Toyota calls them battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs) – to differentiate them from hybrids – and is a new range of battery-powered electric vehicles that under the premise beyond zero (beyond zero) emphasizes the brand’s commitment to so-called sustainable mobility.
The new model comes in the form of a concept, called bZ4X and is the first to use the bZ nomenclature. From now until 2025, Toyota aims to launch 15 electric vehicles with batteries, including seven under this name.
Mass production
This first proposal is an SUV with medium all-wheel drive, developed together with Subaru, which is presented as a concept, but with the aim of reaching production by mid-2022.
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It has a distinctive high leadership position, with angular aesthetics. The front leaves the traditional grill and instead has a series of sensors, lights and aerodynamic elements that make up an original hammer shape.
It was manufactured on the new e-TNGA modular platform, developed especially for electric vehicles and which allows a longer wheelbase, which translates into improved habitability. In fact, according to Toyota, the legroom in the rear seats is equivalent to that of the largest models in the D-segment.
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Similarly, the front of the cab has been designed around a “driving mode” that gives the driver the feeling of being connected to the road and the most relevant information. The instrument panel, positioned below, opens the general visibility and accentuates the feeling of space.
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The controls are grouped around the center console, designed for easier and faster recognition and handling. The digital instrument cluster is behind the wheel, so you don’t have to move your eyes to see the information.
Toyota bZ4X includes a solar charging system that extends the distance that can be traveled.
Unprecedented technology
The all-wheel drive system, which features electric motors on the front and rear axles, was developed in collaboration with Subaru. It offers more off-road capabilities as well as extra road safety.
This bZ4X uses an unprecedented combination that combines a steering fork and a cable system. The advantage of Toyota is that it gets more control over the driver and suppresses interference from uneven surfaces and brakes. This gives a more accurate response according to the vehicle speed and steering angle.
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This wired steering technology also eliminates the traditional circular steering wheel and eliminates the need for the driver to move his hands on the steering wheel rim to make a turn, increasing driving pleasure.
The above-zero strategy mentioned above is based on four pillars:
- “You and the environment”, taking into account not only the energy that the vehicle uses to move, but also how renewable energies, such as solar energy, can be harnessed.
- “You and your vehicle”, through which a battery-powered electric vehicle, designed on a specific platform, takes advantage of the most modern technologies and offers excellent connectivity to enjoy a safe, calm and pleasant experience on board.
- “You and the others” guides the creation of battery-powered electric vehicles, which have a spacious and quiet environment that inspires people to interact and share experiences.
- “You and society” considers the global impact on society, so the world is a better place for everyone.
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