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Love my silver bullet
KECIA TODD , 04/05/2018
updated 10/13/2020
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage SE 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
48 of 48 people found this review helpful
2nd **UPDATE))** I have owned my car for almost 3yrs now and I still love it. Great on gas and ample room inside. Hard plastic inside is starting to show some wear (but not much). ** UPDATE ** I have had my car for 10 months. I now get up to 58mpg on calm days and driving on the highway at 65mph. Everything else is the same. Bad camera and lack of nooks to place items. Other then that it is wonderful. I purchased my Mitsubishi Mirage in December 2017. I have already put 3600 miles on the car driving back-and-forth to the grandkids house. It has enough horsepower to keep up with other cars on the road and to pass when necessary. The interior of the car has ample space in the front seat and even seems larger then some full-size cars. I can park in tight parking spots and turn on a dime. I only have two issues with this car, one is there are no little pockets to put things in and the back up camera is not as clear as it should be. All in all I love this car and I think it’s fun to drive. If you’re looking for a small car with excellent gas mileage (41 highway 39 city) this car is for you.
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Thanks, Mitsubishi, for a Wisely-Designed Car
Keith Willmarth, 09/18/2016
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
74 of 75 people found this review helpful
So glad I didn’t read the dismissive reviews before I bought my 2017 Mirage ES. My response to “cons” in the Edmunds’ review: “acceleration sluggish”: Needn’t be. Slip into sporty gear and you’re abreast of the guzzlers. “rough, chattering engine note”: No. Are we talking about the same car? “lots of road noise at highway speeds”: I never noticed. “low quality interior materials”: Vague. The seats are exceptionally comfortable. Generous headroom, outstanding gas mileage, amazingly low price. Mitsubishi listened. How can this be rated a so-so car?
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Great little runabout.
Alex Schaf, 05/30/2016
updated 12/17/2020
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage SE 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
74 of 76 people found this review helpful
Updates below. (May 30th, 2016) Don't just believe enthusiast reviews, do yourself a favor and text drive it for yourself. I live in Portland, which is full of hills and thick traffic. My Mirage has no problem keeping up and passing traffic. The interior has great fit and finish, and the Android Auto is awesome. It is much larger inside than the outside gives off. I am regularly getting over 44 mpg each tank. If you're looking for a race car look elsewhere, if you're looking for a great runabout, this is it. (December 13th, 2016) Here's a quick update after having for over 7 months and 8300 miles. I am still very happy with my purchase. There isn't a squeak or rattle to be heard. I attached a Curt hitch just so i could haul more with a hitch carrier. The interior, although Spartan but some standards, shows no sign of wear or tear. We just had a snow and ice storm and this little car got around so well it surpassed my expectations. I am originally from North Dakota, so I know my winter driving. It handles great. Now it has Dunlop Enaslaves 165-65-14 tires as standard equipment. The only other tires in this size are Bridgestone Potenza, so stick with those brands. They are LRR so mpg won't be affected, but switching to cheaper, more common tires will decrease mpg. The least amount of road friction fit this little 78 HP the better. I did swap out the rear springs for Volkswagen Beetle rear coils for a ride rear height and stiffer ride. Just a thought. Also, check out mirageforum dot com for many of us who love our Mirages. Great info and talk on there. Still appreciating this car's purpose everyday. Dec 15th 2019 46,800 miles. Still running perfect. Averaging 38 mpg. Hasn't been in the shop once. Replaced from brake pads. I still smile everyday owning this car. Dec 15th 2020 58500 miles. Still love this car.
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I love my 2017 Mirage!
Janaka, 05/16/2016
updated 11/17/2016
2017 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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Great little runabout.
Alex Schaf, 05/30/2016
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage SE 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
27 of 27 people found this review helpful
Don't just believe enthusiast reviews, do yourself a favor and text drive it for yourself. I live in Portland, which is full of hills and thick traffic. My Mirage has no problem keeping up and passing traffic. The interior has great fit and finish, and the Android Auto is awesome. It is much larger inside than the outside gives off. I am regularly getting over 44 mpg each tank. If you're looking for a race car look elsewhere, if you're looking for a great runabout, this is it.
