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Where is the Toyota bZ4X produced?

The Toyota bZ4X, Toyota's first all-electric SUV, is primarily produced at the company's Motomachi Plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The bZ4X is a key part of Toyota's broader electrification strategy and represents the first model in the company's new "bZ" (beyond Zero) series of battery-electric vehicles.

Toyota's Motomachi Plant

The Motomachi Plant is one of Toyota's major production facilities in Japan, having been in operation since 1959. The plant is located in Toyota City, which is the headquarters of the Toyota Motor Corporation. The Motomachi Plant is responsible for producing a variety of Toyota and Lexus models, including the bZ4X, the Toyota Corolla, and the Lexus LX SUV.

Production Details

In addition to the Motomachi Plant in Japan, the Toyota bZ4X is also produced at a joint-venture facility in China, which is operated by Toyota and its Chinese partner, FAW Group. This joint-venture plant, located in Tianjin, China, began production of the bZ4X in 2022 to serve the Chinese domestic market.

Toyota has stated that the bZ4X is a global model, meaning it will be sold in markets around the world. However, the majority of bZ4X production and initial deliveries have come from the Motomachi Plant in Japan.

Key Features of the Toyota bZ4X

All-electric SUV with a range of up to 280 miles (450 km)

Available in both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations

Designed with a focus on sustainability, including the use of recycled materials

Equipped with the latest Toyota safety and connectivity technologies

The Toyota bZ4X represents an important step forward for the company as it transitions towards a more electrified future. By producing the vehicle primarily in Japan, with additional capacity in China, Toyota is positioning the bZ4X to be a global player in the growing electric SUV market.

Is bZ4X discontinued?

No, the Toyota bZ4X is not discontinued; it has been rebranded and redesigned for the 2026 model year as the Toyota bZ. This new model has a simplified name, new design elements, and a refreshed powertrain with improvements to range, charging speed, and performance.

This video explains the redesign and rebranding of the Toyota bZ4X into the 2026 Toyota bZ: 55sTechno RYouTube · May 20, 2025
Key changes for the 2026 model

Name change: The "bZ4X" name is being dropped in favor of a simpler "bZ" name for the U.S. market.
Redesigned exterior: The new model features a refreshed design, including a "hammerhead" front end and updated lighting elements.
Improved performance: The 2026 bZ includes a new base model with a smaller battery, and has been updated with features like a pre-conditioning system for its battery to reduce charging times.
Enhanced charging: The new model is compatible with the Tesla Supercharging network and has an upgraded 11 kW onboard AC charger, improving Level 2 charging speeds.
Interior revisions: The interior includes a new 14.0-inch touchscreen, relocated climate controls, and a redesigned center console with wireless chargers.

This video discusses the discontinuation of the bZ4X in China and the introduction of the new Toyota bZ model: 1mKirk KreifelsYouTube · Mar 8, 2025

Why are Toyota bZ4X not selling?

The Toyota bZ4X hasn't sold well due to a combination of factors, including a major recall for potential wheel detachment, limited driving range, slower-than-average charging speeds, and a design and price that failed to stand out against competitors. While aggressive lease incentives did boost sales significantly in 2024, the vehicle has faced a steep sales decline in 2025 due to these ongoing issues. Toyota is addressing some of these concerns in its 2026 update.

This video explains Toyota's financial struggles with the bZ4X model: 57sEVPediaYouTube · Jan 13, 2025
Reasons for poor sales

Major recalls: A critical safety recall occurred where wheels could fall off, forcing Toyota to halt sales and buy back vehicles, which severely damaged consumer confidence. Another recall involved a faulty defroster.
Limited range and charging: Competitors like the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Hyundai Ioniq 5 offer more competitive range, and the bZ4X's DC fast-charging capabilities were flagged as slow and road-trip unfriendly.
Uncompetitive pricing and design: Even after price cuts, the bZ4X was seen by some as too expensive for its performance and features. Its design was also considered bland compared to competitors.
Brand perception: Toyota's history of promoting hybrid vehicles and being critical of a full EV transition has made some consumers skeptical of their commitment to the EV market.

How Toyota plans to address the issues

Updated model: Toyota is releasing an updated 2026 model to address complaints.
Improved range: The new model offers a significantly improved driving range of up to 314 miles, a 25% increase over the 2025 model.
New EV models: Toyota is also slated to release new electric models like the C-HR and BZ Woodland in 2026.

This video explains Toyota's financial struggles with the bZ4X model: 1mThe Electric VikingYouTube · Oct 8, 2025

Where is the Toyota bZ4X built?

The Toyota bZ4X is made in Japan (at the Motomachi plant in Aichi) and China (through GAC Toyota and formerly FAW Toyota). A new production facility in Indonesia also began manufacturing the bZ4X in 2025.

Japan: The Motomachi plant in Aichi is a primary production site for the bZ4X, with vehicles from here often destined for distribution worldwide, except for China.
China: The bZ4X is built through partnerships with GAC Toyota in Guangzhou and previously with FAW Toyota in Tianjin.
Indonesia: As of 2025, the Karawang plant in West Java also produces the bZ4X.

What are the common problems with the bZ4X?

Common 2025 Toyota BZ4X Problems

Powertrain: Issues with Level 3 Fast Charging; Battery Preconditioning Problems; Sudden Power Dips.
Electrical System: Infotainment System Issues; Key Fob and Phone Connectivity Issues; Low 12V Battery; ECU Defects (Electronic Control Unit)

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