Pros: Affordable pricing with decent number of features for the money; impressive fuel economy; reasonably absorbent ride for a subcompact car; close-quarters maneuverability
Cons: Extremely high noise levels, especially from engine; sluggish acceleration; touchy brake-pedal action; uninspired handling
CG Says: After its debut for 2014, Mitsubishi’s budget-grade subcompact 4-door hatchback gets a few minor updates for 2015. ES models get upgraded seat fabric and side view mirrors with turn indicators, and all Mirages now have a rear-mounted short-pole antenna and chrome accent trim on the dashboard. The Mirage has been on the market for a few years in several worldwide markets, mostly emerging ones such as Thailand. Incidentally, Mitsubishi exports U.S.-spec Mirages from that country. Mirage is larger than the Chevrolet Spark and Scion iQ, but smaller than the Ford Fiesta and Honda Fit. It is the only mass-market 4-door vehicle that is powered by a normally aspirated (no turbo or supercharger) 3-cylinder engine. Entry-level prices make Mirage an interesting proposition from a value standpoint, but its acceleration, cabin appointments, and overall dynamic refinement trail most subcompact competitors.
| Class | Subcompact Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door hatchback |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi |
| Nation of Manufacturer | Thailand |
| Base Prices | DE, manual: $12,995 DE, CVT: $14,095 ES, manual: $14,295 ES, CVT: $15,395 ES, CVT and Navigation: $16,295 |
| Base Engine 1.2-liter 3-cylinder |
| Horsepower 74 |
| Std. Transmission 5-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission continuously variable transmission |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 34-37 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 42-44 |
