Mitsubishi Delica D:5 records record sales after 19 years since debut

There is no doubt that Toyota's Alphard/Vellfire and Noah/Voxy are two major brands that boast overwhelming strength in the Japanese minivan market.

However, in the minivan world, there are some models that maintain high popularity on a different level from the top two. It's Mitsubishi's Delica D:5. Even though 19 years have passed since its debut, it not only maintains its high popularity, but also records record sales.

In terms of unit sales by brand name, 26,379 units were sold in fiscal 2025, setting a new record high, surpassing 2007 immediately after its debut. This is unusual for new car sales.

Why are Delica D:5 sales numbers increasing now? This is largely due to the continued support for its off-road performance and unique position as a full-fledged 4WD minivan, as well as the high level of maturity achieved through years of improvements.