7 things I absolutely love about this vehicle. 1. Turn key ignition 2. Manual transmission 3. Physical handbrake 4. Very short turn radius 5. Very economical 6. Japanese quality 7. Low cost maintenance It's all one needs to get around. 🤔
Rear air vents are under the front seats. Windshield wipers are speed-sensitive variable, which is a nice touch. Automatic climate control...but no glove box light, lol. Small wheels mean inexpensive tires. If you just want to get to your job at Starbucks or pick up your kid from daycare on the cheap these are hard to beat. About $200 bucks a month for six years gets you a car that will return 35-40 mpg and never break down. I bought one in 2015 and in 200,000 miles it has NEVER broken down. Matter of fact, it is still on it's original clutch, water pump, alternator, starter, CV axles...everything. Not the most exciting car I ever owned, but hands-down the most reliable.
Hello Aaron.Your exactly correct about the mirage in everyway.I own a 2020 5 speed manual,best car I have ever owned for saving money and getting a bullet proof car.Thanks,Aaron patrick
Great comment. Considering one in the relatively distant future if my income will let me save up for it. For now I’m paying off debt and trying to get my current car up and running, plan is to keep that one til I can’t have it anymore anyways, it’s my baby.
I can remember back in 2012-2013 when this mirage was launched/released. motoring reviewers/vloggers/influencers/journalist were bashing this car and laughing at the 10 year warranty saying that Mitsubishi won't be around that time. Now 10 years later, Mitsubishi is still alive and shows no slowdown in selling this car especially with today's ever crazier fuel prices. Now the reviewers were shut off by mirage LOL!
Thank you for reviewing an affordable car in the base trim. Every Mirage owner I've talked to has told me the Mirage is reliable, both with manual and the CVT. Combine that with superb fuel economy, affordable low price, industry leading warranty, and decent passenger & cargo space, and you have a winner!
Thanks for the comment brother! I agree that this is a great commuter car especially in the city. I’ve heard a lot of great things from owners as well and you can get some really good deals!
just bought the black edition and its a terrific affordable new car! Great commuter and amazing gas mileage, decent little compact with nice modern accessories. I love it!
This is a perfect car for college kids on a budget. It reminds me when I was a kid in the '70s . Japan sent a car over everyone was making fun of. The Honda Civic. This almost looks like it too.
Got the G4 5 speed and boy I absolutely LOVE it! It has more pros than cons: +Soft ride +40-50 MPG +A/C (Mitsubishi is partially known for this) +5 speed gear = fun +Handle uphill NO problem +Apple CarPlay and Android Auto +10 year/100k miles power terrain warranty +5 year unlimited miles roadside assistance +Affordable price point + Low cost of ownership + Trunk space is nearly big as compact sedan! + Turning is very short (excellent u turn for instance) + 3 cylinders charms and quiet startup IMO
Couldn’t ask for more in a review! I’ve been thinking about replacing my 2007 Corolla which is showing its age and this car has caught my interest especially based on price and mileage. Thanks!
Totally worth it for me. I had the 05 Corolla S 5MT and traded it for G4 5 speed and it was a better car except for power which is surprisedly sufficient given the curb weight
Amazed it has power windows, and Android auto and Apple car play, thats pretty nice. Ok for around town, wouldn't want to drive it on freeway, and definitely not a long trip.
@@edgaryzen4925 too much road/wind noise and the high engine rpm on the manual (not an issue on the CVT). many hours at 75mph will make you mentally drained. would recommend a used corolla instead as that will feel like driving a luxury car in comparison.
Mitsubishi needs to put 15" wheels on this car. 20 extra HP would be nice too. BUT, it is a great little car to get you from point A to point B, reliably. The rest of the world loves small cars, so ignore the idiots that downgrade this practical vehicle! Go for it!
Fahre ein Modell 2017 mit 15 Zoll Alufelgen und 175er R55 Reifen Sondermodell 100+ zum 100 Jährigen Jubiläum von Mitschubishi in 2017 mit 80 PS und Schaltung und Tieferlegung um 2,5 cm und Elektrischem Webasto Faltdach Sondermodell in Deutschland 2017.Klasse Wagen nie Probleme.