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Try This Adorable Car for Yourself!
Zach, 10/04/2016
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
44 of 45 people found this review helpful
You cannot find a better car in its class for your money than the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage. While 78 horsepower sounds wimpy on paper, it's more than enough for what you're usually doing (driving to work, on freeways, around town, etc.). It's not like you were planning on towing an RV. Also, keep in mind that the Mirage is one of the lightest cars in its class, which lets it sail gloriously at speed. The interior is completely acceptable and if you want to improve it, there are wonderful seat covers available from independent vendors that will give you as much cushion as you need. My only reservation about the car is that it is a bit Mirror-Reliant due to the hatchback window being so small. Fortunately, the car also has one of tightest turning radiuses in its class, so it can maneuver through anything without trouble. Overall, I love this car! It's adorable and not a faceless blob!
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Retired mechanic loves the Mirage
gary greenwell, 01/18/2018
updated 07/20/2018
2017 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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Best Value for an Excellent Car
Jake, 02/19/2018
updated 09/16/2024
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
50 of 52 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2018 Mirage ES 5 speed in November of 2017 for $9988 plus tax/license. For that price, and after 87,500 miles, I consider it to have been one of my best small cars for these reasons: The 3 cylinder engine has been around for decades and is both refined, reliable and powerful for its size. The car accelerates somewhat slowly( like a 250/350cc motorcycle) but keeps up with legal traffic and can hold 65mph on the highway if needed with two adults at 3400 rpm, which is about half throttle. (Engine red line is 6,500rpm.) Highway driving is not its strong point however. The interior is comfortable and handling is nimble and secure at normal speeds and interior noise is low to moderate. The car has bluetooth/USB and touchscreen controls, although I mostly use the manual controls and listen to the radio using the steering wheel mounted buttons. It has power locks/windows and numerous airbags, and even a backup camera, which seems a little unnecessary to me. Cold weather, carrying extra weight, stop and go driving and air conditioning in summer will lower the mileage by 2-3 mpg, but in year round driving in a hilly part of the nation I have averaged 47 mpg. The car can get over 50 mpg if it's flat or I'm more careful. My wife had a 2012 Prius C and the Mirage has a similar 'feel' and fuel efficiency- after 7 years it still feels tight and solid. My complaints are that the manual transmission feels 'notchy' at first and takes about 3,000 miles to break in smoothly. That said, the gear ratios are perfectly spaced for the engine and allow the car to cruise most roads at under 3,000 rpm. The windows tend to fog up in winter unless the fan is on. I replaced the original Dunlop tires (which wore out at 25,000 miles) with cheap Federal tires ( $40 each, which wore out after 24,000 miles) and put on Kumho tires for $59 each.The Kumhos perform the best of the 3 brands so far. I just replaced the Kumhos again last week; figure on getting no more than 25,000 miles out of tires on this car-fortunately they are cheap. The car developed a muffler/heat shield rattle in the 1st and 6th years that had to be repaired, a minor fix. At 35,000 miles I replaced the front brakes and rotors because they had rusted excessively and would not pass state inspection. There is a lot of winter salt on the roads around here so that may have contributed to the rust. They were replaced again at 78,000 miles. I have changed the synthetic oil every 6,000-7,000 miles and changed the air filters at 30,000 and 60,000 and 85,000 miles. The windshield wipers twice so far. At 51,000 miles I changed the manual transmission oil with Redline brand, which is equal or superior to OEM. Everything else is original and still feels solid. UPDATE 9-12-2023: The engine began burning a quart of oil every 3,000 miles this summer-Not a big deal since everything still drives normally, but I rarely took this car over 3,500 rpm so it was not abused. Online forums have mentioned this occurrence and those owners have obtained 150,000 plus miles, so I'll have to check it regularly and see what happens. Update 2024- Oil consumption has remained low and minor. A Mirage is not the smoothest, fastest, quietest, fanciest, best handling car on the road but it is Not supposed to be. It just does everything a car should do to get from point A to B. At $16,000-18,000 for a new one these days, I would not buy one, rather I would add a few more thousand for something else. But for a well maintained used Mirage with low mileage under $10,000, it would make a reliable daily driver. In conclusion, as of September 2024, after almost 7 years, I would recommend this vehicle with the above qualifications to anyone who is looking for a basic, solid all around vehicle. I'm going to drive it until it falls apart or isn't worth fixing. As a mechanic friend once said " It's a throwaway vehicle" but a good one until that day comes.
