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The fastest Kei trucks, Vans & Cars 2026
Let's compare the fastest Kei trucks, Kei Vans and Kei cars that are at least 25 years old and legally roadworthy in the U.S.(varies by state). This includes both standard naturally aspirated options and the rarer turbo or supercharged models. Even though the Kei trucks, vans, and cars on this list have a higher top speed, the extra power is mostly used for faster acceleration, since speeds over 50 MPH can become unstable depending on conditions and the model.
Fastest Kei Truck & Van: Best Engine
88-00 Subaru Sambar & Dias
The Subaru Sambar & Dias has the Cover Four engine delivering the most naturally aspirated combined horsepower and torque. The Sambar & Dias can switch from 4WD to 2WD while in motion.
- 1994-2000: Naturally Aspirated: 45-47 HP, Top Speed: 68-71 MPH
- 1988-2000: Supercharged: 54-57 HP, Top Speed: 75-80 MPH
Fastest Kei Car: Mazda
1992-1994 Mazda AZ-1
The 92-94 Mazda AZ-1 is a mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive. It has a 657 cc turbocharged engine and weighs only 1,587 lb.
- 64 horsepower: Top Speed: 87 MPH with limiter.
Fastest Kei Truck & Van: Leg Room & N/A HP
94-00 Mitsubishi Minicab & Bravo
The 99-00 Mitsubishi Minicab and Bravo have the most legroom and the most naturally aspirated horsepower on this list.
- 1997-1999 VX Naturally Aspirated: 47-50 HP, Top Speed: 70-73 MPH
- 6th-gen 1999-2000 Naturally Aspirated: 47 HP, Top Speed: 71 MPH
- 1994 to 1999 Turbo: 58-64 HP, Top Speed: 75-80 MPH
Fastest Kei Car: Suzuki
91-98 Suzuki Cappuccino
The 91-98 Suzuki Cappuccino is a front-engined, RWD layout. It has a turbocharged 657cc engine and weighs 1,598 lbs.
- 63 horsepower: Top Speed: 87 MPH with limiter.
Fastest Kei Truck & Van: Most Common Turbo
90-00 Suzuki Carry & Every Turbo
The Suzuki Carry and Every from 1990 to 2000 featured the most common turbocharged kei truck and van engine that produced up to 60 HP.
- Turbo: 55-60 HP, Top Speed: 75-80 MPH
Fastest Kei Car: Honda
91-96 Honda Beat
The 91-96 Honda Beat is a mid-engined RWD Kei car convertible with a naturally aspirated 660cc engine, weighing 1,676 lbs.
- 63 horsepower: Top Speed: 87 MPH with limiter.





