Suzuki Alto Lapin HE33S
A retro-styled, rabbit-themed kei car designed for the fashionable city dweller.
- Power
- 52 bhp
- Top speed
- 87 mph
About the Suzuki Alto Lapin HE33S
The third-generation Suzuki Alto Lapin (HE33S) is a dedicated kei car that prioritises lifestyle and 'kawaii' aesthetics over raw performance. Built on the lightweight HE platform, it features a distinctive boxy silhouette with rounded edges, inspired by a lunch box, and an interior designed to resemble a modern living room with wood-effect textures and fabric upholstery. Powered by the R06A three-cylinder engine, it is engineered for maximum fuel efficiency and ease of use in tight urban environments. The model is particularly famous for its rabbit motifs (Lapin being French for rabbit) hidden throughout the car's design and digital interface.
Suzuki Alto Lapin HE33S specs
The Suzuki Alto Lapin HE33S produces 52 bhp (39 kW) and 63 Nm (46 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 87 mph (140 km/h).
| Make | Suzuki |
|---|---|
| Model | Alto Lapin |
| Generation | HE33S |
| Trim | 660 |
| Years | 2015–present |
| Type | JDM |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 0.66-litre inline-3 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 658 cc (0.7 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 52 bhp (39 kW) at 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 63 Nm (46 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 87 mph (140 km/h) |
| Transmission | CVT |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 680 kg (1,499 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 76 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Suzuki Alto Lapin HE33S rarity in CarSpot
The Suzuki Alto Lapin HE33S is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Suzuki Alto Lapin HE33S fun facts
- The car features a 'Lapin' rabbit mascot on the infotainment screen that greets the driver with seasonal messages and celebrates their birthday.
- The interior design was heavily influenced by female focus groups, resulting in a dashboard that looks like a wooden café table and a ceiling with a quilted pattern.
- Despite its small size, the HE33S generation achieved a significant weight reduction of 120kg over its predecessor through the use of high-tensile steel.