Electric car.
The Shift to Electric Vehicles in Denmark
In 2024, Denmark is witnessing a rapid transition from gasoline and diesel to
electric vehicles (EVs). By June 2024, EV sales in Denmark reached an
impressive 9,941 units, marking a 57% increase compared to the same period
last year. This surge in EV adoption is complemented by a significant rise in
cars equipped with driver assistance systems, which are gradually moving
towards self-driving capabilities.
bZ4X AWD
This trend, along with personal experiences with a hybrid Toyota Yaris equipped with a full assistant package, has influenced the decision to purchase a Toyota bZ4X Executive AWD model 2025 with steer-by-wire (SbW) when it hits the Danish market in early 2025. The model is expected to feature two identical 80 kW motors and a 480 kg battery providing 64 kWh net and 71.4 kWh gross capacity. The difference acts as a buffer to prevent complete discharge, thus protecting the battery.
A sectional drawing of the bodywork shows the electric drivetrain and a
possible utilization of the trunk space.
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| The trunk offers convenient space and access for rolling walkers. |
Steer-by-Wire (SbW)
Toyota has successfully obtained approval for a vehicle equipped with
steer-by-wire (SbW), eliminating the traditional steering column, and branding
it as 'One Motion Grip.' The bZ4X and its sister model, the Lexus RZ 450e, are
set to be the first versions to feature this technology in the market.
According to Lexus Denmark's website, SbW will be available at the beginning
of 2025. While Toyota has not officially announced the launch date for the
Danish market, a dealer anticipates it will coincide with the Lexus
release. The other sister - or triplet - Subaru Solterra has received an
almost rectangular steering wheel, but without Steer-by-Wire (SbW).
Opdate: En ny Lexux RZ 550 Sport kommer i efteråret 2025 med SbW som standard og som option til high-end-udgaven af RZ500.
Opdate: En ny Lexux RZ 550 Sport kommer i efteråret 2025 med SbW som standard og som option til high-end-udgaven af RZ500.
Performance
With the BZ4X, Toyota has designed a crossover Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) that offers easy entry, comfortable driving characteristics, and a trunk capacity of 452 liters, meeting our needs. The choice of battery size and the entire drivetrain is also well-considered. With a net 64 kWh of energy available and a typical consumption of 0.2 kWh/km, one can expect a range of 320 km per charge – about half that of a comparable hybrid, but sufficient for our use. Toyota is developing more energy-dense batteries, but they will likely not be available until the 2028 model.
Toyota Charging Network. The bZ4X is equipped with a 3-phase 16A
charging system with a maximum of 43 kW and DC fast charging capabilities
ranging from 50 to 150 kW. The Toyota Charging Network is a service that
provides easy and convenient access to public charging infrastructure for
electric vehicles (EVs). With this network, Toyota customers can access
public charging stations from different operators using just one contract.
Charging Stations. There are currently over 57,000 public charging
stations supporting Level 2 and DC fast charging. Just pull up, plug in, and
charge up! Toyota bZ4X owners get one year of unlimited complimentary
charging at all EVgo-owned and operated public charging stations
nationwide.
DC Fast Charging (Level 3)These chargers provide rapid charging for longer trips. They're typically
found along highways and major routes. Toyota is working with ChargePoint
and EVgo (US only) to expand access to DC fast chargers.
Renewable Energy: Toyota offers the Clean Assist program, allowing eligible EV owners to offset their vehicle charging with
100% renewable energy, regardless of where they plug in.
eAxle.
The eAxle has been significantly downsized, including a built-in structure that incorporates an inverter into the transaxle, a downsized motor, and the shortened distance between the shafts by adopting an output shaft. The eAxle (1XM model e-Axle) to be mounted in the front of the vehicle has a reduced longitudinal length, and the one to be mounted in the rear (1YM model e-Axles) has a reduced height, helping expand the passenger and luggage compartment spaces.
✅ Forventede ADAS-systemer i 2026 Lexus RZ500 (facelift)
🧠 Lexus Safety System+ (opdateret version)
standard: Pre-Collision System (PCS)
Med fodgænger- og cyklistgenkendelseNu med forbedret vejkryds- og svingfunktion
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
Fuld hastighedsområde (stop-and-go)
Med Curve Speed Reduction
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
Holder bilen centreret i vognbanen
Opgraderet med forbedret sporing af vejstriber og vejkantslinjer
Lane Departure Alert (LDA)
Med aktiv styringsassistance
Road Sign Assist (RSA)
Læser fartgrænser og vejskilte, vises i instrumentering
Automatic High Beam (AHB) eller Adaptive High-beam System (AHS)
Afhængigt af udstyrsniveau
Hjælper med at undvige forhindringer ved lav hastighed
Proactive Driving Assist (PDA)
Nyere funktion, der automatisk letter styring og bremsning ift. fodgængere, sving og forankørende biler
Safe Exit Assist
Overvåger blind vinkel og advarer ved åbning af døre
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
🚘 Andre ADAS-funktioner (standard eller option):
Emergency Steering AssistHjælper med at undvige forhindringer ved lav hastighed
Proactive Driving Assist (PDA)
Nyere funktion, der automatisk letter styring og bremsning ift. fodgængere, sving og forankørende biler
Safe Exit Assist
Overvåger blind vinkel og advarer ved åbning af døre
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
Standard på højere udstyrsniveauer
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking (RCTAB)
Advarer og bremser for bagfrakommende ved bakning
Advanced Park / Remote Parking (option)
Automatisk parkering via kameraer og sensorer, evt. via app
🆕 Steer-by-Wire og One Motion Grip (OMG)
Bekræftet som standard på RZ550 SportSandsynligvis tilvalg på RZ500 i højeste udstyrsniveau (afhænger af DK-spek)
Links
Lexus Newsroom. Mar. 12, 2025.
Lexus Presents the World Premiere of the New "RZ"
Introducing Steer-by-Wire for Next-Generation Steering Feel, Enhancing the Driving Experience Link
Wikipedia.
Link.
Toyotas erstes eigenentwickeltes Elektroauto will die Konkurrenz mit üppiger Reichweite und großzügigen Garantien überholen. Link
Toyota Newsroom April 12, 2022. The Future is Now: Toyota Launches
All-New bZ4X SUV Battery-Electric Vehicle -
Link.
Toyota Europe Newsroom. 14 September 2023. Toyota’s advanced battery technology roadmap. Link
Electric Vehicle Knowledge Exchange (EVKX) EV-database. Toyota bZ4X
AWD description - Toyota bZ4X AWD
range & consumption
- Toyota bZ4X AWD
charging curve & performance - Toyota bZ4X AWD
specifications - Toyota bZ4X AWD
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reviews.
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