZ
The 2026 lineup consists of three models: the bZ XLE FWD, the bZ XLE AWD at $53,390, and the Limited AWD at $61,690. Estimated vehicle prices, including freight, dealer fees, and charges, range from $49,648 to $65,348, before taxes and registration.
The 2026 bZ introduces a larger lithium-ion battery on all-wheel-drive variants, increasing total capacity to 77 kWh. Toyota estimates a maximum driving range of 468 kilometres for the XLE AWD and 436 kilometres for the Limited AWD, while the front-wheel-drive XLE offers up to 380 kilometres with its 57.7-kWh battery.
All-wheel-drive models now produce up to 338 horsepower, a 50% increase from the previous model, and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 5.1 seconds.
2026 Toyota bZ First Drive: New Name, More Range, and More Power
For the first time, the bZ incorporates a North American Charging System (NACS) port, enabling access to thousands of Tesla fast-charging stations across Canada. Using DC fast charging under ideal conditions, the battery can be charged from 10 to 80% in about 30 minutes. A new 11-kW onboard AC charger, upgraded from the prior 7-kW unit, is included across the lineup.
The model name has been shortened from bZ4X to bZ, and the SUV receives revised styling with a reworked front fascia, slimmer LED lighting, and optional colour-matched front and rear fenders. The cabin has been redesigned with a larger 14-inch touchscreen, updated console layout, and two wireless phone charging docks.
