Two Powertrains, Three Grades: What the 2027 Toyota bZ Offers

The 2027 Toyota bZ makes choosing an electric SUV refreshingly simple. There are two battery-electric powertrains and three grades, and each one has a clear job. A front-wheel-drive model focuses on efficient everyday driving, while two all-wheel-drive models add more power, more range, and trail-ready traction technology.

Every bZ shares a strong standard foundation: Toyota’s e-TNGA platform with the battery mounted low in the chassis, a 14-inch Toyota Multimedia touchscreen, Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, a North American Charging System (NACS) port, and 784 L of cargo space behind the second row. New for 2027, every bZ also comes with CCS and J1772 charging adapters. Here is how the three grades line up so you can pick the right one with confidence.

The Two bZ Powertrains

The front-wheel-drive powertrain uses a 57.7 kWh battery and delivers 168 system horsepower with a range of up to 380 km.

The all-wheel-drive powertrain uses a 77 kWh battery and delivers 338 system horsepower, with a range of up to 468 km on the XLE AWD. Both powertrains support DC fast charging at up to 150 kW, with a 10% to 80% charge in approximately 30 minutes under ideal conditions. A battery preconditioning system helps keep charge times consistent in colder weather.

2027 Toyota bZ XLE

The XLE is the efficient, well-equipped entry point to the lineup. It pairs the 57.7 kWh front-wheel-drive powertrain with a long list of standard features that cover daily driving needs.

Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, a ducktail rear spoiler, a power back door with kick sensor, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, Softex and fabric upholstery, a 7-inch digital gauge cluster, the 14-inch touchscreen, a 6-speaker audio system, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with garage door opener, Drive Mode Select, Parking Support Brake with object detection, and a driver monitor camera.

• 168 hp and up to 380 km of range
• Level 2 charging from 10% to 100% in about 5.5 hours
• Ideal for: commuters and city drivers who want an efficient, well-equipped EV

2027 Toyota bZ XLE AWD

The XLE AWD keeps the XLE’s feature list and upgrades the powertrain to the 77 kWh all-wheel-drive setup. That means 338 system horsepower and the longest range in the bZ lineup at up to 468 km.

It also adds off-road performance technology, including X-MODE with Grip Control, Multi-Terrain Select, Downhill Assist, and Crawl Control. Roof rails come standard for bikes, boxes, and gear.

• 338 hp and up to 468 km of range
• X-MODE with Grip Control and Crawl Control
• Ideal for: drivers who want the most range, all-weather traction, and room for outdoor gear

2027 Toyota bZ Limited AWD

The Limited AWD builds on the XLE AWD with added technology, comfort, and style. It uses the same 338-hp all-wheel-drive powertrain and offers up to 436 km of range.

Upgrades include 20-inch black machined alloy wheels, a 9-speaker JBL Premium Audio system, heated and ventilated power-adjustable front seats, a driver’s seat memory system, a front radiant foot-and-leg heater, heated rear seats, full Softex upholstery, an aero spoiler, and a panoramic glass roof with power shade. Driver assistance also steps up with Advanced Park, Parking Support Brake with object, vehicle, and pedestrian detection, the Panoramic View Monitor, a digital rearview mirror, a rear camera washer, Traffic Jam Assist, and Lane Change Assist.

• 338 hp and up to 436 km of range
• Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, radiant heater
• Ideal for: buyers who want every comfort and driver-assist feature in the bZ family

Comparing the 2027 bZ Grades

How to Choose

Pick the XLE if most of your driving is local and you want the most efficient way into a Toyota EV. Move up to the XLE AWD if you want the longest range and all-wheel-drive traction for every season. Choose the Limited AWD if premium comfort and the full suite of parking and driver-assist features are high on your list.

Your New 2027 bZ Is Waiting at Chassé Toyota

With two powertrains and three grades, the 2027 Toyota bZ makes it easy to match an EV to your driving. Reach out to the sales team at Chassé Toyota in Montréal to compare the XLE, XLE AWD, and Limited AWD and lock in the bZ that fits you best.