2022 Mitsubishi Mirage Review | Starting at UNDER $15,000!
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- In this video I'll go for a test drive & completely review the NEW 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage! I'll test out acceleration, braking, steering feel, cargo space, rear legroom, exhaust clip & much more!
Big thanks to Younger Mitsubishi in Hagerstown, MD for allowing me to check out the NEW 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage! For more information on their inventory please feel free to visit their website below!
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I have a 2015 mirage i bought brand new, im at 106,000 miles with no issues. Just have to keep up with maintenance and this bad boy can be a great daily driver. I still get 40MPG just going around town. Also not to bad in the snow. Just have your expectations in the right spot. CVT is pretty bad tho i will say, if i could go back id get the manual.
That's great to hear at 106,000 you have had no issues.I own a 2020 mirage 5 speed and man I love my car.Cvt are to rubber bandie sounding for my liking and absorb to much horsepower from the already little 78 hp engine.Be sure to use genuine Mitsubishi auto trans fluid in your CVT.Dont try to save a few bucks and get multi-vehicle CVT trans oil.Change every 30,000.Remember it's cheaper to change the oil than to buy a REBUILT trans you won't be happy with.Thanks,Aaron
Stick or CVT?
Bad in what way? It optimizes fuel economy, doesn't have that fake shift bullshit, and has proven to be reliable despite being a JATCO CVT7.
I love the CVT. But I see that it is not for spirited driving. I do not, so it fits my driving style perfectly. No complaints here.
Such a incredible car!
I bought a 2020 5-speed in December 2020. I'm glad that I really dug into the consumer reviews and ignored the so-called professional reviews on this car, because this car is the best value vehicle I have ever owned by far. I don't regularly use it for the freeway or the city, but a perfect vehicle for a rural commute for speeds normally in the 35-65 range along state routes and small towns, and I get 45-46 mpg in the winter measuring the mpg tank to tank, and 47-49 in warm weather. Yes it makes some road noise, yes it has some power train noise and a whinny sound decelerating in 2nd gear and worthless sun visors, but this little 74 peak ft lb torque somehow just cruises right up hills and has plenty of utility and worry free so far. I paid $11,820 before tax; $13.1K OTD; traded a 2017 Kia Soul that absolutely had no soul and mediocre mpg, and came out with a great car with a 100K power train warranty owing $5,700 and $93/mo payment for new transportation and go nearly 400 miles using only 8 gallons of gas. No direct injection or turbos to worry about. No CVT or auto tranny to worry about. Amazing car, amazing value. You may see reviews saying it's a rough ride or poor handling. Those are lies. It handles and rides just fine unless you are using a sports car standard to measure it's usability. I would not recommend a Mirage as a high speed daily interstate cruiser, as 4500 RPM would return the same mpg as a 4 cylinder compact such as a Corolla and so loses its advantage in that scenario, and as a city car, the CVT would be better.
Mr Faulkner I could not agree with you more my friend.It does handle freeway driving just fine and 77 mph is still eco mode.Above that you still get good gas mileage,all 3 cylinders run high in the rpm range even at low speeds.Easily a 400,000 mile motor and when it's time for a motor google LKQ parts online and get delivered to your house or local trusted shop a complete engine with 10-20 thousand miles for 900-1100 dollars.Hands down the best new car and cheapest replacement cost car on the market today Take care,Aaron patrick
Everything agreed, but CVT is not for city.
@@Mitchell527My recommendation about the transmission choice for the city is based on the assumption that many drivers would be turned off by a manual set up for urban-only driving; nothing specific about this transmission in general.
The CVT works well if you change the fluid every 20k mi. My aunt has a 2015 Mirage CVT with 178k mi and her transmission still works fine. She changes the fluid every 20k mi
here in socal i will go for the cvt. thanks for the info. best bang for the buck and its new
My 2022 mirage got caught attention and being appreciated once by an evo owner in Raleigh NC which I appreciate a lot XD
Bought mine last month! I love it! Gas to fill up is 25$ 😮💨
Did you consider the 2022 Nissan Versa? It's only $250 more expensive, but is safer, similar fuel efficiency, better handling since it's 3 inches wider and better tires. If you did consider it, what made you choose the mirage over the versa?
@@igotanimac1 I considered it but the Mirage was still cheaper In my area and it's way smaller so it's easier to park when you live in NYC.
