Specs and Features: 2027 Toyota bZ
Meet the 2027 Toyota bZ at Cloninger Toyota
The 2027 Toyota bZ is an all-electric SUV built for drivers who want passenger space, flexible charging, useful technology, and the choice between front- and all-wheel drive. Salisbury shoppers can choose XLE FWD, XLE FWD Plus, XLE AWD, Limited FWD, or Limited AWD, with a manufacturer-estimated range of up to 314 miles for XLE FWD Plus.
For shoppers comparing hybrid Toyota vehicles, fuel-efficient Toyota SUVs, and fully electric options, the bZ offers a different approach: zero tailpipe emissions and NACS charging-port compatibility. Visit us at Cloninger Toyota to compare each configuration before visiting us in Salisbury, NC.
Interior Space and Comfort
The 2027 bZ seats five and provides a manufacturer-estimated 94.4 cubic feet of passenger volume. Front passengers receive 38.6 inches of headroom and 42.1 inches of legroom, while rear passengers get 37.1 inches of headroom and 35.3 inches of legroom. Cargo volume measures 27.7 cubic feet behind the second row, or 25.8 cubic feet with the available JBL® system.
Interior highlights include:
- Heated front seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- 60/40 split, reclining fold-flat rear seats
- 64-color front and rear ambient lighting
- Fabric/SofTex®-trimmed or full SofTex® seats
- Eight-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support
For child safety, LATCH provides lower anchors on both rear outboard seats and tether anchors across all rear seats. Child-protector rear door locks and a power-window lockout are also standard, making the bZ relevant to shoppers researching SUVs for families.
Additional features include:
- Lumbar support
- Six-way passenger seat
- Eight-way power passenger seat
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Front radiant foot-and-leg heater
- Digital rearview mirror with HomeLink®
Features include a heated leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel, rear vents, cargo tonneau cover, Smart Key System, Digital Key capability, storage pockets, cup and bottle holders, power windows, and illuminated vanity mirrors.
Exterior Styling and Design
The 2027 Toyota bZ measures 184.6 inches long, 73.2 inches wide without mirrors, and 65 inches high with the antenna. Its 112.2-inch wheelbase and 8.1 inches of ground clearance give buyers concrete dimensions to consider for garages, parking areas, and daily routes.
Exterior features include:
- 18-inch alloy wheels with covers (XLE)
- 20-inch multi-spoke, machine-finished alloys (Limited)
- All-season radial tires
- Tire-repair kit
- Hammerhead hood with black-painted accent
- Ducktail rear spoiler
- Rear diffuser
- Color-keyed center bumper
A thin lower grille, LED projector headlights, LED daytime running lights, LED taillights, privacy glass, rain-sensing wipers with de-icer, touch-sensor door handles, and a foot-activated power liftgate are also included. Limited adds a split roof spoiler and upgraded heated mirrors with puddle lights, memory, power folding, and reverse tilt-down. Its panoramic fixed-glass roof is standard on Limited and optional on XLE.
Exterior colors include:
- Wind Chill Pearl
- Supersonic Red with black overfenders
- Blueprint with black overfenders
- Black
- Heavy Metal
- Wind Chill Pearl with black roof
Limited also offers Heavy Metal with a black roof and Supersonic Red with a black roof and overfenders. Several finishes are extra-cost colors, and two-tone finishes carry an additional charge.
Performance Power and Capability
The bZ lineup gives buyers meaningful choices.
- XLE FWD: 57.7-kWh lithium-ion battery, 168 system-combined net horsepower, manufacturer-estimated 236-mile range, 0-60 mph in an estimated 8 seconds
- XLE FWD Plus: 74.7-kWh battery, 221 horsepower, offers 314 miles of manufacturer-estimated range, 0-60 mph in 7 seconds.
- Limited FWD: Same battery and output as XLE FWD Plus, 221 horsepower, manufacturer-estimated 299 miles of range
- XLE AWD: 338 horsepower, 0-60 mph in an estimated 4.9 seconds, 288 miles of manufacturer-estimated range
- Limited AWD: Same battery and output as XLE AWD, manufacturer-estimated 278 miles
Every configuration supports NACS, Level 1 120-volt, Level 2 240-volt, and DC fast charging, with an 11-kW onboard AC charger and 150-kW maximum DC input. Independent MacPherson-strut front and multi-link rear suspensions use stabilizer bars, while electric power steering, ventilated disc brakes, and ABS support control.
Technology features and Setup
Every 2027 bZ features a 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia system with six speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and a three-month SiriusXM® trial. Limited buyers can add a nine-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system with a subwoofer and amplifier.
A standard top-mounted 7-inch Multi-Information Display provides speed, charge, power output, drive mode, trip, temperature, rear seatbelt, charging, and warning information. A 12V/120W outlet adds another power source.
Connected services:
- Safety Connect®
- Service Connect
- Remote Connect
- Drive Connect comes with Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with “Hey, Toyota,” and Destination Assist
- Wi-Fi Connect offers an up-to-30-day/3 GB trial with an AT&T hotspot and Integrated Streaming compatibility for Apple Music® and Amazon Music
Subscriptions and network availability apply after applicable trials.
Safety Systems
Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 is standard across the lineup, helping the 2027 bZ in Salisbury address commuting, family transportation, and busy parking lots with a broad array of driver-assistance technology.
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 also includes Automatic High Beams. Every trim adds Safe Exit Alert, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking, eight airbags, a Vehicle Proximity Notification System, direct-readout Tire Pressure Monitor System, and an immobilizer.
Star Safety System™
- Vehicle Stability Control
- Traction Control
- ABS
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution
- Brake Assist
- Smart Stop Technology®
XLE models use a backup camera with projected path. Limited adds dynamic gridlines, Panoramic View Monitor with 360-degree Overhead View and Curb View, Lane Change Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Front Cross-Traffic Alert, and Advanced Park.
See the 2027 Toyota bZ at Cloninger Toyota in Salisbury, NC
The 2027 Toyota bZ offers Salisbury drivers five configurations ranging from 168 to 338 horsepower and manufacturer-estimated ranges of 236 to 314 miles, plus practical seating, safety technology, and everyday charging flexibility. If you are comparing fuel-efficient Toyota SUVs, hybrid Toyota vehicles, or an EV for your next family vehicle, visit Cloninger Toyota in Salisbury, NC. Ask our team about bZ availability, compare XLE and Limited equipment, and schedule a test drive today.
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.