2023 Toyota bZ4X Review
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7.5
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
It took Toyota a long time to produce a mass-market electric vehicle. One might hope the 2023 bZ4X was worth the wait. Not so much. The bZ4X is comfortable and packs in lots of technology features. But its lackluster range, performance and interior design sink it to also-ran status in the EV field.
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2023 Toyota bZ4X Review
Pros
- Smooth ride quality
- Easy-to-use controls and touchscreen interface
- Comfortable front seats
Cons
- Disappointing real-world range
- No one-pedal drive mode, which many rival EVs have
- Lackluster acceleration and handling
- Difficult to find a natural-feeling seating position
What's new
- All-new electric small crossover SUV
- Related to the Subaru Solterra
- 2023 model launches the first bZ4X generation
Overview
The 2023 Toyota bZ4X is the automaker's first mass-produced electric vehicle and is currently the only EV the brand offers. It's a small SUV that's about the size of a RAV4 and is closely related to the all-new Subaru Solterra. This Toyota EV has some appealing qualities, but it's also not quite the home run you might have otherwise expected considering how long it's taken Toyota to finally roll it out.
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This electric SUV produces 201 horsepower in the front-wheel-drive model and 214 hp with all-wheel drive. Neither figure is particularly noteworthy. The same goes for range. Depending on the configuration you get, the bZ4X has an EPA-estimated driving range of 222-252 miles. That's OK, but other EVs go farther, and we found the bZ4X's Edmunds-tested real-world range to be disappointing.
On the upside, Toyota has made the bZ4X feel familiar and comfortable. If you like the idea of driving a RAV4 that happens to be electric, this could be the EV for you. It also comes with lots of standard technology and driver assist features. But overall we recommend checking out more highly rated models such as the aforementioned Ford Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model Y plus the all-new Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6. Check out our test team's Expert Rating below to get more detail on where the bZ4X shines and where it falls short.
Edmunds Expert Rating
edmunds TESTED
Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Reese Counts
Average
7.5
out of 10
We drove the 2023 Toyota bZ4X on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.
Performance
7/10
How does the bZ4X drive? For better or worse, the bZ4X feels more like a regular SUV, such as a Toyota RAV4, than it does an actual EV. It's quicker than most small gas-powered SUVs but slower than most rival EVs such as the Tesla Model Y or Ford Mustang Mach-E. There's enough power to for driving around town or getting up to highway speeds, but by the numbers the bZ4X is objectively slower than other EVs.
The brakes provide adequate stopping power, but we found the pedal a bit soft and inconsistent, making it hard to stop smoothly every time. Another downside is the lack of full one-pedal driving. Many EVs can use their regenerative braking to slow down (rather than just coast) and come to a full stop when you lift off the accelerator. We've found this makes driving easier, but in the bZ4X you have to slow down by using the brake pedal. We can understand the rationale — make the bZ4X seem familiar — but it's a missed opportunity in our opinion.
Steering and handling are middling. The steering wheel itself is surprisingly small for a crossover SUV, though it doesn't do much to make the bZ4X itself feel small or agile. It's light and quick enough that parking is a cinch, but the lack of road feel and soft suspension fail to provide any appreciable amount of engagement.
The brakes provide adequate stopping power, but we found the pedal a bit soft and inconsistent, making it hard to stop smoothly every time. Another downside is the lack of full one-pedal driving. Many EVs can use their regenerative braking to slow down (rather than just coast) and come to a full stop when you lift off the accelerator. We've found this makes driving easier, but in the bZ4X you have to slow down by using the brake pedal. We can understand the rationale — make the bZ4X seem familiar — but it's a missed opportunity in our opinion.
Steering and handling are middling. The steering wheel itself is surprisingly small for a crossover SUV, though it doesn't do much to make the bZ4X itself feel small or agile. It's light and quick enough that parking is a cinch, but the lack of road feel and soft suspension fail to provide any appreciable amount of engagement.
