- Suzuki unveiled the e Sky prototype in Japan with a claimed range of 310 km.
- The e Sky is scheduled to go on sale in Japan within the current financial year ending March 2027.
- Suzuki plans to export the e Sky to Europe in 2027, with the UK and Italy under consideration.
- The e Sky is aimed particularly at customers who are not yet familiar with electric vehicles, differentiating it from competing products.
- The vehicle features a large display and is equipped with a power outlet, intended to improve convenience.
- The e Sky is expected to be produced at a plant southwest of Tokyo, with its world premiere scheduled for this autumn in Japan.
- The expected UK price for the e Sky is under £20,000, equivalent to less than €23,400.
Suzuki's e Sky, the company's first electric kei car, has been unveiled with a claimed range of 310 km, making it one of the longest ranges for a domestically produced kei EV.1
The vehicle measures 3,395 mm long, 1,475 mm wide, and 1,625 mm tall, with a kerb weight of 1,030 kg and a turning radius of 4.4 metres. The two-wheel-drive model achieves its range through weight reduction and high energy efficiency, featuring a direct heat-pump system to minimize cabin heating impact on driving range.
Inside, the e Sky is equipped with a 10.1-inch touchscreen and a digital instrument display, along with app-based connected navigation that helps users find charging points based on remaining range and traffic conditions.
The e Sky is set to go on sale in Japan within the current fiscal year ending March 2027, with exports to Europe planned for 2027. European markets under consideration include the United Kingdom and Italy, with an expected price under £20,000 (approximately €23,400). This marks a significant move for Suzuki, as it will be the first time the company exports a kei car almost unchanged from its Japanese model.
The e Sky is designed to appeal to customers unfamiliar with electric vehicles, aiming to provide a driving experience similar to conventional gasoline-powered cars.
The batteries are expected to be sourced from BYD, likely using LFP (lithium iron phosphate) cells, further enhancing the vehicle's efficiency and performance.
“The e Sky measures 3,395 mm long and weighs 1,030 kg, with a 10.1-inch touchscreen and V2L capability. Suzuki targets first-time EV buyers, and Nikkei Asia reports a UK price under £20,000, with batteries likely from BYD's LFP cells.”
RushLane
electrive.com
