Number of mini cars in use in Japan 2015-2024

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Alexandru Arba,
Jun 27, 2024
As of March 31, 2024, Japan counted around 23.23 million light motor passenger cars (kei cars), increasing compared to the previous year. The values were on an upward trend during the past decade.

Number of light motor passenger cars in use in Japan from 2015 to 2024 (in millions)

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Release date

April 2024

Region

Japan

Survey time period

2015 to 2024; as of March 31 of each year stated

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light motor passenger cars in possesion subject to inspection

Supplementary notes

The Road Transport Vehicle Law defines light motor vehicles (LMVs) built since October 2008 as three- or four-wheeled automobiles with an engine displacement of 660cc or smaller not exceeding 3.4m in length, 2m in height, and 1.48m in width. Older vehicles follow slightly different regulations concerning displacement and size.

Values have been rounded.

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