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Keep Ignoring the Haters!
mzcoleman, 03/20/2017
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
33 of 34 people found this review helpful
I just read a review of the 2017 Mirage on MSN and I am perplexed! The reviewer basically ended his scathing review of this car by saying owners would not take care of it because they won't love it. What?! Are you kidding? Did he bother reading CONSUMER reviews of this car? Probably not. I don't know what it is about the Mirage that reviewers hate so much, but I couldn't disagree with them more. Over a year ago, I wrote my first ever review shortly after purchasing a 2015 Mirage. My review was titled "Ignore the Haters" and I detailed how I had extreme buyer's remorse because of the professional reviews. Thankfully, I started reading consumer reviews and instantly felt better. My 2015 was a very base model, which was fine with me. I'm not a car person. Just like something reliable. I had purchased the 2015 after I totaled my previous car (on black ice). The Mirage was what I needed at the time and I planned to drive it for the next ten years (or more). Unfortunately, at the end of last month I was rear ended on the highway and surprise-- my car was totaled! (Thankfully neither me or my passenger where hurt. The Mirage sustained a 50 mph impact which first appeared as just a horizontal crack in the bumper. However, when the bumper was removed, there was over $5,000 in additional damage.) I returned to the dealership in hopes of finding another 2015 Mirage. I ended up with a 2017 Mirage with all the bells and whistles: Bluetooth, backup camera, keyless entry, cruise, press to start, etc., etc. Whoa! I had never been impressed with the extras, but now that I have them I LOVE 'EM! One of the main reviewer gripes concerns horsepower and acceleration. If I was trying to win the Indy 500 that might be a problem, but I'm just trying to get to work! And maybe it's my imagination, but those four extra horses in the 2017 seem to make difference. My Mirage moves when it needs to. And the new steering wheel makes handling so much better. Yes, there is still cabin and engine noise, but it doesn't both me because I'm usually playing the radio or a CD. Yes, it's still lightweight, but I swear this baby rides smoother and feels bigger! Yesterday after scraping off the dealer decals, I couldn't wait to take that Pearl White beauty to the car wash to clean her up and show her off. I love this car! And if you buy this reliable piece of transportation that gets great gas mileage and also has some pretty great options for an awesome price, you'll love it too! Keep ignoring the haters!
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*****The little engine that could************
Matt Mclain, 11/08/2016
2017 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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To all of the Mirage "Pro" review snobs!
Mirage Advocate, 04/04/2018
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
24 of 25 people found this review helpful
I am sorely tired of reading all of the "professional" reviews on the 2017 Mirage....enough already! It's the mob mentality...pile on! The car is perfect for what it was designed for...plain, excellent mpg, tremendous warranties...that's it! No, not going to beat even an old person pushing a walker off the line...won't happen. Won't ever be confused with the lavish interior of a Lexus or Infiniti...stupid to think it would! Is it cheaply made (to a point) and have doors that are very light and non-substantial...yep! Is the handling on par with the Porche and Mercedes? Don't expect that to happen! BUT, does it get exceptional mpg? I got 46 mpg my first tank of gas....was amazed...middle of winter in MN! Does it come with the industry-leading warranty? Better than Nissan, Toyota, Honda, Chevy, and Ford....Yes! Does it cost a king's ransom? No! You can easily (relatively) own this car new off the showroom floor and enjoy a decade of powertrain coverage, and, depending on the miles you drive....maybe even a decade of bumper-to-bumper coverage...unheard of! If you intent is to be from point A to point B with the least possible cost, both in mpg and cost of ownership then this is your vehicle! Unpretentious, not overpriced, full of value...that's what the Mirage was made to do and it delivers in SPADES! So, all you snotty "professional" reviewers go take a hike! Too bad Mitsubishi isn't paying you exorbitantly to overrate their vehicle like Nissan, Honda, Toyota, etc. Show some integrity...call it like it is! I know REAL jobs are hard to come by but persevere, maybe Mitsubishi will hire you to detail and prep the new Mirages to sell...it would be Karma at it's best! I love my Mirage....no payments, fantastic mpg, industry-leading warranty, and, I'll pass most cars by as they refuel at the gas station! Mirage Nation unite!
