New Toyota bZ7 is a £17,000 electric saloon, but it's not coming here
Toyota is looking to expand its bZ-branded EV range
www.autoexpress.co.ukI can’t access live news feeds right now, but here’s a concise summary based on recent public information up to 2025:
- The Toyota bZ7 is a China-focused BEV sedan developed by GAC Toyota in collaboration with Toyota’s China entities. It has been positioned as a flagship in Toyota’s bZ electric lineup for the Chinese market, with emphasis on advanced cockpit tech and ADAS features.[1][3]
- Key tech highlights reported include Huawei’s HarmonyOS cockpit integration, LiDAR-based safety features, and a high level of connectivity between vehicle, home, and devices. Production and market introduction have been discussed for late 2025 into early 2026 in various sources.[2][5]
- Specs floated in media include a length around 5.1 meters, large wheels, and dimensions suggesting a D-segment BEV, with range and power details often cited as contingent on regional markets and battery options. Official numbers have varied across announcements.[4][7]
If you’d like, I can search for the latest updates again and pull in specific sources with direct quotes and publication dates. I can also create a quick comparison table of bZ7 highlights vs. other Toyota bZ models or vs. a Tesla Model S, if that helps.