2021 Mitsubishi Mirage Review | A NEW CAR for UNDER $15k
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.ค. 2024
- In this video I'll go for a test drive & completely review the NEW 2021 Mitsubishi Mirage! I'll test out acceleration, braking, steering feel, cargo space, rear legroom, sound system, exhaust clip & much more.
Big thanks to Platinum Mitsubishi in Mechanicsburg, PA for allowing me to check out the NEW 2021 Mitsubishi Mirage! For more information on their inventory please feel free to visit their website below.
www.MitsubishiPA.com
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I appreciate reviews of affordable cars. There's a large group of the population that cannot afford to drop $40-$50 thousand dollars on a vehicle.
Amen. I love cars and love to watch videos on all of them. However, most are too expensive and just a little too far out of reach for a lot of people.
Agree, also paying less for basic transportation and saving money for more important considerations or for future financial security is laudable.
Facts
.....and there are also those of us who can afford to drive any car we want, but find small efficient cars to be all that we want. I could drive a Bentley if I wanted to, but I drive a Honda Fit and love it.
@@reelreeler8778 you are smart and wise, and of course strong....people sometimes make fun of people who are frugal even though frugality is a virtue.
Honestly, we need more affordable new cars such as this, most of the market is going towards Crossovers, SUVs, Pickups, mostly utility vehicles which are fine if you need them, but there's nothing wrong with basic transportation cars such as the Mirage.
Exactly!
Amen! ♐
Dave Ramsey says that if you are wondering why you are poor, then just go look at what is in your driveway.
I drive 170 miles round trip, Monday thru Friday and at all hours of the day. I can tell beyond a shadow of a doubt that 95% of the idiots I see in these behemoths are mostly just commuting (because I routinely see the same ones over & over) & with one occupant in the vehicle, they most certainly don’t need it. I guess they don’t remember $4.00+ per gallon for gas we had a few short years ago. You couldn’t hardly give an SUV or a full-size pickup away. They were sitting everywhere for sale. That’s our population of lemmings for ya.
@@stevenpollard5171 Right on. Ramsey rocks.
You can actually get 50 MPG highway and 43 city. This is the last TRUE subcompact vehicle sold in America, now that Chevrolet is killing the Spark. This car makes a LOT OF SENSE for people that can spend 12-13k on a new car with a good warranty. Good job Mitusbishi for still selling basic affordable cars for the everyday man /woman. Haters are gonna hate... screw them.
Wow chevy really killing the spark? Is the next best comparison to the mirage in this price, size and value the Hyaundai accent?
Thought Chevy was killing the Sonic not the spark?
Mirage's tires are non-existent at Costco😞
Can I get a new one out the door for $10,000?
@@gif24gt60 not with the current chip shortage lol
I have a 2020 mirage with 70k miles no issues. I love it because it sips fuel and very easy to maintain plus parts are cheap. Very easy to park and drive. I would definitely buy one again if I needed to. Only purchase the base model though. Any model more than base and you’d be better off getting a civic forte or Corolla
My thoughts exactly. I have an appreciation for cheap cars but they only make sense in their base trims.
cvt trans?
In Miami, you could find a used 2021 for $20K, it’s crazy how these cars have appreciated. 2022 keeps on getting crazier.
I own bought my Mirage last June. I love my car. Gas everything so much cheaper, love how it drives, easy
Love that you review base models
Update. I've had it for a little over a month. 1800 miles on the odometer so engine has broken in. I've topped out at 51mpg on the highway doing 70mph and am averaging 44-46 in the city during a lot of stop and go. Read my previous comment for the description of what version I have.
What about the transmission?
I bought an ES manual back in Feb 2020 from 2019 model for $9990 plus tax and everything up to 13×××... Now it has 31××× i drove it to SD and Salt Lakr Utah from Vegas.. everything runs great!
Have a 2017 with 45,000 miles on it now, no issues, tight turning circle and fun to drive. I can squeeze 50 mpg if I try. It is an economy car, good quality, it is what it is.
