Although the vehicle\u2019s name remains a mystery, it\u2019s likely a production version of the bZ Large concept shown in 2021. Patent images later surfaced online, leaving little to the imagination. The rear light bar teased by Toyota in late January closely matches the concept\u2019s design.<\/p>\n
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Expect the production model to feature traditional side mirrors and larger door handles. It could be an electric SUV roughly the size of the Highlander<\/a> when it goes on sale, possibly later this year, likely as a 2027 model year. A Subaru counterpart is also in the pipeline, continuing the brand\u2019s EV collaboration seen with the bZ\/Solterra and bZ Woodland\/Trailseeker twin pairings.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also worth remembering that in February 2024, Toyota announced plans to invest $1.3 billion in its Georgetown, Kentucky plant to build a three-row electric SUV. Fast-forward two years, and this teaser is likely our first real look at that vehicle. It\u2019s still too early to say whether it will be EV-only or arrive alongside a next-generation Highlander powered by combustion engines. Either way, the Grand Highlander should remain on sale, given how recently it debuted.<\/p>\n Whether it ends up being called the bZ Highlander or something entirely new remains to be seen, but a familiar name would make sense. We\u2019ll find out for sure on February 10.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n 7 <\/p>\n \n Source: Toyota <\/p>\n Motor1’s Take:\u00a0EV demand may be cooling in the United States, but Toyota\u2019s electric push continues. The newcomer is shaping up to be a credible rival to the Kia EV9<\/a> and Hyundai Ioniq 9, targeting large families ready to move on from internal combustion.<\/p>\n That said, if this somehow isn\u2019t a production-ready bZ Large, what else could it be? One alternative is the Land Cruiser Se concept<\/a> unveiled in 2023. However, that electric off-roader featured slightly different taillights, making the older bZ Large concept the far more likely candidate.<\/p>\n \n \t\tWe want your opinion!\n\t<\/p>\n What would you like to see on Motor1.com?<\/p>\n<\/p>\n