A Sleek Performer: 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback
The Mitsubishi Mirage enters the 2017 model year with a new exterior design, improved performance and enhanced interior appeal. Mirage receives a fresh new look with redesigned hood, grille, front and rear bumper, fog and headlamps, rear spoiler and wheels. The exterior styling was given purpose, with an aerodynamic design to improve fuel-efficiency and a simple, restrained form to help reduce weight, creating a car in which form and function come together. The new styling enhancements made to the 2017 Mirage give it a sleek, clean look and reduce the coefficient of drag (Cd) to 0.27.
Offered in ES, SE and GT trim levels, power for the Mirage is generated by a 1.2L three-cylinder DOHC engine featuring the latest version of Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control (MIVEC) variable valve-timing system that maximizes fuel efficiency and power output while greatly minimizing exhaust emissions. Torque is communicated to the wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox. A Continuously Variable automatic transmission (CVT) is an available option for ES and SE, standard on GT.
Control hardware consists of MacPherson struts with a stabilizer bar up front with a Torsion Beam configuration at the rear. In addition, Mirage has optimized the spring rate and damping the force of the shock absorbers while adding a front stiffener to achieve handling and stability improvements.
Mirage also features high-tensile steel to key sections of its body and chassis, which gives the vehicle a very low curb weight of less than one ton while possessing excellent structural rigidity.
Inside the passenger cabin, Mirage receives a design update with new seat fabrics, gauge cluster, steering wheel and shift panel. In addition, a new available 300-watt Rockford-Fosgate™ audio system with EcoPunch™ is available with Smartphone Link Display Audio, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ the first Mitsubishi model to feature this popular infotainment system in the States.
Additional standard features for the 2017 Mirage include: four-way adjustable driver's and front passenger seat; steering wheel with decorative bezel; four-speaker, 140-watt AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system; keyless entry with panic feature; new 14-inch alloy wheel design; 15-inch alloy wheels (SE/GT); HID automatic on/off headlights (SE/GT); and beveled fog lamps (SE/GT).
Dimensions & specifications
Wheelbase: 96.5; overall length: 149.4; width: 65.6; height: 59.4
All vehicle measurements are in inches.
Engine: 1.2L three-cylinder – 78 hp at 6000 rpm and 74 lbs-ft of torque at 4000 rpm
Transmission: five-speed manual, CVT automatic
EPA Fuel Economy: 33 city/41 hwy. (manual); 37 city/43 hwy. CVT automatic
Cargo capacity: 47.0 cubic feet
Safety features
Dual front airbags, front seat mounted side impact airbags, dual front/rear side curtain airbags, driver’s side knee airbag, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, brake assist, electronic brake force distribution, active stability control, traction control, engine immobilizer, remote keyless entry, hill start assist, and tire pressure monitoring system. SE adds fog lights, rear view camera system, Bluetooth hands free phone system, FAST-Key passive entry system, and push button engine start. GT adds Bi-Xenon high intensity discharge (HID) headlights.
Optional safety features include front/rear parking sensors.
Warranty
Basic: 5-year/60,000 mile
Powertrain: 10-year/100,000 mile
Corrosion: 7-year/100,000 mile
Roadside Assistance 5-year/unlimited mile 24-hour
Pricing
The base Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback starts from $12,995 for the ES manual upto $16,495 for the GT automatic. Destination charges add $835.
