Toyota’s 2026 Models

Exciting New Lineup

Toyota is gearing up for an electrifying year ahead, with plans to introduce a slew of new, updated, and special edition models. From sporty to electrified rides, Toyota and its luxury arm, Lexus, have a rollicking lineup of 24 new models ready to hit showrooms. Among these are the already revealed 2026 GR Supra MkV Final Edition and the lively GR86 Yuzu Edition. Exciting as this may sound, these plans may hit a bump in the road due to potential auto import tariffs.

Special Editions

During a buzzing event at Toyota’s headquarters in Plano, Texas, some freshened-up favorites and new faces were unveiled. Here’s a sneak peek into a few standout editions:

• The 2026 Toyota Camry Night Shade Edition dazzles with its Midnight Black Metallic exterior, exclusive 19-inch wheels, and sharp gloss black badging.
• The 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback FX Special Edition channels a sporty legacy with a unique spoiler and larger wheels reminiscent of the 1987 model.
• The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross, both gas and hybrid versions, emerges with fresh paint options, new wheel designs, updated grilles, and enhanced digital displays.

Electrifying the Range

Toyota is charging forward with its electrification plans. With the Supra making its exit, the GR86 races as the sole model left without a hybrid or electric variant in Toyota’s US garage. Sales in the US for electrified models, including hybrids and EVs, have already shot up, and they’re expected to soar past 50% this year. This electrifying push is led by a tripling in EV offerings.

bZ Gets a New Look

The Toyota bZ4X gets a refreshed badge and a tech makeover in 2026 as simply the bZ. Sporting a new 14-inch digital display and dual wireless smartphone chargers, this electric crossover is bound to impress the tech-savvy. Its heart boasts two battery pack options: a 57.7 kWh offering up to 288 miles or a 74.7 kWh variant projecting 314 miles. Juice up using a public DC fast charger, and it’s ready to roll from 10% to 80% in roughly half an hour. An enhanced AWD version doles out a robust 338 horsepower, capable of sprinting from 0 to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds.

bZ Woodland

The back-to-nature bZ Woodland stands out with a station wagon flair alongside a spacious layout. This crossover comes with a 375-hp AWD drivetrain and the larger battery for about 260 miles of range. Adding extra comfort for out-of-town adventures are SofTex seating, a Multi-Terrain Monitor, and a 3,500-pound towing capacity.

Return of the C-HR

Reentering the scene is the 2026 Toyota C-HR, revamped as a larger, American-spec compact coupe-crossover. Its twin-motor AWD churns out a combined 338 hp, accelerating to sixty in a swift 5 seconds. The vehicle offers a solid 290-mile range thanks to a 74.7-kWh battery pack, maintaining that rapid 30-minute charge time.

Lexus IS

Lexus flexes its muscles with the unveiling of the 2025 IS500 Ultimate Edition. Limited to 500 units for the US market, this performance car packs a 5.0-liter engine delivering 472 hp and 395 lb-ft of torque. Coupled with features like 19-inch BBS wheels and Brembo brakes, it stands as a last hurrah for naturally aspirated luxury performance vehicles.

Lexus RZ

The 2026 Lexus RZ series sees a power surge, now available in three variants: RZ 350e, RZ 450e, and the thrilling 550e F-Sport delivering 402 hp. Embracing innovation, it introduces simulated engine sounds and manual shift paddles.

Lexus ES Redesign

Rounding off Toyota’s electrification roadmap is the elegant 2026 Lexus ES, offered for the first time with both hybrid and electric models. The ES350h offers all- and front-wheel-drive hybrid options while the ES 350e and 500e focus on electric power, promising up to 300 miles of range.

The bounty of new models showcases Toyota’s accelerating shift towards electrification while continuing to cater to performance and style aficionados. These innovative moves mark a significant leap into the future for both Toyota and Lexus.