The 2024 Mitsubishi eK X (pronounced "eK Cross") is the coolest Kei car you can buy today. It takes the "Dynamic Shield" face of the Delica D:5 and Mitsubishi Outlander and shrinks it onto a tall-wagon body. The result is a car that looks tough, rugged, and premium. Jointly developed with Nissan (Nissan Dayz), it offers surprising space and tech in a tiny footprint.

All eK X models are mild hybrids:

• 660cc Turbo Hybrid (BR06 + SM21): 64 HP / 100 Nm. RECOMMENDED The "T" trim. The turbo provides the torque needed to climb hills, while the electric motor assists on takeoff.
• 660cc NA Hybrid: 52 HP. Fine for flat areas, but feels underpowered with 4 passengers.

• Digital Mirror: Many models come with a digital rear-view mirror, which uses a camera to see behind you even if the boot is piled high with cargo.
• Touch Panel Climate: The AC controls are sleek touch panels. The interior feels far more premium than a typical Alto or Mira, with two-tone leatherette options.

• Consumption: 22–25 km/l. The mild hybrid system makes it incredibly frugal.
• Service: Parts are shared with the Nissan Dayz. Routine maintenance is cheap. 15-inch tyres are standard.

City Warrior: It handles speed bumps better than older Kei cars due to a stiffer chassis. The "Grip Control" system (on 4WD models) helps on slippery mud. However, 155mm clearance means you should stick to the tarmac.

Features MI-PILOT (Mitsubishi Intelligent Pilot), which is essentially Nissan's ProPILOT. It includes lane keep assist and adaptive cruise control—rare features for a car in this price bracket.

The following prices represent the cost of buying a 2024 Mitsubishi eK X in Kenya. These prices reflect showroom asking prices in major towns including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret.

Who is this for? The trendsetter who wants a cheap-to-run car but refuses to drive a boring white box. Who is it NOT for? Highway warriors—despite the turbo, it is still a 660cc car.