I have a 2015 Mirage (with CVT) with 180.000 miles that I bought for my driving school. It gave me GREAT service, so I bought a 2021 Mirage in Dec 2021 for use with my school, as well. The 2021 already has 40,000 mi (in just 10 months). Have had no issues whatsoever. Mix of city/highway. GREAT mileage if you don't have a headwind. 42-48 mpg mixed use is common for me, even with lots of stop and go. Biggest issue for me is when practicing parallel parking, the power steering motor overheats fairly quickly making it hard to turn. Honestly, the biggest reason I bought this car is because of its simplicity. It is still a car that a shade tree mechanic like me can still work on. That alone saves tons of money. Since the car is relatively underpowered, the CVT works without issue. Keep up the maintenance schedule, though. I also changed tires to 175's for a bit more width. Helps lessen pothole impact on those 14" wheels a little bit. Overall, a decent car for the price. I would definitely buy another!
Really cool to see you doing the cheaper segment as well!!! I do like the features this has like auto climate and some safty stuff. Not my kinda car i think id go with a elantra or accent or forte myself but great review as always. Keep up all the hard work and stay gold bud!!!! 3 cylinder 😬😬
I found a 2015 Mirage 5 speed for $4,000. It didn't need a thing for state inspection as it was well maintained.
It has a timing chain, not a belt which means it's going to last. The structure is high tensile steel, so its safe.
Took it on a highway run and it got 50mpg.
I have the same 2021 es trim with the 5 speed manual and mine came with the factory carbon fiber front, side, and rear air dams body kit. It get way better gas mileage than the sticker says. I'm averaging 49.6 miles to the gallon on the Interstate with speeds varying from 70-75mph. I average around 42-43 in the city. It also tells you on the dash what your average gas mileage is. I absolutely love mine. Granted it's not the sportiest or fanciest sub compact out there but I bought it because of the gas mileage, price point, and the warranty.
I think a lot of people who dismiss this car will say you're better off buying a used civic, corolla, or whatever but they miss the point that some of us are looking for better gas mileage than those used choices can deliver. Looks like you made a great choice.
@@nitetrekker more importantly the simplicity of maintenance on a 3cyl car. And if equipped with a manual.. even easier.
I’m subscribed to your channel and I never get notified about your videos ever ... literally check my subscription videos everyday and nothing I even forgot I was subscribed until a random short popped up
Huh interesting 🤔
Imagine if Mitsubishi made a hot hatch version of this. I'd buy one immediately.
Yes with a 5sp manual
If this had like a 1.8L from a miata pushing like, 145hp, itll be the perfect car.
@@conceptc4105 the 2.0 in the ND2 makes 181. That would be pretty quick in a 2000LB mirage.
Simple, easy to work with. No excessive tech. Fuel efficient. Take my money
before "chip shortage" you could get brand new below $10K which was the best for the money
You could find a brand new Chevy trax for $12k back then too and a spark for under $10k
@@dabnisbrickey6527 it's true but mirage was a cheapest
I’ve got a 2019 ES CVT. About to get a 21 SE CVT. 20k for every single feature and 45+ mpg. Easy to work on and adequate features and comfort. I love mine and can’t wait to upgrade!
20k for a mirage is crazy.. I’d rather have a new Kia Forte, or a Hyundai Venue. But to each there own. 50 mpg is impressive I will say
@@Celtics20 the top trim is 20k. My base 2019 was 12k new.
such a perfect car being hated on for just being cheap :/
Yes,suv is madness
Would you choose this or the spark? Which do you think is better overall
I have a 2015 Mitsubishi hatchback I absolutely love my car I hardly have to gas up it's not a hybrid or electric that has problems and that are too expensive! I would buy another one in hot split second! 👍😊🙋♀️
Its a budget car that can take you from point A to Point B
Brand new car with top trim level SE for under 20K in 2021?! That is real good for limited budgets and people who want a new car with top warranty.
I bought a new 2014 Mirage in top trim ES for $11,900. At that price it was definitely worth it to me. Pushing $20k now is way too expensive for this car. There are much better driving choices at that price, like a mid-spec Accent, Rio, Versa, Venue, etc.
Dad and his wife both have 2017 mirage's. One is a manual and the other is the cvt. She is able to get 40+ mpg and dad is getting 50+ on average (dad has a Lightfoot and loves to see the high numbers FYI). They are good little a to b cars for more rural areas. Dad has taken his on trips out of state and says it does good. It's not going to impress you with its sufficient power, the base stereo or cheaper interior plastics, but fit and finish is decent and they are a relatively comfortable car to drive. They have had no issues for almost 60,000 miles and have been saving a lot on fuel. If you live in a city or a rolling Hill rural area, these cars will do just fine. If you live in a very hilly area with long steep grades, you may want to consider something with a little more horsepower or plan on being patient.
