DecodedCars2017 Mitsubishi Mirage
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 5dr Hatch, G4 Sedan
- Engines
- 1.2L 3-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 39 combined · 37 city / 43 hwy
- Length
- 149.6–169.7 in
- Curb weight
- 2,072–2,150 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 39 MPG combined — 45% better than the average 2017 compact car (26.9 MPG).
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage is a compact car offered with a 1.2L 3-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 150 inches long and 66 inches wide on a 97-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,072 lb (5dr Hatch).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 39 MPG combined (37 city / 43 highway), 45% better than the 2017 compact car average of 26.9 MPG, for an estimated $1,700 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2017
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 Mirage — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Mirage →
Trims, performance & features
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Bangkok, Thailand
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2017 Mirage configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5dr Hatch | 149.6 in | 65.7 in | 59.4 in | 96.5 in | 56.3 / 55.9 in | 2,072 lb | 61/39 |
| G4 Sedan | 169.7 in | 65.7 in | 59.4 in | 100.4 in | 57.1 / 56.3 in | 2,150 lb | 58/42 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirage | 1.2L 3-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 37 / 43 / 39 | +45% | $1,700 | 226 |
| Mirage G4 | 1.2L 3-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 35 / 42 / 37 | +38% | $1,800 | 237 |
| Mirage | 1.2L 3-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 / 41 / 36 | +34% | $1,850 | 242 |
| Mirage G4 | 1.2L 3-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 / 40 / 35 | +30% | $1,900 | 249 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage 5 HB FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.4% |
Similar 2017 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage (this car) | 39 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2017 Mazda 3 | 32 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Volkswagen Golf/GTI | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2017 Toyota Yaris | 35 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2017 Mazda 2 | 35 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Chevrolet Spark | 33 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2017 Toyota Prius c | 46 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (3)
Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module · Apr 26, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V330000 · 26,016 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mirage G4 vehicles. The internal acceleration sensor in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) can misinterpret vibrations, such as from poor road conditions or a flat tire, as a malfunction and disable all the vehicle's air bags.
- Risk
- Air bags that do not deploy increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- MMNA notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the SRS-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-19-001.
Air Bags · Oct 30, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V686000 · 83,555 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mirage vehicles. The internal acceleration sensor in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) can misinterpret vibrations such as those from poor road conditions or a flat tire to be a sensor error thereby disabling the air bags from deploying in a crash.
- Risk
- Air bags that do not deploy as designed in a crash increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SRS-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-006.
Exterior Lighting › Headlights · Sep 19, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V675000 · 587 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mirage vehicles manufactured October 28, 2015, to August 4, 2016 and equipped with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps. The affected vehicles may have been assembled without the headlight horizontal adjustment lockout clips properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Without the horizontal adjustment locking clip being secured, the headlight can be adjusted to either reduce the driver's visibility or blind oncoming vehicles. Both conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will secure the horizontal locking clips as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 3, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-008.
Not every 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 14 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Engine — 4 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 37,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Mirage years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Mirage | 39 | 151.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 10 |
| 2023 Mirage | 39 | 151.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 5 |
| 2022 Mirage | 39 | 151.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 5 |
| 2021 Mirage | 39 | 151.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 4 |
| 2020 Mirage | 39 | 149.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 5 |
| 2019 Mirage | 39 | 149.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 15 |
| 2018 Mirage | 39 | 149.6 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 21 |
| 2015 Mirage | 39 | 148.8 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 39 |
| 2014 Mirage | 39 | 148.8 in | Not rated | 3 | 41 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mitsubishi. How we calculate this →