Five unique imported Japanese cars you've never heard of

In the world of automotive excellence, Japanese cars have long held a reputation for reliability, innovation, and sleek design. Buckle up as we embark on a journey to discover five unique imported Japanese cars that have quietly carved their niche in automotive history, offering a blend of cutting-edge technology, distinctive styling, and Japanese practicality.

The Toyota Porte is a mini MPV that features an electric-powered sliding door on the passenger side and a unique seat that pivots out. The passenger-side powered chair allows someone who has mobility issues an easy way to get in and out of the car.

The powered passenger door and chair extraction/insertion can be operated by the remote too.

This sporty hot hatch from Nissan may look vaguely familiar, as it shares some design and parts with the LEAF EV. If you like red, it is covered in highlights and uses the e-Power hybrid electric system.

Japan is famous for its Kei cars, with their restricted dimensions and engine size which allows owners to pay lower taxes and insurance rates as well as helping them squeeze into the small streets of Japan. The Mitsubishi eK is an icon of Japan and manages to squeeze in all the essentials of city driving into a fun box.

Are you sick of the same-sames nature of utes and want to stand out from the crowd? The Daihatsu Hi-Jet might be for you. The Hi-Jet is a kei truck and complies with the kei regulations of small engines and small dimensions, but is still able to get you where you need to go, eventually.

If you like the Honda Jazz but wish it had a large boot, thank the Honda Shuttle could be for you! It isn't every day you see a light hatch with a big boot but this Japanese special has just that.

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