Comfort
8/10
How comfortable is the bZ4X? The bZ4X has a smooth ride quality and is pretty comfortable over bumps. The front seats are also nice thanks to soft padding, sufficient support to keep you secure when cornering, and enough adjustments to suit most people's preferred driving position. The rear seat is comfortable as well, with a nicely padded bench that should keep backseat passengers happy.
On the road, the bZ4X is fairly quiet, though other EVs do a better job of keeping wind and road noise out of the cabin. The bZ4X also goes overboard with all types of warning beeps. And unfortunately you can't turn those off.
The climate control system is easy to use, and it quickly heats or cools the cabin. We also like the button on the key fob that can get the climate control going remotely, something other automakers usually leave for a smartphone app. Our test vehicle had heated and ventilated front seats, both of which worked well.
On the road, the bZ4X is fairly quiet, though other EVs do a better job of keeping wind and road noise out of the cabin. The bZ4X also goes overboard with all types of warning beeps. And unfortunately you can't turn those off.
The climate control system is easy to use, and it quickly heats or cools the cabin. We also like the button on the key fob that can get the climate control going remotely, something other automakers usually leave for a smartphone app. Our test vehicle had heated and ventilated front seats, both of which worked well.
Interior
7.5/10
How’s the interior? The bZ4X's interior is conservative in terms of design and innovation, though that's not necessarily a bad thing. The touchscreen interface is a step up from what Toyota has been using for the past few years in most of its vehicles. The screen isn't as big as what some rivals offer, but it's sharp and responsive, and the menu structure itself is easy to navigate. Not everything is tied to the touchscreen, and we're happy that Toyota uses actual buttons for some of the controls rather than putting everything into the touchscreen.
On paper, the bZ4X's interior isn't as spacious as those of its rivals, but in reality there's plenty of space in either row for all but the tallest of passengers. The space and tallish ride height make getting in and out a breeze. The center console is tall, but otherwise there's plenty of room up front to stretch out. Visibility is good thanks to tall windows and large mirrors. The lack of a rear window wiper is odd on an SUV, and some staff testers aren't enamored with high-mounted instrument display.
On paper, the bZ4X's interior isn't as spacious as those of its rivals, but in reality there's plenty of space in either row for all but the tallest of passengers. The space and tallish ride height make getting in and out a breeze. The center console is tall, but otherwise there's plenty of room up front to stretch out. Visibility is good thanks to tall windows and large mirrors. The lack of a rear window wiper is odd on an SUV, and some staff testers aren't enamored with high-mounted instrument display.
Technology
8.5/10
How’s the tech? The navigation system is responsive and easy to operate, and it uses Google-derived info for points of interest and other locations. Over-the-air updates make sure the information stays fresh too. You can input navigation directions either manually or with the built-in voice commands. Voice controls can also be used to adjust the climate control system, audio and more. Our test bZ4X had the premium JBL audio system, but we were underwhelmed with its sound quality.
There are plenty of ways to connect your phone. The bZ4X has four USB-C ports, one USB-A port and a wireless charging pad. Additionally, Toyota offers wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration.
The bZ4X's advanced driver aids all work well and are easy to operate. The adaptive cruise control changes speeds smoothly and can maintain a tight gap behind the car in front. Other driver aids, such as lane keeping assist, work well too. Our only major complaint is about the overly eager parking sensors that beep incessantly in parking lots.
There are plenty of ways to connect your phone. The bZ4X has four USB-C ports, one USB-A port and a wireless charging pad. Additionally, Toyota offers wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration.
The bZ4X's advanced driver aids all work well and are easy to operate. The adaptive cruise control changes speeds smoothly and can maintain a tight gap behind the car in front. Other driver aids, such as lane keeping assist, work well too. Our only major complaint is about the overly eager parking sensors that beep incessantly in parking lots.