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5 Stars across the board for me!
Dan F, 03/17/2018
2017 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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Great Value!
MB, 03/15/2018
updated 03/24/2025
2017 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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hypermiler mirage
james mandill, 04/08/2018
updated 11/03/2023
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for 3 years no problems whatsoever. Averaging 45 mpg, 48 k miles, tires still in good shape. If I need another vehicle I would buy a Mitsubishi UPDATE: 80k miles and not a single problem, this vehicle has been flawless since new. Comfortable and averages 46 mpg. The a/c will freeze you out even in hot Louisiana summers. The only complaint is it does have some road noise at highway speeds.
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The pro reviewers are on drugs!!
Bill, 09/22/2016
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
28 of 30 people found this review helpful
These professional reviewers kill me. It's a three cylinder engine, of course it is not going to be fast!! Not everyone needs to do 0 - 60 in 5 seconds! The base model is more than adequate in every way for this price point. Perfect little car for going from point a to b. I bought this coming from a Mustang Gt and can't wait to experience the fuel savings. Had a fair amount of quality issues with that car. Plus the warrant is so much better than Ford's.
My cute little "MITSY"
Bonnie, 06/04/2019
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
The gas mileage is CRAZY GOOD!!! It handles so smooth on the road. If you drive fast as I do, it will surprise you. Don't underestimate it's ability to keep up with other large cars on the road. I purchased a base model thinking that it would not have the bells and whistles but once again I was wrong. But It just looks so good sitting in the parking lot. I am so happy..my birthday gift to myself.
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Just what I expected & not a single problem!
Tom, 10/13/2017
updated 05/07/2025
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Unless you like to accelerate hard and make a lot of sudden high speed maneuvers, the Mirage lacks nothing in performance: easy to keep up with traffic, stops very well and is quiet and comfortable for this class of car. Had it up to 100mph (verified on GPS) and passenger thought we were doing 80. And it is lots of fun in tight places! Super warranties and low purchase price. I drove highway miles in east central Illinois, where it can be very windy, with no problems. Shopping around is always a good idea, but I bought this because it has a three cylinder engine like a motorcycle I used to own! After 5+ years and over 44k miles there is nothing significant I would change about the car that would also be cost effective. I am driving more in town now and the mileage has gone up slightly! Still fun to drive. Mitsubishi warranty is better than Honda, Toyota, etc.: 5 years 100k! After 5+ years and 44k miles not a single thing has gone wrong!! Not even a bulb or a loose screw, NOTHING at all! For me such reliability is way more important than high horsepower, big tires, etc. Five+ years now and still no problems of any kind. Warranty expired with zero issues, never needed it! Tires (had 185/16-14 installed, these rotate 859 times per mile vs. 899 stock, requires a 4.6% correction at the speedometer and odometer) and routine maintenance only expenses so far. Gas mileage low 40's all in town. After 6-1/2 years and 48k miles still no issues to report. Still has original battery. Don't drive much anymore, mileage high 30's on short trips in town only. Seven years, three months and 50,100 miles same story: no problems, still love it. Might get a battery just to be proactive. Seven years, nine months 52,600 miles same story: no problems*, (52,616 miles on 1,315 gallons of gas = 40.01 mpg, gotta love it). *one self inflicted problem: way overfilled tank by accident caused fuel gauge to be stuck on FULL for a few weeks. Dealer wanted ~$400 to replace a "purge valve". Resolved itself after weather warmed up. Eight years two months and ~54,000 miles still getting 40+ MPG and nothing has gone wrong. Eight years ten months and ~54,700 miles still getting 40+ MPG and nothing has gone wrong. I don't drive much anymore.
