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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 (51–60)

La GrangeZZ Top

ZZ Top – La Grange

La GrangeZZ Top

A track about prostitutes in Texas.

It was released in 1973 by the American rock group ZZ Top.

It is also known for having been used in a Mitsubishi commercial, which led to a copyright infringement lawsuit by the band, who claimed they had not granted permission for its use.

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Mitsubishi Motors Delica Mini “Delica Mini: Reliable Even in Winter” Version

younger boyKokudo Kaon

This commercial promotes the spacious interior and strong performance of the Mitsubishi Motors Delica Mini, even in winter.

The scene of it plowing through the snow is impressive, and the adorable moment when the mascot character responds, “Of course,” stands out.

Another highlight is the parody of the song ‘Toshishita no Otokonoko’ used in the ad—the upbeat melody conveys the Delica Mini’s compact, easy-to-handle qualities.

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Mitsubishi Motors eK Custom “Cool eK: Western” version

Original song

Nice commercial: Mitsubishi eK Custom, Takeru Satoh — “Cool eK” version / “Cool eK Western” version

When it comes to kei cars produced by Mitsubishi, the eK series comes to mind.

Among these easy-to-drive kei cars, the eK Custom is the one that pursues a cooler, more stylish look.

With the keyword “Kakko-eK,” the commercial features Takeru Sato dressed sharply in a suit showing off his dance moves—resulting in a very cool ad! The song used in the CM perfectly matches the image the manufacturer wants to promote for the car: it’s also cool and sophisticated.

It seems to be an original track written specifically for the commercial, and the crisp, sharp guitar sound is fantastic, isn’t it?

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Mitsubishi Motors eK X EV “First! A Reliable Technology Experience!” Edition

Original song

eK X EV “First! A Reliable Technology Experience!” Edition

In the eK X EV commercial titled “First, a Reliable Technology Experience,” an original piece featuring a striking piano is used.

The ad portrays people experiencing the performance of the eK X EV, and the music captures that sense of excitement and anticipation with a buoyant melody.

Pay special attention to the crisp, satisfying drum sound when the music briefly stops midway through the commercial and then starts up again.

It has an addictive quality that makes you want to listen over and over.

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[2026] Mitsubishi Motors commercial songs: A treasure trove of classic Western hits in their historic CM lineup (61–70)

Mitsubishi Motors Outlander PHEV “Aurora in Japan” version

Original song

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2017.11 TV commercial

This is a commercial for the OUTLANDER PHEV, a Mitsubishi SUV offered as a hybrid.

Equipped with a 100V AC outlet delivering up to 1500W, this feature is especially appealing to users because it’s built into an SUV designed for outdoor activities and adventures.

The commercial shows people enjoying the outdoors using this AC power, accompanied by a lively song that conveys a sense of excitement.

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Mitsubishi Motors eK Series “Ms. Karen’s eK” Version

Mary’s Lamb (parody lyrics)

[Mitsubishi eK Commercial] - Kei Car Edition MITSUBISHI JAPAN 'eK' TV Commercial

This commercial uses a parody of “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” a song every Japanese person sang as a child.

The ad, released in 2019, features Karen Takizawa, who works as a fashion model and TV personality.

The lyrics of “Mary Had a Little Lamb” were rewritten with her in mind, and I bet many viewers had their ears instantly caught.

The commercial shows a near-accident being averted by automatic braking, which makes it pretty suspenseful.

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