Storage
7.5/10
How’s the storage? There is 27.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat (or 25.8 cubic feet when the bZ4X is equipped with the JBL audio system). That's an average amount for the class, but the space itself is wide and usable. The load floor can be lowered, too, which is helpful given that the sleek roofline limits how tall items can be. There's also no front trunk like you get with the Tesla Model Y or Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Storage for smaller items in the cabin is so-so. The center console is smaller than those of some rivals, and the storage shelf beneath the shifter isn't deep enough to keep taller items in place. The door pockets are decently sized but, somewhat oddly, the bZ4X lacks a glovebox for closed storage. Got small kids? The spacious rear seat should make installing a child safety seat relatively easy. There's plenty of room for a rear-facing seat, and the anchors themselves are easy to access.
Storage for smaller items in the cabin is so-so. The center console is smaller than those of some rivals, and the storage shelf beneath the shifter isn't deep enough to keep taller items in place. The door pockets are decently sized but, somewhat oddly, the bZ4X lacks a glovebox for closed storage. Got small kids? The spacious rear seat should make installing a child safety seat relatively easy. There's plenty of room for a rear-facing seat, and the anchors themselves are easy to access.
Range and Efficiency
6/10
How are the range and efficiency? The bZ4X has an EPA-estimated range that varies between 222 miles and 252 miles depending on the trim and whether it has all-wheel drive. Our front-wheel-drive bZ4X Limited test vehicle was rated at 242 miles. In Edmunds' real-world EV range testing, the Toyota traveled a disappointing 227 miles of range from full a battery charge. That's one of the worst results we've seen from any EV we've tested and well off what we've seen from some class leaders.
Our observed use of electricity was off from the EPA's estimates too. The government says the bZ4X should use about 26 kWh of electricity for every 100 miles of driving. On our dedicated EV test route, we measured 28.5 kWh used. (Remember that the higher the kWh number, the less efficient the EV is.) For comparison, a Chevrolet Bolt we tested used 25.7 kWh/100 miles.
In terms of DC fast charging, the front-wheel-drive bZ4X charges at a maximum of 150 kW, which is pretty good for an EV in this price range and should speed up charging times in ideal conditions. Oddly, the all-wheel-drive model is limited to 100 kW. That means for a BZ4X with AWD you should expect to recharge from a low battery to 80% in about one hour.
Our observed use of electricity was off from the EPA's estimates too. The government says the bZ4X should use about 26 kWh of electricity for every 100 miles of driving. On our dedicated EV test route, we measured 28.5 kWh used. (Remember that the higher the kWh number, the less efficient the EV is.) For comparison, a Chevrolet Bolt we tested used 25.7 kWh/100 miles.
In terms of DC fast charging, the front-wheel-drive bZ4X charges at a maximum of 150 kW, which is pretty good for an EV in this price range and should speed up charging times in ideal conditions. Oddly, the all-wheel-drive model is limited to 100 kW. That means for a BZ4X with AWD you should expect to recharge from a low battery to 80% in about one hour.
Value
7/10
Is the bZ4X a good value? The bZ4X starts in the mid-$40,000s which is on par for EVs in this class. The base bZ4X comes reasonably well equipped, and our near-$50K test vehicle was loaded with just about every available option. But we don't think you're really getting your money's worth here. The interior doesn't feel as premium as the cabins of the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6. Those vehicles all cost about the same as the Toyota and offer similar features and much more range.
Toyota backs every bZ4X with a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty as well as a five-year/50,000-mile powertrain warranty and eight years of coverage for the battery. All are about average for the class. The automaker also includes two years/50,000 miles of roadside assistance and scheduled maintenance. One nice plus is Toyota's inclusion of a year of free charging at EVgo stations.
Toyota backs every bZ4X with a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty as well as a five-year/50,000-mile powertrain warranty and eight years of coverage for the battery. All are about average for the class. The automaker also includes two years/50,000 miles of roadside assistance and scheduled maintenance. One nice plus is Toyota's inclusion of a year of free charging at EVgo stations.
Wildcard
7/10
The bZ4X's styling is reasonably attractive in our opinion. It's not as eye-catching as the Ioniq 5, EV6 or Mach-E, but that might be a good thing for some people. It also doesn't look all that much different than Toyota's other crossovers or the jointly developed Subaru Solterra. We just wish it had more personality elsewhere. While it's quick relative to a lot of gasoline-powered crossovers, it's slower than and not nearly as fun to drive as other EVs. If you want to have fun behind the wheel of something electric, we suggest looking elsewhere.
