Honda N-Box & Suzuki Spacia - Kei car battle: Common problems and should you buy one? | ReDriven

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It's a battle of the Kei Cars! Believe it or not, these quirky-looking cars are some of the most popular vehicles in Japan. These grey imports are highly competitive with each other, so which one comes out on top? Subscribe Here! youtube.com/@ReDriven?sub_confirmation=1
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00:00 - Intro
00:27 - What is it?
05:01 - How's the interior?
14:13 - Tech, features & safety?
17:10 - What's it like to drive?
22:27 - Pricing, fuel use & warranty
24:02 - What goes wrong?
26:00 - Should you buy it?
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Get ready for a showdown in the world of Kei Cars! Yep, believe it or not, those quirky-looking rides, like the Suzuki Spacia, are some of the hottest wheels in Japan right now. If you're curious about the Suzuki Spacia, just check out its latest review; it turns heads with its unique features and style.
These are no ordinary cars; they're part of the JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) scene, and they're known for their fierce competition. Speaking of Honda, their NBOX is a reliable little beast, proving that Honda still knows how to make durable vehicles. So, which of these compact marvels is the winner? Well, you're gonna have to find out here, only on ReDriven! 🚗💨
So, which of these compact marvels is your winner? It's all about having fun on the road, no matter which one you choose!"
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@katzicael 6 месяцев назад

Kei cars like these, are better engineered and built than basically any merc, bmw or audi, and in 30 years it'll still be be running. TONS of keicars in New Zealand thanks to our Liberal grey import scene. I'd buy either of them. Try and get my hands on a Mugen N-Box hehe.

@Hanguanjun68 5 месяцев назад

Benz used to be reliable in 90s.. now all they make are crap like bmw

@claudespeed6810 5 месяцев назад

@@Hanguanjun68bmw mercs lambos are made for performance not econobox.

@Hanguanjun68 5 месяцев назад

@@claudespeed6810 i bought benz for luxury not for performance... i don't do racing i just want to get to point a to point b without getting engine problems and whatnot.. so bmws are crap for me and they fkin ugly now

@claudespeed6810 5 месяцев назад

@@Hanguanjun68 they are stupidly fast though. I picked up an used g80 m3, so far no problems and 2 cross country trips and weekend trips to the race track. I'd say it's pretty reliable.

@metricstormtrooper 5 месяцев назад

@@claudespeed6810my 7 series beemer was good but had shite reliability

@classicbikeenthusiast3595 6 месяцев назад

I recently purchased a 2019 Spacia Gear as a “temporary car” while my century was on its way from Japan to Sydney. Within 2 days, it was obvious we were going to keep both cars. The Spacia is the happiest little car we’ve ever owned. Everyone smiles when it’s around. My family love it. It’s incredibly practical, and fun in silly ways. I used to drive a 911, and this gets 10x more attention and questions that the Porsche. My kid has named it “Bob” and my wife, who gives exactly zero shits about cars, legitimately has grown attached to it. Buy one!

@VajsaCat 6 месяцев назад

У меня N-Box Slash 4WD и S660. Обе машины собирают на себя огромное внимание) И неизменные улыбки) Отлично управляются. Это самые любимые мои автомобили, даже после больших минивэнов.

@VMKAROUND365 6 месяцев назад

Do you find the car safe?

@Xunxunism 6 месяцев назад

Do you find walking safe, bicycling safe?@@VMKAROUND365

@yhakult 6 месяцев назад

Hows the ac in the summer?

@fen2danimations16 6 месяцев назад

@@VMKAROUND365yep

@babeyoulove1883 6 месяцев назад

Back in 2017 when I was in Sri Lanka, I had this Suzuki Spacia, and let me tell you, those things were a blast! Super fun, crazy reliable, and the best part - they didn't break the bank to run.

@UncleJoeLITE 6 месяцев назад

Look up Garu2.0, a Pakistani lad & mates with some sick little cars. pPus he's a lovely young bloke & they can do mad sh*t in Lahore.

@planestrainsdogsncars4336 6 месяцев назад

In 2017 in Sri Lanka ..everything broke...including the banks.

@jeckwong 6 месяцев назад

I own an N-Box in Sydney; great as a daily driver around the city. There's so much room in these that I ended up importing a bed frame/kit built specifically for the N-Box from Japan and go car camping every month or so. Just a tip that if anyone should import these keis that they should always get the turbo version, the difference between an NA and a turbo variant is literally day and night.

