2017 Mitsubishi Mirage Review: Curbed with Craig Cole
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 ม.ค. 2017
- This week Craig Cole evaluates the Mitsubishi Mirage, which is kind of exciting since other journalists haven’t been kind to it. Despite the bad press - or perhaps because of it - this little hatchback has been updated for 2017. Even though it gains a host of noteworthy enhancements the Mirage remains Mitsubishi’s most inexpensive model in the U.S.
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All the TH-cam reviewers bash this car but every owner loves it. My wife has a 2019 and absolutely loves it. It's not a sport car, it's not a luxury car. It is a well built, commuter car that has a many creature comforts. It gets incredible gas mileage! And don't listen to the "It's under powered and scary to drive" nonsense! I'm 6'4, 230lbs and with my wife in the car it has zero trouble getting up to speed, passing or merging on highways! No problem at all! And don't forget the incredible 10 year 160,000km warranty! and it looks 100 times better than any fiesta, versa, yaris, micra or any of the other sub compact cars. If you spend most of your time commuting or buzzing around the city you should definitely have a look at the Mirage. You'll be pleasantly surprised!
It seems the bad reviews are from people who have sport cars. This is not for racing, it’s a economical car extremely good on gas, I like it a lot. people it’s nimble
Fahre 2017 Sondermodell 100+ zum 100 jährigen Jubiläum von Mitschubishi mit Schaltung und 80 PS und Elektrischem Faltdach von Webasto und Tieferlegung ab Werk um 2,5 cm mit Eicbach Federn.Umgeruestet 2020 auf LPG. Bin der zufrieden.
People: Why doesn't anyone make an affordable car?
Car Manufacturer: *Makes Affordable Car*
People: I WOULDN'T DRIVE THAT WHERE'S THE LEATHER SEATS AND 500 HORSEPOWER!
I want to tell the idiots who complain about cars such as the Mitsubishi Mirage as well as ask about the lack of leather seats and triple digit horsepower to make up their minds. Cars like the Mitsubishi Mirage are meant for people who need affordable transportation.
@@michaellovely6601 still better off with a used civic/corolla
@@charliesmash Maybe; but the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla are so common on the roads these days and you can get pretty bored with seeing them everywhere.
I went to an auto shop and had leather seats installed wasn’t that big of a deal
@@TheFluffyWendigo Awesome, good for you.
It takes a fine person to appreciate an automobile like this.
I own a 2015 Mirage and it's been a great car. Reliable, efficient and inexpensive. 26k miles of no problems. My best mpg so far was over 51mpg. Pretty awesome for a non hybrid vehicle.
I have a 2014 48k miles. Hows yours holding up?
@@kylemas2005 cvt or 5 speed
@@regg5917 2 CVT, 2014 hatch & 2017 G4 sedan version.
@@kylemas2005 thanks I want a cheap reliable but fun ride I heard the 5 speeds are "better" allegedly but I prefer the automatic hatch hoping to get a good deal on one
@@regg5917 5speeds are always more fun and reliable but the CVT version has good reliability too according to data going back to 2013. Keep in mind the higher trims are only available with CVT. Manual is the base model. Save yourself some real $ and buy a used Mirage. I did for both of ours and still got the transferable 5 year 60k mile powertrain warranty.
Back in its days the classic air-cooled Beetle was also panned by every critic. Loud. Slow. Weird. Cramped inside. Can't see the edge of the hood, etc, etc. Well guess what- the critics of the day had no idea what they were talking about. The classic Beetle had one of the most elegant designs of that era and developed a loyal following all over the world. It proved to be one of the most durable and fixable cars of all times.
I purchased my 2017 Mirage in April 2016. It's a good car, I live in Texas, so the traffic is awful, but I can rely on my lil orange car the gas mileage is great, the warranty is great. When I drive home to Arkansas the ride is smooth, gas mileage is great!! I spent like $20 bucks on gas.. awesome awesome car, I call her Tangy.
Kimberly Cooper Tangy is a cute name!
Yes, very nice! Kimberly too is a nice name! And Bin too!
$20 dollars in gas???? Wow i want to buy one right now lol
Hows your Mirage holding up? I bought one too!
How much is the insurance?
Awww I love my Mirage so much its an amazing little car!!!
I own a 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage ES CVT that we purchased new and now has 13,500 miles on it and we love it. I wanted a small car that was loaded with options that larger cars get and my Mirage came packed with those features and options and was perfect. We got the top trim ES with CVT and the optional Navigation & Back Up Camera Package, Chrome Package, Cargo Package, Exterior Appearance Package, Front & Rear Park Assist Package, and many more Accessories. All the other cars in the class I looked at cost alot more when loaded out ($2,000.00 to $4,000.00 more) and you could not get alot of the features that the Mirage offered.