2023 Toyota bZ4X trim level differences
The 2023 Toyota bZ4X is an all-electric SUV that's available in two trim levels: XLE and Limited. The single-motor, front-wheel-drive model produces 201 horsepower and 196 lb-ft of torque. The dual-motor all-wheel-drive model is a bit more powerful at 214 hp and 248 lb-ft. Compare the 2023 Toyota bZ4X trim levels in-depth.
Which bZ4X trim does Edmunds recommend?
The 2023 Toyota bZ4X is offered in two trim levels, and we recommend opting for the well-equipped XLE trim. Besides coming with a full suite of advanced driver aids, the base XLE trim also comes equipped with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless charging pad, digital instrument panel, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Add the XLE Weather package for heated front seats and a heated steering wheel.

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2023 Toyota bZ4X EV Insights
Trim:
bZ4X XLE
Estimated Range Based on Age
238 miles
EV batteries lose 1-2% of range per year. Est. range for this car is 238 miles.
Estimated range mapfrom
Charging
SAE Combo
Plug Type

No charging time information available
EV Battery Warranty
10 yrs or 150,000 miles
According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.
Estimated battery warranty remaining is 7 years or 108,000 miles for this car.
EV Tax Credits & Rebates
$100
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Cost to Drive
$57/mo
bZ4X
vs
$161/mo
SUV Avg.
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Reliability
The 2023 Toyota bZ4X has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 4 recalls. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Recalls
4 recalls foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 25V744000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 25TB13/25L
- Manufactured from:
- 2024-10-31 to 2025-05-07
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 1024407
- Defect Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Defect Consequence:
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 16, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
- Recall Number:
- 25V577000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 25TB07,25L
- Manufactured from:
- 2025-03-30 to 2025-06-12
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 94320
- Defect Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative.
- Defect Consequence:
- An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the electrical compressor, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 20, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB07 and 25TA07. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB04 and 25LA04. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-25.
- Recall Number:
- 24V548000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 24R2
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 33848
- Defect Description:
- Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Defect Consequence:
- A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
- Recall Number:
- 22V444000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 22TA06
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 661
- Defect Description:
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Subaru Solterra and Toyota BZ4X vehicles. The hub bolts on the wheels may loosen, causing a wheel to detach from the vehicle after low-mileage use.
- Defect Consequence:
- A wheel detaching from a moving vehicle can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will replace the hub bolts and wheels, free of charge. Letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 27, 2022. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Warranty
3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 3 years / 36,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
- EV battery Warranty
- 10 years / 150,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 5 years / unlimited miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 2 years / unlimited miles
- Free maintenance Warranty
- 2 years / 25,000 miles
Toyota bZ4X Reviews
Owner Reviews
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first ev that looks like a regular gas suv
4 out of 5 starsrubo, 03/07/2023
2023 Toyota bZ4X Limited 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
Update after 6 months and 14k . Still love my bz4x limited and wont trade it for any other car under 50k , electric or ice. Extremely comfortable, drives like a performance car and looks good. Range gives 230 without ac and 180 with on. Got used to living with that range, charge at work for free and installed chargepoint at my house just in case. Charge takes about 3 hours for 100 miles … or so
Smooth and Quiet, Toyota Familiarity, Poor Value
3 out of 5 starsedthelazyboy, 05/07/2023
2023 Toyota bZ4X Limited 4dr SUV (electric DD)
I own the 2023 Toyota BZ4X Limited FWD for more than two years now. I have mixed feelings about my BZ4X. It's my first and only EV I have ever owned.
I'll start with the positives. I like how smooth and effortless power delivery is. It's easy to merge into traffic. I also like how the controls are very familiar for anyone who's owned Toyotas for a long time. If you drove Toyotas for … many years, you can hop into a BZ4X and figure it out almost instantly. I've been getting around 4.0+ miles per KWh most of the time which is really good. Sometimes, I even get above 5.0 miles per KWh. I'm glad to say that after more than 2 years, I didn't have a single issue come up. The car works like clockwork just like any other Toyotas I have ever owned or at least driven.
