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Description: The 2023 Toyota bZ4X Is Toyota's First Long-Range Electric Vehicle oyota's first long-range electric vehicle Built on a platform shared with the Subaru Solterra Power output of 201-215 hp is fairly modest, but 250 miles of estimated range is commendable Launches the first bZ4X generation for 2023 The currently controversial automaker looks to put some of these grumblings to rest with its first fully electric vehicle, the 2023 Toyota bZ4X. Developed jointly with Subaru (whose own version of this EV is called the Solterra), the bZ4X is a compact SUV that is slightly longer than the current RAV4. Its on-paper specs aren't mind-blowing, but those looking for Toyota's take on a modern electric car will likely find the power output and estimated driving range totally sufficient. And we can't discount the unique, expressive design, which is fairly daring for Toyota. The front-wheel-drive bZ4X is powered by a single electric motor at the front axle. Toyota quotes power output at 150 kW, which equates to 201 hp. That doesn't seem like a lot, especially given the bZ4X's 4,232-pound curb weight, but the instant torque from the electric motor should provide sprightly acceleration from a stop. In contrast to other manufacturers like Volkswagen and Ford, Toyota is not seriously bumping up output if you want the all-wheel-drive version. That front motor is swapped out in favor of two 80-kW motors (one at the front and one at the rear) for a combined output of 160 kW, or 215 hp. We doubt the modicum of extra power translates to a noticeably quicker acceleration time, as the AWD model weighs about 200 pounds more than the FWD version. Under the floor is a lithium-ion battery pack with 71.4 kWh of capacity for the front-drive bZ4X, which Toyota says should be good for 250 miles of range on a full charge. The all-wheel-drive model's pack has slightly more capacity, at 72.8 kWh, but Toyota hasn't yet quoted range estimates for this version. The 2023 Toyota bZ4X has been a long time coming, but Toyota's first modern electric vehicle is almost here. It may not be the most powerful or flashy EV on the market, but Toyota's strong brand loyalty is sure to make it a hit right out of the gate. Subscribe: youtube.com/c/CarsBOOM