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Toyota bZ4X Touring 2027 review Australia: Better EV buy than Subaru Trailseeker electric SUV twin?

Stephen Ottley reviews the 2027 Toyota bZ4X Touring to see how this stretched all-electric SUV handles Australian roads. Available in multiple well-equipped trim levels, this longer version of the bZ4X's mid-life refresh brings crucial updates to the brand's flagship electric family car, focusing on enhanced real-world range, improved charging speeds and better overall cabin refinement. The Touring grade features a sharp exterior design with distinctive LED lighting and rugged wheel-arch cladding. Inside, the cabin offers a spacious layout with a large infotainment touchscreen, sustainable interior materials and clever storage solutions. Practicality remains a strong point with generous rear-seat legroom and a flat-folding boot floor. On the road, the bZ4X Touring delivers a quiet and composed driving experience with predictable handling and smooth power delivery. It faces stiff competition in the crowded electric SUV segment against key rivals like the Tesla Model Y and related Subaru Trailseeker regarding price, battery efficiency and standard equipment. #Toyota #bZ4XTouring #Review -- Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 00:24 Pricing and features 01:11 Design 02:53 Practicality 05:07 Under the bonnet 05:38 Efficiency 06:25 Driving 09:19 Safety 10:35 Ownership 11:01 Verdict -- Read Stephen’s full review: https://bit.ly/4faMghn Check out our Toyota bZ4X hub: https://bit.ly/3TwclAh Find more SUVs: https://bit.ly/4wgIWJu Visit our EV guide: https://bit.ly/4kDWaKK -- CarsGuide - Go beyond the test drive Visit our website for News, Reviews, Advice and more: https://www.carsguide.com.au Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/carsguide Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/carsguide.australia Follow our TikTok profile: https://www.tiktok.com/@carsguide.com.au Follow our Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/carsguideaus Follow our X profile: https://www.x.com/CarsGuide Follow our Threads profile: https://www.threads.net/@carsguideaus Follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carsguide-com-au