Overview
- Suzuki unveiled the near‑production e Sky prototype on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026, giving a reference driving range of 310 km and publishing kei‑car dimensions and a 1,030 kg kerb weight.
- The company says the long range comes from weight reduction and high energy efficiency and fitted systems include a direct heat‑pump, air‑heated electric heater, Vehicle‑to‑Load output, and a 10.1‑inch touchscreen with range‑aware navigation.
- Suzuki has not confirmed battery capacity, motor output or final charging specs; independent reports cite a roughly 26 kWh lithium‑iron‑phosphate pack and 50 kW DC fast‑charge compatibility but those figures remain unverified.
- Suzuki plans to launch the e Sky in Japan before the end of the current fiscal year to March 2027 and expects to export the model to Europe and the UK in 2027, with UK coverage predicting a starting price below £20,000.
- The e Sky enters a rapidly growing electric minivehicle market where tight kei‑car size and power limits shape design and cost, and its efficiency focus could help Suzuki push petrol owners to EVs while meeting stricter sales rules in export markets.