@@igotanimac1 ok you have to be stupid to buy a Nissan. Their CVT transmissions will break and have been breaking at 30-50k miles. Even though Mitsubishi and Suzuki buy the Jatco transmission that Nissans have, they program them differently to not have virtual shift points that Nissans have and they pair them with less powerful engines so there isn’t much strain. But I do recommend changing the CVT fluid every 20k mi or every year whichever comes first. My aunts 2015 mirage cvt has 178k mi and it still works fine she Just changes the cvt fluid every 20 k mi
@@rocketshiftgaming5693 Stupid to buy a Nissan? That depends on who you ask and how they drive, and what model Nissan they got. You'd be stupid buy a 2.5L or greater car with a CVT, because those people are more likely to drive aggressively and cause a higher than average acceleration of strain for CVT internal components, those cars are also heavier, best to go with traditional automatic if you're going with a 2.4/2.5L or greater engine. They work fine in 1.0-2.0L engines, with maintenance and OEM fluid. Lot of people also got their CVT destroyed when they let places like Jiffy Lube use aftermarket fluids or incorrect fluids.A lot of people also don't ever change their CVT fluid until it's too late. Nissan also upgraded CVT internal components in 2019, in time for the launch of the new generation Nissan Versa. So if you get this new Nissan, you'll most likely be fine. Nissan and Mitsubishi are part of the same alliance, and share many identical parts, didn't know they programmed one to have virtual shift points and not the other, from what I've read, the issue was the belt inside the transmission not being strong enough among other internal components. Toyota also had problems with their CVT, pretty much every manufacturer has had problem with CVT in the early stages, but over time they upgrade components to fix any reliability issues.
From a full tank, how many miles until empty?
I researched these cars for over a year before buying, I closed the deal 2 days after the testdrive. This little car absolutely exceeded my expectations. I have no trouble merging onto the highway or passing. With only 600 miles on the odometer, I got 40.7 mpg on the highway at 70mph with the cruise control on. Just imagine what it'll get once it breaks in. DONT believe anything that you hear from the automotive journalists, most dont know what they're talking about
Saw one of these in person. I have never seen a car that screams "Japanese commuter" like this one. Its kind of cool in a way.
This is all I need honestly. Has Apple CarPlay and is reliable, perfect for my needs.
exceptionaly reliable fun to drive , l am always happy when I drive my small n beautiful Mirage
Thank you Mitsubishi for making this great reliable simple to use and maintain entry level car for the little guy. Not all of us can afford a fully loaded Accord or Camry.
Yes, even korean garbage isn't as cheap as this authentic cheap JDM car. We must pay our respect to Mirage' for making a true peoples car!!
I just bought mine the other day!! I can’t wait for it. Does exactly what I need it to.
Did you consider the 2022 Nissan Versa? It's only $250 more expensive but a much better car overall with similar fuel efficiency.
Always fascinated with small cars, this car has been insulted left and right with reviewers all over the world. The real reviews about this car can be seen in Australia and SEA. Honestly, small cars have been getting a growing number of supporters in SEA because of fuel prices. This is one of the efficient ones. AND we have the Suzuki Swift as it's competitor.
Almost all the negative reviews came from American auto reviewers. Not surprising because they are spoiled rotten.
@@kylemas2005 Good point. Even American burger flippers think they can afford expensive cars because they sign up for 84 month payment plans.
I got my '14 used and it had some city miles on it. Besides the exhaust falling off it has been extremely dependable, even with significant abuse. I've even towed with it (5MT). I probably wouldn't try that with the CVT but your mileage may vary. This car is loud at highway speeds, and steering feel is very light but responsive. The car is very well equipped for how cheap it is. 4x100 wheels were very common on 90s Japanese cars, and this is a 90s Japanese car. Buy any old Honda wheels on Craigslist and transform your car for $200
Mirage is one of the few last tin-can cheap JDM cars. Mirage should get more respect.
The turn signal indicators in the fenders. Im obsessed.
I like the reviews but both of your mirage vids you say there is only one sound system. Please review a mirage that has the upgraded sound system from Rockford fosgate. It's been an option since 2014 and I feel if more people knew of it then it would help!
I bet we'll see more of these on the road now won't we.
The way things are going… time to save more and spend less.
Let's see...they don't take many chips to make and use an older process node anyway so they won't be affected much by the chip shortage, their practicality and reliability gives them an edge in the consumers' eyes, their class leading fuel economy is a plus when fuel prices are going up, and being that they are often the cheapest option available a public cash starved from inflation may yet be able to afford one.