If going uphill daily for 5 miles straight gonna take me 5 minutes on the Mirage while the 6 cylinders 220 LBS SUV gonna get there in 3 minutes, then that's not a BIG problem in terms of longevity
What transmission get better mpg?
Manual seems to get better but that will depend on alot on the driver...
The manual get better MPG than CVT in certain terrain, speed, and weight
@@edgaryzen4925 tx
I have this rental right now. While I hated it at first, it’s growing on me. I just can’t understand how it doesn’t have an armrest (base model). As others have commented, it’s good to see affordable options for everyday working people.
I see so many people with these cars half treating them like you would a beater car... I've seen a few people run them around corners quickly and man it is so funny to see a tiny little car with tiny little tires roll like crazy around a corner!!!
Guilty as charged lol.
The manual is also a BLAST in the snow and ice 🤪
When I go to and from work there is so much traffic it wouldn't matter if it took the car 2 min to get to 60 mph as I never seem to over 30! lol
In my case I drive mostly highway and I have plenty of time to merge so accelerating is irrelevant to me.
I think the analogue instrument panel is fine.
To be honest, I love that exhaust sound. It sounds like a JDM.
What the hell is a jdm
I own a 2021 and with the chip shortage yeah right you wish that cheap if you actually get one that cheap that’s a gods gift
Wait do you really have to press the brake every time you start it. Even though it isn’t push button?
What's that black box by the rear view mirror?
I want a Mirage ES with the 5 speed manual in white but I don't want hubcaps, I want the rims from the LE.
I prefer the manual, much better acceleration and fun on the road. It's a shame they now only offer it on the base model. I have the 2014 SE trim and all options but with manual. Ideal combination since you have all the options but still have all the fun of the manual transmission !
I own 2019 Mitsubishi mirage ES 34k miles, for almost two years. I had to buy two front tires and oil change until now. However this car is too small for a family. The only thing I did not like is the small trunk and tires.It is a good car for college student, easy to drive and park.
Is the trunk space too small for a stroller? ☹️
@@edgaryzen4925 Yes
@@teckluv4413 bummer. :(
It's so cuteee
I was surprised the cost hadn’t really gone up since I bought one new in 1994 when I was in college but my older mirage was a bigger vehicle with a 1.5 liter four cylinder. I paid $13k for a fully load last loaded mirage. The shape isn’t sporty like my old vehicle. It’s kind of boxy.
The Mirage G4 is the sedan version. Great trunk room and aerodynamics if you don't need the hatch.
I just returned one as a rental while visiting here in California for a few days. Put maybe 400 miles onto it. It was like driving a lawnmower. Just needed something to get me to some tourist destinations, airport and I did drive it up 4,000 feet up Mt Diablo. It was really loud vs my Toyota Corolla. I am not sure if CA gas has anything to do with it.
Had just enough room for my suitcase and backpack in the back storage area.
Coincidentally enough a few days ago I got this from Platinum Mitsubishi and test drove with that exact license plate. XD
Haha that's awesome! 😁
thank you
I can definitely see how this car might be a good fit for someone on a strict budget. I, myself would definitely go with the Chevy Spark but to each their own. That acceleration test was hard to watch buddy. LOL
Put the car in sport and it goes much faster, why don't " reviews" tell this?
@@seanmcgivney7631 Or just get the MANUAL. That´s the one to get...
@@exionem some people just want a automatic, I did, after year's of driving MANUALS.
At least the Mirage CVT doesn’t fail as often as the Chevy Spark. One of the guys on the mirage forum owns a few mirages and acquired a single Chevy spark and that thing ate two transmissions while the mirage kept going.
Such a underrated automobile I work at Alamo Interprise and National car rental right next to LAX and I clean them for a living there really good little cars oil change brake inspection and we still rent them at 50 thousand miles people beat the shit out of them then they go to auction last to the real dying econo hatch backs still left outhere
Lots of dearer model cars don't come with middle seat flip up lid storage box these days which is good as all my Older toyota cars have always had one, so that's good value for the price of features extras and long warranty
I'm getting one
I just saw a used one of this and it was almost 20k. Searching for a used car is pointless now lmao
Correct. I'd only buy new right now in this market 👍
Rearview camera is a nice standard feature and on all trims. Yay.
