"The updates we've made to this iteration of our purpose-built robotaxi continue to further distinguish [our vehicle experience] from anything else available today," says Chris Stoffel, director of robot industrial design and studio engineering at Zoox. "The simplicity of the elevated interior design does not demand a rider’s attention like so many of the features found in today’s passenger cars. Instead, riders can relax and enjoy the space as they are transported.

“By eliminating unnecessary driving controls, [we] created a symmetrical, spacious cabin that delivers safety and comfort levels not found in traditional cars,” claims Stoffel. “Carriage-style seating further distinguishes the vehicle, creating a social, face-to-face riding environment.”

The material and finish of the interior have been updated to a lighter color palette featuring monochrome aloe green seating and stone-grey flooring and trim. “The simplified, tonal color scheme creates a calmer, more inviting environment that aligns with our intentional approach to reduce visual distractions so riders can relax and enjoy the ride,” explains Stoffel.

“We’ve also made adjustments to the seating,” adds Stoffel. “Based on valuable feedback from our early riders, we’ve increased comfort by adding padding and ergonomic curves to both the seats and headrests. Rider-favorite features have also been refined, including a more vivid touchscreen, fluting on the charging pad for stability, and larger cupholders to keep beverages secure.”

At first glance, the exterior of the latest Zoox robotaxi looks similar to older models. However, it incorporates several subtle changes and updates.

“Our unique bidirectional reflectors rotate color to clearly distinguish the robotaxi’s front from its rear,” says Stoffel. “These have been refined and relocated for better visibility and integration into the vehicle exterior. We’ve also improved the door interface with a new speaker and microphone, and added additional two-way audio capabilities. These improvements ensure clearer communication to our riders and other road users.”