@@johnrickard8512 Good analysis, but.... the number of Mirages sold is falling. The model is reaching the end of its life, unfortunately. But that is not surprising after 10 years.
With the gas price going up, dealers or manufactures aren't gonna thrown in rebate or loan discount anytime soon.
BTW, It is not uncommon for someone to trade in their 15-20 mpg truck/SUV for this one. I mean it sounds weird and unique at first but it has happened. I'm not gonna bash them for their choice.
Mitsubishi mirage 2022 hatchback is dry in Florida. Do you know when the next inventory coming?
@@Prime-nf5yy Call the dealer. They have the answer for you
@@edgaryzen4925 dealers say in a week, a month or 6 month.. i think nobody really knows.
@@Prime-nf5yy yeah they're hot right now with the chip shortage and gas going up so fast. Used ones in Michigan going for $15k plus.
That warranty is crazy
Great basic transportation if you can find one - don't buy used - go with new 👍
This^ especially with the manual transmission. Thats the cheapest one ever.
Just bought a 2022 Mitsubishi es but got double warranty. I’m currently getting anywhere from 4.9 to 5.7 per 100 km fill up is 47.00 and I will get 560km on a tank!
You have the manual or cvt ?
@@petersimplife cvt
I'm going to Test this very car out tomorrow, it's a '22 with 26,000 miles on it. If all goes well, I will close on it tomorrow. Have you taken yours on long road trips? If so, how many times did you fill up ?
I think its worth the price. For me, its perfect (just wish it had a sun roof) but I rather have a nice bike and a car that can get me from A to B. For 15,000 they can't catch me with a ridiculous interest rate. Just drive out the lot with it. 👌
Thanks !
Great review…
Thanks!
I have a 2015 CVT Mirage from new. I love that car to bits. I need economy (alimony, studying child and mortgage and all that). It has had zero defects in its entire life (85.000 miles 130.000 km). I also drove mid sized sedans. Honestly, apart from a bit more noise, I do not notice a lot of change in comfort. Suspension, seats, steering and brakes it just all fits the car. Road holding is excellent. One tip if you purchase it new or used. Do a wheel alignment! I read on the Mirage forum that 33% of Mirages have a bad alignment on the rear axle and it cannot be adjusted. You will need to fit a new rear axle then and hope you will be in the lucky 66% then. Mine was OK (but the front camber was way out of alignment from new, but that can be adjusted, although it was so bad, it took some effort).
This car is great. Simple point A-B $15k car and fairly inexpensive
Mg3 is cheaper, have more power and have better interior.
@@asmc1492 I know but irrelevant for US buyer
You ain't getting it for 15 grand anywhere... Cheapest I could find is $23,000 which included a whopping $4,000 add market value the dealer was charging. Wow.
@@tenfourproductionsllc idk what you were doing wrong. The cheapest I could find is $15.5k.
@@tenfourproductionsllc in Québec i can find it 14,800$ new
@gold pony, would you pick this or the Spark as the better car?
If I were in the market for a brand new car, this one is pretty tempting. I already have a 2013 Chevy Spark base model, so this car would actually be an ever so slight upgrade. Maybe not in performance, but amenities.
Please do a video of top ten best cheap cars!!
I am considering getting this car the base model CVT tomorrow. I drive daily back and forth for work though a lot of hills. Will it give me issues going up inclines at all?
Small inexpensive cars like this have their place. I drove a Geo Metro back in grad school. Merging onto the DC and Baltimore Beltways was always a knuckle-biting experience. Best speed was impulse power...it was not warp capable. I am sure this car would be about the same....its the driver, not the car. You can be safe in any vehicle if you know how to drive. One good place for the Mirage, is for them to race against golf carts and ATVs at Beaver Springs. Maybe use a few Mirages in Easter Egg hunts or as props in a Jackass movie. Kudos to Gold Pony for giving this little beast a fair shot.
And… the simple FACT is this: American drivers have become complete and total pricks. You merge on and off at speed. The Mirage has NO PROBLEM getting up to speed whatsoever. The issue here is a complete and utter lack of courtesy for their fellow drivers. Whenever I drive, I drive the same regardless of what I’m driving. I’ve got a State Police Expedition with the 5.4 and it’ll move whenever you put your foot in it. I don’t drive it any differently than the Mirage. Piss on anyone who is so discourteous that they can’t take their foot off the gas or merge into the passing lane, so as not to run into you. Besides, at $4.50+ gas right now, if you haven’t modified your lead foot driving habits, you really are an asshole!
