Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
37 City / 43 HWY
Horsepower
78
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Matthew S
Great small reliable car with great gas mileage
My car is small but roomy on the inside, gets great gas mileage. It drives smooth, I enjoy the keyless start and the Bluetooth stereo system. The only negative I can say about the car is that is struggles going up some steep hills if it is stopped at the bottom, however it does make it up.
accountCircle Matt R
Mirage is the way to drive.
I really like this car. It is really reliable and it has really great gas mileage. I got basically the most basic version of this car, because I feel like a car is not an investment it is an expense. I really like the fact that it is simple and easy to keep clean as well.
accountCircle Ashley G
2017 Mitsubishi mirage. Stick shift.
It is a 2017 Mitsubishi mirage with a built in backup camera. It gets great gas mileage and does not require a whole lot of maintenance. It is a sunset orange 4 door. It seats 5 people. It is a manual shift. The air conditioner works fast and well. Everything works great in the car especially Bluetooth connection.
accountCircle Jennifer K
Rearview camera and plugging my phone into the car to see navigation is amazing!
No problems, very reliable, very comfortable even during long commutes... Performance wise it's great! I like the touch screen radio and the ability to plug my phone into my car for navigation and the ability to stream via Bluetooth and the rearview camera is amazing!
accountCircle Rachelle R
My first car. Giving ideas for first car.
The vehicle was awesome and performs well. Does not have a lot of problems. It was well-maintained. It is quite small of you want a big kind of sedan, it is good for people studying in a university. Good for a first car. The front is kind of low for small people.
accountCircle Pedro M
My car has Awesome gas mileage. 2 full weeks on a full tank of gas.
All good with my car. Only issue i have at the moment is the radio. I won't come on sometimes.
accountCircle Heather P
I love the build and the compactness of the car. There is plenty of space me.
The driver and passenger seats are heated. Also the back seats lay down and provide decent space. It is small, compact, easy to park and navigate small parking spaces. The only problem I have had is a few times the car wouldn't start and it was a pain to get it started. The fault is mine because I barely drive anywhere so the car sits for 3-5 days without starting it up. It causes something with the airflow to get stuck. It is not a hassle unless you are always running late like me.
accountCircle Brianna M
Incredible Mitsubishi mirage.
It is drives very fast. It may be a small car but it is very spacious on the inside. There are 6 cup holders in it and the interior is a charcoal grey. The outside is made of a very durable plastic. The car is eco friendly when it is driven on the highway. The manufacturer speakers do not get very loud, but there is an aux port.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Analissa C
The mirage is an okay car at best. The only good thing about it is gas mileage.
My Mitsubishi mirage is very small. As someone with a lot of friends it can be frustrating having a little car especially since I am usually the ride person. I would like to upgrade my car as soon as possible. I am very interested in three row cars. While the car is very small it is great on gas and pretty functional besides fitting few people.
accountCircle Syd
Bad engines, no warranty coverage
My car developed piston knock at 100,000 kilometers,60,000 miles, Mitsubishi denied my warranty , excuse was not enough oil changes even when i submitted records showing oil changes every 6000 km warranty calls for oil changes every 8000 km. Don't buy this car sorry i did now stuck with an engine swap at $3500. This was the problem with the 2014/15
accountCircle Shannon M
It was my mother's car. She passed away a year ago and she loved this car.
Small, slow acceleration, not much power, is to smell, its orange, very basic model, no cruise control, it's a very basic car that is way to small and very slow. The acceleration on this car and the shifting is very slow. It's like when you're crossing over 3 lanes of traffic you just push the pedal all the way down and pray
accountCircle David A
The little turbo engine that could.
Gas efficient and cost-effective although it can get a little crowded if you have a family of five for example. The car is equipped with radio and CD controls directly from the wheel and Mitsubishi has graced the model with turbo so they can zoom you right through the traffic.
accountCircle Samantha C
Car is easily blown in the wind.
I honestly hate the fact of how small it is. It does make it very hard to drive in storms as the wind easily blows the car around. It is not a great first time car and I would not recommend the car to someone else. I would recommend buying a heavier and more reliable car.
accountCircle Ja� J
Mitsubishi mirage vehicle review.
The best part about my car is the gas. 20 bucks fills her up. It drives well it is just so little I'd say it is more of a first car for your 16 year old child than anything the small size and it is easy to drive so comfortable. I have had this car for about 3 years now and something is wrong with the battery just recently it is trying to go out I am doing my best to keep it I think that is just a short amount of time for my 2017 model to be breaking down on me I bought it new not used. It has aux radio CD but no Bluetooth. It has sport driving mode.
accountCircle Kaleb H
High mpg butt steering is wack.
Whenever I turn the car it feels like it is going to flip. The steering does not lock when the car is off. Defrosting the cars windows does not work really well it takes forever. There are a couple good things about the car, like the mpg is pretty high.
accountCircle Jasmine A
It is small so can almost park anywhere.
My car sounds like a go cart, very loud when shifting gears and its automatic. I had it checked out several times and there is nothing wrong with it. It is too small for me but the only thing I could afford at the time. How small the car is also affects the way it drives. It's easy to tip and anything above 15 mph winds, you better not drive. You will fly right off the road.

