Just like the Lexus RZ, which shares its platform with the Toyota bZ4x and Subaru Solterra, the large SUV could distinguish itself further from its Toyota and Subaru counterparts through unique design elements. These concepts exhibit similar proportions and greenhouse designs, suggesting that Lexus may also be developing its version of the upcoming bZ5x. The introduction of the Toyota bZ Large concept in 2021 coincided with the Lexus Electrified SUV, which shares the same underlying architecture. The batteries for the EV will be sourced from Toyota’s new factory in North Carolina, which recently received an additional $8 billion in investments to quadruple its capacity, ultimately enabling 10 battery lines to be operational. This facility currently manufactures the Camry and RAV4 hybrids. It has been officially confirmed that the upcoming three-row electric SUV will be produced at Toyota’s Kentucky plant starting in 2025. The First Toyota EV To Be Produced In The US In terms of performance, Toyota will probably employ a dual electric motor setup, enabling all-wheel drive (AWD) capability and rapid acceleration, putting it in competition with rivals like the Kia EV9. Given its larger size and weight, it should feature a higher-capacity battery pack compared to the 71.4 kWh unit in the bZ4x, resulting in improved range and faster charging. The company remains tight-lipped about the technical specifications of the three-row SUV but it’s reasonable to assume it will utilize a stretched version of the e-TNGA architecture. Expect a comprehensive suite of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), including the latest Toyota Safety Sense features aimed at enhancing the driving experience. After all, this intends to be a family-friendly model, with space and practicality being among the core selling points.Īlthough Toyota hasn’t yet revealed any interior images of the concept, it’s highly likely that the production model will share a dashboard design with the smaller bZ4x, featuring upgraded technology and incorporating elements from newer models such as the Prius. However, the beneficial packaging of its electric underpinnings would allow more room for the passengers and their cargo in a three-row 7-seater configuration. In terms of footrpint, the bZ5x should measure close to 197-inches (5,000mm) long, as the fully electric equivalent of the Toyota Highlander and a rival to the Kia EV9. A sculpted profile with discreet plastic cladding, a wraparound greenhouse, large-diameter alloy wheels, and LED taillights that extend above the rear fenders could be among the highlights of the exterior. As depicted by our speculative rendering, the bZ5x is expected to retain the “hammerhead shark” face which is a common feature among Toyota’s EV and hybrid lineup.
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