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Suzuki Alto Lapin HE21S

2002 – 2008 — Japan

The Suzuki Lapin is a unique kei car produced exclusively for the Japanese market since 2002. Its five-door hatchback body design based on the Suzuki Alto kei car has garnered popularity, particularly among female buyers, due to its distinctive and boxy shape. The car's name, "Lapin," meaning "rabbit" in French, is reflected in its rabbit-head badges, adding to its charm. Originally manufactured solely by Suzuki, the Lapin was also made available in Japan through Mazda's Autozam stores under the name Mazda Spiano through an OEM agreement until 2008. While the Suzuki Lapin and Mazda Spiano are essentially the same vehicle, the Mazda version features some distinct styling differences, notably in the front end design. Key Points: - The Suzuki Lapin is a kei car produced by Suzuki exclusively for the Japanese market since 2002. - It is based on Suzuki's Alto kei car and features a distinctive five-door hatchback body design. - Popular among female buyers for its unique, boxy shape and rabbit-themed badges. - Marketed in Japan by Mazda as the Mazda Spiano through an OEM agreement until 2008. - The Mazda Spiano version has some styling variations, including a different front end. - Lapin, the car's name, comes from the French word for "rabbit", reflecting its cute and appealing design elements.