Kei truck models

Generation histories, chassis codes and engines for the five models that make up most of the export market.

The five main models

Suzuki Carry

Suzuki · since 1961

The highest-volume kei truck and the reference point for the class.

Daihatsu Hijet

Daihatsu · since 1960

The widest factory body-type catalogue in the class.

Honda Acty

Honda · since 1977

Mid-mounted engine beneath the bed — the mechanical outlier.

Subaru Sambar

Subaru · since 1961

Rear engine and four-wheel independent suspension until 2012.

Mitsubishi Minicab

Mitsubishi · since 1966

Mitsubishi's own design until 2014, a rebadged Carry after.

Badge engineering

Several nameplates are the same vehicle. A Mazda Scrum is a Suzuki Carry. A Toyota Pixis Truck is a Daihatsu Hijet. A Subaru Sambar built after 2012 is a Hijet, and a Mitsubishi Minicab built after 2014 is a Carry. When comparing listings, the chassis code is more informative than the badge.