@gregh7457 6 месяцев назад

i've driven some underpowered slow 4 cylinder cars/trucks from japan in my time but i gotta say my 2013 nbox custom wagon is faster than those. i live in japan and purchased my nbox with 70,000 km for 6k usd. for them? I see so many nboxes on the japan mainland but here in okinawa they're less common. One thing i notice with kei cars here is that they like to flip over in crashes. we have roads that are paved with coral mixed into the road tar and when it rains it gets quite slppery and i see a lot of accients

@YoureNowOnTV 6 месяцев назад

I'd love a Kei car for camping. Do you have any advice on what to search for, for a bed frame/kit? (I need to get an idea if it would be practical for that task before I import a car)

@gerryreyes7007 6 месяцев назад

what is the fuel consumption like?

@YK_THRASHER 6 месяцев назад

@@gerryreyes700718km/L

@jeckwong 6 месяцев назад

@@YoureNowOnTV The frame I got was from MGR Customs in Japan; they make bed kits/frames for quite a few cars (not limited to keis). The good thing is the entire thing can be assembled in 10-15minutes, and requires no drilling or taking apart anything. Its very sturdy and fits perfectly around the interior edges, and comes with padding protection for the foot of the frame so it won't damage the car interior. The only down side is that importing the thing is quite expensive as its bulky and has a bit of weight to it (frame is all metal and boards are thick)

@iankusapali9266 6 месяцев назад

I honestly think this is my favorite video from you guys, I love how open minded you guys are, most people tash these things and don't realize how awesome these cars are, am honestly planning on buying one

@KrAUSerMike 6 месяцев назад

My wife is Japanese and she used to have Kei cars back in Japan. To be honest, some Kei cars are actually quite spacious and most of the ones I've been in have been really comfortable for long drives.

@ReDriven 6 месяцев назад

It's amazing how these Japanese cars are so well suited for the country, they especially have some really tiny garages!

@KrAUSerMike 6 месяцев назад

@@ReDriven Yeah some garages are tiny! The only thing though with Kei cars: they suck going up mountains. Which, Japan is like 60% mountainous. However, their highways have cut-outs for Kei cars to pull into so other cars can pass them. The Japanese are very patient like that, so I don't think our drivers would ever be as patient here.

@essemove 6 месяцев назад

I am Japanese and live in Japan. I would like to introduce some market data in Japan. I think that if you have an importer who is willing to supply parts in your home country of Australia, maintaining these cars will not be difficult for you. Top 10 sales in Japan in 2022 1 Honda N-BOX 202,197 units *K car 2 Toyota Yaris 168,557 units 3 Toyota Corolla 131,548 units 4 Nissan Note 110,113 units 5 Toyota Roomy 109,236 units 6 Daihatsu Tanto 107,810 units *K car 7 Suzuki Spacia 100,206 units *K car 8 Daihatsu Move 94,837 units *K car 9 Toyota Raize 83,620 units 10 Suzuki Wagon R 82,213 units *K car

@MasterYoshiCamps 6 месяцев назад

As a 6ft9 bloke I've always been obsessed with tiny cars so ide definitely buy one. The leg and head room alone is worth it, being comfortable, reliable and affordable just seals the deal imo 🎉

@SeaJayBelfast 6 месяцев назад

Mate, 6'8 here and I know how you feel! Absolutely love little cars. Most fun one I ever had was a Fiat 500 I rented in Spain. It had a sunroof which basically doubled as a second windscreen to see traffic lights.

@MasterYoshiCamps 6 месяцев назад

@@SeaJayBelfast haha 😂 thanks for your comment. Yeah I've had a Mercedes smart car, Daewoo matiz, Suzuki Alto, Nissan Micra, Mini Moke Daihatsu Terios and a Nissan cube since 1999. I'm also married to a 5ft woman so my obsession clearly expanded into new territory

@UncleJoeLITE 6 месяцев назад

Just do it. You'll love whatever you buy at the auction. Just stick to Grade 4.5 & >10yrs old. Imo. Happy driving!

@shot2x 6 месяцев назад

Where can you buy tho?

@MasterYoshiCamps 6 месяцев назад

@@shot2x if your in Australia you buy from a grey import car dealer but do your research on each dealer as some are horrendous.

@YoureNowOnTV 6 месяцев назад

I just came back from Japan after a 4 week vacation. The first thing I noticed when I got back here to Tasmania was all the huge cars on our roads. Why? Kei cars nail it ! We need to put pressure on Honda and Suzuki to import these so people can get off the SUV band wagon. SUV's your time is up, Kei cars, welcome to Australia!. I sat in the back of two Kei cars and the experience was awesome. I was smiling so much and laughing that my Japanese friends thought I was loopy. Again, Suzuki and Honda (And Subaru and all the other Kei car manufacutrers) BRING THESE TO AUSTRALIA !!!! PLEASE !!!!

