Why this Toyota EV is better than you think

The Toyota bZ4X is positioned as an electric SUV that finally stacks up in real-world driving against mainstream rivals like the Tesla Model Y and BYD Seagull 7, the writer argues, after improvements tied to an earlier price cut, range gains and updated tech. The review says the bZ4X feels “like an electric Toyota”: familiar cabin layout, easy-to-use controls and no complicated learning curve. Driving is described as steady rather than instantly exhilarating, helped by the lack of a modern CVT. Traction can be affected by front-wheel slipping in the two-wheel-drive setup. The boot is rated at 452 litres, less than a RAV4, though rear-seat space is generous. The piece also notes the bZ4X’s safety systems are largely unobtrusive.