Electric SUV showdown: Edmunds compares the revamped Toyota bZ to the Tesla Model Y
Edmunds says the Toyota bZ starts at $36,495 and can travel up to 357 miles, while the Model Y keeps a charging advantage.
- Edmunds experts compared the 2026 Toyota and The Tesla Model to determine which electric SUV deserves a spot in your driveway for everyday driving.
- Independent testing shows the 2026 Toyota front-wheel-drive version achieves up to 314 miles of range, with Edmunds verification covering 331 miles, while The Tesla Model Premium Rear-Wheel Drive reaches an EPA-estimated 357 miles.
- Toyota prices the SUV starting at $36,495, with the Limited All-Wheel Drive configuration at $46,895, while The Tesla Model base Rear-Wheel Drive starts at $41,630 and the Premium All-Wheel Drive costs $51,630.
- While the Toyota features a 14.1-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Both SUVs add up to about 100 miles of range in 15 minutes, though Tesla offers superior convenience via its Supercharger network.
- Although the Toyota is improved for 2026, Edmunds concludes The Tesla Model remains the segment benchmark for performance, refinement, and superior technology despite meaningful competitive progress.
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