Govt mandated since 2018
@@KF1 Did not know that; Good law.
@@jazzbeau507 now we just need the camera feed on bluetooth to people's phones and folks will know where they're going :)
Don't like the CVT? Consider standard transmission.
This would be a good inexpensive car to go back and forth to work, but in a manual transmission of course.
The cvt is actually more fuel efficient then the manual.
@@vincentnater9417 yah, but a dog. Nothing beats shifting your own gears. I have a 2018 elantra with the manual transmission. In the spring and summer weather without snow tires of course, I get high 40's for mpg. I do however like the mirage or at least the idea of it.
Wonder if these things are reliable. Looks like a good delivery drivers/gig work car
I imagine the manual is. Anything with a non Toyota CVT transmission is junk generally.
The exhaust note is very throaty on these I love it. You can hear it while driving at lower speeds and sounds sporty lol. The Mirage G4 sounds slightly different I noticed driving my 2021 Mirage SE hatch compared to my friends 2021 Mirage G4 SE back to back especially inside sound. Love it lol.
I’ve never heard a Mitsubishi Mirage described as sporty
@@bhartz-ru4sd Ahhh maybe sporty is not the best word lol. It definitely is not sporty but they exhaust note in person sounds like it should be on a small sports car, oddly deep and gruff for such a little car. The Mirage G4 has a different sound especially inside, but even outside somewhat, not sure why. Also the SE styling makes it look sportier than it is with all the upgrades like 15 inch 2 tone alloy wheels, projector led headlights, fog lights, led turn signals in mirrors and then adding the $995.00 exterior package with the front side and rear color keyed body extensions with simulated carbon fiber pattern trim with red striping really stands out. Looks pretty good for an economy subcompact and especially when compared to the base ES trim the SE looks way better especially in person.
I have exact car but I had to put fatter tires on it. Stock wheels were to tiny.
You would think they could have integrated the back up camera a little bit better than they did. Even for budget transportation, it looks tacked on.
It’s not required in all markets, so it is tacked on unfortunately. It’s a cheap car after all
Crazy, now it’s hard to find one of these base ones even under 18k.
ita is a real good car won prizes other continent people are discovering them only now
I wish you would have done the sedan.
Hummm... maybe I'll have to do that one soon! 😁
I want this car with manual. I just need a beater car with these gas prices
Is it worth buying it for a winter climate?
If this is your only car it could get rough... I've had trouble with my old Civics in snow and this would be lighter then them
@@goldpony you should do kia rio hatchback.
You're right I should... I'll definitely try! 😁
it literally sounds like a kohler lawnmower engine turning over😄 but for the price, not a bad little car, and great mpg which everyone needs these days.
Cool i live in western pa.
I just got a 2021 se
That’s a really fast golf cart
It legitimately is 😂
"0 to 60 comes around 10 seconds if you're curious".. 😂🤣
Would be buying 10 of these for my rental company ..
My best average with the manual is 46.8 mpg
Impressive 👍
If it weren’t for the chip shortage inflating used car prices I’d say just buy something like a 2018 sonata or optima but now those cars are 20-25k
My car I bought new 2 1/2 years ago went up in value a lot over the past couple of months. Pretty much made this thing seem like even less of a good deal..😒
This has a little more power than my lawn mower but I just need to get from point A to Z
Does the base model come with Apple Carplay/Android Auto? ☹️
Not in the US. You have to get the mid-spec LE or top SE.
@@palebeachbum hey guess what?! while I was watching the other video review about the Mirage, it said the base model do come with the AA/AC. I was like "Huh? That can't be right. Maybe I'll go check Mitsubishi website and see what it says".
I checked and it does! Very pro consumer on Mitsubishi parts :)
@@edgaryzen4925 that's great! Sorry I misinformed. I really thought the Mitsu site said the AA/AC comes on the LE and SE with the base model only having the touchscreen audio, but no AA/AC.