For example even the base trim had Auto Climate Control (2017 has manual controls), AC, PW, PL, PM, AM FM CD and Ipod Hook Up. On top of all this you get the 10 year 100,000 mile warranty and 37 city and 44 highway mpg and 40 combined. I average 43 in the city and 47 on the highway but can top 50 if careful. Every owner for the most part exceeds what Mitsu claims for MPG.
One owner on KBB has an Owner Review of their 2014 Mirage ES CVT and it has over 220,000 miles on it with only normal maintenance and wear and tear no issues to speak of (included picture in the review showing the odometer). Mitsubishi has made 3 cylinders for quite a long time and this engine will last! The nice thing about this 1.2L MIVEC Engine is that it is a basic design with very little to go wrong and runs on 0W20 Synthetic which will enusre it a long trouble free life. I personally know 3 Mirage owners including myself and in the 1-3 years of ownership there have been no issues reported besides normal stuff.
Sure these cars are not fast, not overly refined and do not handle like a sports car. But they are reliable, roomy, fuel efficient, feature packed, with a great warranty and have created a cult like following among their owners which is hard to do! I have owned all my cars new but a few (2010 Kia Soul, 2013 Hyundai Elantra, 2008 Hyundai Sonata, 2005 Chevy Cavalier, 2003 Hyundai Accent, 2002 Kia Rio) and never have I wanted the same car again but with the Mirage now it is the only car I will purchase from this day forward. There is just something about them that makes you really enjoy the little car (you have to own one to know what I mean) and all its quirks. So do yourself a favor and go drive one. Dave gave a nice fair review of these cars I must say.
Own a 2014 almost 4 years old and still a joy to drive. My favorite car purchase ever. Owner's love them.
Craig looks right in this car though
Craig Cole, the greatest car reviewer on AutoGuide, no, the greatest car reviewer in the world looks good in any car, sir/ma'am.
Well you clearly haven't met Brian Cooley yet.
You all obviously haven’t seen Mat Watson, this stuck up, spoiled prick has obviously never had to live with a car that was made to be efficient and budget friendly.
GC is a hater He doesn't need to test drive ANY economy car .Stick to driving your performance cars.
The Mirage was built for a simple purpose, affordable, reliable, fuel efficient, and practical. For people who don’t have a lot of money, and for people who just need a car for commuting, or to go to work.
I want to buy one as a second car, thrifty, affordable and zippy around town. I don't get why all the hate?
I just purchased a 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 SE CVT in Wine Red and love it. I traded my 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage ES CVT with Navigation and the updates are extensive. The interior on the 2017s has so many upgrades such as seat fabric material, interior piano trim, seat support, sound insulation, new gauge cluster, new steering wheel, new audio unit with apple car play and android auto, 4 more horsepower and a new roller cam shaft, new suspension updates, smoother idle, fender insulation, heated seats, auto dimming rear view mirror, wide angle rear view camera (G4), rear fold down arm rest with cup holders and even the way the shifter feels going into gear is much smoother. The updates are amazing in making this car feel more substantial.
I got the Light Gray interior which adds a level of class to the interior and will be adding the Mitsubishi Center Console Armrest for $138.95 (my 2015 had it installed). The room inside the G4 is unreal, its huge and the trunk is cavernous!!! I also love the dark chrome alloy wheels and matching front grill. This paint color (Wine Red) is so unique and classy looking.
I had no issues with my 2015 and only traded for the upgrades and the deal I got on this 2017 Top Trim G4 SE. It was $18,115.00 and I got it for $12,714.00 at Renn Kirby Mitsubishi in Frederick MD you should really check out their deals! If you do be sure to see Tommy Moberly he sold us our 2016 Outlander Sport GT and our 2017 Mirage G4 SE and was amazing.
While driving in town the ride is much more quiet and takes bumps with less of a thud and the idle is 50% smoother and quieter. The seats feel extra stuffed and the material is for sure much more premium feeling. The Apple Car Play alone is one of my favorite features and props to Mitsubishi for incorporating that!!!
Keep up the good work Mitsubishi because I am impressed with the updated 2017 model!!!
I bought a 2015 new for like $11k last year. There is nothing wrong with it at all. The seats are more comfortable than my Fusion. I prefer not to feel the road when steering, feels like my Grand Marquis in that repect. I find it comfortable to drive and the front is plenty roomy. It's not as rough riding as a lot of these smaller cars. This guy has no clue what he's talking about other than the engine is somewhat noisy and it's not that fast. Still if you want to take a long road trip and barely use any gas it is quite good.
i have just bought new 2017 i test drove chevy spark and these one. i liked... soft steering, soft ride, and nice and necessary trim. electric mirrors, air conditioner and a stereo with bluetooth mp3 aux cd etcetera. reliable and low fuel consumption. i love it.
