Specs and Features: 2027 Toyota bZ

Meet the 2027 Toyota bZ at Gettel Toyota Gainesville

The 2027 Toyota bZ is a five-passenger electric small SUV built for buyers who want useful cargo space, flexible charging, and a choice between front- and all-wheel drive. The lineup offers manufacturer-estimated ranges from 236 to 314 miles, depending on configuration, along with as much as 338 horsepower. Every model also gets a 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia system, NACS charging-port compatibility, and Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0.

At Gettel Toyota Gainesville, shoppers can choose XLE FWD, XLE FWD Plus, XLE AWD, Limited FWD, and Limited AWD configurations. Visit Gettel Toyota Gainesville today to see why drivers comparing hybrid Toyota vehicles, hybrid SUVs, and fully electric options choose the 2027 bZ.

Interior Features

The 2027 Toyota bZ seats five passengers with plenty of room to stretch out. From sports gear to backpacks and grocery bags, this 2027 model can hold it all.

Interior measurements:

• Manufacturer-estimated 94.4 cubic feet of passenger volume
• 38.6 inches of headroom (front)
• 42.1 inches of legroom (front)
• 57.8 inches of shoulder room (front)
• 54.4 inches of hip room (front)
• 37.1 inches of headroom (rear)
• 35.3 inches of legroom (rear)
• 55.8 inches of shoulder room (rear)
• 44.8 inches of hip room (rear)
• 27.7 cubic feet of cargo behind the second row
• 25.8 cubic feet of cargo with JBL® speakers

Families also get LATCH lower anchors on the outboard rear seats, tether anchors for all rear seating positions, child-protector rear door locks, and a power-window lockout. Those practical details make the bZ worth considering among SUVs for families.

When it comes to comfort materials, the XLE models feature Fabric/SofTex®-trimmed seating, an eight-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support, and a six-way adjustable front passenger seat. The Limited trim upgrades to SofTex®-trimmed upholstery, eight-way power adjustment for both front seats, ventilated front seats, heated rear outboard seats, and a front radiant foot-and-leg heater.

Interior highlights include:

• Heated front seats
• Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents
• 60/40-split reclining, fold-flat rear seats
• 64-color front and rear ambient lighting
• Heated leather-trimmed tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
• Tonneau cover

Other standard conveniences include power windows with auto up/down operation and jam protection, power door locks, a rear-window defogger, illuminated vanity mirrors, front and rear cup and bottle holders, seatback pockets, LED cabin and cargo lighting, and Smart Key functionality on all doors and the rear hatch.

Exterior Details

The 2027 bZ’s exterior combines a hammerhead hood with a black-painted accent, ducktail rear spoiler, rear lower diffuser, color-keyed center bumper, thin lower grille, LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, LED daytime running lights, and LED taillights and stop lights. Limited adds a split roof rear spoiler.

Exterior features:

• Privacy glass
• Black window trim
• Touch-sensor lock/unlock on all exterior door handles
• Rain-sensing variable intermittent wipers with a de-icer function
• Shark-fin antenna
• Height-adjustable, foot-activated power liftgate with jam protection

XLE models have heated, power-folding mirrors with turn-signal and blind-spot indicators. Limited adds puddle lights, memory, and reverse tilt-down functionality. A panoramic fixed-glass roof with a power sunshade is standard on Limited and optional on XLE.

Exterior measurements:

• 184.6 inches long
• 73.2 inches wide without mirrors
• 65 .0 inches tall with the antenna
• 112.2-inch wheelbase
• 8.1-inch ground clearance

XLE configurations use 18-inch alloy wheels with covers, while Limited models step up to 20-inch multi-spoke, machine-finished alloy wheels. All-season radial tires are standard.

Available exterior colors include:

• Wind Chill Pearl
• Supersonic Red with black overfenders
• Blueprint with black overfenders
• Black
• Heavy Metal
• Supersonic Red with black roof and overfenders

Select colors are extra-cost finishes, and two-tone choices are limited to certain configurations. Limited models can also be ordered with Wind Chill Pearl or Heavy Metal paired with a black roof.