@@palebeachbum True. I guess Mitsubishi wanted to capitalize the opportunity to get more buyers by adding AA/AC after the federal requirement of having backup camera on all 2018's model regardless of trim levels. I thought it make perfect sense
This would be perfect as a 5 speed manual.
In Europa kein Problem
Yaris is gone. Versa s 5spd is the closest option. But get this car with a 5 spd and it changes things a good bit. Plus they are about $12000 new. Cheap with Huge ass warranty
With the pandemic inflating car prices, you can't touch a new Mirage for anywhere near $12k. There are 4 Mitsubishi dealerships within 100 miles of me and they are all priced between $16k and $19k. I paid $11,900 for a new 2014 Mirage loaded. It was worth it at that price. I won't buy one until prices are reasonable again.
@@palebeachbum $12100 to be precise. University Mitsubishi near ft lauderdale. Bast deal in country. Shipped it to GA
@@JoesGoldenGarage when did you buy? The cheapest Mirage they have is over $15,000 for a base model with manual trans. Way too much.
Looked for a deal like they were out there before. Not anymore!! Full MSRP now… I know it’s only $16-17k, but that’s a lot of $$$ for a Mirage…
In my area a new ES model goes for about 18k MSRP. If you can even find one. I think this is a neat little car but no way I would pay that for what should be at 12K or 13kcar
Getting a car at full MSRP is a bargain nowadays. 3K over is the norm. In my area you can get a Blackout edition for $18.6K.
this is how you review cars
Appreciate it! 😁
Mitsubishi's Nissan Versa and Micra
Slowest you’ve ever driven? Good thing you weren’t driving from the mid70s to the mid90s. My first car was an 8 year old Camaro with 4.1L inline 6 with 110 hp if in mint condition and 3 speed auto transmission and my second car was slightly faster 4 year old 1984 Buick Skyhawk coupe with 2.0L, 4 speed manual, and 86 hp.
I had mine for 2 years now. The sound system is trash, manual transmission is always a pain shifting into third and into reverse but better than a CVT. You can actually drive the shit out of it with a manual transmission and is fun to drive in rush hour traffic cause is so small you can fit into any hole and floor it. Outside noise is horrible. but I work from home and I only need it to go drive to the gym 🤷🏼♀️
4:03 Toyota Yaris? That got discontinued
Yep, it was discontinued in 2018 or 2019 believe.
I have one of the last Yaris hatchbacks made with a manual. Great quality, relatively cheap car.
Exhaust sounds good for a 3 banger
Kinda surprised me too!
I have a custom 2 inch intake on mine and it also sounds fantastic.
0-60 in 10 seconds. THAT IS A LIE! When I test drove on i floored it at a green light. It took 10 seconds just to reach 35 the speed limit on that road I was on.
These are going for $17k for the base now lol like wtf
I found £15,000 under a new car. How lucky was that ?
I like small and efficient cars! But this design is too obsolete. It's too slow, too unsafe in accidents and the handling is subpar. It's time for Mitsubishi to give us a new Mirage.
Funny faces at 13:04.
Great reporting this will sell in US. Nice price 👍
It is For sale right now and I just bought one for 12 grand
Apparently they sell well cause I see a crap ton of them in my area.
They sell.I have one.
@@stevensmith8648 I stand corrected👍
@@MDKN22 see my edited comment 😂
Shit the bad can easily be fixed if it’s slow modify it and put a turbo kit in it if the speakers suck buy new ones simple as that
Sound system? Or music selection?😂😇
Holy I will buy and do uber on it
Do it
I’ve done it. People don’t have an issue with it and I saved tons on gas.
I have one for DoorDash. Spending $20 on gas (in California) for $238 made. Just hit 15k miles. It already paid for itself, twice over. 😂
Aftermarket turbo kit. Will make this car sell like hot cakes lol
There’s a dude in Australia who boosted his 2015
will also void the warranty.
😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
I'd like to know their rationale for such low horsepower.
Mirage only weighs a bit over 2000 pounds so it doesn't need much horsepower. Low horsepower means it will have great fuel economy and it will be cheaper to build so lower price.
It's not meant to be fast Its a basic get around car. Too many fast cars for you too figure out why this car is slow.It gets around when needed.