Yes. The key to safe driving experience is to drive DEFENSIVELY regardless of what cars. use common sense and be alert. Thankfully the Mirage can help you drive defensively and even more so with a manual transmission.
You should have kept the Geo Metro, nowadays with the rising gas mileage and inflation on used cars. Those metro are worth gold.
@@applepoop10 to be fair, nobody from years ago saw the car being somewhat desirable right now. Beside, it lacks safety features and modern size so to go back to that era car would be questionable
@@applepoop10 your 100% correct.people like yourself I love talking to because you know your stuff even though you don't comment alot or careless about having tons of subs on your channel.
under 15? LOL at my dealership it's $20,000!!! Market adjustment and product availability fees lol
I did some math. The gas savings from this car vs my work truck...
Truck avg 20L/100km at $1.90 per L costs me $3800 in gas for one year/10,000km.
A generous estimate of 7L/100km avg with the Mirage is $1300 for the same distance, a savings of $2500 per year.
That's $12,500 gas savings by the end of year 5.
If gas gets more expensive, or if the Mirage can do better than 7L/100km, the gap only widens.
Let's say fuel price climbs to $2.15/L and stays there.
This would put my gas bill to $4300 per 10,000km with the truck.
Let's also say the Mirage gets 45mpg avg, which is 5.2L/100km, $1120 per year at $2.15/L.
This would mean a savings of $3180 per year/10,000km.
Total difference: $15,900 by the end of year 5.
Okay, to get realistic: let's say I have to use the work truck about 50% of the time. So it takes twice as long to see the savings.
Still, that's up to $16K saved in 10 years on gas alone, and allows the truck to last longer with less miles on it. Mirage basically pays for itself.
I only paid $9,299 for a brand new Mirage. If I had qualified for the all the rebates, it would have been $7,799. It's a good thing I didn't pay more, because I don't have a gas guzzling truck to compare it, too. When I bought it in 2017, it was the most affordable, reliable, economical option out there. People can think whatever they want. I know what I have, & I am completely satisfied!
@@driftlesshunter9200 That's awesome.
2017 was the year to buy.
Seems like most new cars are just masturbatory debt-boxes. Glad you're happy with the Mirage.
I got lots of respect for practical vehicles. Mine is going to be the stick shift.
I bought 2 cuz y not lol i put the other in storage to bring out in 20 years. It will be the only one left in the world 😂
Does the Mirage offer Siriusxm satellite radio in any Mirage model ???????
I own a 2020 mirage 5 speed manual and it gets 40-50 miles per gallon everyday.cvt are garbage and absorb a large portion of horsepower.the manual in these cars are the way to go with less moving parts,no trans overheat issues,no auto trans fluid to leak and make a mess.best A to B car I have ever owned.easy to work on if needed and cheap to fix.Everything you need and nothing you don't.Get a manual.This 3a92 block has been around since the late 80's and Mitsubishi engineers even designed a timing chain for this engine instead of the previous setup with a timing belt.This engine is built proof.
Ok my aunt’s 2015 Mirage CVT has 178k mi on it and it works fine. She changes the CVT fluid every 20k mi or every year whichever comes first to avoid the fluid from getting dirty, other than that she’s been happy with the vehicle and one of my friends has 89k on her 2018 Mirage and her cvt is fine also. She also changes it at 20k mi. Why this hate toward the cvt? You can’t complain about something you don’t take care of.
@@rocketshiftgaming5693 agree with you 100% on fluid changes.most people don't and wonder why there cvt failed.thanks Aaron patrick
Never driven a cvt transmission, what's the issues with them?
At least it is rain proof!
Great video. I’ve seen several of your videos and know you are in Maryland. Are there any dealerships in our area selling the Venza without markups?
The perfect car to save lot of money of gas! 🙌🏻
I love mine, a 2017 ES Cvt.
I'd rather drive a V8.
Mirage is a true peoples car!
Okay, I get it. Mitsubishi is required by U.S. Federal mandate to put a rear camera on all of its vehicles. Just like every other brand. And yes, on very small vehicles such as the Mirage, it's a downright goofy mandate. But, every other car-maker has found a way to hide that rear camera on the back. Mitsubishi just plops it on there with zero effort to hide it or somehow stealthy integrate it back there. It looks awful.
