Buy the Right Kei Truck. Register It Legally. Skip the Headaches.
Laws vary wildly. Importers vary even more. We've done the research so you don't have to: verified legality guides for all 50 states, honest model comparisons, and dealers we actually trust.
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$5K–$15K
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Which Kei Truck Is Right for You?
Farm work, off road, daily driver, or just hauling stuff. There's a model for every job. Here's how they stack up.
#1 most popularSuzuki Carry: Complete Guide
1969-Present
$5,000 - $15,000
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#2 most popularHonda Acty: Complete Guide
1977-2021
$6,000 - $18,000
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#3 most popularDaihatsu Hijet: Complete Guide
1960-Present
$5,500 - $16,000
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Subaru Sambar: Complete Guide
1961-Present
$6,000 - $18,000
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Mitsubishi Minicab: Complete Guide
1966-Present
$5,000 - $14,000
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Mazda Scrum: Complete Guide
1989-Present
$5,000 - $12,000
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Nissan Clipper: Complete Guide
2003-Present
$6,000 - $14,000
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Toyota Pixis Truck: Complete Guide
2011-Present
Not Yet Importable
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Suzuki Every: Complete Guide
1982-Present
$4,000 - $8,000
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Honda Vamos: Complete Guide
1999-2018
$6,000 - $12,000
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Daihatsu Atrai: Complete Guide
1981-Present
$5,000 - $10,000
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Honda Beat: Complete Guide to the PP1 Kei Roadster
1991-1996
$6,000 - $20,000
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Suzuki Cappuccino: Complete Guide to the EA11R and EA21R
1991-1998
$6,000 - $25,000
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Autozam AZ-1: Complete Guide to the Gullwing Kei Supercar
1992-1995
$20,000 - $40,000
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Mitsubishi Pajero Mini: Complete Guide to the Kei SUV
1994-2012
$4,000 - $10,000
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Suzuki Jimny: Complete Guide to the Kei 4x4 Legend
1970-Present
$7,000 - $25,000
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Daihatsu Copen: Complete Guide to Japan's Tiny Convertible Sports Car
2002-present
$8,000 - $25,000
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Honda S660: Complete Guide to Honda's Mid Engine Kei Roadster
2015-2022
$25,000 - $55,000 (grey market)
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Suzuki Alto Works: Complete Guide to Japan's Kei Hot Hatch Legend
1987-2000
$5,000 - $18,000
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Subaru Vivio RX-R: Complete Guide to the Supercharged Kei Rally Legend
1992-1998
$4,000 - $12,000
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Daihatsu Midget II: Complete Guide to the Single Seat Micro Truck
1996-2001
$8,000 - $25,000
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Honda N-Van: Complete Guide to Honda's Modern Kei Workhorse
2018-present
$15,000 - $30,000 (Japan new) / Not yet importable
View specs →Three Steps to Your First Kei Truck
You don't need to become an import expert. Just follow the path.
Check Your State
Confirm kei trucks are legal where you live. We cover all 50 states with verified, up to date registration rules.
Get Started →2Pick Your Truck
Compare models side by side. Every spec, common issue, and price range laid out so you know exactly what you're getting.
Get Started →3Find Your Truck
Browse kei trucks for sale from verified dealers. Real prices, real photos, and every spec you need to pull the trigger.
Get Started →Is It Legal in Your State?
Laws change fast. Some states are banning kei trucks that were legal last year. Find out where yours stands before you buy.
Guides That Save You Time and Money
Virginia HB219 Continued: The Kei Truck Bill That Got Punted in Subcommittee
Virginia HB219 would have given kei truck owners highway access up to 55 mph, set up DMV licensing, and protected dealers from federal safety liability. The Transportation subcommittee punted it to next session. Here is what the bill said and where Virginia owners stand now.
Massachusetts Kei Trucks: Why H.4053 Could Lock In the 2024 Win
Massachusetts banned kei trucks in June 2024, then reversed itself three months later. The win came from an RMV policy memo, not a law, which means it can be undone the same way. H.4053 would turn that fragile reversal into permanent statute. Here is where it stands.
The 2026 Kei Truck Market at the Halfway Mark: What Changed and What's Coming
Five months into 2026 the kei truck world looks nothing like it did in January. Every Japanese maker refreshed, three more states moved on legalization, a tariff cloud rolled in, and 2001 trucks cleared the 25 year rule. Here is the May 2026 market reality and what to expect by year end.
Watch Before You Buy
Mitsubishi Minicab Full Build: The Underdog Kei Truck Buyers Keep Ignoring
WayBeforeTheFame
Most kei truck builds you see online are Carrys, Actys, and Hijets. The Mitsubishi Minicab gets ignored, which is why a fully modified one ends up listed for $4,000 with no takers. Here is why the underdog kei truck is both the best value play and the hardest platform to build on.
Honda Acty vs Suzuki Carry as a Build Platform: What Actually Changes
Wildflower Autoworks
Most Acty vs Carry comparisons stop at the spec sheet. The real differences show up when you start cutting fenders, sourcing steering wheel hubs, and dropping a body kit on. Here is what changes when you treat these kei trucks as build platforms.
Why Smart Buyers Are Choosing Kei Trucks
Half the Price of a Used Tacoma
Quality 4WD trucks starting under $5,000. A fraction of what you'd pay for a used pickup.
Learn More →Goes Where Full-Size Trucks Can't
4WD with low range, 770lb payload, fits through any gate. Narrow trails, tight barns, steep grades.
Learn More →Fix It Yourself with Basic Tools
No computers, no subscriptions, no $200 dealer diagnostics. Simple engines you can actually work on.
Learn More →Never Miss a Law Change or Deal Alert
State laws are changing fast. Get weekly updates on law changes, new models hitting the 25-year mark, and price drops from verified dealers.
Buy from a Dealer You Can Trust
Every dealer in our directory has been vetted. No scammy importers, no ghost inventory, no surprises.