Great content and all But I'm surprised you haven't mentioned MPG during your tester. Curious to know whether 50 or 45 MPG is even possible around town or highway
With a long highway commute with a 5-speed manual I have averaged 50 m.p.g. all the time. The second set of new tires is now 43-47 m.p.g. average and sometimes 48-49.
Dunlop Enasave from new were rated at 40,000 miles and replaced at 46,000 miles with a good amount of tread. The key was tire pressure and rotations. The new tires aren't as fuel efficient but have much more grip and are almost twice the warranty for miles.
This is pretty cool. I wonder if it’s the only 3 cylinder offered in the US. Didn’t know it was a 3 cylinder until watching. If I ever have a pretty lucrative job I’m considering getting this or whatever equivalently dirt cheap compact is available.
Ford has been offering a 1.0 3cyl eco boost since 2016 and the new Trailblazer is a 1.3l 3cyl. I’m pretty sure Nissan is using a 3cyl in the new Kicks also
My cousin has a base model kia soul with the 6spd manual. It has that same problem when shifting from first to second. Almost has no power when you first up shit. It's just the drive by wire throttle taking ages to open.
Interesting that my Outlander Sport with the 5 speed manual has the same tall gearing from 1st to 2nd. Would be nice to have a 6th gear but hey that would cost too much!
Second gear seems too long or something. When you got from 1st to 2nd it sounds like it drops the RPMs way too low, especially for something with so little torque. Weird gearing. I wonder why Mitsubishi did that.
I wish these cars would get rid of the carpeted flooring and replace it with some kind of grated plastic flooring that's easier to clean.. the back seats are more likely to be occupied by a dog than other people these days and I wish the back seats were not cloth but a heavy duty vinyl
At 55 in 5th gear you should be sitting around 3k RPM so the torque should be adequate however you might have to drop down into 4th for the very steep hills
I live in a hilly area between Knoxville and Nashville, TN. I got the 2020 hatch with the 5 speed and what you are asking about is the thing I'm most impressed with regarding this car. It will climb up hills at speed in 5th gear, no problem at all. I did not expect that sort of performance. I have one hill on my way home that is 6% grade for about a quarter mile. I have the cruise set at 59 at 3000 RPM. It will maintain the speed. If my wife is with me, I'll give it a little gas at the base of the hill and climb right up at 60 mph. If I didn't do that, I could still keep 5th gear, but it will drop about 2 mph. I traded this car for a 6 speed Kia Soul 1.6L 4 cylinder. Rated at 130 hp and 118 peak ft-lb torque. That car, despite it's much higher numbers was a total slug on the hills for rural state hwy commutes. This car is much, much better and 13 more mpg. I never get under 45.
Understanding the price point of this vehicle, I couldn't help but laugh at all the areas where they cut corners to get it at that price. I feel like this car is best for a first time driver or maybe an elderly person who just makes local trips. I can only imagine how difficult this car would be getting onto the freeway with the AC running. Yikes!
It’s a very bare bones car but it’s great for someone who just wants a reliable a-b car for a low cost without going into the used car market. The Apple CarPlay and android auto really helps my opinion on this cars value too.. Definitely not the fastest but it’s not dangerously slow haha I appreciate the comment Scott!
Wieso? Das Fahrzeug kann ohne Probleme einfädeln wenn Mann rücksichtsvoll fährt Ich fahre ihn seit 2017 und hatte damit auf Deutschen Autobahnen Probleme.Wieanders ist denn die Situation bei Ihnen in den USA?
They didn't need cruise control on a manual transmission but they should have put fog lights considering some parts of the country are infested with potholes but Florida isn't
These I3 engines are made to rev. Climbing an interstate steep hill in PA at around a steady 65 to 70 mph is around 4000 rpm. It handles it well. Mine is 2018 cvt with 167000 miles on it. Durable and dependable.
Why does it sound like a John deer lawn mower? Why is the dash vibrating like it's going to fall off? I'd give $11,000 out the door adjusted for inflation, new. $5,000 for a 4-year old one. With all the wind, u don't need a convertible.
Your review makes no sense. No torque lol. These cars have nothing but torque. The bore and stroke is 75mm * 90mm, or a long stroke engine. Long stroke engines are fantastic for torque delivery.