Wow this exists but the lancer doesn’t anymore. They literally could have worked on improving the mpg on the lancer and have a stylish design. At least the outlander looks nice.
I agree. They should bounce back with at least a lancer and in the future the Evo.
Maybe there a reason because they don't want to use Nissan engine or power train.
But would love to see a future lancer, and possibly a Evo Lancer.
Stay gold pony boy. 😊
My second choice for a car since Honda doesn't make the Fit anymore...pity, that.
hahaha, you look like a 90s cartoon character, that's awesome
We have a 2022 and paying over 20 for a base model with no arm rest or power seats it's easily 15k for this model I mean we don't even have rims we have the hubcaps
This is also a huge seller in south east asia for most of the reasons discussed here, also I don't need a fast car I just need a reliable car that can run on the smell of an oily rag.
I had a 2015 5 speed I would cap out at about 52 mpg on the highway granted I set the cruise at 65 and left it there
Just drove 2022 Mirage. Got it up to 5,000 RPM in first and second gear. Driven a stick for years and never got a car to rev that high. Is this common?
@@kennethdolan7116 I typically shift at 3,000 rpm in the mirage
@@kennethdolan7116 some little motors like those don't mind revving that high I mean it's only a 3 cylinder
I wouldn't really go by Doug's review, that one was an older model but yes it appears mostly the same but evidently Mitsubishi has since updated a bit and mostly appears to be the front end and the seats, for the sound you can upgrade to the Rockford Fosgate system which has to be 1000x better than what this car comes from the factory with as standard. For a cheap econo-box to get you from point a to b it can't really be beat. I don't own one but I would definitely go for the manual mainly due to the issues all the manufacturers have had with cvt's where they have so called lifelong fluid in them and supposedly doesn't need to be changed. CVT's do have their place in certain applications but I will take my chances with the cost of replacing the clutch than I would replacing the CVT, a lot of these today you can't get them rebuilt so you're stuck getting one from the dealer or taking a chance on a used one if you can even find it. Mitsubish used a really small tire and good luck finding them in that size, I doubt the tire shop will have them in stock and will have to order them or you can find them online but they won't be the best tires either. I'm sure they went with that size due to the little power that the car has that by going with larger more common tires it would rob too much hp.
See my avatar? That was my 2014 DE CVT Mirage that I put 100k hard ass Uber miles on it and never once had an issue, besides a failing door lock actuator. I totaled it last December and went with a new 2021 ES CVT Mirage with full confidence knowing I was getting a frugal but well stocked with amenities, gas sipper with proven reliability. The seats haven't been upgraded with better material, just with a different stitch pattern. The 4 factory stock speakers are actually not bad at all. You can thank Mitsubishi Electric for that, but yes, I'd of loved to of had the Rockford Fosgate amp feature, but it didn't justify the added cost. However with stock speakers I have no issues doing 75mph down the highway and listening to soft spoken podcasts.
The JATCO CVT7 found in the Mirage is perfectly suited as the Mirage curb weight is only 2100 lbs. and it only have 74 lbs. of torque. CVT reliability, with preventative maintenance isn't an issue for Mitsubishi or Suzuki, like it is with Nissan or the Chevy Spark.
Urethane wheel is more durable than the leather one. I don't recommend the leather, I upgraded mine (to get cruise control and audio controls which my '14 didn't come with) and the leather has worn out significantly on the left where I hold it. Feels awful.
I have a 2015 one with leather steering wheel. I have no wear on that at all. I do put a cloth over it in summer when parked, though. That helps.
@@ronaldderooij1774 Full disclosure: mine came in the mail pre-worn, so I don't really know how it got as bad as it is.
Is the base model a pedal car?
The engine is actually Co-Developed with Daimler so it ha some Mercedes blood in it ahahaha.
I don't think Mitsubishi fixed the rear (out of alignment from the factory) issue yet. That is a terrible black mark against it. They should have fixed this immediately, so basically it means many cars leave the factory out of alignment spec in the rear. You can't adjust it.
Is this true? Never heard of this issue
@@edgaryzen4925 From what I've read on the Mirage Forum, this problem was most common on the 2014/2015 models. After 2017 I think it's been pretty much alright. Doesn't make the car veer off the road, just the tires wear out a bit prematurely.
