Core Insights - BYD unveiled its lightweight electric vehicle prototype "RACCO" at the Japan Mobility Show, planning to launch it in the Japanese market by summer 2026, marking its first independently developed model for overseas markets [2] - The vehicle dimensions are 3395×1475×1800 mm, designed to accommodate four passengers, targeting the "super high roof" segment that holds over 50% of the Japanese lightweight vehicle market share [2] - The RACCO features front-wheel drive, lithium iron phosphate batteries, and dual sliding doors in the rear, differentiating it from competitors like Nissan's "Sakura" and Honda's "N-ONE e:" [2] - BYD plans to offer both standard and long-range versions of the vehicle, aimed at daily commuting and outdoor travel, with an expected price range of around 2 million yen [2] - The specific battery capacity and range have not yet been disclosed [2] - BYD's Japan President, Atsuki Tofukuji, noted the rapid growth in demand for lightweight electric vehicles amid Japan's aging population, emphasizing the need for models that meet local market characteristics and competitive pricing strategies [2] - Lightweight vehicles account for approximately 40% of new car sales in Japan, a segment traditionally challenging for foreign automakers to penetrate [2] - BYD's entry into the market is expected to intensify competition in the lightweight electric vehicle sector, currently dominated by Nissan's "Sakura" and Mitsubishi's "eK X EV" [2]