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Compilation of car commercials: A comprehensive showcase of domestic and international automakers, regardless of brand

When you watch TV or browse the internet, you see car commercials all the time, don’t you? Not only domestic manufacturers but also overseas brands are actively producing ads.

Many of these car commercials are particular about their cast and background music, so you probably have at least one that left a lasting impression on you.

In this article, we’ll showcase a wide range of car commercials from both Japanese and international automakers, old and new.

Since the cast, music, and direction vary by model, enjoy spotting the differences as you watch.

Latest commercial songs (11–20)

SUZUKI Spacia Custom “Refinement and Birth” Chapter

Spacia Custom TV Commercial “Sophistication and Birth” Edition

A stylish commercial introducing the allure of the new Spacia Custom, titled “Refinement Is Born.” An original track by Fumitake Igarashi, which evokes an urban vibe, is used as the BGM and pairs perfectly with the Spacia Custom’s sophisticated atmosphere.

MAZDA AXELA “Be a driver.” edition

Mazda “Axela Be a driver Hybrid” D 20140701

Mazda is an automaker headquartered in Hiroshima Prefecture, and Tamio Okuda is also a singer-songwriter from Hiroshima, right? This song was specially written by Tamio Okuda—connected to Hiroshima—for a Mazda commercial.

It has that signature, pleasantly laid-back Tamio Okuda vibe and uplifting lyrics that feel incredibly comfortable and even refreshing.

The music video features Mazda’s sports car, the Roadster (MX-5), and tells the story of a crash-test dummy preparing for a collision test.

HONDA VEZEL “e:HEV” Version

[TV Commercial] VEZEL “e:HEV” Version (April 2021)

Singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze, whose unique charm and solid musicianship have won him widespread popularity.

Kirari is a track written specifically for Honda’s VEZEL commercial, a pop tune with a refreshing, lighthearted mood and wordplay that’s fun to the ear.

It has just the kind of cool vibe that suits cars and motorbikes perfectly! The flowing melody and Kaze’s airy vocals feel wonderful.

Of course the song’s atmosphere is great, but the dancing in the music video is also incredibly cool! Listening to this track makes you feel like you could glide right on through.

PEUGEOT “NEW PEUGEOT 5008 7-SEAT HYBRID” Version

NEW PEUGEOT 5008 7-SEAT HYBRID 15s​​

This is an introductory commercial for the 7-seater SUV, the 5008.

It shows the destination being set with an advanced navigation system and the car pulling out of the garage, while the girl sitting in the back seat is dressed like an astronaut.

The tagline reads, “A 7-seat SUV where dreams take flight,” portraying the car almost like a spaceship.

Beyond its stylish interior and exterior, it sparks excitement—“With this car, family outings might feel like an adventure.”

YARIS CROSS “CROSS for” Version

TOYOTA YARIS CROSS CM 'CROSS for' Version 15 Seconds

In the highly anticipated commercial for Toyota’s compact SUV, the Yaris Cross, the “CROSS for” version has been airing since September 2020.

The song featured in this ad is by Sakanaction.

When the commercial first began airing, the only information released was that Sakanaction was in charge of the music, sparking widespread curiosity about the details.

However, at the time, everything beyond the portion used in the CM was still in production, and even the title hadn’t been decided.

With the phrase “Kininari Dance,” which somehow gets stuck in your head, it’s a catchy and danceable track that’s quintessentially them.

Daihatsu Move Canbus “COLORING LIFE: Sea” Version

[Daihatsu Move Canbus CM] - 2020 Daihatsu Japan 'Move CANBUS' TV Commercial -

The BGM for Daihatsu Move Canbus “COLORING LIFE: Sea” is ‘Kimi wa Tennenshoku,’ sung by Sakura Fujiwara.

This song is a cover of Eiichi Ohtaki’s original, which was released in 1981.

It’s a classic that has since been covered by numerous artists.

It’s frustrating that you only get to hear a snippet in the commercial—you’re left wanting to hear the whole thing—and it leaves you with a refreshing feeling.

It’s a track that perfectly suits the ad’s vibe and even carries a touch of nostalgia.

Latest commercial songs (21–30)

HONDA FREED Motoki Omori

[FREED] TV Commercial (Web Version) “<Hug it tight! FREED> Flat Floor” 30 seconds (Winner of the 2024–2025 Japan Car of the Year)

This is a commercial for the Freed, which underwent a full model change in 2024, promoting its comfortable interior created by a flat floor design all the way to the third row.

The CM features Motoki Omori, the vocalist of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, which sparked major buzz among fans.

Their song “familie” is also used as the background music.

As the title suggests, the theme centers on family and love, and the car-themed lyrics tailored to the CM are particularly memorable.