The Toyota bZ4X AWD was officially introduced in December 2021. At its core, it features a 60.6 kWh usable, 71.4 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 461 km. The powertrain configuration delivers All-Wheel Drive 160 kW (218 hp), enabling an acceleration of 7.7 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 60000 USD.
By contrast, the Ford Explorer Extended Range officially made its debut in March 2023. It is powered by a 77 kWh usable, 82 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 602 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Rear-wheel drive 210 kW (286 hp), enabling an acceleration of 6.4 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 47000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | December 2021 | March 2023 |
| Release date | February 2022 | March 2024 |
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Performance
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| Power | All-Wheel Drive 160 kW (218 hp) | Rear-wheel drive 210 kW (286 hp) |
| Torque | 336 Nm (248 lb-ft) | 545 Nm (402 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 7.7 sec 0-100 km/h | 6.4 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 160 km/h (99 mph) | 180 km/h (112 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 60.6 kWh usable, 71.4 kWh total | 77 kWh usable, 82 kWh total |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion 355V | Li-ion (400V type) |
| Driving range | 461 km | 602 km |
| Consumption | 16.2 kWh/100 km | 13.9 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 6.6 kW, 100% in 10 hours, Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 6 hours 30 min | Type 2 11 kW |
| Charging station | CCS 150 kW max, 80% in 30 min | CCS 170 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats | 5 door crossover, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4690 x 1860 x 1650 mm (184.6 x 73.2 x 65.0 in) | 4468 x 1871 x 1630 mm (175.9 x 73.7 x 64.2 in) |
| Weight | 2005 kg unladen, 2275 kg gross | 2190 kg unladen, 2675 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R18, R19, R20 | R19, R20, R21 |
| Trunk volume | 452 l | 536 l, 1422 l max |
| Front trunk | No | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 12" touchscreen | Heated front seats, massage (driver seat only) |
| Driver's display | 7" | Panoramic glass roof |
| Head-up display | No | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Active Park Assist |
| Various | - | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated front seats | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system; drivers' knee airbag |
| Roof | Panoramic glass roof, solar roof | Front radar, 2 rear corner radars, 5 cameras. Assisted Lane Change, Clear Exit Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Front and Rear Parking Aid with Manoeuvring Brake Assist, Reverse Brake Assist, Pre-Collision Assist, Cross Traffic Alert with Active Braking, High Beam Assist |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, reversing camera (with remote function) | - |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | - |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front airbags, side airbags (front & rear) | - |
| Driving aids | Driver Assist, Automatic Pre-Collision Braking, Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control w/ Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Reverse Automatic Braking | - |
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Misc
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| Price | 60000 USD | 47000 USD |