Used 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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I love my 2017 Mirage!
Janaka, Dunbar, WV, 05/16/2016
updated 11/17/2016
Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
71 of 73 people found this review helpful
Great little economical car that can't be beat for the price. I've been averaging 48mpg and have even reached 52mpg at times. It's not a luxury car but has everything I need. I mostly drive it in a mountainous area and find that braking and acceleration are plenty adequate. Don't listen to the professional reviews unless you are looking for a sports car. For an everyday driver, this car is perfect for me. Update: Still loving this car. 7,000 miles and just had first oil change. No complaints so far. Still getting great gas mileage. Averaging 46mpg with mixed driving and mountainous terrain. Yes, it can be a little slow to accelerate up hills but I've never had any issue in traffic.
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Retired mechanic loves the Mirage
gary greenwell, Chesapeake, VA, 01/18/2018
updated 07/20/2018
Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
23 of 23 people found this review helpful
I started working on cars in 1968, doing bodywork. Later I bought and ran a repair shop. Also built close to 200 salvage vehicles over a career that ended in 1999. I paid cash for the car, have carried no debt for 21 years now at age 67. I can afford to buy more expensive, the wife can afford to buy even more expensive. I bought the Mirage after researching the MPG capabilities especially those drivers who could reach 60 mpg in this car. The rear seat leg room is ample for my parents (96&92) to ride comfortably up to 50 miles each way without any problem. with my 6 feet in the drivers seat moved all the way back. Closing in on 3 years and 38,000 miles, the biggest problem was rear axle alignment which Mitsubishi finally fixed with a replacement rear axle. i had almost the same problem with a 2006 Corolla bought new which required a body shop to re position the rear axle mounts. The Mirage axle had camber and toe issues with the right rear wheel. Now I have a new set of Ensaves and a properly aligned rear axle and can really feel how well this car handles, with no modifications. I can go around the turn into my neighborhood coasting at 27 mph without any problem except the gasp from the wife if I tried to do that with her in the car. I have driven almost any car you could imagine including a DeTomaso Pantera, Ferraris, Jag XKEs. The Mirage is not one of those but with the alignment fixed it's completely capable of doing things on cloverleafs that would make you gasp and that is with stock suspension components. As far as resale value, I have no intention of selling my Mirage so resale won;t happen unless I become physically incapable of driving a manual transmission, at least until the warranty expires, by which time I will be 73+ years age. I actually bought another car to keep the miles down on the Mirage so it will be under warranty for the full 10 years, or at least close to that number. Still feel the same way as I did when I first posted this review.
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*****The little engine that could************
Matt Mclain, Escondido, CA, 11/08/2016
Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
I have a 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage 1.2 5 speed manual 74hp is good enough I'm going to tell you today at 65mph on the high way I got (59 MPG) put 1000 dollars down and walk out paying 12,000 for a NEW CAR with 2 miles on it 100,000 mile Warranty Love it too
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Great Value!
MB, Richland Center, WI, 03/15/2018
updated 03/24/2025
Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I paid $9299 for a brand new Mirage ES (manual) with added bluetooth/center armrest), & it was delivered to my driveway from a dealership that was over 200 miles (neighboring state) from my home. We did the paperwork on my kitchen table. "Out the door price" was $10,153.73 (including everything - tax, title, new WI plates, etc...) If I were a veteran or current Mitsubishi owner, I would have qualified for two more rebates. Originally, I was considering a slightly used Yaris, Fit, or Mazda2. None of those cars would have given me a 5-year/60,000 mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, 10-year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty, & an added lifetime/unlimited mileage dealership powertrain warranty. Plus, I have no worries about how my car has been taken care of from day one. It's amazing how far a 9.2 gallon tank of gas will take you. For a small car the Mirage handles nicely. It ability to absorb bumps and potholes is amazing. Strong winds do blow it around some, but otherwise it handles great! The 5 speed manual shifts smoothly, & it's fun to drive. 78 hp is plenty of power for a car this size. I like the fact that this car is a little outside the norm. Some professional auto reviewers are missing the purpose of this vehicle. It's a simple design/platform that gets the job done very efficiently. Compare the customer review ratings (KBB for example) of the top 10 selling cars in the US & the Mirage. People who own a Mirage are very happy with their purchase. Update: It' been almost 2 years of ownership & 28,000+ miles later, & I am still very happy with my Mirage. If you are looking for an affordable, reliable, & economical 4-door hatchback, the Mirage is a great choice to consider. Update to my update: 5-years of ownership now & over 70,000 miles. I have zero regrets in purchasing this car. It's been super reliable & very economical to drive. Sadly, the great deals on new ones have disappeared. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a used one with a 5-speed manual transmission. Update 2025 - Still enjoying my Mirage. I hope to drive it for 15-20 years!
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5 Stars across the board for me!
Dan F, Hoosick Falls, NY, 03/17/2018
Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I wanted a reliable, super fuel efficient, easy to drive and park car,with a great warranty and with low insurance. The Mirage has all of that and looks great too! It doesnt look like every other car on the road and its easy to find in any parking lot as long as you dont park it next to a pickup LOL This car turns on a dime. stops great, handles well enough to be fun,and loves to sneak around traffic! The engine sips gas and I love the 5 speed manual transmission too. The only things I dont like is the lack of a light in the glove box and the lack of an outside temp gauge, thats it! The room inside the back with the rear seats down is pretty damn big and the front seats for me are pretty damn comfy, Im 5 ft 8 and fit just right in this car! There is some truth in some road noise on the highway with the stock Dunlop tires, but its not overpowering and the new radio for 2018 takes care of the noise anyway! I can honestly say that I really like this car,it ndoes everything more than well enough for my needs, to take me wherever I want and cheaply too!
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