Suzuki Alto Works HA21S / HA22S
Import a Suzuki Alto Works (HA21S / HA22S) from Japan, found at auction, scanned before it ships, and delivered with a report anyone can verify.
- Built in Japan
- 1994–2000
- Engine
- K6A or F6A 660 cc turbo three, front- or all-wheel drive
About the HA21S / HA22S
The fourth-generation Alto Works was built from November 1994 to September 1998, and the fifth generation from October 1998 until the Works name was dropped in December 2000. The RS/Z uses the K6A twin-cam turbo three with 64 PS and four-wheel disc brakes; the ie/s uses the single-cam F6A turbo.
It is a light kei hot hatch. The Works R of May 1995 was the competition model.
The May 1995 Works R was the competition version of the RS/Z. It had forged pistons, high-lift cams, a larger throttle, 260 cc injectors, its own ECU, an HT06 turbo and a bigger intercooler. Catalogue power stayed at the 64 PS kei limit, but torque rose to 11.0 kgm. The Works R was dropped with the October 1998 model, and all turbo Altos, Works included, ended in 2000.
- Power
- 64 PS at 6,500 rpm
- Torque
- 10.5 kgm at 3,500 rpm (RS/Z)
- Weight
- 650 kg (RS/Z, 5-speed, 2WD)
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual or 4-speed auto
- Drive
- Front-wheel or four-wheel drive
- Engine
- K6A 658 cc DOHC turbo three
Can an HA21S / HA22S come in?
Both countries count from the month on the build plate, so a car can become eligible part-way through a year. We check the plate on every car.
Quebec registers right-hand-drive cars only at 25 years. Every other province follows the federal 15-year rule.
US sourcing is planned for 2027, once a customs broker confirms the duty rate on Japanese classics. Enquiries are welcome now.
Which cars roll in next? See the 2027 US calendar and the 2027 Canada calendar.
What to look at on an HA21S / HA22S
The model-specific weak points we look for in the auction sheet, the photos and the scan.
Rust
Worth checking the sills and rear arches.
Timing chain
On K6A engines, worth listening for timing chain noise.
Boost
Worth checking the turbo and hoses for boost leaks.
Four-wheel drive
On four-wheel-drive cars, worth checking the viscous coupling and transfer case.
Modifications
Ask about any boost increase or engine work.
What we check on every HA21S / HA22S
The auction sheet, in full
Every line of the original Japanese sheet translated: repair marks, rust notes, interior score.
The build plate
The month of manufacture decides eligibility, so we read it off the car, not the registration.
Mileage against the records
Dash and ECU against the auction sheet and Japan's inspection history.
Flood and accident history
Checked before export, while a claim is still possible.
A full diagnostic scan
Every module read inside the auction's 5-day claim window, so a hidden fault goes back to the seller.
Underneath
Chassis rails, floors and suspension, where snow-country salt does its damage.
What landing one costs: see the worked examples; an enquiry gets you the figure for this car. New to auction sheets? Read how to read one.
What an HA21S / HA22S costs
Published figures with their source and date. Prices move with condition, mileage and grade; an enquiry gets auction results for the car you want.
| What | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alto Works built November 1994–September 1998, Carsensor average asking price Carsensor, Oct 2026 | about ¥0.87 million | Carsensor , Oct 2026 |
| Alto Works built October 1998–December 2000, Carsensor average asking price Carsensor, Oct 2026 | about ¥0.69 million | Carsensor , Oct 2026 |
Figures as published by each source; not offers from us. Landed cost in Canada adds shipping, duty, GST/HST and provincial fees.
HA21S / HA22S buyer questions
Is the Alto Works eligible?
Yes. These generations were built from November 1994 to December 2000, so every car is more than 25 years old and eligible in both the US and Canada. Some provinces and states restrict kei cars, so check local rules.
Which version should I buy?
The 1994–1998 RS/Z with the K6A twin-cam turbo and four-wheel discs is the usual choice. The Works R is the rare competition model. The 1998–2000 cars have variable valve timing and drive-by-wire throttle and cost less in Japan.
Are parts available?
The Alto Works was never sold in North America, so parts come from Japan. The K6A engine was used widely in Suzuki kei cars, which helps with engine parts, but trim and body panels are harder to find.
Want an HA21S / HA22S?
Tell us the grade, colour and budget. We reply with eligibility for your province or state and what these are fetching in Japan now, and contact you when sourcing opens.