Daihatsu Hijet Mini Truck for Sale — Complete Buyer’s Guide 2026

The Daihatsu Hijet mini truck is one of the most versatile and reliable kei trucks ever produced. If you’re searching for a Hijet mini truck for sale in the USA, Australia, or considering importing direct from Japan, this guide covers everything you need to know before buying.

What Is a Daihatsu Hijet Mini Truck?

The Daihatsu Hijet is a kei class (軽トラック) mini truck produced by Japan’s Daihatsu Motor Company — a subsidiary of Toyota. Hijet mini trucks have been in continuous production since 1960, making it one of the longest-running truck nameplates in history. In Japan, the Hijet competes directly with the Suzuki Carry and is one of the top-selling commercial vehicles in the country.

Daihatsu Hijet mini trucks are known for their exceptional reliability, low running costs, and ability to access terrain that full-size trucks simply cannot reach. A standard Hijet mini truck has a turning circle tighter than most compact cars, can carry 350kg in the cargo bed, and fits through farm gates, narrow lanes, and tight job-site access points with ease.

Daihatsu Hijet Mini Truck Models Available

Hijet Truck (Standard)

The standard Daihatsu Hijet mini truck features an open flatbed cargo area. Available in 2WD and 4WD configurations with 4-speed or 5-speed manual transmission. Most Hijet mini trucks for sale in Japan and the USA are this standard flatbed configuration — the workhorse of the kei truck world.

Hijet Jumbo

The Daihatsu Hijet Jumbo features a larger extended cab with significantly more headroom and legroom than the standard model. If you’re tall or plan to spend significant time in the cab, the Hijet Jumbo is the right Hijet mini truck to buy. New 2025 and 2024 Hijet Jumbo models are available from our Australia stock.

Hijet Dump

The Daihatsu Hijet dump mini truck features a hydraulic tipping cargo bed — either standard or PTO (Power Take-Off) operated. PTO dump Hijet mini trucks are powered directly by the engine and can dump even when the truck is stationary. These are the most popular Hijet mini trucks for sale among landscapers, farmers, and construction workers.

Hijet Firetruck

The rarest and most collectible of all Daihatsu Hijet mini trucks — authentic Japanese volunteer fire department kei trucks. These Hijet firetrucks come equipped with original Japanese fire department equipment and are sourced directly from retiring fire stations in Japan. A genuine collector’s piece that is also a fully functional 4WD Hijet mini truck.

Daihatsu Hijet Mini Truck Specifications

Specification	Details
Engine	660cc 3-Cylinder (EF-series)
Power Output	38-58 HP depending on year/spec
Transmission	4-speed or 5-speed manual; automatic on newer models
Drive	2WD or 4WD with Hi/Lo transfer case
Payload Capacity	350 kg (standard); 500 kg (some later models)
Fuel Economy	Approx. 40-50 MPG
Dimensions	3,395mm L × 1,475mm W × 1,765mm H

How Much Does a Daihatsu Hijet Mini Truck Cost?

The price of a Daihatsu Hijet mini truck for sale varies by age, condition, specification, and location:

• Japan stock Hijet mini trucks: $3,200–$5,500 USD (older models, direct import)
• USA stock Hijet mini trucks: $10,395–$12,095 USD (imported, titled, ready to deliver)
• Australia stock Hijet mini trucks: $13,822–$20,034 USD (new and near-new models)

Japan-sourced Hijet mini trucks offer the best value — our team handles the complete import process so you get a great truck at a Japan-direct price with full import documentation.

Are Daihatsu Hijet Mini Trucks Street Legal in the USA?

Hijet mini trucks are street legal in most US states. Laws vary by state — some allow Daihatsu Hijet mini trucks on all public roads, others restrict them to roads with speed limits of 35 MPH or below, or to off-road private property use. States including Texas, Montana, Idaho, Kansas, and many others have clear provisions allowing Hijet mini trucks on public roads.

Contact our team and we’ll advise on the current regulations in your specific state before you buy a Daihatsu Hijet mini truck for sale.

Buy a Daihatsu Hijet Mini Truck from JPM Mini Trucks

JPM Mini Trucks carries Daihatsu Hijet mini trucks for sale in Japan, the USA, and Australia. Every Hijet mini truck comes with:

• Full inspection report with photos
• Complete import documentation (Japan stock)
• US title (USA stock)
• Delivery to all 50 US states
• After-sale parts and support