Wow - how did you get it for 11k !?!? Did you offer to construct a new house for the dealer?
Depending where you live, many dealerships offer them dirt cheap. I paid $11,900 for my Mirage ES CVT back in 2014. They're priced like $8,000-$13,500 for 2018 models in my area right now.
Can you tell me how it is going from the merc to mirage
@@MegaOzozozoz Great lil reliable car.
You should have known in the first place that it isn't a sport car. My family owns a Mirage and they love it. It's great for city ride.
I never really listen to journalists, people are going to buy whatever they want at the end of the day... Mitsubishi has no problem moving Mirages off the lot, so they did something right.
Kadeen Hunter Bingo!
Lol Mitsubishi has problems selling any of their vehicles, Mitsubishi was offering 40 percent discounts to get people to buy the Mirage.
@@IamCooper-rk5bn then visits countries in asia. And think again.
King Harry Motia What would be the point of that? It is not going to change the fact Mitsubishi struggles in the North American and European market.
Theyre selling like crazy in Atlanta.
Just bought a used Mirage CVT7 with 45k miles on it. Did a 700 mile road trip in it. It handled just fine and I was doing 80 the whole time. Cost me 40 buck on a trip that used to cost me 80 with my old Subaru. Sure, its loud, but no louder than my old 3.0 Mustang. You get used to it, then dont notice it because the OEM speakers are fantastic.
Idk why but I love how this looks. I have never driven one but it seems like a solid car to get you to work and back.
It is solid. Love mine. Buy a used one, the resale value is low for now. When gas prices hit $4 a gallon and folks figure out how reliable these simple lil cars are, that will change.
I have a mirage, I get 56 mpg. I love this car it's amazing. I also have a Chevy volt so they are a perfect match.
Jonny Neuman what exactly do you find amazing about it? I'm genuinely curious
Probably the warranty and fuel economy.
Jonny Neuman A Mirage and a Volt? How do you keep the women at bay?
J High Women "usually" only care about the colour and overall general cleanliness of a car. ;D
If a woman bases her interest on a guy's car.. move ON.. STAT.
NO ONE pays msrp! I own two of these, both with the manual and picked them up for under 11k each. One thing I didnt do before buying was watch silly online reviews and I'm glad for that. And both of mine are the SE so they have all the upgrades except the 15" wheels, hid and heated seats. I have my own reviews on my channel by an actual owner.
You do get pretty tired of these reviewers. Facts. The Mirage is extremely reliable, extremely fuel efficient. We use cars to drive in, so that`s what we go for. 97% of buyers are more than pleased with them. Stick to reviewing race cars
Yes you reviewers and critics and haters stick with your sports, super and muscle and luxury cars.
Thats right wondervoll Car
i work at a dealership and i promis you at
like the 5:20 when he goes over prices the mirage has them beat. base of base we get them away for 9 -10k
If you have to subtract that large of a % of the price to get them off your lots, they're not selling like hotcakes, they're being liquidated.
@@Cowclops Mirages are selling really well. Much higher projection than Mitsubishi anticipated.
What i dont understand is why Americans bash this car as here in the UK if you dont buy a Mirage you have to buy a Toyota Aygo or a Citroen C1 which are both terrible cars with a measly 1 litre engine producing 60bhp and top speed of 95mph lol also they are half the size of a Mirage, seriously i kid you not.
Drove the 2015 model as a rental over an extended period. Overall it's not that bad for what it is - an economy car. It's no louder at 80mph than a Honda Fit. The I3 is smoother than the engine in the Yaris and is more pleasing to listen to (I3's make unique sounds). Rides softer than a Fit, and about the same as a Yaris. Auto climate control is pretty amazing to have in this price range. Seats were comfortable enough for medium journey trips (100-200 miles) without any pain. Sure, acceleration is quite terrible but this is an economy car after all, where gas mileage is the goal and it doesn't fail in that regard. Much better option than a hybrid car if you're looking at minimizing overall costs.
Thank you, finally a sensible no bs review.
Part of the reason why the Mirage is too expensive could be the fact that it's shipped in from Mitsubishi's plant in Thailand. That's 8,000 miles away ! All of the other small cars are built in North America, Europe, Korea or Japan...
Do you laugh at everything that is slower than GTR?
@@benchoflemons398 its all about where the money go, one can prefer speed or leather or reliability or functionality. Money is the limit so choose wisely. If compare 2 cars for the same price and one is fast, so the second must be better in something else. E.g truck is in the same price as sports car. Got it?