@sportsonwheelss 3 месяца назад

" We need to put pressure on Honda and Suzuki to import these" ????. Maybe try to get your politicians not to block them from importing.

@YoureNowOnTV 3 месяца назад

@@sportsonwheelss It's an ecconomic not political issue as far as I understand here in Australia. Car manufacturers only want to sell what the market is buying the most of. Unfortunately they only sell a class of cars so the market has no choice. It's a locked out system unless a manufacturer decides to test the market by importing a different class of car.

@sportsonwheelss 3 месяца назад

interesting, so it is actually street-legal in Australia. Cool been for you guys. Here in the States, they are not street-legal. They are deemed to be unsafe. But if the Kei car is older than 25 yrs old, then it is street-legal. Go figure!!@@YoureNowOnTV

@sportsonwheelss 3 месяца назад

Why then your local dealership not importing them?@@YoureNowOnTV

@YoureNowOnTV 3 месяца назад

@@sportsonwheelss Because they probably don't perceive our market to be profitable enough to import them. I think the market is ready for a change. Too many people think an SUV is the answer here. We had a delayed introduction to that phenomenon from the USA but it wiped out small car sales in Australia around 10 years ago.

@kazu8864 3 месяца назад

N-Box has been the most selling car in Japan since its debut in 2011. It is affordable, super practical and cute! I owned a 2nd gen with a turbo charged engine and loved it so much!! I am happy to hear people around the world love them. Last year, Honda and Suzuki released thier 3rd gen N-Box and Spacia. Since spacious Kei-car class is so competitive, they became much more wonderful cars.

@wwpants 6 месяцев назад

I owned a Daihatsu Move from new when I lived in Japan. It was 660cc of course, however I managed to convince the missus we had to get the Turbo model. It was an absolutely fun car to own and as a keen driver it had enough performance to keep me happy. Lots of fun, super practical and great for narrow roads and parking was a breeze. If I needed a small runabout here in Melbourne I would definitely look into getting one of these cars!

@trevormorgan8423 6 месяцев назад

I don’t think I’ve seen Adam smile so much while driving a car!

@jsyjay 5 месяцев назад

I imported a Honda Stepwagon into the UK around a year ago and it is absolutely amazing. Compared to the VW equivalent it comes in at around a third of the price. We are not thinking of swapping the smaller car out for a N-Box we love the Stepwagon so much!

@ALFAGOMMA 6 месяцев назад

These type of Kei cars are so popular in Japan, they're just everywhere. I think the Honda N-van is the biggest selling model in the country. Great to see them being brought into Australia as grey imports.

@kk-sp7xn 4 месяца назад

not N-van but Nbox

@eefjuh5533 4 месяца назад

@@kk-sp7xnthere is a Honda N-VAN. I've seen it in Coupy Channel video's here on RU-vid.

@thang1011 6 месяцев назад

More JDM cars should be imported to Australia. They are better value for money compared to current overpriced used car market here.

@hiki_neat315 Месяц назад

I love Holden

@mattdebyl8806 6 месяцев назад

We used to have Kei cars in Australia. They sadly usually got panned by idiot journalists who couldn’t see the practicality and joy in them. They were ridiculously misunderstood. Had a few Mira TRXX builds and absolutely loved them. Some of the best vehicles I’ve ever experienced. Currently, only the Ignis and Jimny are close relatives to fully imported Kei cars here. Both are wider body than the actual Kei versions and have 1.2 and 1.5 NA engines respectively. Kei cars have always been a bit bonkers and I’m all for us fully embracing them! I LOVE your enthusiasm for them.

@fleurdewin7958 6 месяцев назад

Those old Mira are difficult to live with especially in manuals. The 3 pedals are too close to each other because foot well space is lacking, making guys with big feet susceptible to pressing 2 pedals at the same time unintentionally.

@bas4903 5 месяцев назад

Yes! I remember them. Mini vans can't remember the brand but they used to be popular. Along with mini motorbikes

@mattdebyl8806 5 месяцев назад

@@bas4903 mini motorbikes made a comeback and are awesome. But *mostly* got banned from sale here for ABS reasons. Suzuki have done tonnes of Kei cars over here in different classes. But we should be embracing more. Given rising density, people’s needs for cars and fuel costs. But we are very very slow on the uptake.

@dlewis9760 Месяц назад

"Journalists" covering the auto industry, if they work for outlets that rely on auto manufacturer advertising, are compromised. There's more money usually to be made in more expensive models. Banging the drum for vehicles not sold in the market or at the low end of the market doesn't make the automakers all that happy. Even if they sell that kind of vehicle. In the US, many auto "Journalists" don't even own cars. They get loaners from the makers. They will continue to get loaners from the makers as long as they keep the makers happy. Also, toss in model reveals. Many times at nice places with nice accommodations for a few days. With good food.

