Model Review: 2027 Toyota bZ Woodland

Introducing the 2027 Toyota bZ Woodland at Berglund Toyota

The 2027 Toyota bZ Woodland gives Lynchburg drivers an all-electric SUV built for daily travel, family responsibilities, and trips beyond the pavement. Every model pairs dual-motor all-wheel drive with 375 system horsepower, 8.4 inches of ground clearance, and a manufacturer-estimated driving range of up to 281 miles. Buyers can choose between bZ Woodland AWD and bZ Woodland Premium AWD trims, with the Premium adding comfort, audio, visibility, and roof upgrades.

For shoppers comparing electrified Toyota models, this five-passenger SUV adds more adventure-focused capability to Toyota's EV lineup. Below, the team at Berglund Toyota will cover its exact passenger and cargo dimensions, exterior equipment, performance and charging specifications, technology, safety systems, available equipment, and the differences between its two trims.

Interior Features

The 2027 Toyota bZ Woodland seats five and provides a manufacturer-estimated 95 cubic feet of passenger volume. Front passengers receive 38.6 inches of headroom and 42.1 inches of legroom, while the rear provides 38.4 inches of headroom, or 37.5 inches with the sunroof, and 35.3 inches of legroom. Front and rear shoulder room measure 57.8 and 56 inches, respectively.

Interior highlights include:

• SofTex-trimmed seats with eight-way power-adjustable front seats and driver lumbar support
• Heated front and outboard rear seats and heated SofTex-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel
• Dual-zone automatic climate control with dust and pollen filter and rear vents
• 60/40 split, reclining fold-flat rear seats with center armrest and cup holders
• 64-color front and rear ambient lighting

Families also get practical cargo and child-safety provisions. Cargo volume measures 33.8 cubic feet behind the second row and 74.3 cubic feet behind the first row. Models equipped with JBL® audio provide 33.3 and 71.8 cubic feet, respectively. LATCH includes lower anchors on the rear outboard seats and tether anchors at all rear seating positions, while child-protector rear door locks and a power window lockout add everyday reassurance.

Additional features:

• Center console with covered storage
• Two cup holders
• Lower storage tray
• Front and rear cup and bottle holders
• Front-door storage pockets
• Front seatback pockets

A cargo tonneau cover, power windows, power door locks, a rear-window defogger, a dial-type shifter, illuminated vanity mirrors, LED cabin and cargo lighting, a soft-touch-texture dashboard, Woodland all-weather floor mats and cargo liner, and Smart Key functionality are also offered.

Premium models add ventilated front seats, a front radiant foot-and-leg heater, driver-seat memory, and a digital rearview mirror with HomeLink®. The standard Woodland instead uses an auto-dimming HomeLink® mirror.

Exterior Features

At 190.2 inches long, 73.2 inches wide without mirrors, and 65.9 inches tall with the antenna, the 2027 Toyota bZ Woodland has a 112.2-inch wheelbase and 8.4 inches of ground clearance.

Exterior highlights:

• Hammerhead hood
• Color-keyed center bumper
• Thin lower grille
• Matte-black door and wheel-arch moldings
• Black window trim
• Black badging

A rear spoiler and black roof rails create a distinctive look among Toyota SUVs in Lynchburg.

Lighting:

• LED daytime running lights
• LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams and automatic on/off operation
• LED taillights and stop lights

Privacy glass, color-keyed touch-sensor door handles, and rain-sensing variable intermittent wipers with de-icer and washer functions are also offered. A height-adjustable, foot-activated power liftgate with jam protection simplifies loading.

Standard heated, power-folding outside mirrors include turn signals, blind-spot warning indicators, and puddle lights. Premium models add mirror memory and reverse tilt-down functionality. The Premium also receives a panoramic fixed-glass roof with a power sunshade.

Available exterior colors include:

• Raven
• Stepping Stone
• Halo
• Pavement
• Steel
• Trueno Blue

Halo is an extra-cost color. Standard 18-inch alloy wheels with black covers wear 235/60R18 all-season tires, while available 235/65R18 all-terrain tires support buyers planning more frequent trips away from paved roads.

Performance Power

Every 2027 Toyota bZ Woodland uses a 74.7-kWh lithium-ion battery and dual-electric-motor all-wheel drive. Front and rear motors each produce a maximum 167 kW and 198 lb-ft of torque, contributing to a combined system output of 375 horsepower. Toyota estimates a 4.5-second 0-to-60-mph time.

Charging information:

• NACS charging port supports Level 1 AC, Level 2 AC, and DC fast charging
• 11-kW onboard AC charger
• 10% to 100% in approximately seven hours using a 240-volt, 48-amp source
• Maximum DC input is 150 kW
• Estimated 10%-to-80% charging time of approximately 30 minutes

Manufacturer-estimated range reaches 281 miles for either trim with the standard tires. Choosing the all-terrain tire option changes the manufacturer-estimated range to 260 miles. Actual range varies with temperature, speed, accessory use, battery condition, driving conditions, and other factors.

Performance features:

• Independent MacPherson-strut front with stabilizer bar
• Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar
• Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
• 14.2:1 overall ratio
• 2.81 lock-to-lock turns
• 40-foot curb-to-curb turning circle

Ventilated disc brakes measure 12.9 inches up front and 12.5 inches at the rear. Downhill Assist Control is included as part of X-MODE.

Technology Systems

Technology is centered around a standard 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia system. The bZ Woodland AWD uses a six-speaker audio system, while Premium upgrades to nine-speaker JBL® Premium Audio with a subwoofer and amplifier. Both include wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility and a SiriusXM® three-month trial.

Connected Service trials:

• Five years of Safety Connect®
• Five years of Service Connect
• Five years of Remote Connect
• Three months of Drive Connect
• Up to 30 days or 3 GB of Wi-Fi Connect

Drive Connect incorporates Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with “Hey, Toyota,” and Destination Assist. Wi-Fi Connect supports an AT&T hotspot plus compatible Apple Music® and Amazon Music integrated streaming. Subscriptions and 4G network availability apply to connected services after applicable trials.

Safety Suite

The 2027 bZ Woodland combines Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 with additional parking, visibility, and occupant-protection technology. That makes its safety equipment particularly relevant for shoppers considering SUVs for families.

Key safety features include:

• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection and Proactive Drive Assist
• Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, and Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert
• Panoramic View Monitor with 360-degree Overhead View, Curb View, and Multi-Terrain Monitor
• Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking and backup camera with dynamic gridlines
• Eight airbags and three-point seatbelts at every seating position

Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 also includes Road Sign Assist and Automatic High Beams.

Star Safety System™

• Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control
• Traction Control
• ABS
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution
• Brake Assist
• Smart Stop Technology®

Additional standard equipment includes the Vehicle Proximity Notification System, a Tire Pressure Monitor System with individual-tire pressure readouts and location alerts, an immobilizer anti-theft system, and Downhill Assist Control.

Find the 2027 bZ Woodland at Berglund Toyota

For Lynchburg buyers who want electric power without giving up SUV versatility, the 2027 bZ Woodland at Berglund Toyota brings together 375 horsepower, standard AWD, useful cargo space, available all-terrain tires, and extensive standard technology. Visit us in Lynchburg, VA, to compare the bZ Woodland AWD and bZ Woodland Premium AWD, explore available equipment and colors, and find the configuration that works for your family and driving plans.

Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.

* All fuel economy mpg listings in the content above are manufacturer estimates. Actual mileage will vary.