Mitsubishi Mirage

Japan · 1985–2002, 2014–2024

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Mitsubishi Mirage

The Mitsubishi Mirage is a range of cars produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi from 1978 until 2003 and again from 2012 to 2024. The hatchback models produced between 1978 and 2003 were classified as subcompact cars, while the sedan and station wagon models, marketed prominently as the Mitsubishi Lancer, were the compact offerings. The liftback introduced in 1988 complemented the sedan as an additional compact offering, and the coupé of 1991 fitted in with the subcompact range. The last Mirage model is a subcompact hatchback and sedan and it replaced the Mitsubishi Colt sold between 2002 and 2012.

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Specs — 2024
ClassCompact Cars
Engine1.2L · 3-cyl
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
MPG36 city · 43 hwy
Annual Fuel Cost$1,650
5-Yr vs Avg New VehicleSave $3,250
Tailpipe CO₂227 g/mi
EPA Fuel Economy Score7/10
EPA GHG Score7/10

FuelEconomy.gov estimates cover one available configuration; other trims may differ. Costs assume 15,000 miles/year, 55% city driving and source fuel prices. Five-year savings compare with an average new vehicle (gasoline operation for dual-fuel vehicles). CO₂ is tailpipe only. EPA scores run from 1–10; higher is better.

NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall★★★★☆
Frontal Crash★★★★☆
Side Crash★★★★☆
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA

Engine
gasoline engine
Assembly
Laem Chabang
Preceded by
Mitsubishi Colt
Length
3,800 mm

Source: Wikidata (CC0)

4 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2024 model year.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1
STEERING
1
SUSPENSION
1
WHEELS
1
POWER TRAIN
1

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

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