Toyota bZ3C | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Toyota |
Model code | EA11 [1] |
Production | 2025 (to commence) |
Assembly | China (FAW Toyota) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact crossover SUV (C) |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Powertrain | |
Power output | 200 kW (268 hp; 272 PS) |
Battery | 73.98 kWh [1] |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,880 mm (113.4 in) |
Length | 4,780 mm (188.2 in) |
Width | 1,866 mm (73.5 in) |
Height | 1,510 mm (59.4 in) |
Kerb weight | 1,920–2,020 kg (4,233–4,453 lb) |
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The design of the bZ3C was previewed by the bZ Sport Crossover Concept in April 2023. [3] The near-production version was introduced at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2024 alongside the bZ3X. [4] The bZ3C was jointly developed by Toyota, BYD Auto (via BYD Toyota EV Technology (BTET)) and FAW Toyota. [5]
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