Car journalists have in the back of their mind still Porsches as a benchmark. Keep the Mirage with CVT under 2000 rpm at all times and you will get comfortably and with a ridiculously low fuel consumption from A to B. Low maintenance cost, higher reliability than all of the competitors, lots of standard equipment where you pay extra elsewhere. I love my Mirage, although I agree that the steering is without feel (but very precise). I do think the price in the US seems too high. In Europe the price compares better with competition. It does what it is supposed to do.
Hows your Mirage holding up?
Just what king of performance was he expecting for that price?
The car is literally a, wait for it... a mirage
“A hopelessly optimistic speedometer” 🤣 had me rolling on the floor
I think the other reviews are missing the point. This car is made for people who want one that is cheap to buy, cheap to maintain, reliable and efficient. It's not too bad in other aspects either, but the focus was to make it cost-effective no-nonsense car. Besides that, not sure why they are bashing the looks so much. I think it's a charming little car (even the 2013 version) that looks nothing like something from the 90's or early 00's.
Sehe ich genauso
I picked up a manual version for 11k after tax.
With a 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty, I'd say it's the ultimate value proposition.
Mine is the 2015 model, and personally I like the front fascia better than on the new ones.
The engine actually sounds alright.
Thats right
No turbo, no direct injection, with a manual transmission this is the perfect car, it should last 10 years easily.
You dont think the Mirage CVT could last ten years?
I have a 2017 Mirage that I commute to work every day, almost 100 miles a day and I just love this car. The gas milage is awesome with all the conforts Auto trans. Air con. pw. windows blue tooth. I don't have the loaded model but do have some exatras. all umder 13k with extended warranty of 100k miles free oil changes included. so far I've already put 17k miles on it with no problems. This car is well worth it if you want cheap reliable transportation. I use to own several geo metros back in the day and those although efficient on gas consumption they were really under power.....you don't feel that in a Mirage it feels like your driving a four cylinder. I would highly recommend it.
Have a 2014 DE CVT ... average 44 mpg. 82k miles and nothing but a set of tires and recent breaks. What a great reliable car and buy. Great commuter vehicle.
I have a 2015 mirage...great commuter car and the mileage is better than the prius that we drive as well...only wish the fuel tank was bigger.10 bucks fills her up...would def get another one in a couple of years..and the warranty is great....
Couple of years? Why so soon? I kept my 3 Cyl Sprint from 1993-2010. Gets some value out of it.
Hows yours running? CVT?
I tested one today! 2017 Hatchback! looks and drives good to me! its a little basic but great small car.
So ist es
When Momma's happy , everybody's happy. I bought a 2017 Mirage ES for my wife in Sept 2016 though my wife hated to get rid of her 2007 Honda Civic. We are both retired and she said we couldn't afford a new car. After going to the dealer " Tony Mangino Mitsubishi here in Halfmoon NY , I brought my wife to test drive the Mirage . She would have never had gone with me but when I told her about the low price and ten yr warrenty she agreed to go. She left on her test drive with the sales man and when she returned , she was sold. We still have it and she loves that car. She loves how it goes through the snow and ice with it's all whell control . For just over 11,000 grand it has keyless entry and start , back up camera , 7" info entertainment sys with apple and android audio. I don't drive it very often but when I do , I find it very responsive and quick enough for me. I drive a 2002 Dakota PU with a 4.7 ltr eight cyl engine. I don't drive it very much any more cause of the low gas millage . My wifes Mirage get about 45 - 50 MPG , and she laughs at me when I complain about all my money going into the fuel tank when I fuel up. Her Mirage is wine red and she loves it . Every week she takes her 92 yr old Mom out to Dr. appts and shopping . Some say its an old ladies car , but I say when Mom and Grandma's happy, I am happy.
Nice review Craig. Extremely well written and full of imagination. This might be your best work yet.
I love watching these videos, I'm planning to get my first car soon you guys make it easy/helpful when it comes to picking.
RandomGurl get a fun-to-drive car
+RandomGurl My advice would be to get what you can afford with the best warranty! Compare the *base* models of several different car and don't look at the higher trim levels. Don't spend a lot because a first car is supposed to be cheap basic transportation anyway. =)
buy a used 2000 dollar car from the early 2000's or 90's. Honda Civic, toyota Corolla, a $5000 2006 Honda Fit with under 100k... I would highly recommend a first car that you don't mind banging up a little bit and no payments. Pay cash. No need for all that costs starting your life.
Amazing car, looked into it when getting my first car, but needed more space so I went with the New Outlander
I think it's a groovy looking little car.