Turbo motors don't last.Consume oil,leak and burn oil and are not reliable.They are funnier to drive but at what cost.2022 mirage 12,000 dollars,100,000 mile warranty.1989 mirage/no warranty and a motor that has been driven hard because it had a turbo and would mostly need to be rebuilt due to people thrashing on the car
@@aaronpatrick2992 you wanna bet my eclipse turbo has 780,000 miles on and I rent this Thailand made 3 cylinders mirage could not get on highway ? Not talking about 91 mirage turbo 16 valve double over head cam get on highway without someone on your tail waiting for you to get on speed Thailand motor is weak 2022 mirage , I used to work for Mitsubishi for 35 years and this model is a worse ever made, not only this rental 3 cylinders have problem with some dome light rental from enterprise, but a piece of junk
I believe you.Wish Mitsubishi would bring back the eclipse instead of making boring SUVs with junk cvt transmissions.mitsubishi bring back a sports car please.The Thailand made mirage is much better with a 5 speed manual transmission.There is 1 here in USA with 417,000 miles and it sits at a Mitsubishi dealer that they use for advertisment for the mirage.Even a Thailand made mirage is better than ANY MADE AMERICAN CAR.
Jenkins Mitsubishi is a total joke. A sales rep there tried to get me to test drive a Mirage that was still in "travel" mode. None of the safety features, back up camera or head unit work in travel mode....but it's ok and safe to test drive! Fuck no. Drove over to Deland to buy from RC Hill.
7 things I absolutely love about this vehicle.
1. Turn key ignition
2. Manual transmission
3. Physical handbrake
4. Very short turn radius
5. Very economical
6. Japanese quality
7. Low cost maintenance
It's all one needs to get around. 🤔
Thank you Mitsubishi for still providing stick shift
Damn this comment died quick
Rear air vents are under the front seats. Windshield wipers are speed-sensitive variable, which is a nice touch. Automatic climate control...but no glove box light, lol. Small wheels mean inexpensive tires. If you just want to get to your job at Starbucks or pick up your kid from daycare on the cheap these are hard to beat. About $200 bucks a month for six years gets you a car that will return 35-40 mpg and never break down.
I bought one in 2015 and in 200,000 miles it has NEVER broken down. Matter of fact, it is still on it's original clutch, water pump, alternator, starter, CV axles...everything. Not the most exciting car I ever owned, but hands-down the most reliable.
Hello Aaron.Your exactly correct about the mirage in everyway.I own a 2020 5 speed manual,best car I have ever owned for saving money and getting a bullet proof car.Thanks,Aaron patrick
Great comment. Considering one in the relatively distant future if my income will let me save up for it. For now I’m paying off debt and trying to get my current car up and running, plan is to keep that one til I can’t have it anymore anyways, it’s my baby.
This is the car that can get you from point A-B without any problems. It's cheap and cheerful with an amazing warranty and reliability.
I can remember back in 2012-2013 when this mirage was launched/released. motoring reviewers/vloggers/influencers/journalist were bashing this car and laughing at the 10 year warranty saying that Mitsubishi won't be around that time.
Now 10 years later, Mitsubishi is still alive and shows no slowdown in selling this car especially with today's ever crazier fuel prices. Now the reviewers were shut off by mirage LOL!
Thats right 😂
Thank you for reviewing an affordable car in the base trim. Every Mirage owner I've talked to has told me the Mirage is reliable, both with manual and the CVT. Combine that with superb fuel economy, affordable low price, industry leading warranty, and decent passenger & cargo space, and you have a winner!
Thanks for the comment brother! I agree that this is a great commuter car especially in the city. I’ve heard a lot of great things from owners as well and you can get some really good deals!
I can confirm, this is exactly what we are seeing.
just bought the black edition and its a terrific affordable new car! Great commuter and amazing gas mileage, decent little compact with nice modern accessories. I love it!
Glad you lick it! Wish you luck 👍🏼
This is a perfect car for college kids on a budget. It reminds me when I was a kid in the '70s . Japan sent a car over everyone was making fun of. The Honda Civic. This almost looks like it too.
Got the G4 5 speed and boy I absolutely LOVE it! It has more pros than cons:
+Soft ride
+40-50 MPG
+A/C (Mitsubishi is partially known for this)
+5 speed gear = fun
+Handle uphill NO problem
+Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
+10 year/100k miles power terrain warranty
+5 year unlimited miles roadside assistance
+Affordable price point
+ Low cost of ownership
+ Trunk space is nearly big as compact sedan!