What is your rationale for needing more horsepower? I've own three vehicles in the past that had less horsepower than a Mirage. It's an economy car. I love the 5-speed manual powertrain in the Mirage. The charm is the 3-cylinder engine. Super dependable & easy to work on. If you put a 100 hp engine in a Mirage & gave up its great fuel economy, I would buy something else. Those cars already exist. If horsepower is important to you, buy a Honda Fit (130 hp) or a Yaris. Oh yeah, those higher horsepower cars have been pulled from the North American market. I guess you would have to buy a used one.
My truck gets near 300hp at 6500rpm redline but I only really use 2400rpm and that's lots. I don't think we need all the hp but it's nice to have available. Torque, I suppose, more critical a factor not an independent variable of hp, they go hand in hand
Fuel economy.
If they could just bore that engine out a little to like 1.3 liters they could probably get 85 HP out of it instead of 78. Anything to make it a little more livable.
Why bother boring out the engine when you can just buy the 2021 Chevrolet Spark with a 4 cylinder 1.4 liter engine with 98 horsepower? I own a 2020 Chevrolet Spark LS CVT and it has decent power, I don't find it slow!
It doesn't need boring it just need one additional piston and your gold.
Why bother? Just get you a faster car!OMFG! This car gets so much hate for its engine!
I have a 2017, and the 78 has is more than enough to propel my fat ass down the road.
The charm is its 78 hp 3-cylinder engine. Why ruin a good thing? If someone is so stuck on horsepower, buy a used 100+ horsepower Fit, Yaris, or whatever. I've owned 3 vehicles with less horsepower than a Mirage (many years ago). Learn how to drive a manual, & the Mirage is a hoot to drive! I can mow grass with my old 3.5 horsepower push mower. The lawn doesn't look any different using a 5.5 horsepower push mower. You just sweat more pushing the heavier machine across the lawn. People are so stuck on horsepower these days. That's why companies are pushing so much turbo crap on the market these days. The Mirage is different, & I love that!
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“…worst stick shift I’ve felt since the AMC Gremlin” -Mr Regular, Regular Car Reviews on the Mitsubishi Mirage (5MT)
@Vlad Tepes Honda makes some of the best manual transmissions in the world, in terms of a smooth, crisp throw, even if they are hampered by software.
@@stoneylonesome4062 no
You’re right it always gives me a hard time shifting into 3rd! 😒
Too much if you ask me. $18K +. here in Tampa Florida! 😮 Could be driving a Fiat 500 or other micro toy car,
A Hyundai Accent over this vehicle. No way if you believer Scotty Kilmer (many car videos) when he absolutely dumps on the quality of Korean cars. And the Accent doesn't have the 5 year/60K bumper to bumper warranty. Mirage is made in Japan. An aside-- I love my 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander.
No in Thailand
The only problem with this car is that it's too small. I want a car where I can fit comfortably in the front as well as in the back. The only cars like that are mid-size cars.
Then go buy a mid sized car! Free to be you and me.
Lancer (Used)
Poll: Versa or Mirage?
Versa - no question.
Spark.
Versa s with a 5 spd. But a few grand more
iA
The theme is NEW under $15K & Yaris iA’s are discontinued so you can’t buy it new at just any dealer (at least State side) @@edgaryzen4925
Hell I'd pick one up for a commuter
Still so affordable I'd throw a turbo on it lol see what it does
I have one is that possible?
@@josephcarioggia9506 turbo ?
@@tonyserrato1757 yes Sir a turbo on a 3 banger?
@josephcarioggia9506 it can be done but don't think they make a kit for the mitsubishi 3 banger so would need to be custom made
The speedometer goes to 140 !
😂
Seems very optimistic! A 1.2L 3 cyl is just too wimpy for any cars these days.
I know you're mocking the Mirage but why would you want to go anywhere near 140 miles per hour? Do you want to end up like Paul Walker or Corey LaBarrie?
@@digitaldoc100 You're forgetting that the Mitsubishi Mirage is only a bit over 2,000 pounds. Still a slow car but fast enough for city driving and short trips, which is what it's intended for. This car isn't made for long road trips or highway cruising.
@@braetonwilson4296 It's not about the top end, but rather the acceleration. I am sure this car cannot get anywhere near that.
That transmission is gunna crap out fast with the 3 cylinder. Runnin the trans hard to get up to speed