2023-2024 Toyota bZ4X LE FWD: A Rather Convincing Winter Test Drive

•   Auto123 test drives the Toyota bZ4X (front-wheel drive version) in winter conditions.

While winter was still around, we wanted to test out the front-wheel drive LE version of the Toyota bZ4X, which is the entry-level trim of the electric SUV, and priced at $53,025. Our aim was to test the performance of this base model in a winter environment, not least because it's a front-wheel-drive proposition and we wanted to evaluate how it performed on snow and ice.

In opting for the base model, we also wanted to assess value for money, to understand whether any compromises were necessary when putting together the base trim. In other words, do the standard features and equipment meet the expectations of budget-conscious consumers?

Finally, reduced range in colder temperatures is a critical issue for any electric vehicle. Testing this version was the perfect opportunity to measure the impact under real-life conditions, compiling valuable data on the bZ4X's energy efficiency and battery management.

The bZ4X is also available in an all-wheel drive configuration (XLE and XLE Technology).

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