DecodedCars2023 Toyota bZ4X
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- L/Le EV 4dr SUV, Xle AWD EV 4dr SUV
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Transmission
- single-speed (direct drive)
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 252 mi · 11 h on 240 V
- Length
- 184.6 in
- Curb weight
- 4,211–4,409 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- Few owner complaints21 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 67 for similar models.
Watch out for
- "Do not drive" recallCheck that the recall repair was done before buying or driving.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 36 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Toyota bZ4X is a small SUV powered by electricity and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,211 lb (L/Le EV 4dr SUV).
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 252 miles and takes about 11 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
Trims, performance & features
Powertrain–Electric motor
Transmissionsingle-speed (direct drive)
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating5 seats · 2 rows
Trims
15 Series10 Series
Safety & driver-assist features
Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Rear automatic brakingStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Parking assistStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes
Built in: Toyota City, Aichi
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2023 bZ4X configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L/Le EV 4dr SUV | 184.6 in | 73.2 in | 65 in | 112.2 in | 63 / 63.4 in | 4,211 lb | |
| Xle AWD EV 4dr SUV | 184.6 in | 73.2 in | 65 in | 112.2 in | 63 / 63.4 in | 4,409 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bZ4X EV | 150 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 252 mi · 28.317 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| bZ4X LIMITED EV | 150 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 242 mi · 30 kWh/100mi | – | $700 | – |
| bZ4X AWD EV | 80 and 150 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 228 mi · 32 kWh/100mi | – | $700 | – |
| bZ4X LIMITED AWD EV | 80 and 150 kW AC Synchronous | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 222 mi · 33 kWh/100mi | – | $750 | – |
10/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
10/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $8,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
27.4 MPG2023 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota bZ4X SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 11.6% |
| 2023 Toyota bZ4X SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 11.6% |
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning
Similar 2023 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota bZ4X (this car) | 252 mi | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2023 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2023 Toyota 4Runner | 17 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2023 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2023 Subaru Forester | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (4)
Safety advisory: 1 recall for this model year carries a "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" warning. Check your VIN now.
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Oct 30, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. 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.
Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Sep 4, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V577000 · 94,320 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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 were mailed October 17, 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.
Equipment › Other › Labels · Jul 23, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V548000 · 33,848 vehicles
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Wheels › Hub · Jun 23, 2022 Do not drive
NHTSA campaign 22V444000 · 661 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A wheel detaching from a moving vehicle can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Not every 2023 Toyota bZ4X is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
21Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
2Injuries reported
40,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Toyota bZ4X buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Safety-critical recall. At least one recall carries a "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" warning. Do not buy until the VIN shows it was repaired.
- Structure › Frame And Members › Underbody Shields — 3 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Tires — 3 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Electrical System — 3 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 40,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 252 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Toyota bZ4X. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
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