You can beat this thing and it will take it. I actually like the fact you have to wring it out and don't have to worry about gas.. For a second or third car to slam around it's actually a lot of fun if you don;t expect it to be anything other than what it is.
I have a 14 Mirage with now 90K trouble free miles on the clock. The Engine does "mellow" after 20K and a switch to synthetic oil. MUCH better and smoother at idle. The tires on the car need a changeout to something else to also assist with NVH. The front seats are abysmal but thankfully the puny fuel tank means frequent stops to get out and stretch your legs. This car once broken in gets in the 50MPG on the highway with AC and on Cruise control on longer trips, no lie I make it from NYC to Lake George NY on less than half a tank of gas. From NYC to Ocean City MD on a full tank (with some left just in case). For basic transportation with fuel economy rivaling a hybrid without the weight and expense of repairing a hybrid (Price out a Prius battery pack) that can in a pinch haul 4 adults, or you need the fuel economy of a motorcycle but hate wearing a helmet this is the car for you.
Is yours the CVT? I purchased a used Mirage CVT with 45k miles and Im hoping I can get 150k miles total out of the transmission.
The only two upsides I can really see to this car, are the fuel efficiency, and the 10 year/100,000 miles drivetrain warranty for when you inevitably need something fixed. At its price point, you'd be better off buying a: Nissan Versa Note. $16,550
Honda Fit LX CVT. $16,990
Toyota Yaris LE 4 door. $17,660
This one's a bit cheaty, because it's about $1,000 more, but here:
Kia Soul base. $18,190
Alternatively, you could also search for an used car within the same price range. The Toyota Corolla iM would be a good choice. Anyway, I chose to keep my list to hatchbacks only. But my point is that there are plenty of better cars out there for that much money.
these kind of reviews are the opposite of what we have in our country... i have one and im proud of it. i dont know whats the problem with driving one as these reviewer pointed out. but im contented with what i have
Kann ich nur bejahen, fahre 2017 Model mit Schaltung und 80 PS.
I have a Mirage G4 and I like it great on fuel and nice to drive around in the city. I have had it going over 100mph before its a little scary to go that fast in this car
You're brave.No more than 80mph in mine Didn't buy it to haul ass.
I drove it, not a bad little car.
Would u rather feel a jolt through the steering wheel everytime u hit a bump?
I recently just test drove a 2017 Chevy Spark 2 LT and a 2018 Nissan Versa SV (stopped making top trim SL for 2018). I still am glad I purchased my 2017 Mirage G4 SE over these 2 choices. First off my top trim Mirage G4
Had and MSRP of 18,115.00 but with dealer discounts and rebates I got mine for $12,714.00 (reviews never mention the huge discounts Mitsu gives). The Spark 2LT comes pretty similarly equipped to mine but is way smaller inside. The trunk was ti y and my knees were digging into the front seats when I sat in the back and I am 5’11”. Plus the door panels looked cheap in the Spark front and rear. My Mirage G4 SE has the 2 tonight Light Gray and Black interior with Piano Black Accents and really blends the interior together well. Now the Spark came with Leatherette Seats but they felt like Rubber and only had 1 setting for the heated seats where my car has Hi and Low (they kick ass heat wise). The best they could give price wise on the Spark 2 LT with discounts and rebates was $14,800.00. The Mirage and Mirage G4 have earned a reputation for being reliable, having great owner satisfaction and getting MPG numbers well over the sticker rating (by the way the Mirage and Mirage G4 out do the Spark on MPGs). The Spark is a nice car if you want a small hatchback but it only seats 4, has had reliability issues over the years, lower MPG numbers, and fewer features if you compare 2018 Spark LS to 2018 Mirage ES.
Now the Versa and Mirage G4 came in very similar in my experience. Especially in interior room and trunk space. The Mirage G4 has slightly more rear seat room like less than half inch if you compare on Nissan and Mitsubishis pages. The trunk in the Versa is a tab bigger though. Styling wise on the exterior I prefer the Mirage and Mirage G4 as it looks fresher and less frumpy. The Versa has a really long ass end from the side. Plus the alloys on the Versa did not look as sharp as my G4s dark Titanium alloys. Once again the Mirage beats the Versa on MPG numbers and owner satisfaction. The Versa has pretty low owner satisfaction and Nissan has had transmission issues over the years with their CVTs. The 2018 Nissan Versa I drove had a MSRP of $17,190.00 so it undercut the MSRP on my G4 SE but did not have apple car play, heated seats, auto dimming rearview mirror with home link, push start, keyless access, (did have keyless entry), automatic climate control and many other features that my G4 has it did not. But in the end it was marked down to $13,890.00 and my G4 SE was $12,714.00 so once again Mitsubishi came in cheaper. If you look around at Mitsubishi dealers you never pay sticker for a Mirage and can regularly get bas model Mirages for $10,000.00 and top trim ones for $13,000.00 so it is almost always the best deal on price, features per dollar, reliability, warranty, 5 yr unlimited roadside assistance, room (G4), and MPG. Sure this Mirage in the video has a high sticker price, so did mine, higher than this one and I paid under $13k so just remember that. These are great little cars go take a look!
