Overview
- Toyota introduced the bZ3X in China at about $15,000 through its GAC‑Toyota joint venture to target entry‑level EV buyers.
- The compact SUV uses a 204 hp motor and offers 50, 58, or 69 kWh batteries with up to 620 km claimed range under China’s looser test cycle.
- Pre‑sales response was rapid, with more than 10,000 orders logged in the first hour.
- Toyota has not announced U.S. availability, and the brand’s bZ model sold in America starts at $34,900, underscoring a wide price gap.
- The bZ3X rides on the AEP 3.0 platform shared with partner GAC, a setup that localizes parts and assembly to lower costs.