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.
- A roundup of Honda commercials: charming presentations that feel familiar, from kei cars to wagons
- Toyota commercial roundup: stylish ads that convey a sense of premium quality
- A compilation of Nissan commercials: cool ads that showcase their technological prowess.
- A roundup of Suzuki commercials: introducing catchy ads focused on kei cars!
- Subaru commercials roundup: ads highlighting their high safety performance
- Compilation of Daihatsu commercials: the cast and BGM are captivating too!
- Complete collection of car commercials and commercial songs. A comprehensive showcase of CM/ads and CM songs for domestic and foreign car brands.
- A roundup of Mercedes-Benz commercials. The refined presentation highlights the allure of their sophisticated cars.
- Mazda commercial roundup: compelling direction that conveys a premium image
- A roundup of Volkswagen commercials: the friendly, relatable presentation is the charm!
- A roundup of Mitsubishi Motors commercials: introducing ads that convey an active image!
- A roundup of BMW commercials, from cool ones to humorously staged spots.
- Compilation of TOYO TIRES commercials. Cool commercials from Toyo Tires.
Latest commercial songs (21–30)
HONDA WR-V “All together—could it get any better?” version
Set in an overseas supermarket, the commercial shows everyone tossing item after item into a giant shopping cart.
Just when you’re thinking, “Are they really going to buy that much and still fit it in the car?” it proudly shows that with the WR-V’s cargo capacity, there’s no problem at all! Overflowing with a fun, upbeat vibe, the ad features an original track by the two-man rap group SUSHIBOYS.
The song’s lively groove perfectly matches the commercial, and many viewers have probably been curious about the details of this track.
YARIS CROSS “CROSS for” Version
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.
HONDA VEZEL “e:HEV” Version
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.
Daihatsu Move Canbus Stripes “Like that” / “My mistake” / “I forgot” / “It suits you” / “Face and rear” / “Just as I thought”Sairi Ito
This commercial leaves an impression with its gentle mood, showing Sairi Ito riding in the Canvas Stripes.
In the “Kinda Like That,” “My Mistake,” “I Forgot,” and “It Suits You” versions, conversations unfold between her and the owner of the same car parked coincidentally next to hers, and the unique vibe between the two brings a soft chuckle.
Meanwhile, in the “Face and Butt” and “I Knew It” versions, the dialogue is between Ito and a friend who drives the same car, conveying a comfortable, no-pretenses relationship.
The BGM features Yorushika’s ‘Play Sick.’ Its relaxed tempo and Suis’s pure vocals resonate beautifully.
The title, meaning “playing sick,” adds another layer—reading the lyrics with that in mind makes their content feel even more dramatic.
PEUGEOT JAPAN ‘NEW 208 HYBRID’ Version
Behind a car parked on the shoulder, a moving shadow appears… It turns out to be the little human figures from the traffic lights.
The figures leap out from the red and then the green signals and slip into the car.
Maybe they liked the design and wanted to take it for a spin, because they zoom off through all sorts of places.
Getting tugged by the steering wheel, hiding, dancing—their every move is oddly adorable.
Thinking about how they’re supposed to always stay in the same spot, you can’t help but wonder if it’s okay for them to take a little break now and then.
Nissan Note e-Power “Girlfriend” Version
A Nissan NOTE e-Power commercial shows a girl who forgot something borrowing her boyfriend’s car to go pick it up.
The ad features stylish, Western-style music—but it’s actually an original song made just for the commercial.
A fresh, uplifting melody plays, perfectly matching the visuals of the car delivering a pleasant drive as it zips breezily along the coast and through the mountains.
The song even conveys how comfortable and light the ride feels, making it easy for women to drive as well.
Hearing how the track begins and ends within the CM really makes you curious about how the parts before and after unfold!
Nissan “Go for it, NISSAN: The Opening Act”Takuya Kimura
Up until now, when it came to Nissan commercials, Eikichi Yazawa had a strong association, but in August 2020 Takuya Kimura appeared.
In July 2020, Nissan refreshed its emblem and unveiled the new ARIYA electric vehicle—a commercial launched right at the dawn of a new era.
Nissan can be said to be in the midst of adversity, and having Takuya Kimura—who has faced various hardships—appear with the line, “Bring it on,” is genuinely cool and compelling.
The track by audioforce, which heightens the sense of rugged resolve, fits perfectly with the commercial’s situation and with Kimura’s monologue.