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Great MPG
Comfort O, 10/08/2016
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage SE 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is great for fuel economy, I get up to 50mpg doing 70-75 on a highway, and 35-38mpg driving around town
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Low cost of operation
Mark Andrews, 03/30/2017
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
It's not a fancy car, but a practical car. The "expert" reviews failed to recognize the best feature of this car - low cost of operation. First you get 43 to 46 miles per gallon. Couple that with it's 5 year bumper to bumper warranty it makes sense for buyers who need low cost of operations this includes young adults starting out, college students, and commuters. Not having to worry about a major repair bill in the first 60 months compared to 36 months in a GM, Ford, or Honda is a big plus. It is the best bargain out there. You can get I into an Base ES with CVT, blue tooth and fog lights for $12.5k-$12.9k with the rebate. That translates into a $230 car payment (60 month). When my daughter's used car was in need of replacement our first thought was to buy a low mileage use car, but having a vehicle without a warranty would require buying an extended warranty. i never considered Mitshubisi, but when I learned that they had a 5 year warranty we decided to look at the Mirage.
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Do not expect what is not.
Mark, 10/03/2017
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
Great car if you are on a budget, want to save on fuel, need a BASIC car (power options, automatic and AC), building or rebuilding credit, daily vehicle. If looking for a tire burner or rocket launch quarter mile: try a corvette or high end Audi. If looking for perfect comfort: please go to Cadillac/Lincoln. Please do NOT buy if have high expectations. Hatchback ES automatic, power options and hands free kit should be around $12K +/-, slow start at green light, but once on high way it will go 80 mph in a breeze. I own a 500hp classic car, a super charged truck and wife’s fully loaded SUV.....I use the mirage on daily basis for work and IM VERY HAPPY overall.....Yes, there are better options on the $ range, but this is the cheapest and most fuel efficient available, its different and fun car. This car is NOT for everybody. always around 40 mpg on the clock combined.
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Love my little orange nugget!!
Nugget's Owner, 05/01/2017
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage GT 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
I just purchased a 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage GT and I love it!! I don't care what the haters say. This car is exactly what I was looking for. I'm not trying to compete in a professional car race, so the engine power is just fine. I just wanted a reliable, stylish small car with nice features and great on gas..the Mirage did not disappoint!! I actually got more then what I expected. My vehicle is a cool Cooper Orange color with stylish rims, push button start, review camera, heated seats and Apple/Bluetooth sound system..all for less then $18k! But the best part is the excellent warranty. Mitsubishi is also offering $1,500 cash back so if you are looking for a small, reliable, affordable car with really nice features, then I recommend checking out the Mitsubishi Mirage GT.
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Love my little blue baby
Dog Mobile🐾, 12/14/2017
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Like everyone else I do not understand the professional reviews. I am a nurse not a NASCAR driver. Unbelievable gas mileage 40 or more on the highway more than 30 in traffic! It is comfortable for two large dogs with the back seat up or down. I can pack in a months worth of groceries from Costco with the rear seat down. Wish I had known about this car 3 years ago when I bought a lemon of a Nissan Sentra- now there was a piece of ?!#%!
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Its an ok car
N/A, 12/21/2018
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
9 of 12 people found this review helpful
I might not be the most impressed about owning a car with no horsepower. Its saved me a lot of money in the last yr in fuel cost.
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good little car
bill, 06/10/2017
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
coming from driving trucks all the time to 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage u have plenty of room east to get in and out inside looks good ur basic car with some good options ours has 231 miles on it drove hour and Hafe as soon has we got it not bad for a small car we are getting 41 mpg love the gas mileage and the room u have on drives side the engine noise u can't hear it in the car to compare with other cars it's just like any other small cars inside of car is made out of same thing all new cars are made from looks good don't like the carpet and don't like there's no arm rest between front seats but do like there's 7 places u can put ur drinks the style of the outside looks good the ride of the car is good just like most little cars over all good little car to drive and save money u can't go wrong with it we gave 10,678 before financing not bad for a new car with 100,000 mile warranty go test drive one for your self
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Love my car!
