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[2026] Mitsubishi Motors' commercial songs: A treasure trove of classic Western hits from past ads

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In addition to its kei lineup, Mitsubishi Motors is also popular for SUVs like the Triton, Outlander PHEV, Eclipse Cross, and Delica D:5.

Among Mitsubishi Motors’ commercials, there are many that sparked conversation with people asking, “Whose song is that?”

Recently, beyond popular Japanese tracks and classic Western hits, many commercials have also featured original songs written specifically for the ads.

In this article, we’ll introduce the songs used in Mitsubishi Motors’ commercials.

So without further ado, let’s take a look at what kind of music has been featured in Mitsubishi Motors’ ads!

[2026] Mitsubishi Motors’ commercial songs: A treasure trove of classic Western hits in their historic CM lineup (21–30)

Mitsubishi Motors eK Wagon 2001

WomanJohn Lennon

WOMAN. (Ultimate Mix, 2020) – John Lennon (official music video HD)

WomanJohn Lennon

Mitsubishi eK Wagon (first generation) commercial

The song used in the 2001 eK Wagon commercial is a track from the 1980 album Double Fantasy that was later released as a single.

The year after its release, John Lennon passed away, and the song was issued as a single posthumously.

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Mitsubishi Motors Delica D:5 “Strong Bonds” Version

winding roadElefanto Kashimashi

Elephant Kashimashi “Winding Road”

winding roadElefanto Kashimashi

Mitsubishi Delica D:5 2011.10 TV commercial

The song featured in the commercial for Mitsubishi’s flagship minivan, the Delica D:5, is Elephant Kashimashi’s “Winding Road.” With its refreshing melody that’s perfect for a driving song, the track expresses the desire to walk your own path—true to yourself—no matter the road you take.

The title “Winding Road” literally means a road full of curves.

Even if the path you envision twists and turns, it’s okay as long as you carry the experience and knowledge you’ve gained, and above all, the fighting spirit that overflows within you.

It’s a song that makes you feel that way—a track that gives you the courage to face tomorrow.

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Mitsubishi Motors RVR “Parkour” Version

Original songJosh Atokinson

<Mitsubishi RVR> TV commercial “Parkour” version

This commercial features an original song written specifically for the ad by artist Josh Atkinson.

The CM highlights the RVR’s ability to zip freely through urban rough terrain like puddles and cobblestones, as well as unpaved mountain paths.

To express this “freedom to roam,” it collaborates with the activity of parkour.

The track has a cool, exhilarating sound that matches the visuals perfectly.

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Mitsubishi Motors Outlander PHEV “ELECTRIC & MORE” version

Original song

Outlander PHEV “ELECTRIC & MORE” 30 seconds 1080P HD

The slightly eerie melody used in the Outlander PHEV commercial is an original piece composed for the ad.

The sharp, string-based motif enhances the car’s cool, smart image.

The way the music unfolds piques your curiosity about how this feature-packed vehicle will deliver an exciting, heart-pounding drive.

It feels as if a drama crafted by the car itself is being showcased within the short commercial, drawing you in more and more!

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You Get What You GiveNew Radicals

New Radicals – You Get What You Give (Official Music Video)

You Get What You GiveNew Radicals

A track that sings about the importance of being yourself.

It was released in 1998 by the American alternative rock band New Radicals.

The music video was filmed in a New York shopping mall.

The track was used in a Mitsubishi television commercial in Australia.

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Days Go ByDirty Vegas

@OfficialDirtyVegas – Days Go By (2001)

Days Go ByDirty Vegas

A house track released in 2002 by the British electronic music band Dirty Vegas.

It reached No.

1 on the U.S.

charts and won a Grammy Award.

It was used in an Eclipse commercial.

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Mitsubishi Motors @earth “TECHNOLOGY Declaration” Version

You Raise Me UpCeltic Woman

Celtic Woman – You Raise Me Up (Live)

You Raise Me UpCeltic Woman

This song was used in a 2013 commercial for @earth TECHNOLOGY.

The original is by Secret Garden, but Celtic Woman’s cover is better known in Japan.

Shizuka Arakawa used this piece for her exhibition program at the Turin Olympics.

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