Performance Specs

The 2027 Toyota bZ gives Gainesville drivers five configurations with distinct range and performance figures.

Manufacturer-estimated range and horsepower:

• XLE FWD: 236 miles; 168 horsepower
• XLE FWD Plus: 314 miles; 221 horsepower
• XLE AWD: 288 miles; 338 horsepower
• Limited FWD: 299 miles; 221 horsepower
• Limited AWD: 278 miles; 338 horsepower

Actual range can vary.

Manufacturer-estimated 0-to-60-mph times are 8 seconds for XLE FWD, 7 seconds for XLE FWD Plus and Limited FWD, and 4.9 seconds for XLE AWD and Limited AWD. AWD models also add traction for drivers who prefer power going to both axles, while Downhill Assist Control as part of X-MODE is standard on XLE AWD and Limited AWD.

Battery capacities and charging:

• 57.7-kWh battery capacity (XLE FWD)
• 74.7-kWh battery capacity (XLE FWD Plus, XLE AWD, Limited FWD, Limited AWD)
• AC Level 1, AC Level 2, and DC fast charging
• 11-kW onboard AC charger
• Up to 150-kW DC charging input

NACS compatibility expands charging options for buyers moving from fuel-efficient Toyota cars or hybrid Toyota vehicles into a fully electric SUV. The bZ uses an independent MacPherson strut-type front suspension and multi-link rear suspension, both with stabilizer bars. Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering has a 14.2:1 overall ratio, 2.8 turns lock to lock, and a 40-foot curb-to-curb turning circle. Ventilated disc brakes measure 12.9 inches in front and 12.5 inches at the rear.

Technology Suite

Every 2027 Toyota bZ has a 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia system with six speakers and a three-month SiriusXM® trial. Limited buyers can add a nine-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system with a subwoofer and amplifier.

Top technology features include:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility
• 7-inch Multi-Information Display
• Four USB-C ports
• Two wireless smartphone chargers
• Digital Key capability
• 12-volt/120-watt outlet in lower storage tray

Connected services include five-year trials for Safety Connect®, Service Connect, and Remote Connect, a three-month Drive Connect trial, and an up-to-30-day/3 GB Wi-Fi Connect trial. Drive Connect incorporates Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with “Hey, Toyota,” and Destination Assist. Wi-Fi Connect supports AT&T hotspots and Integrated Streaming with Apple Music® and Amazon Music. Subscriptions and network availability apply after applicable trials.

Safety Features

Toyota equips every 2027 bZ with Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0, the Star Safety System™, eight airbags, Safe Exit Alert, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking.

Key safety features include:

• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Lane Tracing Assist
• Road Sign Assist
• Proactive Driving Assist

Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 also includes Automatic High Beams. XLE grades include a backup camera with projected path, while Limited adds dynamic gridlines and a Panoramic View Monitor with 360-degree Overhead View and Curb View. Limited also adds Lane Change Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Front Cross-Traffic Alert, and Advanced Park.

Star Safety System™:

• Vehicle Stability Control
• Traction Control
• ABS
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution
• Brake Assist
• Smart Stop Technology®

A Vehicle Proximity Notification System and an anti-theft system with an immobilizer are also standard.

See the 2027 Toyota bZ at Gettel Toyota Gainesville

If you’re comparing hybrid SUVs or SUVs for families, the 2027 Toyota bZ gives you several ways to balance range, horsepower, traction, comfort, and technology. With up to 314 miles of manufacturer-estimated range, NACS charging compatibility, flexible cargo space, and an extensive safety package, it is ready for daily Gainesville driving and longer trips. Visit Gettel Toyota Gainesville in Gainesville, FL, to explore the 2027 bZ in Gainesville, compare configurations, and schedule a test drive.

Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.

* All fuel economy mpg listings in the content above are manufacturer estimates. Actual mileage will vary.