In recent years, magnetic stickers that allow you to easily customize your car have become popular, not just the “Beginner’s Mark” and “Maple Leaf Mark.” However, we have also heard complaints such as, “I bought one, but it won’t stick on my car!” In fact, the number of cars that cannot accommodate magnetic stickers is increasing.
In this article, we will provide a list of car models that cannot be fitted with magnetic stickers and explain the reasons why. If you would like to affix a magnetic sticker to your car, please read this article.
Why are more and more cars unable to be fitted with magnets?
Until recently, most car bodies were made of steel. However, in recent years, in order to reduce weight and improve fuel efficiency, non-ferrous metals such as aluminum and resin have increasingly been used. Magnets do not stick to these materials, so magnetic stickers cannot be attached to them.
Specifically, there are three reasons:
- Aluminum body
- An increasing number of luxury and sports cars are using aluminum bodies. Aluminum has the advantage of being lightweight and highly rigid, but it has the disadvantage that magnets do not stick to it.
- Increase in plastic parts
- The number of exterior parts made of plastic, such as bumpers and door mirrors, is increasing. Plastic has the advantage of being lightweight and easy to process, but the disadvantage is that magnets do not stick to it.
- Use of composite materials
- In order to achieve both lighter weight and strength, an increasing number of car models are using composite materials that combine aluminum and resin. These materials may have some areas where magnets do not stick.
List of vehicles that are not compatible with magnetic stickers
Here we will introduce some typical car models by manufacturer that cannot have magnetic stickers attached.
| Manufacturer | Car model | Back door/trunk | Engine hood/bonnet | others |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota | Prius | 〇 | × | – |
| Roomy | × | 〇 | – | |
| MIRAI | 〇 | × | – | |
| Rise | × | 〇 | – | |
| Harrier | 〇 | × | – | |
| Corolla Sport | × | 〇 | – | |
| Century (sedan) |
〇 | × | – | |
| Crown <Sports> |
〇 | × | – | |
| Corolla Fielder | × | 〇 | – | |
| Crown (sedan) |
〇 | × | – | |
| Land Cruiser “250” | 〇 | × | – | |
| Corolla Touring |
× | 〇 | – | |
| Copen | × | × | – | |
| GR Yaris | × | × | Partial red frame can be pasted | |
| RAV4 | × | × | Back door panel cannot be attached | |
| GR86 | × | × | Back door panel cannot be attached | |
| GR Corolla | × | × | Back door panel cannot be attached | |
| bZ4X | × | × | Back door garnish cannot be attached | |
| Crown <Estate> |
× | × | Back door garnish cannot be attached | |
| Crown <Crossover> |
× | × | Back door panel cannot be attached | |
| Land Cruiser “300” | × | × | Back door panel cannot be attached | |
| Nissan | Fairlady Z (2008/12~, Z34 model) | × | × | Back door panel cannot be attached |
| X-Trail (2022/07~, T33 model) | × | × | Back door panel cannot be attached | |
| Aria (2022/01~ FE0 type) | × | × | Back door panel cannot be attached | |
| GT-R (2007/12~・R35 type) | × | × | Back door panel cannot be attached | |
| Skyline (2014/02-2022/09, HV37 type) (2014/06-, V37 type) | 〇 | × | – | |
| Subaru | Layback | 〇 | × | – |
| Impreza | 〇 | × | – | |
| Crosstrek | 〇 | × | – | |
| Solterra | 〇 | × | – | |
| Legacy Outback | 〇 | × | – | |
| Levorg | 〇 | × | – | |
| Forester | 〇 | × | – | |
| WRX S4 | 〇 | × | – | |
| SUBARU BRZ | 〇 | × | – | |
| Justy | × | 〇 | – | |
| Rex | × | 〇 | – | |
| Chiffon/Chiffon Custom/Chiffon Tri | × | 〇 | – | |
| Stella/Stella Custom | × | 〇 | – | |
| Preo Plus | × | 〇 | – | |
| Sambar Van | × | 〇 | – | |
| Sambar Truck | 〇 | △ | Can be attached to the cargo bed, and part of the front can be attached | |
| Daihatsu | Tanto | × | – | – |
| Move | × | 〇 | – | |
| Move Campus | × | 〇 | – | |
| Mira e:s | × | – | – |
What to do if you can’t stick the magnetic sticker
If you really want to put a magnetic sticker on something, consider the following measures.
- Find a place where the magnet will stick
- Depending on the car model, some parts of the body may contain iron. Check your owner’s manual or ask your dealer.
- Use a suction cup sticker
- If it’s a suction cup type sticker, you can stick it on glass or plastic parts.
- Use adhesive stickers
- Adhesive stickers can be used on any material as they are attached directly to the body. However, care must be taken when removing them as they may damage the paint.
- Apply the magnet compatible sheet
- By attaching a magnetic compatible sheet to the car body, magnets will be able to stick to it. However, the time and effort required to attach the sheet and the change in appearance can be a concern.
Precautions when applying magnetic stickers
When attaching magnetic stickers, please note the following points:
- It may come off while driving
- The magnetic sticker may come off when driving at high speeds or in strong winds. Check it frequently and remove it if necessary.
- May cause damage to the body
- If you leave the magnetic sticker on for a long time, it may leave marks on the body or cause the paint to peel off. Remove it regularly and clean the body.
- No illegal stickers
- Stickers that are contrary to public order and morals or that interfere with driving are prohibited by law.
summary
Magnetic stickers are a convenient item that allows you to easily customize your car, but in recent years, there are an increasing number of cars that cannot be fitted with them. If you want to put a magnetic sticker on your car, be sure to check in advance and take appropriate measures.
I hope this article will be helpful in your car life.


































