Suzuki unveils e Sky EV with 310 km range, Europe launch set for 2027
Following the debut of the BYD Racco, Japan’s electric kei car segment continues to grow with the arrival of a new contender, the Suzuki e Sky.
The e Sky is the production version that retains most of the design elements seen on the Vision e‑Sky concept.
Suzuki will begin selling the e Sky in Japan this autumn, and interestingly, the model is also slated for launch in Europe and the UK in 2027.
Specifications
According to Suzuki, the e Sky was developed to help owners transition from ICE vehicles to EVs. As such, its dimensions closely follow current kei car requirements.
The e Sky measures 3,395 mm in length, 1,475 mm in width, 1,625 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,460 mm.
Built on the Heartect e platform, the e Sky uses a front e‑Axle that integrates the motor, inverter and gearbox. Official output figures have yet to be announced.
Battery & Charging
This electric kei car is equipped with a 26 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, delivering a driving range of up to 310 km.
This impressive figure is partly due to its lightweight construction, with the e Sky tipping the scales at just 1,030 kg.
For comparison, the BYD Racco with a larger 35.84 kWh battery offers only a 10 km advantage over the e Sky.
Using a standard household outlet, a full charge takes eight hours, or 4.5 hours with a 6 kW wallbox. DC fast charging at 50 kW brings the battery from low to 80% in just 25 minutes.
The e Sky also supports Vehicle‑to‑Home (V2H) and Vehicle‑to‑Load (V2L) functions via a 100v/1500W AC outlet.
Equipment
The exterior design of the e Sky remains close to the Vision e‑Sky concept. For production, it receives larger LED headlamp housings, conventional side mirrors, a simplified grille, smaller wheels and traditional door handles.
The bumper features a single cooling air intake, while the rear incorporates a floating‑roof design, larger LED taillights and body‑coloured bumper cladding.
Inside, the cabin is equipped with a 10.1‑inch infotainment display, a digital instrument cluster, a traditional gear selector and a dedicated climate control panel.
Other features include a practical passenger‑side dashboard tray, heated seats and steering wheel, and an electric heater that particularly useful during Japan’s winter season.
Rivals
Beyond the BYD Racco, the Suzuki e Sky will compete against other electric kei cars such as the Honda N‑One e:, Mitsubishi eK X EV and Nissan Sakura EV.
