<ul><li>Toyota in the United States renames Tesla Model Y rival as Toyota bZ for 2026 model year, introducing facelift with tweaked exterior styling, more power, and battery upgrades.</li><li>Toyota Australia plans to retain the bZ4X name for the Model Y rival, reserving the bZ name for other markets after US launch. Updated bZ4X version set to arrive in Australia in Q4 2025 with enhanced styling and up to 573km of electric driving range.</li><li>2026 bZ for the US and bZ4X updates share similar enhancements, including a larger 74.4kWh battery and NACS-type charger. Both versions feature increased power output achieved with silicon carbide semiconductors.</li><li>Interior changes for the updated models involve a 14-inch touchscreen, redesigned centre console, slimmer dashboard, and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters for braking regeneration adjustments.</li></ul>

Toyota Australia sticking with confusing name for Model Y rival

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