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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Models Compared
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Verified Dealers
$5K–$15K
Typical Price Range
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.
Suzuki Carry: Complete Guide
1969-Present
$5,000 - $15,000
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Honda Acty: Complete Guide
1977-2021
$6,000 - $18,000
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Daihatsu 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 Guide →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
Kei Truck EV Conversion: How to Go Electric for Under $20K
A complete guide to converting your kei truck from gas to electric. Motor options, battery choices, real build costs, range expectations, and the legal stuff nobody talks about.
Vermont's Mini Truck Day: Kei Trucks Take Over the Statehouse
A half dozen kei trucks lined the street outside the Vermont Statehouse on April 3 for Mini Truck Day. The event backed Senate Bill S.326, which would create a legal definition for kei vehicles and could take effect July 1, 2026.
Your Kei Truck Just Got Delivered: Here's What to Check First
The flatbed just pulled up with your kei truck on it. Before you drive it, register it, or even start planning mods, here's the delivery day checklist that protects your investment.
Watch Before You Buy
The Real Cost of a $2,000 Kei Truck vs an $80K F-150
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A viral video pits a $2,000 Japanese kei truck against an $80K Ford F-150. The headline is clickbait. The actual math is more interesting, and still makes the F-150 look absurd.
This 40 HP Time Attack Kei Truck Made Rob Dahm Forget Lamborghinis
Top Gear
Shawn Bassett of Attacking the Clock Racing took a 1990 Mitsubishi Minicab fish market truck, bolted on a massive wing and race suspension, and showed up on Top Gear's American Tuned. Rob Dahm's verdict: Lamborghinis are played out.
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.