Storm Score 60 out of 100
Reviews 4 published
Outlets 4 publications
Top Outlet CNET highest score
% Positive 25% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise the Toyota bZ4X’s smooth, comfortable driving and appealing design, yet fault its limited range, sluggish charging, and awkward gearshift that undermine practicality and value.”

Certified
Mixed
Reception
60 / 100
Tier Distribution 4 reviews total
0%
25%
75%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 0 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 1 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 3 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Composed Driving Dynamics
  • All‑Wheel Drive Availability
  • Sharp Modern Exterior
  • Easy‑to‑Use Infotainment System
  • Good Selection of Safety Features
  • Smooth low-center-of-gravity ride

Points of Contention

  • Bizarre Styling
  • Poor Ergonomics
  • Middling Battery Range
  • Clunky Gearshift Layout
  • Few Brake Regeneration Options

Professional Reviews

4 reviews from 4 critics
76
Andrew Krok
CNET

“The 2023 Toyota BZ4X might have a dumb name and a wacky face, but it's still a smooth, comfortable electric SUV that feels like a Toyota.”

Acclaimed 7.6/10
60
Stephen Edelstein
Digital Trends

“Toyota’s first mass‑market EV is nice to drive, but not nice to live with.”

Mixed 3/5
60
Doug Newcomb
PCMag

“Toyota's 2023 bZ4X electric crossover has a bold design and intuitive entertainment tech, but its mediocre driving range and driving quirks overshadow the experience.”

Mixed 3/5
45
Abigail Bassett
The Verge

“With a slightly lower range, slow charging rate, and less than inspiring design, the 2023 Toyota bZ4X forces us to conclude that the nearly $50,000 price tag isn’t really worth it.”

Mixed 45/100

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