@@KF1 good to know. Thank you.
Best car ever but overpriced. Should be sub 13k with auto trans
Should be, would be, it doesn’t matter at this time. If you REALLY NEED a car, you have no choice but to pick your poison.
If you don’t need it, then it is irrelevant.
You guys are lucky that you get a manual tranny. Here in Japan they come only as CVT.
I wasn't even aware cars were still manufactured with 14" steel wheels. I thought that fazed out years ago.
I turned down a NEW, pink, manual 2017 Mirage G4 for $7800 + TTL from a dealer in Florida. That was an interesting test drive and offer. I was tempted and the dealer was clearly motivated. They were swimming in Mirages.
Crash test ratings and build quality ultimately steered we away from Mirage. I bought a new 2017 Prius Prime for $22.3k + TTL instead. The $4.5k federal tax credit was realized the next year. Much better decision.
A mirage at $15k is a non-starter. Please be aware they could not give these cars away just a few years ago.
Looking back at your buying decision, are there anything that you wished you would had done differently?
I sat in a 2017 2 months ago, at a used car dealership. My midsize car gets 25 mpg, and this got 38. Its way too small and unsafe in an accident. I can't justify safety, comfort, power, quietness, roominess, all for the sake of 13 mpg extra. The cost is just too high to justify that. If gas got to 8 a gallon and it's either this or a motorcycle, then yes I would totally get the mirage.
It’s a bare bones economy car. What did the naysayers expect?
So weird, in Africa, manual transmission cars are expensive than the automatics. I'm amazed that mitsubishi mirage manual transmission is cheaper than the automatic.
Gas prices brought me to this video
You'd think the black edition would at least come with a turbo.
Or a self-destruct button.
Can’t get one these days.
I do think there's a place for this car...my 2018 hyundai elantra 2.0 with the manual transmission gets 45mpg all day long in summer weather. High 30's with snows and cold weather.
How is it Under15K When the dealerships are charging $19,000
Get the new generation Nissan Versa over this. It's only about $250-$300 more expensive but you get a bigger car, wider and longer for better handling/safety. Also rates better in some crash tests than the mirage. Is less likely to flip over due to it being lower and wider. Gets similar gas mileage. 32 City, 40 Highway (lower partly due to better and bigger tires) with reports of people achieving over 50 MPG. For the price difference, I don't see why you wouldn't choose the Versa.
Nissan has that JaETCO CVT reliability issue. This is a different in house CVT. Nissan’s manual transmission is more reliable but nobody wants it and it sucks.
The Versa is not a fair comparison to the Mirage HB however is comparable to the sedan version of the Mirage called “G4”. I have the new one and I was shopping for the Versa S but then all Nissan dealers prioritize mark up over customer service w/ MSRP. Plus, the Versa don’t have Apple CarPlay Android Auto and get a bit less gas mileage. It alright. No personality IMO. The G4 get extra leg room from the rear, Apple CarPlay Android Auto, very nice trunks space (I’m sure Versa get a lol bit more) aggressive looks, and more.
Mitsubishi dealer that I went to has a solid track record of customer service plus very little to zero mark up. Very opposite of Nissan and because I for example wanted to get the proven-reliable brand new sedan, 45-50 MPG HWY with a manual transmission option and Apple CarPlay Android Auto along with a personality ie aggressive looks and 3 cylinders charm, it was a done deal.
Buying a car in general shouldn’t be a negative one and should meet realistic expectations from research, price, and customer service. All three objectives have to be fulfilled to be in good term IMO.
@@edgaryzen4925 JATCO cvt transmission had internal hardware components upgraded right around the time this new generation Nissan Versa came out. So those components that caused problems in older certain model Nissans have now been upgraded, some new generation Nissan owners have already gone well over 50K miles with no transmission problems. No, the mirage uses JATCO CVT. Nissan and Mitsubishi are part of the same alliance, and together use JATCO transmissions.
The versa does have Apple Carplay, but only in SV and SR trim. The mirage might be slightly cheaper by about $250-$1,000, depending on mark up. For me personally, the slight price difference is worth the better wider and grippier tires, handling, design and safety (especially side tests where it performed significantly worse than Versa).
@@igotanimac1 for the CVT trim option, you make a good point. Though for the manual of Versa S and G4 ES, well it comes down to horse power vs CarPlay Android Auto and rear seat comforts.
