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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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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 listed by US dealers, with prices, photos, and specs for each one. Confirm availability with the dealer before you buy.
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.
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Guides That Save You Time and Money
Folofly FKT Electric Kei Truck: Specs and Price
A Kyoto startup with no factory just opened orders on the FKT, an electric kei truck with 140 miles of claimed range, a 350 kg payload, and a 100V outlet in the cab. Japan's big three didn't build it. Here's what it gets right, where the bed comes up short, and what it means for US buyers.
Vermont Kei Truck Law: The 130 Inch Cap That Leaves Out 1999 and Newer Trucks
Vermont's Act 153 defines a kei vehicle as 130 inches long or less. The Suzuki Carry and Honda Acty built from 1999 on are 133.7 inches. Here is what the statute says, where the number came from, and what to do before you buy.
Hijet Deck Van: The Kei Truck With a Back Seat
Most kei trucks seat two. The Daihatsu Hijet Deck Van seats four and still has a bed, as long as you do not ask much of the bed. Chassis codes, import eligibility by year, three 1990s recalls, and who should actually buy one.
Watch Before You Buy
Kei Truck vs Midsize Pickup vs F-150: Which Size?
ReDriven
ReDriven's new video weighs a kei truck, a dual cab and a full size pickup in Australia. Here are its eight chapter topics scored with US prices, payload, towing, and AAA's 2026 ownership costs.
Kei Truck Broke Down? Repair It or Buy Another?
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A kei truck lets go and the repair quote lands. Fix it or buy another? Real engine prices, AAA's 50 percent rule, and the one failure that should make you walk away.
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 kei truck buying news.
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