@Snake-ms7sj 6 месяцев назад

You could take small vehicles like this, upgrade them with a 1.0L engine and some more sound deadening and they would be usable to like 75% of the drivers in the world. No one really needs a daily driver car that can do over 160 kph to travel from point A to B.

@mpmpmppp 6 месяцев назад

1000ccクラスをお求めならSUZUKI:SOLIO1200cc、HONDA:FREED1500ccがあります。

@swecreations 6 месяцев назад

660cc with a turbo and a decent overdrive gear is already good enough imho. This car sits at under 3000rpm at highway speeds, that's plenty good enough. A more aerodynamic kei car would definitely fix the sound issue at highway speed, you don't even need more sound deadening (even if that would be a solution as well).

@vipvip-tf9rw 5 месяцев назад

@@swecreationsare you talking about honda s660?

@swecreations 5 месяцев назад

@@vipvip-tf9rw No just regular kei cars

@hebijirik 5 месяцев назад

I actually sort of own that. I have an Opel Agila which is just a Suzuki Wagon R+ that Opel licensed and changed basically just front grill and engine. And that Suzuki Wagon R+ I hear is based on some Kei car. It is a little bit wider and longer and has 1.0 or 1.2l engine. Mine is the 1.2 and it is a tiny rocket that takes all the stresses of narrow roads with incompetent SUV drivers on them or parking in a city and turns it into fun. I can't even cound how many times I had a bigger car behind me slam on the brakes because I comfortably went at speed through a gap they didn't want to risk or how many times several cars in front of me pass up on a possible parking spot as being too tight and I just drive into it nose first. My car is 22 years old and I have no idea what to replace it with when I eventually have to. There are no left-hand-drive Kei cars for us in Europe.

@blacktoothstavros2606 6 месяцев назад

I love freaking kei cars. When I worked for Daihatsu I got my mind blown by how good actual JDM micro cars are.

@blacktoothstavros2606 6 месяцев назад

Suzuki Hustler is the way I want to go

@Reddsoldier 6 месяцев назад

I still have no idea why the Japanese manufacturers don't import Kei vehicles into the UK officially. Our cramped congested roads and sky-high insurance costs are basically the ideal market for these cars to eat up the small car segment with their great feature for price ratio and heaps of character, versatility and variety. It's the same story with the big vans. Alphards and Elgrands are really popular here with large families and as private taxis. They're really missing a beat by not just converting the speedo to read in MPH, adding 5-10% to their reasonable prices and then shipping them here and having them in dealerships. Even past that, manufacturers with bases here could just make these cars locally and skip the cost/exchange rate nonsense.

@louierenault7344 9 дней назад

I think around the early kei car develooment the British were fsr ahead the small csr development curve(tho not on the level of italians) and the japanese simply did not see it as that And that some of the early kei cars had some british linings to them esp the morris linr

@timber8645 6 месяцев назад

Love this review, so interesting seeing these fresh grey imports and cars that no one else is reviewing. Well done

@tonymartin9938 6 месяцев назад

Yes. In Japan recently and saw how these make so much sense especially where a family has two vehicles. We need these now from Japanese makers.

@sunrisechaser7913 6 месяцев назад

Came here for the safety feature voiceover. Left feeling pleased. Keep it up guys! Love the videos 😊

@0990ftn 6 месяцев назад

Spacia’s interior (& exterior) is inspired by hard case carry-ons. Design theme is “Suitcase that carries both you and your luggage to adventure” which I think is neat

@wiegraf9009 4 месяца назад

I lived in Japan when the N-Box first launched and I always loved that series of car. The way the engine is installed in a low position to maximize interior space and driving comfort is awesome. These are also very practical family cars with NO piano black crap your kids will get dirty and everything made to be used!