@@igotanimac1 it would be cool and wesome for someone to do a video comparison on the differences of Versa S and G4 ES manual option. A very nice comparison IMO
The Nissan Versa has a horrible CVT transmission which is the reason I turned away from that car
You can't find them cheap locally anymore, they want 20k for a car that you used to ba able to buy for 13k 2 years ago
76hp would get me killed in the city
Get a license plate that says FLRNIT
These cars are either very hot or, lost in the shippping problems. None available in the entire Lehigh Valley
I'm definitely not gonna dunk on this car for being a low price, economical vehicle for people who just need a small vehicle to get around, it certainly fits the bill, but man does this car make me laugh
Hoping crash protection is much improved since the initial 2014 model. You don't expect a car in this price class to equal more costly models from major car makers but this NHTSA offset crash test of the 2014 model doesn't inspire confidence, to say the least. th-cam.com/video/K1BGtbKOAOM/w-d-xo.html
The new one get seven airbags, 4/5 star crash rating compare to their competitors. The new one gets collision mitigation system as standard option and lanes departure warning system as well for the upper trim level.
The key to minimize collision is defense driving. This car is slow and can help you with that, as to be alert and common sense especially with a manual transmission
@@edgaryzen4925 Agree with all you say here. They likely have improved the structure/crash protection since the initial 2014 model, probably more so with the 2021 refresh.
@@RagShop1 indeed mate. Heck the video link below pretty much solidify the mirage being purposeful for a very good reason:
th-cam.com/video/ygPEugNkBos/w-d-xo.html
Drive the manual transmission much better then CVT
I watched the 2023 video you did I don’t see much of a difference
I know it kinda defeats the purpose of this car but it would look so much better with slightly bigger wheels and tires..
You can do that. It would still get really good mileage, but lose some torque.
I believe you can go up to 185-85-15R, a tad bit smaller than modern Corolla
I purchased this exact car. Im averaging 45mpg mixed. Added 15 inch wheels and tires and foglights. Great car for point a to b. I drive 30 mins each way highway speeds. Its been great so far. Its comparable to an older civic in feel. I also have the new outlander which is much nicer. But if your choice is a used car or this definitely get this
@@henryvidals8552 agree! No compromise as well unlike used car!
Grab a ‘22 while you can, the manual has been dropped for 2023.
I would not feel safe in this car on a highway. This is for city driving only
Put a turbo on it
Race the little beast at Beaver Springs.
There's a turbo kit on it even a supercharger and it's a beasts
Can I do Uber with this car?
I like engine noise but not that engine 🤣
I bet repairs are cheap too.
The Chevrolet Spark is way better
This is perfect for the ladies, they can drop the kids off at school and still have plenty of room for picking up the groceries. Women don't need anything fancy and this will be good reliable transportation.
Yes I agree! But lady's need a giant SUV, or 4 door pick-up to do those job's, don't they?
Yet they buy huge gas guzzlers like Tahoe, Telluride, Grand Cherokee, even Chevy Traverse
My Lawn Tractor is just about as fast as that. Also very cheap looking!!!
I bought a Mirage in 2017 when they were discounted to $9,000 brand new. If you qualified for 3 different rebates, it could have been as low as $7,500 for a brand new car. Yet, it still had basic features like remote entry/power locks, power windows, & several other nice features. My Dad bought a 700 series John Deere lawn mower about the same time, & he paid more than I paid for my Mirage. My Mirage get 40-50 mpg year round. It been ultra reliable & fun to drive. I will gladly race your lawn mower any time. 5-speed manual is a hoot to drive. My Mirage may look cheap, but my guess is your lawnmower is slow! It's sad Americans don't embrace economical cars like these.
false try one
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@@driftlesshunter9200
I wish I had bought one back then when they were cheaper. My mom was recommending it, but sadly I didn't listen.
Didn’t you just review the Mirage G4? Why do this one?
Well why not? Hatchback and sedan are not the same. The sedan has been far less popular and $1000 more expensive anyways.
@@edgaryzen4925 I am confused what is the difference?
What do you care why he reviewed it. Maybe he just felt like it considering the price of petrol rising each day!
@@caglioso Mitsubishi can answer that for you
@@AladdinSaneNYC well right. I mean high fuel cost is already trending and there are folks out there considering the alternatives, EVEN the extreme one.
This car desperately needs a power train upgrade then maybe more people would buy it.
