Five manufacturers built the vast majority of kei trucks you will find in the US: Suzuki, Daihatsu, Subaru, Honda, and Mitsubishi. They look similar in a photo. They drive differently.
Suzuki Carry
The volume leader. Simple pushrod and later twin-cam 660cc engines, straightforward 4WD with a low range on many trims, and the widest parts availability of any kei truck in North America. If you want the least friction in ownership, the Carry is the safe default.
Daihatsu Hijet
Closest competitor to the Carry, and arguably the better-finished cab. Hijets show up in the widest range of factory body styles, including dump beds, firetrucks, and panel vans. Parts are readily available and many components overlap with Toyota-era Daihatsu supply.
Subaru Sambar
The enthusiast pick. Rear-mounted, rear-biased engine layout gives it a different feel from the cab-over competition, with supercharged variants available on some trims. Ride quality is the best of the group thanks to four-wheel independent suspension. Parts take slightly longer to source.
Honda Acty
Mid-mounted engine, revvy and smooth, with the sportiest road manners of the bunch. The Acty Attack trim adds a genuine low-range transfer case and locking rear diff, which makes it the strongest choice for steep or muddy ground.
Mitsubishi Minicab
Underrated workhorse. Robust drivetrain, easy to service, and commonly found with specialty upfits like cranes and dumps. Good value per dollar because the badge carries less of a premium.
Quick guidance
- Easiest ownership: Suzuki Carry
- Best variety of body types: Daihatsu Hijet
- Best ride and character: Subaru Sambar
- Best off-road: Honda Acty Attack
- Best value: Mitsubishi Minicab
See what we have in stock from each brand on the inventory page, or call (321) 359-3598 for a recommendation based on how you plan to use it.
Ready to buy? Browse our mini trucks for sale — every kei truck for sale ships for a flat $510 anywhere in the continental U.S.