@AbrahamArthemius 6 месяцев назад

Seriously, although i probably couldn't buy one (let alone find one), i always lusted over these Kei Cars. Ever since i sat inside a Daihatsu Tanto during a Local Car Show and experienced just how spacious it is and how nice it is to sit into it just lives rent free in my mind. They're practical, economical, and honestly will give you more "street cred" than some pompous SUV wannabes. They have such a unique look and it definitely will turn people's heads

@playedon78 6 месяцев назад

Revenge of the super-minis! Dudes will be trading their Raptors and Rams for these soon, yaaay. I think this is one of the best and most uplifting vids you guys have done! Congrats AK and Jim

@BarrelBros 6 месяцев назад

I bought a 2019 Spacia hybrid AWD with just under 30,000ks on it a few weeks ago and have done almost 2000kms in it in that time. I'm constantly surprised at just how good it is. It's my daily. It has replaced a large 4 door sedan and a Suzuki Carry van and does as good or better than both. I've taken it from Sydney to Gerringong NSW a couple of times and it went up steep Mount Ousley at the 80kph limit on cruise control without even trying. My only gripes are the cruise control can only be bumped up to 107kph at most which can be fun on the 110kph freeway in the mornings, and it does move around a bit in crosswinds being a tall lightweight box. Other than that it's actually a blast to drive and the power button actually works. I love the way it looks, the way it drives, I just love it! 10/10 would buy again.

@Citsym8 4 месяца назад

How's it go at motorway speeds, Is the engine absolutely buzzing?. Considering one of these but I currently do 2x 80km trips on the motorway per week and if it's terrible at 100km/h that's a deal breaker.

@laureus31 6 месяцев назад

Be warned, those tyre sizes are pretty hard to get in Australia. Sometimes it might be easier to use upsized aftermarket wheels.

@ReDriven 6 месяцев назад

Great call mate, we'll make sure to mention this on the next kei car vid. - AK

@UncleJoeLITE 6 месяцев назад

Yeah, especially the past few years. Bob J had 2x choices in 175/55 R15: Either Bridgestone or Yokos, both $250 ea. Be careful not to bugger up the handling with 17"ers, - these things are engineered pretty tight. 16s will get the look if the profile is right. Imo! Anyway, go get that dream! Cheers.

@tonypate9174 5 месяцев назад

@@UncleJoeLITE So that'll be like Tricia Takanawa in heels over tree inches then ?

@hellothere4342 6 месяцев назад

Absolutely hands to my heart. I was just looking at the Spacia in last week. I've just had enough of big cars and wanted something like the Spacia or the N-Box. Thanks mate.

@seandavie3672 6 месяцев назад

I'd absolutely buy one, especially if I lived in a bigger city. They have personality and practicality!! At mid 30k though, they are a bit expensive. Perhaps a slightly older model at the 20k price point...

@UncleJoeLITE 6 месяцев назад

Price variations between models in Keis are mad. I brought out my 2017 Suzuki Alto Turbo RS, 34km, Grade 4.5 for ~$23k, all done, go drive. Look at the insane prices of the Kei Jimny btw! Cheers & happy driving.

@eshk7281 6 месяцев назад

@@UncleJoeLITE damn thats expensive, they technically sell kei cars in india for like 5 grand

@Tanuki_03 6 месяцев назад

Been driving an N-box Custom Turbo since it dropped in 2011 and im waiting too take delivery of my 2024 N-box Custom turbo in afew weeks! Its a great little car and its exciting to see someone talking about it in English!

@jaisabai4155 Месяц назад

Just back from touring Japan and saw these little gems running around everywhere. Fantastic and sensible little things. And they look mean in black! Great review.

@viasomon5373 3 месяца назад

Thanks for the review Adam! Was on the fence about buying the N-Box, definitely going to pick one up now. Appreciate the content!

@Triple-N 6 месяцев назад

After seeing a Spacia in person in the city just the other day I think TBTL factor is 9.6. They look like shrunk vans that they look like a toy but looks cool.

@ireallyamaninja 2 месяца назад

I was comparing these two cars and just bought one--it was nice to hear a breakdown in English. I think it will be just what we need for navigating the narrow streets of Tokyo.

@ozbigfoot2769 6 месяцев назад

So stoked to see you back in a kei car after the alto works. look forward to seeing you in either a honda s660 or daihatsu copen gr. keep up the great work.

@theoassaly3092 6 месяцев назад

I’ve been wanting an N Box for ages this just added to it

@thecranchinator3573 6 месяцев назад

Love these grey import videos look like great cars

@UncleJoeLITE 6 месяцев назад

My Suzuki Alto Turbo RS should have been sold here. It's bloody brilliant if that helps! Cheers from Canberra!

@user-zp1vd6vb6n Месяц назад

Marcello Gandini's favorite car was the Suzuki Wagon R.

@CathodeRayNipplez 6 месяцев назад

These aren't random niche market at all. 🤣 Love this channel.

@johnkiprov7210 6 месяцев назад

These cars would handle 99.99% of my motoring needs.Just fabulous.Will start looking for one.

@Nexus6Variant 6 месяцев назад

My favourite car reviewer reviewing my favourite type of cars……bliss! Love love love this content guys…..soooo very cool and fun. Makes me want to move to Oz. Keep up the excellent, fun, friendly and inclusive car content. 🎉🎉🎉

@stanleychung88 4 месяца назад

Yes bought one. Honda N WGN. I think you guys unconsciously influenced me. Damn fun.

