Toyota bZ3X RHD Launches in Hong Kong & Macau at HK$259,000

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Toyota has officially introduced the bZ3X electric SUV with right-hand drive (RHD) in Hong Kong and Macau, marking the first entry of this BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) model into the special administrative regions. The launch event took place on September 27 at Toyota’s main showroom in Kowloon Bay, highlighting Toyota’s commitment to expanding its EV portfolio beyond China.

Toyota bZ3X : Price Premium Compared to China

In Macau, the bZ3X RHD starts at HK$259,000 (≈1,223,700 THB). Hong Kong pricing has not yet been confirmed but is expected to be similar. In comparison, the nearest equivalent in China (520 Pro+) is priced at CNY 139,800 (≈829,500 THB), making the RHD model nearly 47% more expensive. This price difference reflects regional taxes, import duties, and the limited production scale of the RHD variant.

Powertrain and Performance

The Hong Kong and Macau version features a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor with:

• Maximum power: 150 kW
• Torque: 210 Nm
• 70.0 kWh LFP battery delivering up to 565 km range (NEDC)

Charging options include:

• AC charging up to 6.6 kW
• DC fast charging up to 90 kW
• V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) for external power supply

Dimensions and Exterior

• Length: 4,600 mm
• Width: 1,850 mm
• Height: 1,645 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,765 mm
• Curb weight: 1,835 kg
• Cargo volume: 427 liters
• Turning radius: 5.8 meters
• 19-inch alloy wheels with 225/45R19 tires

Suspension: MacPherson Strut front, torsion beam semi-independent rear. Front brakes are ventilated discs; rear brakes are solid discs.

Toyota bZ3X : Interior and Technology

The cabin comes with:

• 8.88-inch digital instrument cluster
• 14.6-inch central touchscreen integrating navigation, infotainment, and vehicle controls
• Wireless Apple CarPlay
• Voice control in English
• YAMAHA 11-speaker premium audio system
• Front seats: Electric adjustment, heated, ventilated, and cooled
• Rear seats: Recline 117–137°
• Dual-zone automatic climate control with PM2.5 air filter and rear vents
• 32-color ambient lighting
• Panoramic sunroof with electric sunshade
• 360-degree camera system

Toyota bZ3X differences from the Chinese Version

While the RHD bZ3X shares the 150 kW motor with China’s 520 Pro+, it uses a slightly larger 70.0 kWh battery (vs 58.4 kWh in China) and includes premium upgrades like YAMAHA audio and panoramic roof. However, it does not have the 165 kW motor or advanced Momenta Lidar-assisted driving found in the Chinese top-tier 610 Max.

Expansion to Right-Hand Drive Markets

This launch positions Toyota to bring its China-developed EV to RHD markets, including Japan, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and potentially Thailand. It marks a strategic step to grow Toyota’s global EV presence beyond China.

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