A car for people who don't know about used cars.
Duncan McLellan It's for people who wants a cheap car with warranty. But it's not really cheap is it?
I think that's the main problem. Faults can be overlooked if the price reflects the defects. There's cheapness, but no value.
What does the barebones base model come in at?
misamisatv thirteen and change. but there is often factory cash back. so maybe otd at 11k in base trim?
Duncan McLellan 11k with an awesome warranty sounds pretty darn good to me! =D
With 5-speed manual is very different car! The top speed is 115Mph, & gets 52 milles/galon, the engine is safety & very economical! Perfect at city drive!
CVT is a f.... shit.
10500€(basic) - 12000€ (full equipment)
Hello from Spain!!!
Why the hate for the CVT? Its supposedly more reliable than other CVTs.
Fahre 2017 Schaltung mit 80 PS.Bin sehr zufrieden.
Wow Craig this car really brings out the meanest in you. It was a joy to watch!
Great review.... Thanks...
I drove one 2 weeks ago thru 3 states which was about a 6 hour drive and i have to say i would buy this car no problem. The one i drove was a grey es 2018 with 20 miles on it was a 5 speed manual and was pretty comfy got excellent milage 95% of the drive was highway and i was doing between 60 and 65mph and was easy over 45 to 50mpg without a problem. Stereo was ok for me i used the aux jack with my phone. The one thing i noticed was road noise, yes it was a bit noisy but as i was driving i was thinking crap i could spend 200$ and sound dampen the floors doors and and roof and it would be nice and quiet with a few days work (EASYY!!) Heres the kicker.. when i looked at the tag it sold for 9,971$ THATS INSANELY GOOD for this much car..
I'm not quite sure why people claim the car looks that dated. I don't think it's necessarily the most modern-looking car, but it looks more modern to me than say, a Nissan Frontier.
Formsprache legt immer im Auge des Betrachters
I love my mirage I got the se, yes there are better hatchbacks out there, but if you want something cheap and economical the mirage is the way to go
Love this car
That really is too bad! The Mirage's price jumps up so quick. Also, it doesn't seem to offer that many "special" amenities that will force you go buy it, besides it low starting figure.
When I review cars I give cars a value rating. This vehicle would probably do decent in the lower trims for value, but will drop a little for value in the higher trims. This is mainly because for that GT trim you have there, there are a lot more refined entries in the segment. That can get you more safety, and in some cases space.
Of course I haven't reviewed it yet nor, completely had time with it. I cannot wait to review this vehicle so I can get a good understanding of it, and just how well it will fair in my tests! Keep up the great work, Craig!
-DriveAndBeDriven
"The Quest To Record The Best!"
The base model is FULL of stuff and perfect for it's mission at the Right price.
djkenny, Agreed! The Mirage is great at it's lower end trims, but once you start adding options and ranking up the trim level the pricing gets a little excessive. Especially, considering what you get with the Mirage and what other entries offer! Thanks for replying!
-DriveAndBeDriven
"The Quest To Record The Best!"
djkenny that would be true if used cars didn't exist. For ~15k you have lots of choices.
With a lot of miles and low warranty if any? Depends on what you want. What can you get for 10 grand like a base Mirage? The Mirage offers a solid reputation, a long warranty, 45 MPG or more, and lots of equipment. I recommend a 5 speed. Better gas mileage, better power, more fun, cheaper to buy.
Dealerships in my area are selling Mirage for around $8,000 for the base model and about $12,000 fully loaded. It's a real bargain!
It's small, knowing that my driveway is small, it's perfect for me and it's affordable
17k for that? The fuck?
Anyone who pays that much for that car is a fool. I'm assuming it only gets to that price so they can toss a few grand on the hood and tell you how good of a deal your getting. For it's starting price that car doesn't seem so bad, but in that range it's easily outclassed.
If i may ask does the mirage gt have a lower final drive ratio?
knightrider1545 It has the same transmission as any other Mirage trim. No difference.
Hahaha. I just laughed lout loud at the gym! Craig you never fail to amuse us!
great production quality, host is funny, and advice is short, sweet and realistic. Keep up the good work, cheers.