Mitsubishi Mirage Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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ES
78 HP 39 MPG 5 Seats
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SE
78 HP 39 MPG 5 Seats
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GT
78 HP 39 MPG 5 Seats
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2017 Mitsubishi Mirage Owner Reviews

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5 stars 39%
4 stars 33%
3 stars 19%
2 stars 5%
1 star 4%
accountCircle Dave L on June 8, 2021
Best gas mileage 40-50 mph on the highway, but small gas tank.
Has some issues with steering and being very light. Often times do not feel very safe, but it is a dependable, reliable car that feels right for the purchase price. Car is comfortable, but would like arm rests. This being the se model means the features are very limited, would have liked Bluetooth, but not a deal breaker.
accountCircle Pamela D on May 12, 2021
The greatness of my mirage is price, reliable, dependable and saves on gas.
The mirage is an eco friendly vehicle and it saves on gas. The dependability of this vehicle is awesome, I haven't had and major mechanical problems with the car. There has not been and minor problems with the car. I have replaced two tires that is it. The es mirage is a very comfortable ride, it is reliable, it is sleek interior is perfect and easy on the eyes. The features is enough for me Bluetooth capability but no cruise control. I really do not appreciate this part of it considering me traveling all the time. The eco friendly gas savings takes the place of cruise control which is appreciated by me.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Sylvia D.

The Mirage is very fuel efficient- a full tank lasts me nearly a week and a half! It is also great for city driving- I fit into lots of spaces very easily. It also handles very well and has a lot more space than you'd think!

likeFilled Steven S.

I do not drive it, as it is my spouse's car. I was, however, involved in the car buying process. We chose it because of its good price, low mileage, and really wonderful gas mileage. It is a great car for commuting.

likeFilled Ann W.

It gets good gas mileage and is small and compact. It can be parked just about anywhere. It was quite affordable. I am on a fixed income, and it was in my budget range. I looked at a lot of cars before I chose this one.

likeFilled Sway D.

It has very good gas mileage. For being a tiny vehicle, it surprisingly has quite a bit of room for my family of 4, and is great for errands around town. We've yet to take it on a road trip, but I am betting it will do great!

likeFilled Lashundra T.

The pros is that it is an economy car so it saves on gas. Another pro is that it is a basic model so you would not have to deal with a lot of technical issues. The fuel is gasoline and there is low emission.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Sylvia D.

It does not do well in extreme weather. High winds definitely push you around quite a bit and it does not do very well in snow. I also am having a hard time with the hatchback- it's nice to load and unload, but people like to get right up against the flat back end when I am driving.

dislikeFilled Steven S.

Due to how small of a sedan it is, it is not convenient for moving or hauling any large items, there's not much legroom if you are a taller person, and it does not handle super well in the snow. It is really crowded if you put three people in the backseat.

dislikeFilled Ann W.

It is only bare bones. It does not have cruise control, armrest or automatic headlights. If I ever can afford another vehicle, I will be more selective in the items I need in a car.. It is also a death trap in an accident.

dislikeFilled Sway D.

While it maintains speed well once I actually manage to get to the speed limit, it is not exactly fast on building up speed. I do tend to get passed quite a bit when getting up to speed by impatient drivers.

dislikeFilled Lashundra T.

The con to this vehicle is that because it is an economy car the car only goes so fast. Another con is that the car is lightweight so whenever the wind blows the car moves. Another con for me is the monthly payment is expensive $325 a month.

Ranks #28 Small Cars by Owners

The 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage has an average owner rating of 4.23 out of 5 which ranks it #28 of 35 other Small Cars.