+ Turning is very short (excellent u turn for instance)
+ 3 cylinders charms and quiet startup IMO
Couldn’t ask for more in a review! I’ve been thinking about replacing my 2007 Corolla which is showing its age and this car has caught my interest especially based on price and mileage. Thanks!
Glad I could help good luck with the car buying process! 🙏🏼
Totally worth it for me. I had the 05 Corolla S 5MT and traded it for G4 5 speed and it was a better car except for power which is surprisedly sufficient given the curb weight
Great commentary (not a lot of ugh and filler words) and video I appreciate your style.
Props to Mitsubishi for putting cruise control on the base manual, I would have gotten Hyundai and Kia base manuals if they had it.
The white color looks gray to me . this is a good review no annoying music I love that dark gray interior also
Thanks! Glad you like it 👍🏼
Amazed it has power windows, and Android auto and Apple car play, thats pretty nice. Ok for around town, wouldn't want to drive it on freeway, and definitely not a long trip.
How come it not ideal for long road trip? I'm just curious to know why? Im shopping for one
Long road trips are a breeze, I find the car keeps up with highway traffic just fine!! If your such a candy apple just, fly!!!
@@edgaryzen4925 too much road/wind noise and the high engine rpm on the manual (not an issue on the CVT). many hours at 75mph will make you mentally drained. would recommend a used corolla instead as that will feel like driving a luxury car in comparison.
You have to wear earplugs when you have a car that doesn't have a lot of insulation like this
I guess no one listens to the radio when they drive? Makes you wonder how people did long road trips back in the day.
People are worried about hard plastic. I got news for you....it's all plastic!!! Lol. I have this car. It's a great car. It's just a economy car.
Hard to find here in Canada any mirage ..shortage of stocks l would Buy one for sûre ..owners are happy with their purchase of mirage
Great job, a lot of information shared in this video. Thanks
Glad you liked it man thanks! 👍🏼
Mitsubishi needs to put 15" wheels on this car. 20 extra HP would be nice too. BUT, it is a great little car to get you from point A to point B, reliably. The rest of the world loves small cars, so ignore the idiots that downgrade this practical vehicle! Go for it!
Fahre ein Modell 2017 mit 15 Zoll Alufelgen und 175er R55 Reifen Sondermodell 100+ zum 100 Jährigen Jubiläum von Mitschubishi in 2017 mit 80 PS und Schaltung und Tieferlegung um 2,5 cm und Elektrischem Webasto Faltdach Sondermodell in Deutschland 2017.Klasse Wagen nie Probleme.
This actually comes with 15" in my country. Looks good and proportionate
If it is in Southeast Asia, this car would be a No.1 Moderficator's Favourite.❤❤
Great content and all
But
I'm surprised you haven't mentioned MPG during your tester. Curious to know whether 50 or 45 MPG is even possible around town or highway
I’ll try getting a different Mirage Trim ASAP and I’ll have that info for you!
With a long highway commute with a 5-speed manual I have averaged 50 m.p.g. all the time. The second set of new tires is now 43-47 m.p.g. average and sometimes 48-49.
@@davidcalhoun7051 wow. How many miles did your first set of tires last you??
Dunlop Enasave from new were rated at 40,000 miles and replaced at 46,000 miles with a good amount of tread. The key was tire pressure and rotations. The new tires aren't as fuel efficient but have much more grip and are almost twice the warranty for miles.
This is pretty cool. I wonder if it’s the only 3 cylinder offered in the US. Didn’t know it was a 3 cylinder until watching. If I ever have a pretty lucrative job I’m considering getting this or whatever equivalently dirt cheap compact is available.
Chevy trailblazer is also 3 banger.
Ford has been offering a 1.0 3cyl eco boost since 2016 and the new Trailblazer is a 1.3l 3cyl. I’m pretty sure Nissan is using a 3cyl in the new Kicks also
When the Smart Car was offered in the US that came with a 3 banger which did well with the smaller package
It the ONLY double digit sub 80 HP available in the market BRAND NEW. It is that amusing to hear!
Buick Encore has 3 cylinders too. At least one of their models.