I think the radio head unit is one of the best in the subcompact class, it looks like it belongs in a compact or midsize... And it has carplay and Android auto which a Yaris or even corolla doesn't have... Pretty cool
Great review. I will buy mirage my dream car. Tenks
Do these have a timing belt or timing chain?
Chain
I really don’t get the hate on this car, it does what it was designed to do. First off I got a mid range 2017 5-speed for $12000 out the door with a 10000 mile bumper to bumper warranty and lifetime for the engine. Second acceleration is far better than you think it is. Problem is that all of these reviewers are used to driving all sorts of high end cars so the comparison makes it seem week. Almost all of the reviews on this car are done with the automatic which is a cvt that never touches the redline, where as in my 5-speed I’ve done 0-60 in about 8.5 sec which is respectable for 78hp. There is a reason all professional reviews of this car shit on it while owner reviews love it.
Orrektfahre2017 Modell mit Schaltung und 80 PS Beschleunigt in 11,6 Sek. Auf Hundert Kmh.
5:13 So you are comparing the top of the line Mirage with the price of the base model of competitors? This car can be bought for 10-11k which makes it the cheapest of the bunch and also the most fuel-efficient.
Leider sind die
Preise 2024 exorbital nach oben gegangen wie bei allen Kleinwagen.
I wanted to pass the video, but as soon as I've read Craig Cole, it's in must watch -category.
Lots of parts and trim lifted from Outlander GT, their top end SUV with awful reviews that's also great deal because the price is so low after so many people run away from what is basically a very decent car for the money . I test drove a 2014 Mirage but guy was only asking $5,500 for 35,000 miles fixed salvage title. My 1978 Ford Fiesta had 66 hp, this has 75 hp but this is much more peppy. It doesn't drive like a minivan or Acccord but for a teeny low cost commuter it does the job, easy to squeel the tires around the parking lot.
Another Mirage basher but I did chuckle though this a couple of times.
Mitsubishi Mirage. The car that can take a roasting!!
What no likes? I gave it one. Bastards.
So, Craig, would you recommend that I invest in one of these?
Craig would make you buy a Mercedes, BMW or something with major hp and tech if he could get away with it
I'm curious, was the Macarena reference yours or KBB?
I have a 2018 Mirage. I got it for doing my Skip The Dishes and other food and grocery delivery. Its money in that sense as the fuel economy is awesome. Its first and foremost and eco car not a sports car. However, I have won a few off the line, its has some pep. The Ds is fun coming off ramps into the highways. Nice sound system and features. Its loud when idles and even louder when accelerating. Overall, I like this ride for now.
I love my 2015 Mirage ES. Fantastic work/commuter car. Drama free and stupid reliable.
It looks like an econo car. How is this anymore Dated than a Nissan Versa?
it still looks like a mini modern hatch econobox. I like the Mirage. It has more space, 7+ MPG higher fuel economy, better reliability by far, longer warranty, better deals out there, less complaints from owners.... it seems like a No Brainer.
Or the owners are embarrassed to tell others they got a Mirage.
Not at all. My wife and I had 2 at one point, the pre redesign 2015 models. Hers was blue and mine silver, I'm 6'4 (fit in it just fine) and don't feel the need to prove how cool I am to anyone. In fact we turned alot of heads anytime we followed each other anywhere, mostly because no one had seen this car before. Had to trade one of them in for a corolla because we go on alot of vacations, and with the babies stuff we needed a trunk. Buuut we won't ever get rid of our silver one. Stupid reliable, (I put alot of miles on it yearly with just oil changes, it's actually fun to whip around town), great warranty plus I can fill up with 9.2 gallons and go 2 weeks on it. Oh and did I mention these are blast to take on dirt roads and race because of the 3rd world tuned suspension and high ground clearance? I'm only 22 years old and the price fit the bill. 200 a month new and that's with 2 years of rotations and oil changes included in the car payment. Btw I've taken mine all the way to it's governed limit of 112 in the desert, so maybe these reviewers aren't man enough to actually see if it goes 80. Definitely alot faster than a Geo metro. This car has too many haters, but that's everyone else's loss. Versas and Sparks are trash but they still sell like crack because people are stupid. This is an a to b car not a Lexus or an Evo.
I see you're looking at a 2017 mirage video and mentioned you have a 2015 one. You plan on getting yourself a 2017 one? I most likely am. This car rocks and am thinking in getting it in the 5 spd manual.
skystarsystem I doubt it. But only because I have the two cars I need already and it's not worth the hassle or expense since my 2015 is almost paid off. The 2017 does have a much better looking front end though. All the base 2017s I've seen don't have the auto climate either, which would be a huge downgrade in the nasty winter where I live.
