The 2026 bZ, C-HR, and bZ Woodland electric SUVs are just arriving at dealerships, and Toyota is already heavily discounting them.
Toyota offers discounts and 0% interest rates on new EVs
While the new 2027 Highlander EV, Toyota’s first three-row electric SUV, stole the spotlight last month, the new C-HR and bZ Woodland quietly went on sale.
The C-HR was expected to be Toyota’s most affordable electric SUV as a smaller electric crossover than the 2026 bZ. However, we learned that the 2026 C-HR starts at $37,000, slightly higher than the bZ, which starts at $34,900.
While it wasn’t the $30,000 EV we were hoping for, a $7,000 lease cash bonus helps a little. Toyota launched discounts, financing deals, and other incentives for its new 2026 EV lineup this month.
The 2026 Toyota C-HR, bZ, and bZ Woodland are all eligible for a $7,000 lease cash bonus when leased through Toyota Financial Services (TFS). Or, you can choose 0% APR financing for up to 72 months, plus an additional up to $6,000 cash incentive.
For those looking to buy, the 2026 bZ, C-HR, and bZ Woodland feature a $5,000 customer cash discount. With $5,000 off, the bZ’s starting price drops to under $30,000, the C-HR to around $32,000, and the bZ Woodland starts at about $40,000.
As for leasing, Toyota lists the 2026 bZ XLE at $289 a month for 36 months, with $3,999 due at signing. Using Toyota’s payment calculator, the 2026 C-HR SE would cost about $327 per month for 36 months with $3,999 down, while the bZ Woodland would cost about $559 per month.
Unlike the bZ, the C-HR comes with standard all-wheel drive (AWD). Upgrading to the AWD bZ costs an additional $5,000, making it more expensive than the smaller crossover.
The C-HR’s dual-motor setup delivers up to 338 hp, enabling a 0-60 mph time of about 5 seconds. The AWD bZ beats it by a hair at 4.9 seconds, and the bZ Woodland is quicker than both with a 0-60 mph time in 4.4 seconds.
The 2026 Toyota bZ, C-HR, or bZ Woodland?
Powered by a 74.7 kWh battery, the C-HR has up to 290 miles of driving range. The bZ, on the other hand, is available with 57.7 kWh or 74.7 kWh batteries, providing up to 236 miles and 314 miles of range, respectively.
Measuring 177.9″ in length, 72.6″ in width, and 63.8″ in height, the C-HR is 6.7″ shorter than the bZ. It’s closer to the size of the Kia Niro or Volvo EX30.
Both feature Toyota’s updated interior design and latest Multimedia infotainment system. The setup includes a 7″ driver display and a larger 14″ central touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (2026 C-HR interior picture on the right, bZ on the left).
The 2026 bZ Woodland is bigger than both, at nearly 6″ longer than the standard bZ. The added length provides an additional 30 cubic feet of cargo space.
It also comes with a standard AWD powertrain that delivers a combined 375 horsepower, or 37 hp more than the 2026 bZ.
As more of an off-road, all-terrain electric SUV, the bZ Woodland has a more upright stance, 8.3″ of ground clearance, and a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.
The bZ Woodland is only offered with the extended range 74.7 kWh battery. However, due to the added power, the driving range drops to 260 miles.
All of Toyota’s new EVs (the 2026 bZ, C-HR, and bZ Woodland) have a built-in NACS charge port, enabling drivers to recharge at Tesla Superchargers. Using DC fast charging, Toyota’s electric SUVs can recharge from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes.
The new and improved 2026 bZ was already among the top-selling EVs in the US in January. Will the C-HR or bZ Woodland be a bigger hit?
Top comment by Dan B
Being in this (auto) business, I'm just waiting for the real deals to start. It's so slow with us and word on the street so to speak is that things in this business are just going to get worse. I can tell you that Mazda is sweating right now. Volvo has loaded us up with non-EV inventory, but they are gathering lots of dust.
I am waiting to see what deals BMW offers over the next few months on the i4 EV that I'm interested in. Since Ford and Chrysler Corp are dead to me and GM no longer offers anything I want, it's the import brands that will be on my radar. However, I still can't stomach Toyota, so they are still out.
While $7,000 off is a good deal, Hyundai and Chevy are offering $10,000 off the IONIQ 5 and Equinox EVs, two of the most popular electric vehicles in the US.
The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 is available to lease for as low as $259 per month, making it one of the most affordable EV options. The 2026 Equinox EV is also available with a $10,000 discount, or 20% off MSRP.
Toyota’s Ready Set Go sales promo ends on March 31, and the deals may vary by state. Which one would you choose? The bZ, C-HR, or bZ Woodland? Or are you holding out for the new three-row Highlander EV, which goes on sale later this year? Let us know in the comments.
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