Toyota bZ4X Touring: The electric family wagon built for salary packaging

What is the Toyota bZ4X Touring?

When Toyota launched the bZ4X in Australia, it marked the long-awaited electric debut of the country's most trusted automotive brand. For 2026, the lineup welcomes its definitive flagship: the Toyota bZ4X Touring.

Rather than just a trim badge, the Touring introduces a distinctive new body profile. Engineers stretched the rear overhang by 140 mm, transforming the swooping coupe-like silhouette of the standard SUV into a purposeful, upright electric wagon. It delivers an adventurous road presence complete with 20-inch black alloy wheels, ladder-style roof rails, matte black bonnet inserts, and protective underbody skid plates.

Inside, the Touring addresses the primary feedback on earlier electric SUVs: boot space. The extended rear lifts cargo capacity to a generous 550 litres, providing ample room for prams, sports gear, and camping supplies. The cabin is anchored by a high-definition 14-inch touchscreen multimedia setup, complemented by an exclusive Khaki synthetic leather interior trim option and durable, soft-touch materials throughout.

Performance, battery choices, and real-world range

While the standard front-wheel-drive bZ4X focuses on balanced urban efficiency, the Touring serves as a genuine performance machine:

• Dual-Motor AWD Powertrain: Twin 167 kW electric motors (one on each axle) produce a combined output of 280 kW, making the Touring the most powerful passenger SUV in Toyota's local showroom.
• Acceleration: The instant all-wheel torque rockets the SUV from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.4 seconds, providing effortless overtaking punch on country roads and two-lane regional highways.
• Battery & Range: A 74.7 kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides an official WLTP driving range of 488 km.
• Charging & Tech: DC fast-charging speeds of up to 150 kW replenish the battery from 10% to 80% in approximately 30 minutes. For domestic or workplace charging, an upgraded 22 kW AC onboard charger allows full top-ups in just 3.5 hours on three-phase units.
• All-Road Confidence: Backed by 212 mm of ground clearance—among the highest for any road-going EV—and Toyota's X-Mode off-road traction software (featuring Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud modes), the Touring is built for outdoor Aussie lifestyles.

Salary packaging a Toyota bZ4X: How much can you save?

Packaging a Toyota bZ4X Touring through a novated lease is the most cost-effective and tax-efficient way to get behind the wheel in Australia.

Because the bZ4X Touring retails well below the Federal Government's fuel-efficient Luxury Car Tax (LCT) threshold ($91,661 for FY 2026/27), it qualifies for the Electric Car Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) Exemption.

Key novated lease benefits:

1. 1. Pre-Tax Deductions: Your lease finance repayments and all eligible running expenses—such as home and public charging, tyres, comprehensive insurance, servicing, and state registration—are deducted straight from your gross salary before income tax is calculated.
2. 2. Zero FBT Liability: Because the vehicle is completely exempt from Fringe Benefits Tax, you do not need to make after-tax contributions to offset tax liabilities, keeping your weekly take-home pay as high as possible.
3. 3. No GST on Purchase & Running Costs: You avoid paying GST on the upfront vehicle purchase price (up to the statutory limit) and save 10% on tyres, maintenance, and charging expenses.
4. 4. Toyota Reliability & Warranty: Toyota backs the bZ4X with an extensive 10-year battery warranty and capped-price servicing, keeping long-term maintenance costs predictable and low.

For everyday Australian drivers on typical suburban incomes, salary packaging a bZ4X can reduce annual vehicle running expenses by thousands of dollars compared to personal bank finance or standard dealership loans.

The Verdict

The Toyota bZ4X Touring is the definitive version of Toyota’s dedicated electric SUV. By pairing an extended, practical wagon cargo area with an exhilarating 280 kW dual-motor drivetrain and authentic all-road capability, it proves that zero-emission motoring does not mean staying confined to suburban asphalt.

Backed by Australia's largest service network and full FBT-exempt novated leasing savings, the bZ4X Touring is an outstanding choice for families ready to future-proof their garage.

Curious to see your exact weekly take-home pay impact and tax savings on a new Toyota bZ4X? Head over to our Novated Lease Calculator or get in touch with our team today.