Mitsubishi may be more famous for its rough, tough and hardcore off-roader rally replicas, but they always make a small car, too. New Mirage is the latest in a line of upcoming city car from the Japanese company and replace the Colt, which was developed in conjunction with the Smart (the ForFour dubbed version). Now, though, Mitsubishi has gone alone and the question is: could Mirage cut in what is a highly competitive market?
It must be said that the Mirage does not make a very good first impression. Approaching it, you are met with a car that can only be described as bland. It's not really bad but also not inspire interest or debate - it's just a featureless expanse of metal, whithout cuteness of the Fiat Panda
Mitsubishi Mirage also promises to be very affordable but did not release a price. Spark starts at $ 12,995, including destination, and we expect Mirage to be similarly priced.
Mirage base model, called DE, has a decent list of standard features including four-speaker stereo with USB input, power windows, body-colored power side mirrors, automatic lights and hill start assist on CVT models.
But make no mistake, it's still missing some features that buyers today consider general. The higher the ES trim has a few of them such as Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, 14-inch alloy wheels, fog lamps and front seat height adjustment. It is also equipped with keyless ignition and entry, a rarity in this class.
The Mitsubishi Mirage is a car desperately needs to succeed. It fills a hole in the lineup and offers a choice of rival Japanese microcar that has not been brought to the U.S.
Mitsubishi Mirage also promises to be very affordable but did not release a price. Spark starts at $ 12,995, including destination, and we expect Mirage to be similarly priced.
Mirage base model, called DE, has a decent list of standard features including four-speaker stereo with USB input, power windows, body-colored power side mirrors, automatic lights and hill start assist on CVT models.
But make no mistake, it's still missing some features that buyers today consider general. The higher the ES trim has a few of them such as Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, 14-inch alloy wheels, fog lamps and front seat height adjustment. It is also equipped with keyless ignition and entry, a rarity in this class.
The Mitsubishi Mirage is a car desperately needs to succeed. It fills a hole in the lineup and offers a choice of rival Japanese microcar that has not been brought to the U.S.
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