Sedan or hatch which should I get as a guy??
Hatchback. More versatile.
I got the exact same car for 12k here in Germany
humorous presentation if nothing else ...therefore the best
Looks great!
I have a 2015 and hate the suspension. But, it has a manual trans, I got it cheap, and it costs nothing to drive. 26k mi. in zero problems and I hear great things about the future reliability.
I bought a used 2015 Mirage DE CVT for $7600 as a commuter for my 120 mile round trip to work. Currently at 42k on the odometer still running beautifully. The magic of this car lies in the fact that if you want... you can cruise at 60mph in the slow lane and average 55+mpg.. OR... if you prefer you can drive 80mph and still get about 35mpg. Yes it can travel at 80mph, no problem, albeit a bit noisily at just a tick under 3000 rpm.
Seats are comfy for the long commute, my behind can't complain. Suspension tuning could be much improved..and body roll is a bit intimidating, but the car is actually really nimble and can handle freeway interchanges at some pretty high speeds if you have some confidence and a bit of driving skill. Even when the OE low rolling resistance tires.
I have zero problems merging onto the highway or passing even on these crazy California freeways. But you have to floor it... which it actually tells you to do in the owners manual. lol.
Long story short...I bought this car with low expectations, and with a little time and change of driving habits I fell in love with my new little hatchback. And the fact that I only paid $7600 for it makes it that much sweeter.
I’d drive the hell out of this car. Love to have one!
Craig Cole.......the metaphor maestro. Sublime snarkiness at its best.
I have the sedan version and I love it
Here in Germany you get it for 9000 Euros with AC, Radio and a 5 years warranty.
9000 for minimum 5 years without problems for a brand new realiable car.
WTF do you want more?
Thinking about getting one of these bad boys for the job site.. 😎
I mean if you want a cheap starter car, it does it's job with excellence.
Or you could get a Versa which is much bigger for less money.
And also a complete piece of shit.
I'd argue a Honda Fit does the same job, but stays reasonably fun to drive and doesn't have trim rattles everywhere.
The Mirage GT is $17,000, but a similarly equipped Fit EX-L is nearly $22,000. That is quite a difference in price, plus the Fit offers few if any rebates to bring the price down. The Mirage has rebates all the time.
It just depends on what you want and how much you want to spend.
Exactly right. Good luck getting a nice discount on a Fit. I got $4,300 off the sticker price of my Mirage. Didn't even have to haggle. Fully loaded except Nav. Try and get a new Fit nearly loaded for $12,000. It won't happen. I'd never pay anywhere near sticker for the Mirage, but an excellent value with discounts.
it really doesnt sound so bad at least for city. Like cars in japan you dont need high speed and acceleration because theres nowhere to use it. You just need something to get somewhere, also parking is limited there. You can get new vehicles for less than $5000 there.
the Mitsubishi dealer near me usually has them on sale for 9k. they aren't terrible if you can find them for a price like that
I suspect the truth lies somewhere between the jaded auto journalists who can't comprehend any car that doesn't have 350 hp and a heated steering wheel, and some of the infatuated owners who can't see past the gas mileage ratings. I drove one of these at my local Mitsubishi dealer last week and found it to be surprisingly acceptable for a small, cheap, low powered car. But this is coming from a person who likes the appearance of some of the 2 decades old cars better than many of today's "Star Wars" inspired cars, and still looks back fondly on his 1964 Renault R8 1100. I wouldn't pay $15,000 for one of these though, and the sales manager seemed insulted that I would question paying MSRP. For $10,000 I'd seriously consider it.
That dealer was an idiot too. Plenty of other dealers letting them go for $11k. The best is to buy one only a year old and under $10k miles for $8k. The powertrain warranty is transferable, not that you'll need it. These are extremely basic engines, not alot to go wrong.
That is a higher end model but the base model can go for about 10K minimum. This car has fog lights, push button start, hid lights , alloy wheels etc... That's why the car is at 17K. This guy doesn't know what the hell he's talking about. Give my comment a thumbs up if you agree. 👍😀
Dealers like to load on packages and CVT here in the US. I just wanted the $13,000 one, and ended up going with a different brand.
The cvt and manual are literally 2 different vehicles. The five speed is nice, peppy, and gives good control. Not so much with the cvt.
Korrekt
are you guy's in new York ?
I bought mine today! :)
You did good rapping and rhyming.
Your my favorite car reviewer.
Its a basic car you get what you pay for its good for people on a budget
Thats right
He can crap on this car all he wants.I still love my Mirage. We all can't afford or want the cars he likes.
Gute Aussage 👍
Used 2018 at just 5k miles, I've see it for just under $10 k, great local commuter.