Does the 2022 model have HD Radio? For a Thailand made vehicle not bad. No Mitsubishi dealers here within 100 miles.
It does.
excelent review
Can you review the new Accord Sport Hybrid?
I’ll try to get my hands on one ASAP I appreciate the suggestion!
Do the LE trim level. Since it has a cvt and bigger wheels.
I’ll try getting my hands on one ASAP! Appreciate the suggestion!
All of them have a CVT, but only the ES has a manual option. We got the Hatchback ES 2022 with the CVT.
@@blazetownsend8785 I know they all have the cvt option but my main goal was how the wheels looked since they are bigger
Did the shifter feel hard (like two-step motions) when shifting gears or did it feel buttery smooth?
Come on with it Lakeland!!!!
My cousin has a base model kia soul with the 6spd manual. It has that same problem when shifting from first to second. Almost has no power when you first up shit. It's just the drive by wire throttle taking ages to open.
Can you do a review on the Acura RDX maybe the base?
I’ll try to get that ASAP man whenever the local Acura dealer has one on their website I’ll be over there 👍🏼
@@WTFCRLT1 Sounds good, Thanks! 👍🏼
Can anyone here who owns one tell me what the monthly payment is like? As well as insurance
🤨 it depends on APR, OTD price, down payment, etc.
Just curious how is the sound system in these cars thinking about one for a daily
Interesting that my Outlander Sport with the 5 speed manual has the same tall gearing from 1st to 2nd. Would be nice to have a 6th gear but hey that would cost too much!
Exactly
They are a great Mitsubishi dealership.. one of the best in the state! Maybe one of the best in the south! Good dealership!!
Second gear seems too long or something. When you got from 1st to 2nd it sounds like it drops the RPMs way too low, especially for something with so little torque. Weird gearing. I wonder why Mitsubishi did that.
I wear size 11 sneakers, glove box only accommodates size 10 = deal breaker
Lol
@@WTFCRLT1 🤣 tbh I’m looking at this vehicle as my next car purchase, what brought me to this video ..thank you 😊
Omgsh LOL😆😆😆😆
In gulf they give bad evaluation for it in torque and stability
I wish these cars would get rid of the carpeted flooring and replace it with some kind of grated plastic flooring that's easier to clean.. the back seats are more likely to be occupied by a dog than other people these days and I wish the back seats were not cloth but a heavy duty vinyl
I understand. All weather tech mats does the tricks, really.
Y dont mitsubishi launch this type of cars in india 😐☹😔
Can this G4 with the stick shift truly keep up with the speed going uphill? I like to drive conservatively as 55 mph on the far right lane of the fwy.
At 55 in 5th gear you should be sitting around 3k RPM so the torque should be adequate however you might have to drop down into 4th for the very steep hills
I live in a hilly area between Knoxville and Nashville, TN. I got the 2020 hatch with the 5 speed and what you are asking about is the thing I'm most impressed with regarding this car. It will climb up hills at speed in 5th gear, no problem at all. I did not expect that sort of performance. I have one hill on my way home that is 6% grade for about a quarter mile. I have the cruise set at 59 at 3000 RPM. It will maintain the speed. If my wife is with me, I'll give it a little gas at the base of the hill and climb right up at 60 mph. If I didn't do that, I could still keep 5th gear, but it will drop about 2 mph. I traded this car for a 6 speed Kia Soul 1.6L 4 cylinder. Rated at 130 hp and 118 peak ft-lb torque. That car, despite it's much higher numbers was a total slug on the hills for rural state hwy commutes. This car is much, much better and 13 more mpg. I never get under 45.
@@gregoryfaulkner5345 oh I see. Do you wish you kept the Mirage the whole time or have you ever thought about going back to the Mirage in the future?
I zip up hill's fine in my 2017 ES with a CVT. Much better than my 1985 Tercel wagon 4 wd wagon. Now that was a SLOW car!!!
yes he can
Understanding the price point of this vehicle, I couldn't help but laugh at all the areas where they cut corners to get it at that price. I feel like this car is best for a first time driver or maybe an elderly person who just makes local trips. I can only imagine how difficult this car would be getting onto the freeway with the AC running. Yikes!
It’s a very bare bones car but it’s great for someone who just wants a reliable a-b car for a low cost without going into the used car market. The Apple CarPlay and android auto really helps my opinion on this cars value too.. Definitely not the fastest but it’s not dangerously slow haha I appreciate the comment Scott!
