Toyota, Suzuki, and Daihatsu have officially announced plans to launch fully electric Kei vans in the domestic market before the end of 2025, which is two years later than originally scheduled. The electric versions of the Toyota Pixis Van, Suzuki Every, and Daihatsu Hijet were first unveiled as concept vehicles during the G7 Summit in Hiroshima in 2023, which was initially the planned release year. However, the latest announcement does not provide any reasons for the delay but confirms that all three models are now on track for an official launch within this year.

All three electric vans share the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) platform, meaning they are fundamentally the same vehicles, differing only in brand logos and exterior badging. Visually, they are nearly identical to the internal combustion engine (ICE) versions, except for the charging port on the front bumper and the absence of an exhaust pipe. All three models will be manufactured by Daihatsu and powered by a jointly developed BEV system, which combines Suzuki and Daihatsu's expertise in small car development with Toyota's electric vehicle technology.

Performance details have not been fully disclosed yet. Although the electric motor's output and battery capacity remain unspecified, the manufacturers claim the EVs will offer an estimated range of about 200 kilometers per charge. For comparison, current gasoline-powered models come equipped with a 660cc engine that produces 46 horsepower in naturally aspirated form and 63 horsepower in turbocharged form. It is still unclear whether the electric versions will offer more power or match the same cargo-hauling capabilities as their ICE counterparts.