2026 Toyota bZ3 Charging Cost Calculator
The Toyota bZ3 is a midsize electric sedan co-developed with BYD, featuring BYD's efficient Blade Battery and Toyota's Safety Sense technology.
MSRP
$35,900
EPA Range
320 mi
71.4 kWh battery
Annual Charging
$470
$0.04/mile
Annual Savings
$1,086
vs gas car
Calculate Your Toyota bZ3 Charging Cost
Customize your state, annual miles, gas price, and comparison MPG for personalized cost estimates.
Monthly Charging
$39.20
Annual Charging
$470
Cost Per Mile
$0.039
Annual Savings
$1,085
Toyota bZ3 vs Gas Car: Annual Fuel Cost
Annual Savings
$1,085
5-Year Savings
$5,426
MPG Equivalent
138 MPGe
Efficiency Gain
5.1x
Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gallon, 27 MPG gas car, 16¢/kWh electricity.
Toyota bZ3 Charging Options
Level 1 (120V)
51h
Standard outlet, full charge
6 miles/hour added
~1.4 kW charging power
Cost: $11.42 per full charge
Level 2 (240V)
9h
Home charger, full charge
31 miles/hour added
~7.7 kW charging power
Cost: $11.42 per full charge
Recommended for home use
DC Fast (150 kW)
30min
10% to 80% charge
10.2 miles/minute added
CCS connector
Cost: ~$28.56 per full charge
Toyota bZ3 Tax Credits & Incentives
Federal EV Tax Credit
The Toyota bZ3 is not currently eligible for the federal EV tax credit. Check state and local incentives for potential savings.
MSRP
$35,900
Tax Credit
$0
Effective Price
$35,900
Home Charger ROI for Toyota bZ3
Why Home Charging?
- ✓60-70% cheaper than DC fast charging
- ✓Charge overnight — wake up to a full battery
- ✓Off-peak rates can save an extra 20-40%
- ✓Better for battery longevity than frequent DC fast charging
2026 Toyota bZ3 Specifications
| Category | Midsize Sedan |
| MSRP | $35,900 |
| EPA Range | 320 miles |
| Battery | 71.4 kWh |
| Efficiency | 24.5 kWh/100 mi |
| MPGe | 138 MPGe |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| 0-60 mph | 6.8 sec |
| Seats | 5 |
| Cargo | 14 cu ft |
| Charging Port | CCS |
| DC Fast Charge Rate | 150 kW |
Key Features
Toyota bZ3 vs Competitors
| Vehicle | Range | MSRP | Efficiency | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota bZ3 | 320 mi | $35,900 | 24.5 kWh | $470 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 272 mi | $38,990 | 25.7 kWh | $493 |
| Volkswagen ID.3 | 260 mi | $36,900 | 32.5 kWh | $624 |
| Nissan LEAF | 149 mi | $28,140 | 29.5 kWh | $566 |
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How Much Does It Cost to Charge a 2026 Toyota bZ3?
The 2026 Toyota bZ3 is a midsize sedan with a 71.4 kWh battery pack providing an EPA-estimated range of 320 miles. At 16 cents/kWh, a full charge costs approximately $11.42. Driving 12,000 miles per year, the annual charging cost is approximately $470.
Compared to a gas vehicle averaging 27 MPG at $3.50 per gallon, the Toyota bZ3 saves $1,085 annually in fuel costs. Over 5 years, that adds up to $5,426 in savings. With a fuel efficiency equivalent of 138 MPGe, the Toyota bZ3 is approximately 5.1x more efficient than the average gas car.
Most Toyota bZ3 owners charge at home using a Level 2 (240V) charger, which takes approximately 9 hours for a full charge. For road trips, the Toyota bZ3 supports DC fast charging at up to 150 kW via its CCS port, adding approximately 10.2 miles of range per minute of charging.
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