ChityRach, 06/27/2019
updated 06/29/2020
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2015 was rear ended and pushed under a school bus. I was so impressed and thankful for the way it handled the impact that I bought a 2018. She is a town car and doesn't love the highway but it's all I need for day to day life. Update: 2020 still love it!
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Good fuel economy poor resale value
Gary Cocchiarella, 09/16/2016
updated 09/27/2017
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage SE 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
No resale value!!
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Best vehicle I ever owned
Alex, 12/02/2023
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage GT 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2017 Mirage GT for $6,000 with 8,000 miles on it in February of 2018. Coming up on almost 6 years and 52,000 miles of ownership I will say I have not had any issues at all with this vehicle! I will say the build is of cheaper materials, to be expected from a vehicle starting at around $12k back in 2017. At 46,000 miles I replaced the original tires, Brakes, battery, and everything else is still original. Transmission flush done at 35,000 miles (Im cautious due to the bad reputation of CVTs). this car is an excellent commuter. I Average 37 MPG and 45 on the freeway on long drives, get it filled up less than 2 times a month for $30 even with these gas pricesI Car takes 2.7 quarts of oil. you can change your own oil and do your own maintenance for under $15 an oil change! Apple carplay heated seats, Fast key system push button start and rear view camera are a selling point for this vehicle and everything is holding up exceptionally well! If you need a first vehicle, or reliable car for first time drivers especially with the 10 year 100k miles warranty I wouldnt hesitate to buy another. I fell in love with mitsubishis bang for the buck, even bought a 2018 outlander for the family one year after owning the mirage. I would recommend. Yes its small, Yes its not a race car, Yes its cheaper build quality, But it has a/c many creature comforts, still keeps up in traffic, returns excellent gas mileage costs pennies to maintain, and does it all reliably. Need I go on? If you find one of these in today market for under 6k with low miles, just buy it. Thanks!
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slow roller skate
RBO, 09/03/2021
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage SE 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
6 of 12 people found this review helpful
cute little car for a circus, it is larger than i thought inside (kinda)it has ABSOLUTLY NO POWER!!! looking at this for my daughter i would consider this dangerous car for her on the highway .acceleration is none. Cant get out of its own way and that due to a "3 cylinder " engine. Sacrificed safety for gas mileage..
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Long trip agony
M Marshall, 06/14/2020
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage SE 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
9 of 21 people found this review helpful
Rented this car for two weeks. It was the worse car driving experience I've ever had. The car felt unstaple, going around curves I had to really hold the steering wheel tight for control. Cracks in the road would sometimes cause the to skirt to one side. Going up hill, it would make it but it growled all the way, you knew it was stranding. On long distance trips, say 77 miles, by the time you reached your destination, I would be drained. It is not a pleasant driving car.
The car for me right now
Chong Pooka, 11/11/2016
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
10 of 25 people found this review helpful
My 2000 Durango finally broke down to the point where fixing it would be the same price as the money down for the mirage. It's a car, it has a radio and CD player, and heat and a/c, what else do you need in a car. Praying for not too much snow this winter as winter driving is the only thing that scares me. I'm not a bot, I'm not a Mitsubishi fanboy, although I always wanted a 3000 gt when I was younger. The car will get you to work, school, the store, wherever you want to go. The fact that there's some riding lawnmower with more horsepower is funny but right now, for the money I have to spend this is the car for me. I'll update after a snow drive to see if it can stay in the road. Take care
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Good fuel mileage... that’s about it.
I’ll just buy a Chevy next. , 10/17/2021
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I will preface with the fact that I did buy this car used, but I’ve had nothing but trouble with it. Radiator cap wouldn’t stay tight (yes, it was closed all the way) which led to thermostat issues. It’s now at just under 79k miles and the suspension is screwed, the motor has a tic, and it started blowing smoke yesterday. It throws VVT codes. Also, it has electrical issues and sometimes my windows roll themselves down. I didn’t have much faith in it to begin with, but figured it couldn’t possibly be THAT bad. I babied it as much as I could given that I drive for work. Full fluid change when I bought it, oil& filter change is always early. Ran injector cleaner through it, etc. For what I have in repairs in the last 11k miles, I could’ve just bought a different car. The gas mileage really isn’t worth it.