@davidbell8734 4 месяца назад

still miss Diahatsu in the uk cannot understand why we do not get these great little Japanese cars in the uk they look so great super informative fun revue thankyou

@keithnicole4681 5 месяцев назад

Omg! So awesome. Yes we just bought a brand new 2022 Daihatsui Atrai RS 4WD van. First one in Australia. So bloody fantastic!

@japanviewer 6 месяцев назад

A few years ago I visited the Suzuki Plaza in Hamamatsu, Japan. They had a Suzuki Spacia as a show model where you could actually sit in and even though I'm 1,9m tall, there was indeed room to spare for both my legs and head. I also really liked those electrically operated passenger sliding doors and the cargo space with the rear seats down was truly impressive. I'm really tempted to import one of those, but since I live in the Netherlands where we drive on the right, preparing it to pass MOT might require some work as the direction of the headlight beam needs to be adjusted.

@robcig 5 месяцев назад

Anyone notice the smile on his face. I’ve watched hundreds of these videos and ever seen you so happy.

@karlwilliams8208 6 месяцев назад

I’ve have a 2021 Suzuki Spacia Custom Hybrid for over a year now and absolutely love it, amazing vehicle. It’s true there are so shady companies in the grey market but after a comprehensive search I settled on Iron Chef Imports, they were fantastic. I love my K car 🚗

@Citsym8 5 месяцев назад

what RPM and noise levels are you getting at highway speeds?

@TommyWong925 6 месяцев назад

Great to see another Spacia Custom in Sydney. I drive a white one!😆

@ElYmmit 6 месяцев назад

I've been to Japan a few times and rented kei cars and loved them, i even had a 4WD option when I'm Hokkaido. I'd buy one, but they are probably a bit small than I require currently. The issue with grey imports is the reluctance mechanics have with working on them. I was looking into a Delica D5 when I came across your videos, the Vellfire one made me think your workshop might be interested but the response when I enquired was you avoid them where possible. Which is fine, but it left me questioning if buying a grey import was worth the trouble. Very tempting forbidden fruit.

@farhanyudaputra6422 6 месяцев назад

I love the inclusion of the japanese tv show styled segment

@danhernandez1185 5 месяцев назад

Love your review mate

@ronnyvandyk4244 2 месяца назад

Fantastic review

@thecraiglett1 4 месяца назад

My wife and I have a 2022 N-Box custom turbo in Sydney and it is hands down the most practical, fun car I've ever owned. EASILY keeps up with freeway traffic due to the torque of the turbo motor and costs $45 a fill with 400KM range. We imported it ourselves with 126KM on the clock for the same (landed and complied )cost of a base model Corolla. It does seem to upset the knuckle dragging bogan tradie demographic though but that's "Straya" for you....

@Vourn-75 8 дней назад

Wow... I'm blown away. Here in Kuching there is a few already on the road, it very expensive considering the engine capacity and it's size... between 125K to 138K all also from grey import, I'm personally never even test drive any of these not to mention ever sat inside it and check on all the interior. Watching this video and the detail introduction and survey on this car... Again, I'm blown away. The nimble engine capability, the surprisingly spacious interior, the features and etc... no wonder the price is expensive. If I have the money, I would buy both. Why? Coz it's just cute, unique, economical, practical and very low maintenance.... Wow!

@garyt6005 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for the review. Love these cars. Especially like the tanto. Im in japan right now and when I park next to one of these I cant help but spend a few moments to stare. When im back in sydney I feel bored with my model y.

@JB-cz4kw 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for a great video!!! I may be moving to Japan soon, and haven’t found any videos on its 4wd system! Not sure if your tests were, but with it being so light I wonder how they’d fare with snow/slushy/sandy/mud situations. Any opinions from you or anyone out there? Many Thanks!

@sarboo8446 6 месяцев назад

I’m 6’5 and would absolutely love one. JDM vans are sweet no matter the size

@davidporter2770 6 месяцев назад

What a brilliant show 😊. I would buy either like a shot. Perhaps the Suzuki. I love both. And I am 78.😊

@andrewdavidson665 6 месяцев назад

If dealers here were importing them and supporting them I would 100% go for it. Otherwise though, eh... I really don't fancy the hassle when something goes wrong.