There are negatives too however. The problem in general is lack of value for money for the Limited trim I got. I'm noticing too many cases of cost cutting. There's too much hard plastics and overuse of piano black on the center console. It's also ironic that Toyota chose to go crazy with the two toned exterior including the wheel cladding, but the interior is so bland. Did Toyota get their B design teams to work on the interior and exterior designs? The horn sounds like that from the Corolla's. Features like power folding mirrors, front passenger power seat, and memory seats are also missing. Mine's even only has front door smart key unlocking / locking. The BZ4X also needs a rear window wiper and washer. Toyota's infotainment system and app is still buggy and very unpolished but that's got to be across the entire Toyota / Lexus lineup. Toyota really desperately needs to get more engineering talent onboard to improve their infotainment system and app. Basically.... I should not have to put up with all these shortcomings at $50K on the Limited trim with many of the options added. Toyota is either needs to put in some more luxury or they need to lower the MSRP at this high of a price point.
Is 200 hp good enough? Yes, 99% of the time it's more than plenty for regular driving. No, if your goal is to race other EVs. In fact, I'm driving with ECO now. It's crazy how my BZ4X is eating up the tires already. I'm already easing off the "go pedal" to save my tires. The only time I feel wanting more is if I'm trying to do high speed passes quickly. The instant torque and smooth acceleration is already huge step up coming from a gas car.
Is the charging fast enough? Yes, if you charge at home overnight or at work. No, if you do road trips and need fast DC charging. I would not even take this on a road trip. 90% my driving is in town and I drive my BZ4X most of the time.
At the time I updated to this review, I'm aware that the 2026 BZ is coming out. Looks like that will have lots of improvements. Hopefully, their MSRPs will be reasonable too.
Not for road tripping at all
3 out of 5 starsGina, 03/30/2023
2023 Toyota bZ4X Limited 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
The Bz4X AWD Limited is a nice car. It drives like I expect a Toyota to drive, and for daily commutes, it's great. This is a really good first EV for Toyota loyalists who need a good commuter car. However even if you accept 10-80% DC fast charging in an hour, after 2 cycles of charging that amount (about 110-120 kWh) in 24 hours, any further DC fast charging is throttled to level 2 … charging speeds. This "feature" is intended to protect the battery's longevity, but it's not explicitly listed anywhere, and discovering it the hard way sucks. For people who never intend to drive more than 400-450 miles a day, and mostly just do shorter commutes, it's a nice car. Just hope to never need to drive further than that in an emergency, because it will be tortuous beyond that point.
Enjoyed Until Winter Hit the Range
3 out of 5 starsHawkGT, 12/31/2023
2023 Toyota bZ4X Limited 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
The stylish exterior more pleasing than the dull Tesla appearance; and, the range certainly could benefit from the hyped numbers Tesla used for bringing in value. And, all has been reasonable until the available range kept dropping down a couple of miles after each L1 charge during cold weather. Still an excellent choice as my daughter’s daily commute and “dad” takes care of all the … details. EV mindset adjustment is necessary in today’s world and Toyota quality is present, as expected, and a 10-year battery warranty is definitely a plus. All the Tesla models offer are a moving value point due to arbitrary price adjustments from the manufacturer lead; and, since 3 of those models are in top 10 categories for issues, much prefer to be inside the Toyota.
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2023 bZ4X Highlights
XLE
| Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $42,000 |
|---|---|
| EV Tax Credits & Rebates | |
| Engine Type | Electric |
| EPA Electric Range | 252 miles |
| Cost to Drive | $57/month |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 27.7 cu.ft. |
front wheel drive | |
| Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
| EV Battery Warranty | 10 years / 150,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the bZ4X models:
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front.
- Bird's Eye View Camera
- Gives you a top-down view of the bZ4X and its surroundings for tight parking situations.
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane.
NHTSA Overall Rating
5 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall5 / 5Driver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover11.6%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestGood
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedGood
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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