The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland Premium is a five-seat, battery-electric SUV with standard dual-motor all-wheel drive. It combines Toyota’s Woodland styling and utility equipment with additional cabin comforts. This Canadian review explains what Premium adds, which range figure applies, and the charging and ownership details worth checking.
The video below shows the Automotive Car Reviews walkaround. The article uses independent manufacturer research and keeps 2026 specifications separate from the newer 2027 model now appearing on Toyota’s retail website.
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Models and Premium equipment
Canada’s 2026 choices are bZ Woodland AWD and bZ Woodland Premium AWD. All-terrain tires are an option on Premium. Both use the same electric powertrain, so Premium chiefly buys additional cabin equipment rather than a higher horsepower rating.
Premium adds ventilated front seats, a radiant front foot-and-leg heater, driver-seat and mirror memory, reverse-tilt mirrors, a digital rearview mirror with HomeLink, a fixed panoramic glass roof with power sunshade and nine-speaker JBL audio. A fixed glass roof should not be described as an opening sunroof.
2026 bZ Woodland Premium powertrain
Two electric motors provide 375 horsepower combined and AWD. The lithium-ion battery has a stated total capacity of 74.7 kWh. Total battery capacity is not necessarily the same as usable capacity, so dividing it by advertised range would not establish an official efficiency rating.
X-MODE and Grip Control are included. They are control-system features, rather than evidence of a measured off-road capability from this walkaround. With no gasoline engine, the Woodland needs external charging as part of normal ownership.
Range and energy use
Toyota’s 2026 product information gives an estimated range of 452 km for the regular tires and 418 km with optional all-terrain tires. The early announcement quoted 418 km more generally; the later documents distinguish the tire configurations. Confirm which tires are fitted to the reviewed or purchased vehicle.
Range is a comparison figure, not a guaranteed distance between charging stops. Winter temperatures, cabin heat, speed, payload and towing affect the available distance. Allow reserve charge when planning trips. This article does not substitute a gasoline L/100 km figure for electric energy consumption or invent an unverified kWh/100 km rating.
bZ Woodland Premium charging
The NACS port supports AC and DC charging. Toyota specifies an 11-kW onboard AC charger, DC input up to 150 kW, approximately seven hours with a suitable Level 2 charger, and around 30 minutes from 10% to 80% on DC under ideal conditions. A peak charging rating does not mean that power is sustained throughout a session.
A dual-voltage 120V/240V charging cable is included. The available household supply, outlet and charging equipment determine what power can actually be delivered. Before buying, check home installation costs and the charging locations you expect to use regularly.
Battery preconditioning can be activated manually, or automatically by navigating to a fast charger with the required active Drive Connect service. Plug & Charge likewise has service and network requirements. Confirm compatibility with the particular charging network; a connector shape alone does not guarantee access to every station.
Safety and assistance features
Standard Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 includes pre-collision assistance with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Automatic High Beams, Road Sign Assist and Proactive Driving Assist.
Both grades include Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Safe Exit Alert, front and rear parking assistance with automatic braking, and Panoramic View Monitor with Multi-Terrain Monitor. Toyota lists eight airbags. These systems have operating limits; this equipment list is not a crash-test rating.
bZ Woodland Premium interior and cargo
Premium seats five in two rows. SofTex upholstery, heated front and outboard rear seats, a heated steering wheel, dual-zone climate control and power front seats form the basic comfort package, with Premium’s additional ventilation and radiant heating described above.
The Premium’s JBL equipment changes the official cargo figures: 942 litres behind the rear seats and 2,078 litres with them folded. The base model’s 957/2,120-litre figures should not be used for this trim. Cargo volume also does not establish payload capacity; consult the load label for passenger and luggage weight limits.
The rear seat splits 60/40 and reclines. Roof rails and a foot-activated power liftgate add loading options. Measure actual luggage and check child-seat installation before choosing this two-row SUV over a larger three-row vehicle.
Infotainment and connected services
Premium includes a 14-inch touchscreen and nine-speaker JBL system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a seven-inch driver information display, two wireless phone chargers and four USB-C charging ports.
Toyota lists three-year Remote Connect and Drive Connect trials and five-year minimum Safety Connect and Service Connect trials in its 2026 documentation. Continued access can require subscriptions and compatible cellular coverage. Price those services separately from the vehicle if you expect to rely on them long term.
Towing and exterior dimensions
Toyota advertises towing of up to 1,588 kg (3,500 lb) when appropriately equipped. Verify the hitch equipment, trailer-brake requirements and vehicle loading instructions before selecting a trailer. Towing also changes charging-trip planning, so do not assume the advertised unloaded range applies with a trailer attached.
The Woodland is 4,830 mm long and has 215 mm of ground clearance. Its black wheel-arch trim, ladder-style roof rails and 18-inch wheels give it a distinct appearance. Optional all-terrain tires bring the range trade-off noted above; select them based on your actual needs and replacement costs.
2026 bZ Woodland Premium Canadian pricing
Toyota’s February 17, 2026 launch release lists Premium at C$64,900 MSRP or C$68,300 estimated vehicle price, with the all-terrain-tire configuration listed at the same launch price. The base model starts at C$59,900 MSRP, making Premium a C$5,000 step at launch.
The estimated vehicle price includes freight/PDI, air-conditioning charge and listed maximum dealer and other fees. It excludes taxes, licence, insurance and registration. Use these as dated manufacturer references and obtain a current itemized quote. Do not apply 2027 pricing to this 2026 review or assume an incentive is available without checking its current conditions.
Competition and buying considerations
Electric SUVs to compare include the Subaru Trailseeker, Hyundai IONIQ 5, Kia EV6, Ford Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model Y. Treat this as a research shortlist: exact AWD versions, equipment, cargo measurements, charging access and transaction prices need to be matched before drawing a value conclusion.
Premium makes the most sense when you want its ventilated seats, glass roof, digital mirror and upgraded audio. The base Woodland retains the same stated horsepower and most utility equipment, while offering slightly more cargo volume. Include home charging, electricity prices, insurance and tire costs in your comparison.
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Frequently asked questions
Why are two range figures listed for the 2026 bZ Woodland?
Toyota distinguishes tire configurations: estimated range is 452 km with regular tires and 418 km with optional all-terrain tires. Confirm the tires fitted to the actual vehicle and allow for weather, load and charging reserves.
What charging connector does the bZ Woodland use?
It has a NACS port, an 11-kW onboard AC charger and DC input up to 150 kW. Toyota quotes around 30 minutes from 10% to 80% under ideal DC-charging conditions; peak power is not sustained throughout the session.
Can the bZ Woodland tow a trailer?
Toyota advertises up to 3,500 lb when appropriately equipped. Confirm the required hitch and vehicle loading limits. Towing also reduces available range, so the unloaded range estimate should not be used to plan trailer trips.