@patriciayuen8541 4 месяца назад

For years we are being controlled by dealers specifing what cars we can buy and owe. Thanks to the importers who give us a wider choice. Of course there are drawbacks, at least we can try something else in life which we have only one, so take your pick. I bought a toyota alphard 8 years ago and have been using it daily for all purpose WHAT A VAN! I am now targeting this suzuki spacia which in my opinion wins in all areas , cf the small cars choice selling in Australia

@Lentilboots 26 дней назад

I've been in a Kei car (light vehicle) going on narrow track between rice paddies.. and in the city in Japan. I don't understand why us Aussies love massive SUVs when most people never actually go off-road.

@johnnybutler9484 6 месяцев назад

Mugen floor mats in the N Box, awesome.

@KimoKimochii 6 месяцев назад

i saw that too 😆

@keithnicole4681 5 месяцев назад

Omg! So awesome. Yes we just bought a brand new 2022 Daihatsui Atrai RS 4WD kei van. First one in Australia. So bloody fantastic!

@Vegesaurus7 6 месяцев назад

Yep would love one of these. Touch points are important. If you are using this everyday would it ruin you for cheaper interiors? I also really like the space and feeling of space in the VW beetle when I test drove that. I got that feeling when watching this video.

@symontabbenor2186 6 месяцев назад

I think this is the most enjoyable video you guys have put out. Just showing how 2 little Kei cars can be so good. And yes I would buy one, but not while I still have my Suzuki Jimny 🙂

@MyLifeAsLouis 6 месяцев назад

I'm a huge kcar fan and hopefully you can do more kcar reviews like the Daihatsu Taft, Daihatsu Thor and Toyota Tank in the future!

@tube-dude77 6 месяцев назад

Having been the proud owner of a Suzuki Alto 1.0 and a Honda Brio 1.2 sedan, i must say they are both FANTASTIC cars. Neither gave me a single day's problems in the 100k odd kms ive driven each. So i know the reliability of each brand. And with the south african fuel price now at ZAR26 per litre, these Kei cars would simply be awesome.

@chunkybeats79 6 месяцев назад

Love the video Adam and team, the biggest seller at the moment is the Nissan Sakura all electric kei car. That is one looker and it has very good range for what it is 150k i think. Cool little cars

@HabuTaizan 6 месяцев назад

I have Mitsubish Outlander PHEV with 2.1ton weight. The Nissan Sakura weight 1.2 ton and both has the same 20kwh battery. Outlander runs only 70km and Sakura more than 150km. I think the Kei EV will be the most popular in Japan, instead of EV with more than 2ton will be exterminated.

@barrythomson8770 6 месяцев назад

With turbo and AWD and huge interior configurations , they are a no brainer . With Mitsubishi ,Nissan ,Suzuki, Honda versions ,innovation is paramount . Owned a Daihatsu Move for years, amazing vehicle, and i also looked into buying a New Tanto in metallic purple . Seriously ,i once bought a new lazyboy in the box, wouldn't fit the Eclipse or my BF Fairlane , but fitted in the Move.

@tron520 6 месяцев назад

The Honda N-Box is the one I would go for, like the look of the N-Box Black+Style (White with the Black trim), want something different, had a grey import in the past, I just love the whole idea of how the Kei packaging , I am getting on a bit, but still young at heart, want small, easy to get into, auto, with creature comforts which is cheap to road and I will be camping in it as part of the fun aspect, this ticks a lot of Boxes for me (sorry about the pun lol) and I just love the look, Japan is also on my bucket list to.

@scottjames51 5 месяцев назад

Mate best review I have ever seen on these 2 Kei cars you certainly no your shit - i was going to import a Honda N box last week from the JP auctions but as I could not get a 4wd custom version in the 2 tone red and black at my price I ended up buying 2 Daihatsu Hijets but once these have landed in the UK in January I will 100% be buying both of these models , Great review, cheers..

@sarithgajanayake5155 Месяц назад

I owned a Suzuki Stingray back in Sri Lanka with the same drivetrain except for the exterior bits. Got it brand new as a gift from my parents. It had an issue with the belt adjuster, which indeed was a cheap fix too, the replacement of the part fixed it. Other than that pretty reliable, economical and practical in your day to day driving needs.

@rootyp 6 месяцев назад

I wish they’d offer something like this in the US. I’d love one.

@woohoo2491 4 месяца назад

Honda could (and should) do this in the USA. They could throw an N-Box type of body on top of the Honda Fit chassis and engine, kinda like how the Scion xB is just a Toyota Echo underneath. it might be slightly bigger than the real N-Box but it would still scratch that itch for those of us stateside.

@keiths314 4 месяца назад

Brilliant cars and a great review. I loved the Japanese voice over!

@1970sthrowback 6 месяцев назад

I need one of these ! I dont understand why theyre not sold in the UK? Our narrow roads, small parking spaces and expensive fuel theyd be ideal. To be honest do we really need more than these ? They do everything you need to and look cool as well.

