Overview
- Sales began on February 2 with Toyota’s Pixis Van BEV priced at ¥3.15 million, alongside Daihatsu’s e-Hijet Cargo at the same price and the e-Atrai starting at ¥3.47 million.
- The vehicles use a 36.6 kWh battery for an estimated 257 km WLTC range and a rear-mounted e-axle rated at 47 kW and 126 Nm.
- Cargo volume matches the gasoline versions with a maximum load rating of 350 kg, supported by BEV-specific chassis reinforcements on the DNGA platform.
- Charging reaches about 80% in 50 minutes on a 50 kW DC unit, takes roughly six hours at 6 kW AC, and includes 1,500 W external power plus Vehicle-to-Home capability as standard.
- Company targets are modest at launch, with Toyota aiming for about 50 units per month and Daihatsu about 300, while reports differ on production location between Daihatsu’s Oita and Nakatsu plants.