Your missing the point what this car is about.This setup gets 50 mpg per miles but stay away from the cvt.The car is bullet proof with the manual trans and regular oil changes.
I find that funny! I've owned three vehicles with less horsepower than my Mirage in the past. Why ruin a good thing? Buy something else with more horsepower if that's your thing. I suggest learning how to drive manual & enjoy the experience!
What it’s missing is a 6 speed manual transmission.
Unacceptably slow. Wouldnt drive it even if someone gave it to me. The suspension is scary wobbly at highway speeds. Sound system is really bad. When i drove it? It took 10 seconds to get to just 35mph.
try one
@@jacquelinhebert4923 i have. Have you? Slower then the 09 Hyundai accent i had. And this is a 2022 car. Ridiculous.
This car seems so boring and the horsepower is lackluster. I’m currently driving a 2010 Lancer and I’m tired of it. It’s a good basic car but it’s not a fun drive.
You should buy a 2023 Toyota Corolla. It has 169 horsepower, much more than your Lancer!
The horsepower makes this car a safety issue. Plus it’s ugly
i’d shit myself driving this in austin
That what lots of folks, including you, perceived but that's not the case for the owners.
Not an issue at all my friend. I've done over 3k Uber rides on fast/dangerous Atlanta highways and never had an issue merging and keeping up with traffic. You'd be surprised how little power a 2100lb car needs. 30 years ago many small cars weren't even over 90HP and they got around just fine.
@214 Videos you'd be totally fine. It cruises at 75mph nicely and like any subcompact, it's a little louder on the inside than a Cadillac.
Learn how to drive a manual & enjoy the drive! You must be young? I've owned 3 vehicles with less horsepower than a Mirage. I think most new cars these days are ugly. So I won't argue that.
I own a 2016 Scion iM 6sp (payed 12.5k 2 years ago with 35k miles) and couldn't imagine paying money for this. Yikes
Your past purchase is Incomparable and irrelevant to current market condition. No one could buy a $200,000 house in Los Angeles anymore.
Yikes? If the Mitsubishi is such a bummer to you then why bother viewing the vid or making a comment on it?
Or you could of paid that and gotten a new Mirage mi amigo. Both reliable, proven hatchbacks, one geared for pure fuel economy, the other, more refinement and better handling. Hatchback owners need to support one another or were not going to have any cheap shitboxes available.
I paid $9,299 ($14,220 window sticker) for a brand new 2017 Mirage ES manual). Had I qualified for the 3 rebates it would have been $7,999 for a brand new car. I agree that I wouldn't pay the current price for a new Mirage, but your Scion was bought before the big hike in used car prices, too. Try buying a new Scion today. I know of a Mirage with over 400,000 miles on it. My Mirage saves wear & tear on my older Forester & gets almost twice the gas mileage. I bought a Mirage so I can avoid having a vehicle payment for 10-15 years & save on gas at the same time.
@@driftlesshunter9200 luck you! I wish I could be your friend 🙂 (I’m serious. I mean no sarcasm)
My bicycle is faster than this car
It drives like that and breaks like that because it's made for someone's grandmother
zero reason to buy this over a Hyundai accent or Kia rio.. or any used car that is a year or two old... a 3 cylinder car with 76hp sucks and to say the power train has a 200,000 mile warranty is a joke and something they KNOW they will never have to fulfill...
You're bashing something you have never owned?
Thank you for your reply to that comment. I agree with you TOTALLY! 👍♐
I'm too not seeing Mitsubishi last for another 20 years lol
Mirage has better mpg, more cargo volume room, better price, and has proven itself reliable since 2014. I'm still waiting to see if Hyuandai/ KIA new IVT is reliable. It'll be a few years till we know.
I'd have to agree. the hyundai accent is a way better car all around for just a little more.
My god, what a horrible car
wonderful small car try one
Not if you are poor, this thing is miles ahead of ultra cheap cars of the past like the Geo Metro and I'd even say Chevy Aveo. Not everybody needs an exciting car.
This car is garbage dude
How do you know? Test drive it? I bet not!
@@AladdinSaneNYC I had a friend that had one they really are terrible
What didn't you like about your Mirage? Most who own them really like it.
@@driftlesshunter9200 never owned a mirage one of my friends had one and he said they cars are awful
They said... I have 2017 Es CVT, and, I say it's a blast to drive me and my dog around. 50 + MPG is nie too!!