Best non weekend car ever!
Wieso? Das Fahrzeug kann ohne Probleme einfädeln wenn Mann rücksichtsvoll fährt Ich fahre ihn seit 2017 und hatte damit auf Deutschen Autobahnen Probleme.Wieanders ist denn die Situation bei Ihnen in den USA?
Looks like the manual can get to 60 mph much better than the cvt
It’s bark is worse than it’s bite.
Can’t get one.
They didn't need cruise control on a manual transmission but they should have put fog lights considering some parts of the country are infested with potholes but Florida isn't
Die unteren Tagfahrlichter können ohne Probleme Auf Nebelscheinwerfer umgerüstet werden
I would have got one but it needs a 6 speed it revs so high on the highway and that's what made it unpractical for me
These I3 engines are made to rev. Climbing an interstate steep hill in PA at around a steady 65 to 70 mph is around 4000 rpm. It handles it well. Mine is 2018 cvt with 167000 miles on it. Durable and dependable.
@@dasschnauzer 100% agree!
Ja ein 6 Gang wäre schön aber leider gibt es in nicht.
Why does it sound like a John deer lawn mower?
Why is the dash vibrating like it's going to fall off?
I'd give $11,000 out the door adjusted for inflation, new. $5,000 for a 4-year old one.
With all the wind, u don't need a convertible.
20 mins and you couldn t show the display lol
How is it in the snow? Afraid not enough torque. Can you get with 15 inch rims?
Handles snow well. Snow tires with skinny wheels make a great combination!
Torque is minimal. No problem elevating. I have one.
Yes, 15 inch rims can be installed but you have to research for correct fittings.
Ja 15 Zoll Alufelgen kein Problem fahre ich seit 2017
Your review makes no sense. No torque lol. These cars have nothing but torque. The bore and stroke is 75mm * 90mm, or a long stroke engine. Long stroke engines are fantastic for torque delivery.
I rather have 1989 Mirage turbo 139 hp /31 mpg $12,500 than this Thailand engine 3 cylinders 78hp/ 30 mpg/$12,000
If you only get 30 mpg with a '22 Mirage then you must be driving it like the '89 Turbo.
Turbo motors don't last.Consume oil,leak and burn oil and are not reliable.They are funnier to drive but at what cost.2022 mirage 12,000 dollars,100,000 mile warranty.1989 mirage/no warranty and a motor that has been driven hard because it had a turbo and would mostly need to be rebuilt due to people thrashing on the car
@@aaronpatrick2992 you wanna bet my eclipse turbo has 780,000 miles on and I rent this Thailand made 3 cylinders mirage could not get on highway ? Not talking about 91 mirage turbo 16 valve double over head cam get on highway without someone on your tail waiting for you to get on speed Thailand motor is weak 2022 mirage , I used to work for Mitsubishi for 35 years and this model is a worse ever made, not only this rental 3 cylinders have problem with some dome light rental from enterprise, but a piece of junk
I believe you.Wish Mitsubishi would bring back the eclipse instead of making boring SUVs with junk cvt transmissions.mitsubishi bring back a sports car please.The Thailand made mirage is much better with a 5 speed manual transmission.There is 1 here in USA with 417,000 miles and it sits at a Mitsubishi dealer that they use for advertisment for the mirage.Even a Thailand made mirage is better than ANY MADE AMERICAN CAR.
@@aaronpatrick2992 even better than Chevy Spark 5 speed!
Jenkins Mitsubishi is a total joke. A sales rep there tried to get me to test drive a Mirage that was still in "travel" mode. None of the safety features, back up camera or head unit work in travel mode....but it's ok and safe to test drive! Fuck no. Drove over to Deland to buy from RC Hill.
It’s fine lol. My current 08 car doesn’t even have those lol
Nissan's can experience a drop of power when going from first to second gear
It's a Mitsubishi 3 cyl. Been around forever
@@joeb2588 the 3A92 engine been around since late 80's! The paid reviewers wouldn't even admit that!
@@edgaryzen4925 I was just thinking today that if they still made the top trim in a manual I'd go give it a test drive.
You can get a much better Subaru Impreza for $1000 more
Oh really? Tell us more.