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2017 mirage ES
Will, 01/11/2021
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought a salvaged 2017 Mirage ES. Light front end damage that was repaired but was a salvage title. The 3 cylinder is peppy and will keep up at 70-75 MPH in WI roads. Put aftermarket rims & tires on and it is a great 5 passenger (3 kids in back seat) vehicle. I’m 5’9” 200 lbs & Wife 5’4” 270.lbs. All loaded with the kids we still get around great! Put video headsets for kids & drove to MS and back & got 45MPG average at 70-75MPH. Almost as good as the Prius.
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the only subcompact sold in the US ! (why?)
Euromax , 01/31/2022
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage SE 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
great little car! totally misunderstood by most americans. there are many great small cars in Europe and Asia but most of them never make it to the US. a real competitor to the Mirage would be the Kia Picanto. Hopefully , Kia decides to bring this little gem to the US market. Also, many great small cars by Citroen,Ford , Peugeot, VW and Renault are on European streets. But, i have no problem keeping up in traffic with my Mirage. and , i get 44 mpg on the highway.
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Best value, highest gas mileage
tcwoman, 03/10/2022
updated 09/19/2023
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2018 Mirage ES Hatchback in July of that year. Even with the automatic transmission acceleration was a bit sluggish to begin with but loosened up nicely probably at 3k miles and again around 10k miles. It's always gotten all the fuel economy they predicted and then some! Love the Bluetooth and just the simplicity and utility of having a car like this.
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Mirage YES
Gina VGP, 11/24/2021
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
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I bought a 2017 Mirage G4 5 years ago and it has been the most reliable car I have owned in 33 years of Buick, Ford, Chrysler, Dodge and Nissan. I have had to fix nothing on it, and am now at 40k miles. We needed a second good car, so I picked up the 2019 Mirage ES hatchback. It is a great vehicle, good price, comfortable, quiet, and GREAT on gas. When buying a car, I NOW always look for the best warranty and the best gas mileage. I am surprised by the negative reviews I see and them suggesting buying another brand, mainly because the ones listed that are supposedly BETTER, do not come with the standard by Mitsubishi 5 year 50k mile warranty. I always buy used with low mileage, and from a dealer. Not only did this one come with low mileage 9k, and 3 years 41k miles left on the factory warranty, but Mitsubishi extended the warranty to 6 years from the date I purchased it and 100k miles for $1800. No interest if paid in 12 months. They delivered it with all the paperwork to sign, to my driveway. Even my 21 year old son, who hates to drive, loves this vehicle. I HIGHLY suggest you consider this if you are looking for a reliable work car, like I do, that uses minimal gas, and you like to travel. I can drive to see my daughter in Ohio from Texas round trip on $160 worth of gas (currently priced at almost $3 a gallon.) The rear seat flips down, unlike the regular compact Mitsubishi, the trunk is deep and holds a lot, it has a back up camera (for those who are challenged when it comes to moving backwards) a touchscreen radio, cruise control (best for travel) and Bluetooth for handsfree (a discount on car insurance).
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Love My Mirage
Mitsubishi fan, 10/06/2022
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage SE 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought my Mirage new in 2017 and the love affair continues. I am still getting in excess of 45 mpg with minimum of maintenance; tires oil changes, and a transmission fluid flush. After my parents died, I was hauling their belongings from Texas to Georgia and was amazed at how much I could load into the hatch with no reduction in mpg or acceleration. Have driven my Mirage in the Rocky Mountains and the car handled mountain passes beautifully. My only complaint is the radio which has worked erratically from day one.
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Great city car
Fredy, 03/15/2022
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fuel efficient and very reliable with the 5 speed manuel this is a point a to point b car this car is not for EXTRA kind of people
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Economical ride for our daughter
Rusty, 04/01/2022
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage ES 4dr Hatchback (1.2L 3cyl CVT)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Gets around well and is great on gas. Great 1st car for our daughter.