Kei Car BYD Is Starting To Show Off Ahead Of Its Launch In Japan

First look of K-Car BYD without camouflage. (Photo: Carnewschina)

JAKARTA BYD has again attracted attention with the appearance of his new car, K-Car, which was caught on camera without camouflage ahead of his official debut at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 on October 30. Now the appearance is even clearer.

This tiny car appears with a simple but modern design. It appears in white with a black B pole that creates the impression of a floating roof. K-Car is also equipped with a gray aluminum rim with a multi-spoke type.

Then use the sliding door at the back, which is a characteristic of practical urban vehicles that are the main attraction in Japan. According to information circulating, K-Car will be an entry-level electric vehicle.

Yang oleh BYD dirancang khusus untuk memenuhi regulasi mobil kecil Jepang atau kei-car. Regulasi ini menetapkan ukuran maksimal panjang 3,4 meter, lebar 1,48 meter, tinggi 2 meter, serta kapasitas mesin tidak lebih dari 670 cc.

Although it has not been fully disclosed, BYD K-Car is reportedly using an LFP battery with a capacity of about 20 kWh. Its cruising power is estimated to reach 180 kilometers based on WLTC testing standards.

Details about electric motors and driving systems are still kept secret until the official launch. In terms of price, the K-Car is expected to be priced at 2 million Japanese yen, placing the K-Car as one of the most affordable electric cars on the Japanese market.

"This will be the company's novice-level battery electric vehicle," said BYD's internal party, as reported by Carnewschina, Monday, October 27.

The kei-car market itself has a large portion in Japan. In 2024, vehicles in this segment control about 38 percent of the country's total car sales. With the entry of BYD K-Car, the Chinese manufacturer seems to want to challenge the dominance of domestic brands such as Daihatsu, Suzuki, and Honda, which have controlled the small car market.

However, BYD is still closing information meetings regarding complete specifications, including safety features and driver assistance technology. All new details will be officially announced during the exhibition in Japan.