@jeremywentworth1833 5 месяцев назад

We did get the Suzuki cappuccino Daihatsu Copen and another Daihatsu from Brand new..Theirs quite a few garages in the UK selling kei cars .

@oldtabrough1026 Месяц назад

Wow....I'm surprised how spacious the interior is. Honestly, u can't go wrong if u choose either Honda or Suzuki or even Toyota

@b4bluey 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for the Info Fella, and Yes yes yes I`m looking to buy one of those Suzuki`s

@danielhandika8767 4 месяца назад

from the outside I was like, ok, cool, but when you show the interior space I'm amazed

@tallslimguy 5 месяцев назад

Here in the UK I believe that there are only a couple of dozen Honda N Box cars on the road - The cost of getting a Kei car to England is so prohibitive 😢 £9,000 for a 7 year old model - I would love to own an N box - Great video presentation - thanks for posting 😎

@davidarter9670 6 месяцев назад

What absolute rippers of cars! In this day and age where people are struggling with the coast of living these would be terrific. Also they are FAR easier than a huge Ute in a shopping centre. Prior to this video I was completely unaware of these cars but you have piqued my interest and I certainly would consider one!

@danmccarthy4700 6 месяцев назад

I would absolutely buy either one of these. I've had a fascination with Kei cars since I was like 13 years old and read an article about them in Automobile Magazine (or Road and Track, I forget) that featured a photo of a Pajero Mini next to a full-sized Chevy Blazer, making it look laughably tiny. I envy you in Australia for being able to import these pretty much brand new because we have to wait 25 years to legally run one in the US. But that doesn't mean I haven't been perusing local classified ads for a Pajero Mini or Sambar van just for funsies. :) Oh and BTW I absolutely guffawed at Kevin Spacia.

@tassietony1226 6 месяцев назад

Yes I would buy one they look brilliant

@FloofyG 6 месяцев назад

Yes, yes, yes..... Yes I would 100% definitely buy one. They are absolutely perfect. I just wish they were available in South Africa

@cameronlesley2428 6 месяцев назад

The suzuki is the perfect vehicle for a drummer/ guitar player / film maker living in the hunter valley. I’m a bass player and I have a 2015 jimny and k van fit my double bass and a bass amp in. Suzuki are amazing

@philjameson292 5 месяцев назад

Best line "car companies, get your shit together". Spot on

@Byftpup 6 месяцев назад

Been looking at these for a while.. I have also being looking at the D5.. the Key cars appeal for their frugal nature and most likely aren't going to cost as much to run overall.. they are cute in real life, but I am looking at the D5 as it's got more space to cart things, can go camping for a night or two and would attract a better resale price. so yeah, I'd buy a Kei car!!

@EzzaLeo 6 месяцев назад

I never thought I could be sold on a key ... er I mean kei ... car econobox, but dayum you've done a good job of it.

@ReDriven 6 месяцев назад

Mate I went into this not expecting much and both blew me away. - AK

@philipbatty 6 месяцев назад

I'd love one. Perfect family car

@prad6543 3 месяца назад

Hi your correct on all points.The suzuki is a modern version of the original super carry van.I owned one in the 90s.I have owned some nice performance cars.But I have to say the carry van was the most fun and the most practical.

@lifewithjohnny9724 5 месяцев назад

Great review, one of the most enjoyable comparison videos I’ve ever seen. Keep up the good work.

@garagesa Месяц назад

I actually just bought an N Box custom. I was sold on the N Van, but how nice the inside of an n box is I just couldn’t pass it up as a practical family car. I live in Japan and they’re everywhere.

@topgearalwaysrock 6 месяцев назад

Hi! I drive a Suzuki Every turbo with 4AT. Absolutely amazing mid-engine rear wheel drive kei pocket rocket at 40mph! Revs till 7000rpm too!!

@thanussongprasart2568 4 месяца назад

I hope your video would start some traction for the manufacturers to bring these cars to Australian market

@bubbles4136 6 месяцев назад

Great video! You should do a review of the Honda S660, such a fun little car.

@timdangerfield5707 Месяц назад

I came here to say the same thing!

@xkeigo 6 месяцев назад

love it, i still have a kei car "Cappuccino" i am looking for a Spacia Gear now

@agostinocangelli 5 месяцев назад

Love this type of car like these

@salimovruslan3080 6 месяцев назад

thank you for video it amazing cars

@joewyatt2407 5 месяцев назад

Would love to see more of these in the UK. I’ve watched a number of RU-vid videos of people camping in them, small but very versatile. I’d happily have one!