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4.83
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4.79
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3.99

Ranks #3 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage has a combined MPG of 43 which ranks it #3 of 35 other Small Cars.

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121 MPG
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118 MPG
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43 MPG

Is The 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage A Good Car?

Yes I believe it is a good vehicle. It is great on gas and a very easy car to drive. So far it has been very easy to maintain.
Thomas O.
It is ok nice compact car roomie cab and it is very good on gas the tires are a bit small but all in all it is ok but too expensive to be honest.
Michael V.
It is bare bones without armrest, cruise control or any amenities that usually come standard in a car.
Ann W.
The Mirage G4 is a great starter car for a beginning drivers as well as for close back and forth commuting. It is great on gas at 15 dollars to fill the tank and it lasts me almost a week just going... Read More
Gloria Y.
Yes, I haven't had any problems with it. I would recommend it to anyone who wants good gas mileage or lives in the city.
Anthony N.
Yes, it's very gas efficient. It handles the road very nicely. Seats are very comfortable and there is much room in the cab of the car.
Erica R.
It’s okay, small which is good for tight spaces, but no power behind the engine. The gas mileage is good per gallon but the gas tank is so small it hardly makes a difference.
Jonathan G.
It is a good vehicle. It's good on gas mileage. The car is also small so it's easy to operate and park in tight spots.
Eric D.

How Reliable Is The 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage?

So far this car has been completely reliable. I do feel it could be slightly bigger. I would say my only real problem with it, is it does not handle the snow very well.
Thomas O.
I do have a problem with the braking system in the car and have already had to change the clutch before I even hit 30000 miles.
Michael V.
It has been reliable so far and it has no problems except for being a basic bare bones car with no bells or whistles.
Ann W.
No problems as of yet and I have owned the vehicle since July of 2017. It was brand new off the lot and as long as you take care of your car it will take care of you.
Carol M.
Very reliable, I've never had any issues. It’s been running perfectly since the day I got it, and I've never had to take it to the shop for anything other than oil changes.
Richard L.
It is very reliable but the air conditioning and heating is kind of noise. Other than that and enjoyable ride
Leann H.
It’s okay, small which is good for tight spaces, but no power behind the engine. The gas mileage is good per gallon but the gas tank is so small it hardly makes a difference.
Joyce M.
It has been reliable, so far. I have not had any issues with it. The only negative that I have is that it only has 3 cylinders so it takes a while to get with the flow of traffic.
Aaron B.

Is The 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage A Good Value?

My car costed around 16000 brand new. I feel like it was a very good deal. It had everything I wanted and was brand new.
Thomas O.
Ok the price was high 18000 to me I think it should be less it is really small plus it is only a three cylinder not even a 1.5 should cost more like a motorcycle.
Michael V.
It was a dealer loaner car and I paid less than $10,000. It is a good car for the price I paid for it.
Ann W.
At 15,000 MSRP this durable and sleek car is affordable and the insurance is reasonable as well. With an additional 75 dollars a month for full coverage insurance it is well worth the monthly payment
Donna D.
What I financed was a little over $12,000. Great cost especially since it was my first car purchase in my own.
Lisa L.
It cost about $14,000 total sales tax and everything. You save a lot of money on gas cost it cost on average about $15 a week to fill up.
Kris N.
I think I paid 13,000 I think it was an okay price. I wish it had been a bit cheaper but I did get the model with the touch screen and car play accessibility
Carol W.
With tag, tax, and title it came to around $19,000. To me, that was a lot for such a small vehicle. Also found out, of course, I know that the value drops as soon as it leaves the lot, but this... Read More
Juliana W.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: The 2017 MitsubishiMirage uses a timing chain to link the crankshaft and dual overhead camshafts. The positioning of the crank and cam shafts need to be precise to control the variable valve timing. The...

What's the mitsubishi mirage 2017 windshield wiper size?

Answer: The size of the windshield wiper blades on the 2017 MitsubishiMirage is 24 inches on the driver side, 16 inches on the passenger side and 12 inches on the rear. Wiper blades will keep the rain, snow or debris...

How to perform 2017 mitsubishi mirage g4 oil reset?

Answer: The 2017 MitsubishiMirage G4 goes with an oil life light to let You know when it's time to change out the oil. This sensor will need to be reset once You have got an oil change. To start the process of...

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