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Mitsubishi eK Space B11

2014 – 2019 — Japan

The Mitsubishi eK is a kei car series introduced by Mitsubishi Motors on October 11, 2001. The name "eK" stands for "excellent keijidōsha" or "excellent minicar," and is pronounced "ee kay," resembling the Japanese phrase for "good kei [car]." The eK lineup is based on the Minica model and has been a popular choice in Japan due to its compact size and fuel efficiency. In a collaboration with Nissan, Mitsubishi has provided 36,000 eK Wagons annually to Nissan since June 8, 2005, which are sold domestically as the Nissan Otti. The Otti was eventually replaced by the Nissan Dayz on June 6, 2013, with a transition period when both models were available until the Otti was discontinued on June 28, 2013. However, in April 2016, Mitsubishi faced a scandal when it admitted that its employees had manipulated fuel efficiency data for the eK Wagon, eK Space, Nissan Dayz, and Nissan Dayz Roox models. This revelation damaged Mitsubishi's reputation and raised concerns about the accuracy of their fuel efficiency claims. Key Points: 1. The Mitsubishi eK is a kei car series introduced in 2001, based on the Minica model. 2. The "eK" name stands for "excellent keijidōsha" and is pronounced "ee kay." 3. Mitsubishi collaborated